The main attractions of Guangzhou: what to see, where to go?

Central square of Guangzhou "Huacheng Square"

HuaChen Square, also called "Flower City" is the most colorful and a nice place in the city, the main attraction of modern Guangzhou. It is a green alley with a length of more than one and a half kilometers, right among dozens of skyscrapers in the very heart of the city. There are more than 40 architectural buildings on it, including: the Guangzhou Opera and the Guangdong Provincial Museum, the city library, the two tallest skyscrapers IFC (438m) and CTF (530m), and in the evening there is a gorgeous view of the Canton TV Tower. On the lower tier of this square, there is an underground shopping center "Mall of the World".
The best place in the city for walking, shopping, photo lovers and modern architecture.

How to get there:
Flower Square is located in the center of Guangzhou, in the business district, at Huangpu Avenue South, Huacheng Square.
Subway: Line: 3, APM / Subway Station: Zhujiang New Town
Address in Chinese for taxi driver: 天河区珠江新城珠江东路花城广场

Shamian Island (沙面岛)

The main historical attraction of Guangzhou, a monument to the European colonial history of the city. It was an important port for foreign trade, and served as a defensive point for the city during the Opium Wars. Previously, this island housed embassies and representative offices of foreign companies in Guangzhou.
The island's buildings and streets are beautifully preserved examples of 19th century English and French colonial architecture, creating an oasis of calm in the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. One of the notable historical buildings in the Shamian region is the Catholic Church of Our Lady, located at 14 Shamian Street. Also on the island is the USSR Consulate building at 68 Shamian Main Street North, which is currently abandoned.

• Address:荔湾区沙面北街54号 / Shamian north street, 54 / Subway: Huangsha, exit E

Chen Family Academy (陈家祠)

Also known as the Chen Family Ancestral Temple. The building is a representative of superbly preserved 19th century architecture. Previously owned by the wealthy Chen family, it houses many works of art, including sculptures made from valuable ivory and artistic statues.

• Address: Zhongshan 7th Road, 34 / 荔湾区中山七路恩龙里34号 / Metro: 1 Chan Clan Academy - Exit D.
  The entrance ticket price is 10 yuan.

Guangzhou Yuan (广州圆大厦)

One of the symbols of Guangzhou, the building was conceived as the opposite of the stereotypical Western skyscrapers that dominate the city.
Located in the southern part of the city, on the banks of the Pearl River, next to Guangzhou South Station. The iconic building was designed by Italian architect Joseph Di Pascual as the headquarters of HongDa. The building reaches 138 meters in height, has 33 floors and a total area of ​​85,000 square meters, a round hole with a diameter of 50 meters in the center of the building makes the skyscraper unique, and has practically no architectural analogues in the world.
The design concept was inspired by the Bi jade discs and the numerological tradition of Feng Shui in China. When reflected on the surface of the river, it represents a double disk of jade, as well as the number "8", which is considered a lucky number, and is consonant with the word wealth. This building is located at a decent distance from the city center and does not have a metro station nearby.

• Address: Liwan district, Guangzhou yuan road, 1 / 荔湾区广州圆路1号

Sun Yat-sen Memorial (中山纪念)

Erected in honor of the father of the Chinese revolution, the founder of the Kuomintang and the hero of China - Dr. Sun Yat-sen. It was built in 1931 to replace Sun Yat-sen's presidential office on Yuexiu Hill. The memorial is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Visiting the park is free, but entrance to the memorial costs 10 yuan.

• Address:东风中路259号 / Dongfeng middle road, 259 / Subway: 2 Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall – Exit C

Dafo Temple (大佛古寺)

• This temple is one of the five famous Buddhist temples in the city of Guangzhou. It was originally built by Liu Yang, king of the southern Han Dynasty in the 8th century. Recommended for all shopping lovers who need a break. Located very close to Beijing street.
  Free admission.
• Address:越秀区惠新中街21号 / Hui Xin middle road, 21 / Metro: GongYuanQian and Beijing Road

Xiguan Residence

• Xiguan 西关大屋 and Cantonese arch (骑楼). Here you can see traditional Cantonese architecture from the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic era. These houses are located in Haizhu South Road (海珠南路), Duobao Road (多宝路), Baohua Road (宝华路), Longjin West Road (龙津西路) and Shangxiajiu Road (上下九路). One of the most popular of them is located at 18 Baoyuan North Street (宝源北街18号). In former times, representatives of high society lived in these houses.
• Address:逢源北街82号 / Fengyuan bei road, 82 / Subway: 1 Changshou lu, Exit E

Guangzhou TV Tower

Canton Tower (广州塔) is the tallest building in all of China. Besides observation deck, which offers breathtaking views, the tower has various restaurants, a state-of-the-art 4D theater, the world's tallest free-fall ride on the tower's spire, a Ferris wheel and other entertainment.
How to get there: Metro, line 3, APM - Canton tower station, by bus: number 508, 11, 291B, 291A, 231, 231, 663, 370 Canton tower west metro station, tourist tram from Canton Fair: to Canton Tower station.
Address:海珠区阅江西路222号 / Haizhu district, Yuejiang west road, 222

Ticket price for Canton Tower:
- To a closed observation deck at an altitude of 433 meters - 150 yuan
- To the open observation deck at an altitude of 455 meters + free fall attraction - 228 yuan

- To the heavenly open observation deck at an altitude of 488 meters + 2 attractions - 398 yuan
- Ticket price for children is 50% of the price for an adult
Opening hours: 09:30 - 22:30, ticket office 09:30 - 22:00

Lotus Mountains

• Lotus Hill (莲花山) - One of the most picturesque places in Guangzhou, which amazingly combines natural and man-made beauty. A pagoda was built on the mountain, which dates back to 1612 and was built in 1664. A must-see is the golden statue of Guanyin, in honor of the Buddhist Goddess of Mercy, located on the side of the Buddhist temple and is one of the most tall statues in the world. There is also an ancient sand quarry from which valuable rocks were extracted about 2000 years ago.
  How to get there: The mountains are located 40 kilometers from the center of Guangzhou. By metro you can take Line 3 to Shiqiao Station and then take the special bus "Shiqiao - Lotus Hill".
  There are also ferries from Guangzhou at Tianzi Pier (天字码头) (cost 20 yuan) and Xidi Pier (西堤码头) (cost 25 yuan). The ferry leaves at 8:15 and returns at 15:15. A taxi ride will cost about 120-150 yuan.
  Address: Panyu District, Ximen road, 18 (Lianhua Resort)
• Entrance fee is 50 yuan.

