Must-see cherry blossom viewing in Wuhan in 2025

Cherry blossoms surround the five-story pagoda, and the fragrance fills the city. Compared with the cherry blossoms in Osaka, Wuhan is more worthy of a visit. Already opened 😍 hurry up 1️⃣Wuhan University Flowering period: The best viewing period for mid-level cherry blossoms (Somei Yoshino) is around March 20, and the peak flowering period lasts for 5-7 days until the end of March. 🌸For the classic camera position with the Cherry Blossom Avenue, the old dormitory and the weeping cherry blossoms in the same frame, you need to make a real-name reservation through the Wuhan University official WeChat account 3 days in advance. It is recommended to enter the park before 7 am to avoid the peak crowds. 2️⃣ East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden Flowering period: The early flowering period of mid-season cherry blossoms is 3-4 days later than that of Wuhan University (around March 23), and the peak flowering period lasts until early April. The early cherry blossoms in the park have already bloomed, and the night cherry blossoms are open until 22:00 with the light show, making it a must-see for nighttime cherry blossom viewing. 🌸More than 10,000 cherry trees surround the five-story pagoda and the Rainbow Bridge. You can take a cruise ship (Chufengyuan Pier → Meiyuan Pier) to avoid congestion 3️⃣ Small and free cherry blossom viewing spots Shahu Park and Qingshan Park: There are over a thousand cherry trees. Qingliangzhai: 110,000 wild cherry trees, flowering 7-10 days later (late March to early April), suitable for off-peak season 🚌Public transportation 10 new customized bus lines have been added, covering popular areas such as Wuhan University, East Lake Cherry Garden, and Optics Valley Square (such as Line 1: Dayu Mythology Garden-Wuhan University-East Lake Cherry Garden). Premium ferry routes: Jiangtan route (Wuhan Guan Wharf - Qingchuan Pavilion - Hanyang Gate) and Dayu route (Qingchuan Pavilion - Hanyang Gate) have increased frequency and extended closing time. 🚗Self-driving tips Traffic restrictions: Tian'e Road and Luojiashan Road around Wuhan University are closed to traffic on holidays; Lumo Road and Lancui Road around East Lake Cherry Garden have odd-even number restrictions; parking reservations are required around Yellow Crane Tower. ⚠️tips The average temperature in March is about 18℃, cloudy with occasional light rain. It is recommended to bring a thin coat + sweater and prepare rain gear. Photography tips: aerial shot of the steps of the old library of Wuhan University, reflection of the five-story pagoda in the East Lake Cherry Garden, and capture of gulls on the deck of the Yangtze River ferry. Tickets: Some scenic spots offer free or half-price tickets to women (such as Mulan Grassland and Yellow Crane Tower)