A time-honored city park in Chengdu, a hub for strolls and teahouses.
Experience Chengdu's most authentic open-air tea culture and everyday park life — free and pleasantly quiet.
Xinhua Park is not a scenic-spot-style park but a true living space for locals. If you're tired of the tourist-packed Kuanzhai Alley and want to see how Chengdu people really spend their leisure time, this park offers the most down-to-earth answer.
Tickets & Transport
Tickets
- Adult ticket
- ¥0
- Child ticket
- ¥0
- Free
- Yes
- Ticket methods
- No ticket required, free entry
- Ticket notes
- The park is free to enter. Amusement facilities and boat rides are charged separately.
Opening Hours
- Opening notes
- The park is an open green space accessible 24 hours. However, boat rides and amusement facilities operate approximately 09:00-18:00.
Best Time to Visit
- Best time of day
- 9–11 am: fresh air and fewer visitors
- Best day of week
- Tuesday to Thursday
- Best season
- Spring and autumn, with pleasant weather; summer is also cool under the shade.
- Avoid times
- Noon hours 12:00–14:00, with strong direct sunlight
- Avoid days
- Weekend and holiday afternoons: teahouses and amusement areas get crowded
- Crowd level
- Medium
- Crowd peak time
- Weekend afternoons, 14:00–17:00
Getting There
- Metro station
- Yushuang Road Station
- Metro line
- Line 4
- Metro exit
- Exit C
- Metro distance
- 600m
- Metro walk
- 8min
In Detail
Xinhua Park was first built in the 1990s, making it one of the earliest city parks in the eastern part of Chengdu. It holds countless childhood memories for many old-time Chengdu residents. The park is characterized by expansive greenery, a man-made lake, and a children's play area. With its open layout and lush trees, it's a regular destination for nearby residents to take walks, exercise in the morning, and bring their kids.
The park features several iconic spots: the central man-made lake offers boating, and the islet in the middle is often home to egrets. The open-air teahouses by the lake epitomize Chengdu's slow pace of life — bamboo chairs, covered-bowl tea, and the sound of mahjong tiles interweave into the city's most authentic street scene. The park also has a fitness plaza, badminton courts, and a children's playground, catering to both active and leisurely visitors.
Although many modern parks have been built nearby in recent years, Xinhua Park still retains that warm, down-to-earth vibe. In the morning, seniors practice tai chi; in the afternoon, tea drinkers play chess; in the evening, groups dance in the square. As the seasons turn, the liveliness never fades, making it a perfect place to experience the everyday life of Chengdu.
What to expect
Expect dense woods and lawns, a central lake with paddle boats and a viewing deck, lakeside teahouses packed with locals drinking tea and playing cards, a children's area with carousel and mini train, and squares often filled with dancers and exercisers. The vibe is relaxed and lively, full of local flavor.
How to visit
Pick a sunny morning or evening. Start with a lakeside stroll and photos, then settle into a teahouse for a cup of gaiwan tea and an hour of idle time, soaking up Chengdu's unhurried pace. With kids, try the play area first, then relax over tea. The park is free with no reservation needed — just show up and wander.
Pros
- Free entry, no ticket needed
- Moderate crowd, never too busy
- Authentic teahouse vibe at local prices
- Shady trees keep it cool in summer
- Easy to reach by metro
Cons
- Facilities are a bit dated and rides are limited
- Lake water quality is average
- Few dining options nearby
Highlights
- Open-air tea house with bamboo chairs and low tables, experience the slow life of old Chengdu
- Boating on the artificial lake and egret watching at the central islet
- Shady tree-lined trails, ideal for morning jogging and evening strolls
- Children's play area, great for family outings with kids
- Free entry, open all day
FAQ
Does Xinhua Park require an admission ticket?
No, the park is free and open to the public all day.
Can I go boating in the park?
Yes, there are paddle boats and electric boats for rent on the central lake, charged by the hour.
Is there a place to eat in the park?
Inside the park there are mainly tea houses and small shops. For proper meals, it's recommended to dine on Shuanglin Road or Yushuang Road outside the park.
Field Tips
Best photo spot 1. Observation deck on the islet in the artificial lake: egrets skimming the water, weeping willows reflected — best spot for a panoramic lake view. 2. Lakeside teahouse area: bamboo chairs and covered-bowl tea, dappled light under old trees, full of local street-life charm. 3. Tree-lined avenue at the north gate entrance: a straight row of plane trees, beautiful with golden fallen leaves in autumn. 4. Small Ferris wheel in the children's playground: use the amusement rides as a backdrop for playful photos.
Best entrance North Gate (main entrance on Shuanglin Road), closest to the metro and bus stops
Best exit South Gate, from where you can conveniently continue to Yushuang Road Food Street
Location & Nearby
Nearby attractions
- Chunxi Road (2.5 km)
- Eastern Suburb Memory (2.6 km)
- Baoshan Tourist Area (3.5 km)
- Hongcang Perfect Cultural Creativity Industrial Park (3.6 km)
- Nongke Village Scenic Area (3.8 km)