Yuexiu Park and the Five Rams Statue

This is one of the largest and oldest parks in Guangzhou, which received its name from the Yuexiu Mountain around which this park is located. He is rich in beautiful things natural landscapes(there is a mountain and picturesque lakes and a tropical forest), as well as cultural and historical sites.

One of the main attractions of this park is " Statue of five rams" - which has been a symbol of the city of Guangzhou for hundreds of years. According to legend, 2000 years ago the land in the city was barren and people suffered from hunger. But one day the clouds parted and five immortals in colored clothes, riding on five rams, descended from the sky, each of which carried 6 ears of rice in his mouth. The gods blessed the city and left, leaving rice and sheep for the people. After people sowed the rice seeds, a comfortable climate was established here forever, and the harvests grew year after year. Local residents built a statue in gratitude five rams and the Temple of the Five Five Immortals, which we will talk about below. Since then, Guangzhou also has a second name: “City of Five Rams”, “city of rams”, and the statue is its main and most recognizable symbol.
Among the historical sites, a section of the ancient city wall also deserves attention in the park.

Title in English: Yuexiu Park and Five Ram Statue. In Chinese: park - 越秀公园, statue: 五羊石像.
How to get there: Metro: Line 2, Yuexiu Park Station, Exit B1. By bus: Yuexiu Gongyuan stop. By taxi: 越秀公园正门
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Mount Baiyun

Guangxiao Temple (光孝寺)

• This temple became a famous pilgrimage destination for many Zen Buddhists after the 6th century Zen patriarch Hui Nang trained here in the 7th century. Over these centuries, the temple was destroyed by fire several times, so the existing architecture belongs to the mid-19th century.
• The entrance ticket price is 10 yuan. If you are going to visit the vegetarian restaurant of the temple, then visiting is free. Free if you eat at the temple's vegetarian restaurant (菩提甘露坊). You can also make a request for lunch at this restaurant.
• Address: Guangxiao Road /光孝路109号 / Subway: 1, Ximenkou, Exit C.

(六榕寺)

• Also known as Six Banyan Trees Temple is a famous Buddhist temple. Its distinctive architecture includes the 17-story octagonal Hua Ta Tower, which is also called the Flower Pagoda and is one of the most popular landmarks in the city of Guangzhou. The history of the construction of the temple dates back to the 6th century, while the pagoda was built 3 centuries earlier.
  The entrance fee to the temple is 5 yuan, to the pagoda - 10 yuan.
• Address: Liu rong lu, 87 / 越秀区六榕路87号 / Subway: 1, Gongyuanqian (1.2km).

Temple of the Five Immortals

• Temple of the Five Immortals(五仙观), also known as Wuxianguan Temple. An important historical and mythological relic of Guangzhou. According to legend, during a famine, five immortals descended from heaven on five rams, carrying ears of rice with them. They saved people from hunger and taught them to cultivate rice. Since then, Guangzhou has become a prosperous city, and local residents in gratitude, they built this temple, in which a statue of those immortals was installed.
• Address: Huifu West Road, 233 / 越秀区惠福西路233号 / Subway: 1 Ximenkou, Exit A.
• The cost of visiting is 5 yuan.

Huaisheng Mosque

• Huaisheng Mosque(怀圣寺) - This mosque is the oldest Muslim temple in China: the construction of the mosque dates back to 627 AD. The founder of the mosque is the uncle of the Prophet Muhammad, who arrived in China on a Muslim mission in the 620s. During the sermon, the mosque is open to the public only for Muslims, but you can take a look at it from the outside or wait for the prayer to finish.
• Address:光塔路56号 /Guangta Road,56 / Subway: 1 Ximenkou, Exit A.

Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

• Catholic Cathedral Sacred Heart- Sacred Heart Cathedral (石室圣心大教堂). The cathedral was built in 1883 in the neo-Gothic style, this is one of the few churches in the world built entirely of granite. Translated into Russian, the name of this cathedral means the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, the second name is a stone house. It is one of the oldest religious buildings in the city and the most iconic cathedral in all of Southern China. Currently it is used for worship.
  Opening hours: weekdays 8:30-11:30 and 14:30-17:30, weekends 8:30-17:00.
  Free admission.
• Address:一德路56号 / Yide road, 56 / Metro: 6 Yide Lu, Exit A

Sanyuan Palace

• Sanyuan Temple三元宫 - This is the largest and most ancient temple Taoism in the city. It was founded during the ancient kingdom of Southern Yue, in 319.
• Address: YingYuan road, 11 / 越秀区应元路11号 / Metro: 2, Sun Yat Sen memorial Hall, exit C.

