Jinan offers a variety of indoor green spaces where visitors can enjoy lush greenery year-round. Here are three recommended destinations:

Jinan Botanical Garden

The science popularization center at Jinan Botanical Garden in Zhangqiu district presents a variety of tropical plants. It also hosts science outreach programs, hands-on activities, and themed videos, offering visitors opportunities to learn and engage with nature.

Tropical plants at the science popularization center of Jinan Botanical Garden. [Photo/WeChat account: jnslyj]

Lexi Valley Scenic Spot

Located in Laiwu district, the Lexi Valley Scenic Spot is a natural gem with mountains, waterfalls, and tropical plants. Home to over 300 tropical plants, it provides abundant opportunities for photography and nature exploration.

Lush tropical plants fill the Lexi Valley Scenic Spot. [Photo/WeChat account: jnslyj]

Quancheng Park

In Lixia district, Quancheng Park houses a 2,000-square-meter greenhouse featuring both tropical rainforest and desert plants. The rainforest section includes ornamental banana trees, flame trees, and pitcher plants, while the desert section displays giant cacti and firestick plants, offering a glimpse of diverse plant ecosystems.

Giant cacti in Quancheng Park's greenhouse. [Photo/WeChat account: jnslyj]