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Gardens · Portland, Oregon
Lan Su Chinese Garden
A walled Chinese garden in Portland’s Old Town, in the Suzhou style, with a pond, pavilions, bridges, and a tea house.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Lan Su Chinese Garden
Lan Su occupies an entire block of Portland’s Chinatown in the Old Town district. It opened in 2000 as a partnership between Portland and Suzhou, its sister city in China, and was built by Chinese craftsmen using stone, roof tiles and wood brought from there.
Inside the walls, stone paths circle a central pond and pass pavilions, bridges and carved windows that frame the view, like in classical Chinese scholar gardens. There are plants native to China, water‑worn rocks and engraved poem inscriptions.
A two‑story tea house serves teas and snacks with a view of the pond. The garden hosts music performances, calligraphy demonstrations and celebrations such as Lunar New Year.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 45 minutes to an hour, or longer if you stop at the tea house.
Best time
In the morning, right when it opens, when the garden is quieter.
How to get there
In the Old Town, a few minutes’ walk from the downtown light rail stations.
Tip
Take the guided tours included with admission, at scheduled times, to understand the garden’s symbols.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Lan Su Chinese Garden
What is Lan Su Chinese Garden?
A classical Chinese garden in Portland’s Old Town, built by craftsmen from Suzhou and opened in 2000.
Does Lan Su have a tea house?
Yes. The tea house is in a two‑story pavilion overlooking the pond and serves teas and snacks.
How much time should I allow for Lan Su?
About an hour, plus time for a break at the tea house.