Hualing Temple

• Hualing Temple(华林寺) - Buddhist Temple, Also known as the Temple of the Five Hundred Gods.
  the entrance is free
• Address:荔湾区下九路华林寺前31号 / Shanjiu road, 31 / Subway: 1, Changshou Lu

YuanXuan Temple

• Yuan Xuan Taoist Temple (圆玄道观) is located in Huadu District. Architectural ensemble includes three Taoist buildings in one complex: Sanqing Hall, Taihe Hall and Yuanchen Hall. Sanking Hall is the most architecturally important of the three structures because... it is famous for its decorative elements - deities carved into wood. The walls of the central hall are covered with yellow glazed slabs and decorated with colorful images of Yuqing, Shangqing and Taiqing, the three authoritative deities in Taoism. The temple is located near Bi Village in the southwestern part of Xinhua Town.
  Ticket price is 10 yuan.
• Address:花都区新华镇迎宾大道西38号 / Huadu district, Xinhua town, Yingbin dadao west, 38

Zhujiang New Town CBD – Skyscraper Center of Guangzhou

Unlike other cities in China, all the tallest buildings in Guangzhou are concentrated in one place: Zhujiang New Town. It is part of a major business district in Guangzhou called Tianhe CBD- Central business district.

There is no doubt that Tianhe CBD is the area with the most high-rise buildings, it is the largest business center in South China and ranks first in China in terms of the number of skyscrapers per square kilometer.

Let's take a look at the 10 tallest buildings and skyscrapers in Guangzhou:

10th place: R&F Yingkai Plaza | 286 meters

R&F Yingkai Plaza is a large-scale integrated project combining office buildings, shopping centers, and apartments. Located in the western part of the Pearl River business district. This skyscraper houses the R&F Center, Grand Hotel Hyatt Guangzhou. The 65-storey building covers an area of ​​7,942 square meters, with a height of 296.5 meters

9th place: Leatop tower | 302 meters

Litong Plaza is located in the eastern part of Zhujiang New Town. The project covers an area of ​​9,916 square meters, with a total construction area of ​​159,500 square meters, has 5 underground floors and 65 above-ground floors. Design height is 303 meters. The building houses international class office space. Start of construction: November 17, 2007, official completion - August 6, 2012.

8th place: Pearl river tower | 309 meters

Pearl River Tower is located in the center of the business district New town Pearl River, at the intersection of Zhujiang Avenue West and Jinsui Road, with a design height of 309 meters and 71 floors.

The construction investors were: China National Tobacco Corporation Guangdong Tobacco and Shanghai Construction Engineering group. Experts rated this skyscraper as “the most energy-efficient and environmentally friendly skyscraper in the world” - during the construction of the building, the concept of environmental protection and “zero energy consumption” was adhered to. The building combines a large number of innovative solutions in the field of climate technology, solar energy and wind energy. Wind turbines are installed between the blocks of the building, and the construction uses solar panels– thanks to this, the building completely supplies itself with energy.

7th place: Fortune Center /Yuexiu Financial Center | 309.4 meters

The total construction area of ​​the Yuexiu Fortune Center financial building is 211,072 square meters, of which 167,000 meters are office space. The height of the skyscraper is 309.4 m (68 floors).

6th place: Universal Metro Plaza / Global City Square | 318 meters

Global City Square, or as it is also called Universal Metro Plaza, is located in the center of Zhujiang New. The 67-story Global City Square skyscraper has a total area of ​​180,000 square meters and reaches a height of 318 meters and. On the lower floors of the building there is the famous G.T Land shopping center.

5th place: The Pinnacle | 360 meters

The Pinnacle or as it is called Guanghao International Building is located at the intersection of Zhujiang Avenue West and Jinsui Road. The total construction area is about 160,000 square meters, and the height is 360 meters, including 6 underground floors and 59 above-ground floors. Construction began in December 2007 and was officially put into operation in March 2011.

4th place: Citic Plaza | 391 meters

CITIC PLAZA is located in the business district of Guangzhou - Tianhe and consists of an 80-story skyscraper CITIC Tower and two 38-story extensions: the first 4 floors house shopping centers and restaurants. Citic Plaza is located near Guangzhou East Railway Station.

The main building with a height of 391 meters was built in 1996, and for almost 14 years it held the lead in the list of tallest buildings in Guangzhou. It is one of the city's iconic buildings and currently houses the offices of many of China's top 100 largest organizations.

3rd place: Guangzhou IFC - International Financial Center | 440 meters

IFC - International Financial Center / West tower - located in the heart of the Zhujiang New Town business district, next to the Pearl River. The total construction area is approximately 450,000 square meters, and maximum height reaches 440.75 m.

The International Financial Center has 103 above-ground floors and 4 underground floors. The complex building houses class A office space and a five-star Four Seasons hotel. It is also home to the Friendship store, Ascott Apartments and the International Convention Centre.

2nd place: CTF financial center | 530 meters

Guangzhou Financial Center CTF - also called East Tower - the most tall skyscraper and the second tallest structure in Guangzhou. CTF stands for Chow Tai Fook by Hong Kong Jewelry Company, which invested more than 10 billion yuan in the construction of this building.

There are five-star hotels and restaurants, apartments, office buildings, and underground shopping centers. This building also has the world's fastest elevator. The height of the building reaches 530 meters.

The tallest building in Guangzhou is the Canton TV Tower | 600 meters

The first place on our list is deservedly occupied by the Canton TV Tower - the tallest building in Guangzhou, the tallest TV tower in China, and the second tallest TV tower in the world.

The main part of the Guangzhou TV Tower is 454 meters high, plus the antenna mast is 146 meters high. Overall height TV towers 600 meters.

In the Canton TV Tower there is a “Spider Trail” - a spiral staircase along which you can climb on foot from a height of 168 meters to 334.4 meters. At an altitude of 422.8 m of the TV tower there is a revolving restaurant, and at the top of the tower there is a Ferris wheel at an altitude of 450 - 454 meters. The antenna mast has a “free fall” attraction from 455 meters to 485 meters, and the open observation deck is located at an altitude of 488 meters.

Canton TV Tower in Guangzhou

In our article we will talk about the main symbol and main attraction of the city of Guangzhou - the Canton TV Tower

China greets numerous tourists and travelers with both its majestic antiquity and extraordinary modern buildings. One of these modern symbols of the city of Guangzhou is the Canton TV Tower or Canton Tower, almost 600 meters high. Canton Tower is included in the list of the main national tourist sites of the People's Republic of China and belongs to the protected tourist sites of the early 21st century.

