Nanning Garden Expo Park occupies a former quarry site on Puxing Avenue in Yongning District, transformed into a large horticultural park built for a national garden expo and now a permanent green space. Its signature feature is a series of terraced mine gardens carved into the old quarry pits, where landscaped planting has been layered down the former rock faces to create a dramatic sunken-garden effect unlike anywhere else in Nanning. Beyond the mine gardens, the park includes an ASEAN-themed pavilion zone with plantings and structures representing member countries, a lake with boating, and wide lawns for picnicking. A full visit takes three to four hours given the size of the grounds, with an internal shuttle buggy available for a separate fee to cover the longer distances between sections. The terraced mine gardens are most striking in spring when plantings are in full bloom, and the elevated viewing platforms above the quarry pits give the best photo angle over the layered terraces. The park sees its heaviest attendance during flower festivals and public holidays, while weekday visits, particularly outside peak bloom season, are considerably quieter.
| Admission | Adult ¥30 ($4.48); internal shuttle buggies charged separately · Child ¥15 ($2.24) for students and seniors; free for children under 1.2m with a paying adult |
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| Hours | Daily approximately 8:30AM-5:30PM; hours extend during festival periods |
| Typical visit | 3-4 hours |
| Best time | Spring, when the terraced mine gardens and ASEAN-themed pavilion plantings are at their fullest |
| Getting there | Yongning District; Metro Line 4 toward Nanning East then a taxi east along Puxing Avenue, or direct bus D8 from the city centre |
| Address | 20 Puxing Avenue, Yongning District, Nanning, Guangxi 530200, China |
Location
20 Puxing Avenue, Yongning District, Nanning, Guangxi 530200, China
22.7423, 108.4936 View on map
Highlights
- Terraced mine gardens built into a former quarry
- ASEAN-themed pavilion zone with member-country plantings
- Lake with boating available
- Elevated viewing platforms over the sunken quarry gardens
- Spring flower displays across the terraced beds
Tips for visiting
- Use the internal shuttle buggy to cover the park's large distances, paid separately from the ¥30 entry fee
- Visit in spring for the fullest terraced-garden plantings
- Wear comfortable shoes, as some quarry-terrace paths involve steps
- Allow a full afternoon or more, given the size of the grounds
- Check for extended hours during festival periods before planning an evening visit
When to visit
Spring is best, when the terraced mine gardens and ASEAN-themed pavilion plantings are at their fullest.
Accessibility
Main pathways and the shuttle buggy route are accessible, but the terraced mine-garden viewpoints involve stepped paths that are difficult for wheelchair users.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a visit take?
A full visit covering the mine gardens, ASEAN pavilions and lake area takes three to four hours.
Is it worth it for kids?
Yes, the open lawns, lake boating and varied garden sections make this a popular family destination.
Is photography allowed?
Photography is freely allowed throughout the park, including from the elevated viewing platforms over the terraced gardens.