Guangyang Island
Each March, the vast rapeseed fields on Guangyang Island create a beautiful sight, and March to April is the best time to visit. “Gaofeng Terraces” and “Haodayikuai Tian” are the main viewing spots.…
Guangyang Island, Chongqing
Key facts
- Admission
- Free (reservation required to go onto the island; you can reserve to enter the island by car)
- Opening hours
- Closed on Mondays; open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30–14:30
- Time needed
- 1 day
- Getting there
- Near Zhenmulin (珍姆林) Station on the Guangyang Island Sightseeing Line (bus stop)
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 424. Open in Google Maps
About Guangyang Island
Each March, the vast rapeseed fields on Guangyang Island create a beautiful sight, and March to April is the best time to visit. “Gaofeng Terraces” and “Haodayikuai Tian” are the main viewing spots. The latter is the largest single farm plot in Chongqing’s main urban area and a traditional photo spot, with an expanse of golden yellow that is simply delightful.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Guangyang Island cost?
Admission to Guangyang Island is Free (reservation required to go onto the island; you can reserve to enter the island by car), as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Guangyang Island?
Guangyang Island is open Closed on Mondays; open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:30–14:30.
How do I get to Guangyang Island?
Near Zhenmulin (珍姆林) Station on the Guangyang Island Sightseeing Line (bus stop)
How long should I spend at Guangyang Island?
Plan on 1 day for Guangyang Island.
Where is Guangyang Island?
Guangyang Island is in Chongqing, Chongqing Municipality, in the Southwest of China. Guangyang Island, Xiakou Town, Nan’an District, Chongqing
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