Official name: Canton Tower / 广州塔 /
Height of Guangzhou TV Tower: 454m without spire, 600 meters with spire
Place in the world by height: 2
Place in China by height: 1
Construction completion time: October 1, 2010
Address: 222, Yuejiang West Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou
Address in Chinese:广州市海珠区阅江西路222号
Metro station: Canton Tower
Working hours: 9:00 – 23:00 / Ticket office: 9:30 – 22:30

The main symbol of Guangzhou is the Canton TV Tower

The monumental structure is located on the right bank of the Pearl River, and was built specifically for the Asian Winter Games on November 12-27, 2010, after which it became the main highlight and most recognizable landmark of the city.
The TV tower held the record for 2 years among similar technical structures in the world. The height of the structure, reaching six hundred meters, rightfully ranks second among television towers in the world. In 2012, Japan completed construction of the Tokyo Skytree, which exceeded the height of the “Chinese wonder of the world” by 34 meters.

Nevertheless, the beauty of Guangzhou traditionally remains an attractive tourist destination for both city residents and foreign tourists. The distinctive feature of this structure is its hyperbolic grid structure with a height of 450 meters. This entire structure is crowned by a metal spire on which radio and television transmitting antennas are located.

The central monolithic core of the tower is located directly inside the outer steel shell. Numerous restaurants, famous cafes, cinemas, a post office, and technical facilities were located here.
The architectural design is structurally similar to the Shukhov TV Tower in Moscow. Both of these towers were made according to the international patent of the Russian engineer Vladimir Shukhov. (photo of the buffoon and Cantonese)

How to get to Guangzhou TV Tower?

Metro: line 3, APM - Canton tower station,
By bus: number 508, 11, 291B, 291A, 231, 231, 663, 370 Canton tower west metro station,
By tram: Tourist tram from Canton Fair: to Canton Tower Station.
By taxi: just show this address to the taxi driver 广州塔 海珠区阅江西路222号, the cost of a taxi from the center is approximately 15 yuan, from central station– 45 yuan, from the airport 160 yuan.

The TV tower has a convenient location and is located in the very center of the city. You can get to it by metro, line 3 or APM, Canton Tower station, and right at the exit from the subway this colossal structure will appear before your eyes. Numerous local and foreign tourists climb to the observation deck and are amazed at the splendor of the city from a height of almost half a kilometer.

Ticket prices for Canton Tower:

Before entering the tower, you need to choose one of 3 visiting options, they all differ in price:
- To a closed observation deck at an altitude of 433 meters - 150 yuan.
- To an open observation deck at an altitude of 455 meters + free fall attraction - 228 yuan
- To the open observation deck + Ferris wheel - 298 yuan
- To the heavenly open observation deck at an altitude of 488 meters + 2 attractions - 398 yuan.
- Ticket price for children is 50% of the price for an adult.

Those who wish to do beautiful pictures A bird's eye view of the city rises to the open area of ​​the Canton Tower. We do not recommend taking the most cheap ticket to a closed observation deck - you will not get the full feeling of climbing the tower.

At an altitude of 450 meters, an original Ferris wheel called the “Bubble Tram” operates continuously. This popular tourist attraction consists of spherical cabins with glass walls that move horizontally, along the very edge of the TV tower.

In addition, the TV tower has a free fall attraction, listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the highest free fall attraction in the world.
First, you are taken up the spire of the TV tower on a four-seater cabin, from a height of 458 to 485, and then you simply fly down to the base of the site. This is truly an indescribable feeling when you are flying down at great speed, and there is a half-kilometer abyss under your feet.

What is the best time to visit Canton Tower in Guangzhou?

We recommend visiting Canton Tower in the afternoon, around 6 pm. At this time, you can enjoy both daytime and evening views of the city and watch how the illumination on the skyscrapers opposite the TV tower turns on.

Despite its global reputation as a center of business and trade, Guangzhou has many historical parks, ranging from a thousand-year-old lakeside garden, a Memorial Park to a huge reservoir dedicated to migratory birds.

Yuexiu Park / Yuexiu Park

Name in Chinese: 越秀公园
Subway: 2, Yue Xiu Park - Exit B1
It is the largest urban park in China and is famous for its lush green space that covers the hills and envelops the lakes. Here is the Ming Dynasty Tower (Zhenhai Tower), now home to the Guangzhou Museum, with relics dating back five thousand years spread over several floors and a miniature of modern Guangzhou.

The park houses the symbol of Guangzhou - the statue of Five Rams. Opening hours from 6 to 21. Admission is free.

South China Botanical garden /South China Botanical Garden

Name in Chinese: 华南植物园
Metro: 6, Botanical Garden
Built in 1929, it is the oldest and largest tropical Botanical Garden in China and contains more than 2,400 plant species native to China. The park spreads over an area of ​​1,155 hectares and consists of an open area and greenhouses. Here you can find different types of plants: arctic, aquatic, tropical and desert, as well as a huge number of flowers.
Opening hours: 07:30-17:30
Cost of visiting: 20 yuan for the open area, 50 yuan for visiting the greenhouse.

Baomo garden / Baomo garden

Name in Chinese: 宝墨园
Located in the Panyu district, rebuilt in the 1990s from a destroyed ancient garden.
Opening hours 8:30-18:00;
The cost of visiting is 45 yuan.

Huanghuagang Park

Name in Chinese: 黄花岗公园
Address: 79, Xianlie Middle Road (先烈中路79号)
This is a park that will leave a wonderful impression. The main attraction is the monument built in memory of the 72 martyrs who died during the 1911 uprising.
The entrance is free.

