A cluster of Qing residences in Dongguan's back lanes, including the Xiaopanguoyuan rock garden and the Yipu garden.
The lanes behind Dongguan Street hold several small Qing gardens. Xiaopanguoyuan is a compact rock garden built in the late 19th century for an official, with ponds and a rock grotto that is considered one of Yangzhou's best.
The quiet lanes offer a view of daily life that is much calmer than the main street.
| Admission | Adult About CNY 20-25 (~$3) · Child Half price |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily about 08:30-17:00 |
| Typical visit | 1 hour |
| Best time | Weekday mornings |
| Getting there | Short walk from Dongguan Street |
| Address | Daxuexiang area behind Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou / 扬州市广陵区东关街附近大树巷小盘谷 |
Good to know
- Best for
- garden lovers, literature fans
Location
Daxuexiang area behind Dongguan Street, Guangling District, Yangzhou / 扬州市广陵区东关街附近大树巷小盘谷
32.3955, 119.4355 View on map
Highlights
- Rock garden pond
- Grotto walkway
- Stone gate carvings
- Quiet lanes
Tips for visiting
- Pick up a lane map at the Dongguan Street tourist desk
- Combine with the other small gardens in the same lanes
- Look for the stone gate carvings
- Quiet away from Dongguan crowds
When to visit
Weekday mornings
Accessibility
Mostly level; some steps.
Frequently asked questions
Is it busy?
No; it is among the quieter sites in the old city.