Spring arrives early in southern China, ushering in the blooming of cherry blossoms across Guangdong province. Take advantage of the fleeting beauty with a visit to these top spots for cherry blossom viewing before the petals fade.

Guangming Farm Daguanyuan Resort (光明农场大观园)

Guangming New District, Shenzhen

Discounted tickets available online at 49.9 yuan per adult.

How to get there:

- Take Shenzhen Metro Line 6 to Guangming Zhongxin Station (光明中心站).

- Then take Bus No. 368 or a taxi (around 20 yuan).

Cherry Blossom Landscape Park in Huaying Road (华英路景观公园)

Nanshan District, Shenzhen

Free admission.

How to get there:

- Take Shenzhen Metro Line 2 to Chiwan Station (赤湾站).

- It's a 21-minute walk from Exit E, or take a taxi (around 15 yuan).

Guangzhou Haizhu National Wetland Park (广州海珠国家湿地公园)

Haizhu District, Guangzhou

Admission: 20 yuan per adult

How to get there:

- Take Guangzhou Metro Line 11 to Longtan Station (龙潭站).

- It's a 5-minute walk from Exit G.

Tianshi Cherry Blossom Park (天适樱花悠游园)

Conghua District, Guangzhou

Admission: 48 yuan per adult

How to get there:

- Take Guangzhou Metro Line 14 to Conghua Bus Station (从化客运站).

- Then take Bus No. 6 from Exit C2, or book a ride from the ride-sharing platforms (around 25 yuan).

Dongjiang Impression Park (东江印象园)

Dongguan

Admission: 68 yuan per adult, family tickets available

How to get there:

- Take Bus No. 16 to Wanjiang Community Stop (万江社区站).