Martyr's park / Martyrs' Memorial Park

Name in Chinese:广州起义烈士陵园
Located at Zhongshan second Road (中山二路)
Metro: 1 Martyrs" Park – exit D
This park is dedicated to the memory of those who fought and died in the communist uprising in 1927.
Opening hours 6:00-22:00. The entrance is free.

Yuntai Garden / Yuntai Garden

Name in Chinese: 云台花园
Since there is no metro station near the park, you can only get there by taxi, or tourist bus No. 1, 3,
Located at the foot of Baiyun (White Cloud) Mountain, it is famous for its wide variety of rare flowers and trees. There are also seasonal exhibits (additional admission).
The cost of visiting is 10 yuan.

Liuhua lake Park / Liuhua Lake Park

Name in Chinese:流花湖公园
The park includes 3 large and 4 small lakes and covers an area of ​​more than 500 square kilometers. An excellent place for those who like to spend time by the water. The park is a garden with tropical plants and big lake with islands and hills surrounded by bridges. One of the most beautiful parks in Guangzhou, where you can relax and enjoy the surface of the water without having to leave the city.

Mount Baiyun in Guangzhou

Mount Baiyun, Baiyun Mountain, 白云 is a mountain, or rather a large natural complex that includes several mountain peaks, lakes, gardens, temples and much more. One of the main natural attractions of Guangzhou and a favorite vacation spot for citizens. The highest point - Moxinglin Peak reaches a height of 382 meters.

Today, the White Cloud Mountain, as their name is translated into Russian, are not only nature reserve. A resort area is organized here for vacationers from China and visiting tourists.

At the same time, the original appearance of the local landscape is preserved. The gentle slopes are very densely overgrown with deciduous trees, and the low-lying lakes contain large numbers of fish. Of the man-made monuments, there is a sculpture park here, and there are many observation platforms from which you can admire the panorama of the city of Guangzhou. If you want to

History of the Baiyun Mountains

Baiyun Mountains in Guangzhou have a proud and long history. The Chinese nobility vacationed here back in the 5th century AD.
During its existence, the White Cloud Mountains have repeatedly won the honorary title of one of the Eight Wonders of China. This was facilitated by the cable car built in our time. The uniqueness of the area is given by the largest Bird Park in the Asian part, a luxurious golf course, and a Sculpture Park.

What to visit on Baiyun Mountain

Most high point mountain range, is the peak Moxingling(摩星岭) with an altitude of 382 meters above sea level. To climb to the very top, you need to walk along a staircase carved into the rock. At the peak there is an observation deck offering stunning views of Guangzhou. The mountain slopes are covered with deciduous forests, which is why they are called the lungs of Guangzhou.

Funicular- in front of the entrance to Baiyun Mountain, there is a cable car, with the help of which you can climb to the very top and enjoy the gorgeous views from a cabin with a transparent floor. The cost of this pleasure is only 25 yuan, the return trip will cost 20 yuan. Opening hours: 9:00 - 18:00.



Suoai Tai- a Buddhist monument on which it is customary to hang locks while making wishes.

Ming Zhu Lou Pavilion- is an example of magnificent architecture.

Neng Ren Si Buddhist Temple beautiful in its design, built according to all the canons of national architecture.

In the Ming Chun Valley There are a huge number of bird species. The warm and humid climate that prevails in the valley favors their unhindered reproduction. The diversity of the local fauna is promoted by a special state program for species conservation.

There is also nature tamed by man on the territory of Baiyun Mountain, in the form of two large parks: this Yuntai and Xinhai Gardens. No less interesting for tourists are the Sculpture Park and the Bird Park. And you should definitely visit the Qiulun spring and quench your thirst with healing water.

Baiyun Mountain, how to get there:

• Name in Chinese: 白云山
• By taxi- from the center of Guangzhou to the southern gate of the park by taxi, about 25-30 yuan
  Taxi driver address: 白云山南门 (云台花园) - BaiYunShan NanMen (Yun Tai HuaYuan)
• By bus: 24, 63, 240, 245, 285, 522 to 云台花园总站 station (Yuntai park), Tour bus: 1.3
• Metro: There is no metro near the park; the nearest stations are 5 kilometers away: Yantang, East railway station, Shaheding.

Pearl river, 珠江, (Zhū Jiāng) is the main waterway and business card Guangzhou. For an Asian city it is surprisingly clean, but at the same time very fast-paced. For city residents and numerous tourists, the Pearl River is transport artery, and favorite place to spend leisure time.
During the day, the multi-kilometer embankment offers amazing views of the city. And at night, the lights of skyscrapers, reflected on the surface of the water, create a fantastic spectacle. There are many interesting sights along the river. In addition, within the city on Zhemchuzhnaya there is amazing island called Shamyan with unique architectural structures from the colonial era.

Origin of the name and some numbers

The Pearl River, with a length of 2,200 km, is the third largest in China. It begins at the confluence of four small mountain rivers, and the mouth is located 70 km from Guangzhou on the northern coast of the South China Sea.
Several thousand years ago, the width of the river in the area of ​​today's Guangzhou was at least 2 km. In those days it was called the Pearl Sea. Today its width in the city does not exceed 170 meters.

The Pearl River got its name from a hill that once rose among its waters and consisted of rare rock. Later he disappeared under the water, the current polished its surface to a pearly shine, and at the bottom it seemed as if a huge size pearl.

Pearl River embankment in Guangzhou

The Pearl River embankment is a favorite vacation spot for citizens and guests of Guangzhou.
There are ten bridges across the river in the city. At night, each of them is spectacularly illuminated and represents an independent landmark of Guangzhou.

The embankment, equipped for walking, paved with granite slabs, stretches for 23 kilometers. Along the pedestrian part there is a busy roadway.
The embankment is always very crowded; locals and tourists love this place. Walking along the river, you can admire the magnificent skyscrapers of Guangzhou and numerous unique architectural structures.

