Discover the Hidden Gems of Zhongshan

If you are looking for a place to enjoy delicious food and take a leisurely stroll recently, Zhongshan is definitely a hidden good choice! This time we mainly take you to visit the Golden Gate Lake Park and Overseas Chinese Park, both of which are local favorites to take pictures and relax.

Highlights of the itinerary:
Not only does Zhongshan have delicious snacks, but it also has super beautiful, nature-feel parks, each with unique scenery, and open all day long, great for relaxing. Stealing half a day of leisure in the city is so awesome!

🌳 Golden Bell Lake Park
Address: Xin'an Road, Zhongshan City, Guangdong Province (next to Jinzhong Reservoir)
Opening hours: Open all day, year-round
As a rare lake view park in Zhongshan, Jinzhong Lake Park is suitable for people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle and get close to nature. The park is spacious, the lake ring trail along the way can see the reservoir and surrounding mountains, there are many places to sit and rest, photography must go, morning and dusk most Chill.
Tip: The whole park is very quiet and not crowded, suitable for slow cycling or walking to relax. There are small shops nearby where you can buy water and snacks. You don't have to worry about getting hungry! Bring a drink, light snacks, and enjoy the scenery while enjoying it. Great!

🌼Overseas Chinese Park
Address: About 120 meters south of Zhuyuan New Village - East District, Qiwan Road, Zhongshan City
Opening hours: Open all day, year-round
Another local favorite park, Overseas Chinese Park is close to the city and has convenient transportation. The park is designed to be more modern and urban oasis, with many fitness facilities and a play area for children. Flowers and trees are the centerpiece of the beautiful scenery of the whole park, and it is perfect for a family trip over the weekend, whether it is a picnic with friends or a quiet corner to read alone.
Tip: Slightly more crowded on weekends and holidays but still enough space to stay, there are many snack bars nearby. It is suggested that lunch can be solved nearby, then enter the park to spend the afternoon.

Food Recommendations:
There are several restaurants near Overseas Chinese Park that are highly praised by locals. They focus on home-cooked fast food, desserts and drinks, such as Siu Yuen Food and Milk Tea Shop. If you go to Golden Lake Park in the morning, the nearby market has handmade buns, congee noodles and rice breakfast options, after eating straight down to the park for a walk, the trip time is super flexible.

Transportation Guide:
Both parks are located near the city and are very convenient by car, dripping or cycling, so you don't have to worry about getting lost. There are public parking spaces in the surrounding area for more comfortable driving. Remember to bring water, mosquito repellent and a hat. Pay attention to sunscreen in hot weather!

Tips Summary:
The secret to having fun in Zhongshan is to be slow - don't rush to the attractions, eat, walk, and feel the rhythm of the city. Eat, eat, take a walk, life is already very happy!

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Post by 窮小子去旅遊 | Oct 15, 2025

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