2. Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden

Highlights: A broad lake and boats for rent, as well as a range of fun activities including Chinese rose exhibitions, a huge 50,000-square-meter garden full of flower sculptures, outdoor music fairs, wedding shows, photography competitions and lectures make this park a great place to spend a lazy Saturday.

Address: No 3888 Chenhua Rd, Songjiang district.

Tel: 021-37792288-800.

Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden is inside the famous Shanghai Sheshan National Tourist Resort, which boasts a string of sights such as the Catholic Church, the astronomical observatory and beautiful mountainous scenery. [Photo provided to China Daily]