The most beautiful place for walks along the embankment in Guangzhou:
1) From Canton Tower to the north gate of Sun Yat Sen university.
2) From Haizhu Square to Shamian Island, both from the left and right banks.

Night cruise on the Pearl River in Guangzhou

At night, when all the buildings are illuminated, it is customary to admire the city from the water. There are eight piers on the river, and from each of them numerous cruise ships for tourists. The cruise on Zhemchuzhnaya lasts 2 hours, its program is extremely interesting and exciting. The guide introduces guests to the history of the city and the river, as well as the main historical events. Light snacks and drinks are available throughout the cruise.

The price of a Pearl River cruise is 30 - 120 yuan, the price also depends on the chosen place: the lower decks are usually cheaper; upper decks are more expensive. The most expensive seats are on the open roof of the ship; they offer a gorgeous view of the entire city.

Piers where Pearl River cruises depart from:

TianZi wharf	The oldest pier in Guangzhou, located in the area of ​​Beijing Street and Haizhu Square Address in English: 183,Yan Jiang Zhong Road,Yuexiu District Address in Chinese: 越秀区沿江中路200号 Metro station: Beijing road
DaShaTou wharf 大沙头码头	The city's largest pier, with the most luxurious and varied boats, is located next to the East lake park (东湖) Address in English: 466,Yan Jiang Dong Road,Yuexiu District Address in Chinese:越秀区沿江东路466号 Metro station: Donghu
Canton Tower wharf	Guangzhou's newest pier, can be combined river cruise with a visit to the Canton TV Tower Address in English: 466, Yue Jiang Xi Road,Haizhu District Address in Chinese:海珠区阅江西路222号 Metro station: Canton Tower
HaiXinSha wharf 海心沙码头	The most central and most crowded pier, located in the very center of Guangzhou, in the ZhuJiang New Town area Address in English: Huacheng Square Address in Chinese: 花城广场 Metro station: HaiXinSha
ZhongDa wharf 中大码头	The pier named after Sun Yat-sen, with a memorial arch - the minimum number of people and the lowest prices. Address in English: 135, XinGang Xi Road, Haizhu District Address in Chinese:海珠区新港西路135号 Metro station: Sun Yat-sen University
City wharf	Located in the historical heart of Guangzhou, just a couple of minutes from Shamian Island Address in English: 144,YanJiang Xi Road,Yuexiu District Address in Chinese:越秀区沿江西路144号 Metro station: Cultural Park
FangCun wharf 芳村码头	Located in the western part of the city, in the FangCun area Address in English: 20, Chang Di Jie ,Liwan District Address in Chinese:荔湾区长堤街20号 Metro station: Fangcun
ShenZong wharf 省总码头	Located in the area of ​​the famous souvenir market, you can combine a river cruise with a visit to the Catholic Cathedral, which is located nearby. Address in English: 144,Yan Jiang Xi Road,Yuexiu District Address in Chinese:越秀区沿江西路144号 Metro station: Haizhu Square

Museums and art sites in Guangzhou

Mausoleum of King Nanyue(西汉南越王博物馆)

867 Jiefang Bei Road, 解放北路878号, Yuexiu Park Subway.
This mausoleum was found completely by accident in 1983 during the construction of a shopping center, and this find became the most important historical discovery Guangdong province and the entire south of China, which makes it especially attractive for tourists. The main attraction of the museum is the king's funeral suit made of hundreds of jade slabs.
Opening hours are from 9 am to 5:30 pm daily. Ticket price 12 yuan.
Guangzhou Museum(广州博物馆)

Zhenhai Tower in Yuexiu Park.
This is one of the earliest museums in China's Republican era, located in the ancient Zhenhai Tower, overlooking the traditional regions of Guangzhou. This museum shows the history of Guangzhou and Southern China.
Entrance fee: 10 yuan.
Guangdong Provincial Museum 广东省博物馆新馆

How to get there: Zhu Jiang New Town station or Opera House station on the APM line
The museum is located in the heart of the city, and is the largest museum in Guangzhou. Exhibits and exhibition halls tell the culture, history of scientific discoveries and the geographical location of the city of Guangzhou. Arrive earlier, because... the number of visitors is limited.
The ticket is free if you have an identification document.
Opening hours 9 - 17:00, closed on Monday.


Guangzhou Art Museum(广东美术馆)

Located at 8 Yanyu Road (烟雨路8号) on Ershadao Island (二沙岛).
Here you can see contemporary and sometimes ultra-controversial Chinese art. In some cases, identification may be required.
Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Mondays.
Guangzhou Sculpture Park (广州雕塑公园)

Located on Tongxin Road at the foot of Baiyun Mountain.
The entrance is free.
Generalissimo Sun Yat Sen Memorial Mansion Museum (孙中山大元帅府纪念馆)

Located at: 18, Fangzhi road, 纺织路东沙街 18号. Open 9:00 - 16:30, Tue-Sun.
the entrance is free
Guangzhou Uprising Museum (广州起义旧址纪念馆)

Located in Yuexiu District, 200 Qiyi Road (起义路200号), Gongyuanqian Subway Exit J.
The museum is located on the site of the original communist government.
The entrance is free.
Guangdong Revolutionary History Museum (广东革命历史博物馆)

Address: 2 Lingyuan West Road (陵园西路2号大院), located in Martyrs Memorial Park. Metro 1, Martyr's Park - exit D.
Here, in 1921, Sun Yat-sen was sworn in as President of the Republic of China. In the museum you can learn about the history of China from ancient times to the creation of new China.
Free admission.
Institute of Peasant Movement (农民运动讲习所)

Can be found at 42 Zhongshan 4th Road (中山四路42号) (Metro 1, Peasant Movement Institute - Exit C). This is the original building of the communist training center founded by Mao Zedong in the twenties of the last century. It is now a museum dedicated to modern history China. Opening hours 9-17, Tue-Sun.
Free admission.
Redtori (红砖厂)

Address: 128 Yuancun Si Heng Lu (员村四横路128号).
Once a can factory, it is now home to a contemporary art gallery. There are also a lot of different cafes and shops that go perfectly with the artistic atmosphere.

