Shanghai Dongping National Forest Park Tickets

Hidden away on Chongming Island, Shanghai Dongping National Forest Park is the city's biggest artificial plainforest and provides a huge natural respite. Covering more than 3.55 square kilometers (1.37 square miles), it is a green oasis known as Shanghai's "green lung." Guests can lose themselves in a peaceful habitat of thick forest, placid lakes and vast lawns. This park is ideal for cycling on tree-shaded trails, boating in its waters, camping under the stars and just having a serene picnic with friends and family. Seasonal flowers are displayed, seasonal flowers such as chamomiles of spring and cosmos of autumn can be viewed.

Operating Hours and Tour Recommendations

Operating hours: Every day from 08:30 to 17:00.

Recommended playtime: A full day.

Best visit time: Any day when the weather is nice and temperature is cozy

Additional remarks: Advance tickets online will ensure easy entry.

You need to show a valid ID and your e-ticket reservation when you get in.

At the park you want to visit, certain attractions might be at a reservation on a advance attempt to cut down wait times.

Tourist Reviews and Comments

Dongping National Forest Park is widely revered as an excellent way to escape the bustle of Shanghai. Guests say park has fresh air, greenery and quietness. The park is said to be deceptively large with clean paths for walking, biking and enjoying nature. Some of them suggest renting a bike (about 20 RMB/hour) to travel the vast place with your pleasures.

Relevant Guides and Tour Recommendations

If you want to plan your trip to Dongping National Forest Park, we've created a full travel guide with park maps and highlights of "not to miss" attractions as well as travel tips. We also suggest a 1-day Shanghai Gucun Park tour for a complete day out in the city including other interesting attractions around the park.

FAQ

1. What are the hours and last-admission time?

The park is open every day from 8:30 until 17:00, with last entry at 16:30.

2. What is the entrance fee and are there any discounts?

The regular adult ticket runs RMB 60 a piece, while students holding a valid student ID (including international cards) spend some RMB 30 each.

3. What is the fastest way to get there from central Shanghai?

Catch the Shanghai-Chongming bus at either Shanghai Railway Station North or Science Museum Station to Nanmen (South Gate) of Chongming Island, transfer to local bus Nandong or Nanjiang line; it'll take about 1.5 hours. There's a lot of self-driving via the Shanghai-Chongming-Tongdao Bridge.

4. Is it possible to bike in the park, and how do I pay for a rental?

Yes, you can rent a bike – however, the booths in various cities accept only Chinese WeChat Pay; if you can pay with Alipay (some locations let you), there may be a deposit of RMB 200 per bike. If you can't pay by phone, the circuit walk is about 90 min.

5. Can I barbecue and camp, and should I bring my own gear?

Only barbecue in the designated barbecue area of Luming Lake, elsewhere you are not allowed raw food and open fire stoves. Sleeping slots for tents, sleeping bags and RV camping are available for rent on site; you don't need to lug your own gear.