Last updated: May 2026. Ticket and opening hours may change; confirm before you go.
Chimelong in Panyu, Guangzhou, is a cluster of theme parks and a zoo: Safari Park, Happy World, Water Park, Bird Park and more; each park is ticketed separately. You can spend a full day or two.
Safari Park is the star—train and cable car for animals, panda and koala houses, white-tiger show and more; Happy World is rides and roller coasters; Water Park opens in summer. Metro Line 3 or 7 to Hanxi Chimelong; free shuttles from the station to each park. About 30–50 minutes from downtown.
For families with kids or anyone who wants a full day at a theme park, Chimelong packs “zoo + parks” in one place in Panyu. It’s a different line from “tower + Shamian + yum cha” in town—either set aside a full day for Chimelong or stick to the city if you’re short on time.
What Makes It Worth It
Safari Park is a major draw in South China — Train and cable car loops for animals, panda and koala houses, white-tiger show and more; many families come to Guangzhou to “go to Chimelong for the animals.” Lots of walking and queuing; allow most of a day to a full day.
Happy World and Water Park — Happy World is rides and roller coasters for thrill-seekers; Water Park is summer-only, slides and water play—separate ticket, bring swimwear and sun protection.
Metro + shuttle — Hanxi Chimelong station has free shuttle buses to the south/north gates of each park, about 3–5 minutes; no car needed.
Complements a city itinerary — City for “tower + Shamian + yum cha”; Chimelong gets its own full day. If you only have 2–3 days in Guangzhou and prioritise the city, skip Chimelong.
What to Expect
Crowds: Weekends, holidays and school breaks are very busy; long queues. Weekdays are lighter. Arrive early or buy tickets and book in advance on the official site or authorised channels.
Scale and choice: Multiple parks run separately; Safari Park usually needs most of a day to a full day; Happy World and Water Park each need half a day or more. Most visitors pick one or two parks or a multi-park ticket; check the venue.
Tickets: Each park is ticketed; multi-park combos available. Prices and hours as per the venue. Some need ID or advance booking—check before you go.
Transport: Metro to Hanxi Chimelong, then free shuttle to park entrances; about 30–50 minutes from downtown. For taxi, set “长隆野生动物世界” or “汉溪长隆”; if the app has no English, ask the hotel to write the name or show a map.
Physical: Safari Park involves a lot of walking and queuing—comfortable shoes and water; in summer, sun protection. Water Park needs swimwear and sun protection.
Don't Miss
Safari Park — train and cable car — The park train and cable car do loops of the animal areas; included in the ticket. Train about 40 minutes; cable car gives a bird’s-eye view. Ride early after opening to shorten queues.
Panda and koala houses — Panda and koala areas are popular; combine with the walking zones; animals are more active in the morning.
White-tiger show and other performances — Multiple animal shows and displays; times as per the day’s schedule—pick up a map or check the app when you enter.
Happy World (if you choose this park) — Rides and roller coasters; for thrill-seekers, allow a full or half day. Height and health restrictions on site.
Water Park (summer) — Open in summer; water play and slides; separate ticket, bring swimwear and sun protection.
Practical Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission | Each park ticketed separately; multi-park combos available; prices and hours as per venue |
| Booking/Tickets | Official site or Trip.com (confirm on venue); book ahead in peak season |
| Opening hours | As per venue; usually from 9:30, later close in peak season |
| Suggested time | Safari Park about a full day; Happy World / Water Park half a day or more each |
| Metro | Line 3 or 7 Hanxi Chimelong, Exit D or E; free shuttle to each park |
Buy tickets in advance on the official site or authorised channels; some require ID or booking. Payment as per venue; have How to Pay in China ready.
Getting There
Metro: Line 3 or 7 to Hanxi Chimelong, Exit D or E; Chimelong runs free shuttles to south/north gates of each park, about 3–5 minutes. About 30–40 minutes from the Zhujiang New Town area.
Taxi / ride-hail: Set destination “长隆野生动物世界,” “长隆欢乐世界” or “汉溪长隆”; if the app has no English, ask the hotel to write “长隆野生动物世界” or “汉溪长隆” for the driver or show a map. About 30–50 minutes from downtown depending on traffic.
With the city: Chimelong works best as a full day on its own; from a city hotel you can go early and return late, or stay in Panyu one night for two days. Different from “tower + Shamian + yum cha”—choose by trip length and interest.
Common mistakes: Not allowing enough time—Safari Park needs at least most of a day, Happy World half a day or more; queues are long in peak season—arrive early or go on a weekday. Not checking each park’s opening and closure days—some parks have maintenance or closed days; check the official site before you go.
First-Visit Strategy
Arrive before opening: Parks usually open from 9:30; get to the gate early and hit popular attractions right after opening.
Safari Park first:
- Train — Ride early after opening to shorten the queue.
- Cable car — Loop over the park; included in the ticket.
- Panda and koala houses — Animals more active in the morning.
Lunch: Food inside the park at park prices; you can bring some snacks (check park rules) or eat off-peak.
Afternoon: Continue the walking zones, shows or other attractions; with a two-park ticket you can switch to Happy World or Water Park.
With kids: Focus on Safari Park; most kids like the train and cable car. Happy World has height limits on some rides—check on site before queuing.
Chimelong is the theme-park and zoo cluster in Panyu, Guangzhou—Safari Park, Happy World, Water Park and more, each ticketed separately. Metro to Hanxi Chimelong plus shuttle gets you there; good for families or a full day of parks.
It’s a complement to “tower + Shamian + yum cha” in the city—either give Chimelong a full day or stick to the city when time is tight. Tickets and hours as per the venue; book ahead when you can; in peak season arrive early or go on a weekday for a better experience.
Related Guides:
- Guangzhou City Guide — Complete city guide