Please note that in museums and libraries in China, Monday is a day off.

Do you know interesting places in Guangzhou? with us and we will add them to our guide.

If we consider the settlements of the PRC from the point of view of cultural and historical value, then the list will include only 24 cities that can give a comprehensive picture of this country. Many of Guangzhou's attractions tell the city's history and demonstrate amazing architecture, natural landscapes still retain their former grandeur.

Here we have collected the most important places, adding to them photos that should be included in a guide to Guangzhou for every tourist who comes here.

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Canton Tower (广州塔)

• Address: Chigang Pagoda MRT Station (Line 3 or Automated APM Line)
• Entrance fee: 150 yuan

Canton Tower is the tallest building in China. In addition to the observation deck, Guangzhou TV Tower houses restaurants, 4D cinemas and other entertainment.

Chen Clan Academy(陈家祠 chén-jiā-cí)

• Address: Zhongshan 7th street (中山七路)
• How to get there: Find Exit D at Chan Clan Academy Station (Line 1)
• Cost of visit: 10 yuan

The Academy is a well-preserved 19th-century building that belonged to a wealthy family named Chen. Today, the Academy houses many valuables, including sculptures and ivory statues.

Redtory (红专厂)

• Address: 128 Yuancun 4th Cross Road (员村四横路128号)

It was once a cannery, but has now been converted into galleries. contemporary artists. There are also restaurants and shops that fit perfectly into the picturesque landscape of the surrounding area.

Shamian Island(Shamian, 沙面岛)

• Address: Exit D at Huangsha Station (Line 1)

The buildings and streets of the former British and French concession have been restored and create an atmosphere of tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis.

One of the oldest buildings on the island is the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes, located at Shamian 14. The architecture of the church is a reflection of the colonial era of the 19th century and creates a unique atmosphere.

Xiao Bei/Siu Bak (小北)

• How to get there: Subway Line 5, Xiaobei Station

The most diverse society of the city gathered here. Judge for yourself: all the signs here are written in at least 4 languages ​​- Chinese, English, French and Arabic. Fine Middle Eastern restaurants abruptly turn into alleys filled with Africans. What can I say, even Chinese sellers develop an African accent when they start speaking English.

(小洲村)

• How to get there: The village is a short taxi ride from the university town.

Some travelers say the village is full of historic buildings, orchards and canals, and also say that in recent years it has become a haven for artists.

Others report that recent changes have destroyed all traces of the village, and the village has become a typical industrial suburb adjacent to a huge field that is used as a city dump.

Historical complexes

Sun Yat-sen Memorial(中山纪念堂 zhōng-shān-jì-niàn-táng)

• Address: Dongfeng Middle Road, Yuexiu Hill
• How to get there: Find Exit C at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station (Line 2)
• Cost of visit: admission to the park is free; Entrance to the memorial hall costs 10 yuan.
• Operating mode: Open from 8am to 6pm.

The memorial is dedicated to the founder of the Chinese people's republic and to the local hero - Sun Yat-sen. The memorial was erected in 1931 on the site of the building where the politician worked.

Huangpu Military Academy Memorial(黄埔军校旧址 huáng-pǔ-jūn-xiào-jiù-zhǐ)

• Address: on Changzhou Island. Exit D at Yuzhu Station (Line 5)
• How to get there: Bus No. 431 takes you to the ferry going to the pier on Changzhou Island
• Free admission.

Huangpu Military Academy was founded in 1924 by Sun Yat-sen with the support of the Communist Party and the Soviet Union. The academy's mission was to create an officer corps for the new Chinese Republic. Many famous war heroes trained here.

In 1938, the academy was destroyed by the Japanese, after which it was rebuilt as a memorial building.

In two exhibition halls memorial complex The history of the academy is presented (there is a translation into English). Unfortunately, in other exhibition halls all signs are only in Chinese.

Xiguan Residence(西关大屋 xī-guān-dà-wū)

• Address: Subway Line 1, Changshou Lu Station

In ancient times, representatives of the nobility lived in this residence. The buildings feature traditional Cantonese architecture from the Qing Dynasty.

The exact same building can be seen at 18 Baoyuan North Street (宝源北街18号).

Former residence of Hong Xiuquan(Hong Xiuquan)

• Phones: +8602036861225, +8602086832232
• Address: 广州市花都区新华街道大布村官禄布（Guǎngzhōushì huādūqū xīnhuá jiēdào dàbùcūnguān lùbù)

The residence served as the home of the pseudo-Christian leader of the Taiping Rebellion, which occurred during the Qing Dynasty and resulted in the death of approximately 20 million people.

Hong Xiuquan is also remembered for the fact that shortly after failing state exams several times, he began to rave and claim that he had visions in which he was called the younger brother of Jesus Christ. He argued that he should overthrow the Qing Dynasty and create the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom with its capital in Nanjing.

Huang Hua Gang Park(Huanghua Gang)
(黄花岗公园, huáng-huā-gǎng-gōng-yuán)

• Address: Xianlie Middle Street (先烈中路79号)
• Telephone: +86 20 3758-8321
• Operating mode: 6am to 8:30pm
• Free admission.

This park puts you in a sad mood. Its main attraction is the monument built in honor of the 72 martyrs who died during the 1911 uprising.


Guangzhou Martyrs Memorial Park
(广州起义烈士陵园, guǎng-zhōu-qǐ-yì-liè-shì-líng-yuán)

• Address: Zhongshan 2nd Road (中山二路)
• How to get there: Line 1 Martyrs’ Park station, exit D
• Operating mode: from 6:00 to 22:00
• The entrance is free.
• This park is dedicated to the memory of those who fought and died during the communist uprising in 1927.

Religious buildings and places of worship

Where are services held?

For Christians at the Westin Hotel (威斯汀酒店)

• Address: Lin On Jong Street 6 (天河区林和中路6号)
• Telephone: +86 20 28266868

Guangzhou International Christian Community (GICF) holds a weekly service on Sundays from 10:00 to 11:30 on English language for foreigners. In accordance with government regulations, the service is available exclusively to international passport holders, including citizens of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.

For Catholics in Shishi Church (石室教堂)

• Address: Yuexiu District, Yuide Zhong Street, No. 56 No. 8, Jiu Bu Qian
• (越秀区一德中路旧部前56号之8)

Mass in English is held at 15:30 on Sundays. Bible reading in English is available on Wednesdays from 19.30 to 21.00.

For Muslims at Huaisheng Mosque(see location below)

Jumu'ah (صلاة الجمعة) is held every Friday just after noon.

Catholic Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Shishi
(石室圣心大教堂 shí-shì-shèng-xīn-jiào-táng)

• Address: Yide Street 56 (一德路旧部前)
• How to get there: Exit B1 at Haizhu Square Station (Line 2)
• Operating mode: on weekdays from 8:30 to 11:30 and from 14:30 to 17:30; on weekends from 8:30 to 5 pm
• Free admission

It is one of the oldest church buildings in the city and the largest of its kind in southern China. Divine services are held in the cathedral.

(怀圣寺 huái-shèng-sì)

• Address: Guangta Street 56 (光塔路)
• How to get there: Exit C at Ximenkou Station (Subway Line 1)

One of the oldest Muslim mosques in China, built in 627. Only Muslims can visit the mosque, it is closed to the general public, so foreigners can only admire the external architecture of the structure.

Liurong Temple(六榕寺 liù-róng-sì

• Address: Liurong Street 87 (六榕路)
• How to get there: Exit I at Gongyuanqian Station (Line 1)
• Cost of visit: entrance to the temple costs 5 yuan; to the Flower Pagoda – 10 yuan.

The Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, which includes 17 floors, the Hua Ta Octagon or Flower Pagoda, is Guangzhou's most famous landmark.

The temple dates back to the 6th century, while the pagoda predates it by about 300 years.

Temple of Filial Piety(Guangxiao Temple)
(光孝寺 guāng-xiào-sì)

• Address: Guangxiao Street 109 (光孝路)
• How to get there: Exit C at Ximenkou Station (Line 1)
• Cost of visit: 10 yuan. If you dine at the vegetarian restaurant at the temple, entry is free. You are also allowed to bring your own food.

Guangxiao is a popular pilgrimage site for Buddhists. In the 7th century, the sixth head of the school of Zen Buddhism, Hui Neng, worked and taught here. The temple suffered from fires several times, so the current buildings date back to the mid-19th century.

(圆玄道观)

• Address: Located in Huadu District near Bi Village in the southwest of Xinhua Town.
• How to get there: by bus No. 9 from Huadu area
• Cost of visit: 10 yuan

Includes three Taoist buildings combined into a single complex: Sanqing Hall, Taihe Hall and Yuanchen Hall.

The Sanqing Hall is the most magnificent structure of the three, and the Yuanxuan Temple itself is decorated with carvings of divine beings. The central hall is lined with yellow glazed tiles and decorated with colorful images of Yuqing, Shangqing and Taiqing - three influential deities in Taoism.

Taoist Temple of the Five Spirits(Wu Xian Guan)
(五仙观 wǔ-xiān-guān)

• Address: City Center, Huifu West Road (惠福西路)
• How to get there: Exit C at Ximenkou Station (Line 1).
• Cost of visit: 5 yuan

It is a historical heritage, founded about 2000 years ago.

Sanyuan Temple(三元宫 sān-yuán-gōng)

• Address: Yingyuan Street
• How to get there: Exit C at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station (Line 2).

This is the largest and oldest Taoist temple in the city.

Hualin Temple(华林寺 huá-lín-sì)

• How to get there: Changshou Lu station on metro line 1
• Free admission.

Museums and galleries

Please note that most museums and libraries in Guangzhou are closed on Mondays.

Mausoleum of King Nanyue(Nanyue)

• Telephone: +86 20 3618-2920
• Address: Jiefang Street 867 (解放北路878号)
• How to get there: Exit E at Yuexiu Park Station (Line 2)
• Cost of visit: 12 yuan
• Operating mode: daily from 9 am to 5:30 pm

The mausoleum was discovered by chance in 1983 during the construction of a proposed shopping center. This discovery was one of the most impressive historical events in southern China, making a mausoleum mandatory place to visit on any tourist route.

The main exhibition is a royal funeral suit made from several thousand jade tiles

Guangzhou Museum(广州博物馆) and Zhenhai Tower

• Address: The museum is located in Yuexiu Park.
• Cost of visit: 10 yuan

One of the first Chinese museums, located in the ancient Zhenhai Tower, from which you can see the main areas of Guangzhou. The museum clearly depicts the history of southern China.

Guangdong Museum (广东省博物馆新馆)

• How to get there: along the 3rd and 5th metro lines, Zhujiiang New Town station, exit B1; on the APM line, Opera House station, exit C
• Operating mode: 9am to 5pm Tuesday to Sunday

The new museum is located in new tower Zhenhai. Not to be confused with the old Guangdong Museum near the metro station.

• Cost of visit: for getting free tickets A personal ID is required at the box office.

Guangdong Art Museum(广东美术馆, guǎng-dōng-měi-shù-guǎn)

• Address: on Ersha Island (二沙島), Yanyu Street 8 (烟雨路8号)
• Operating mode: from 9 am to 5 pm
• Features of the visit: sometimes they require a personal ID at the entrance

It features contemporary and sometimes ultra-controversial Chinese art.

Guangzhou Sculpture Park
(广州雕塑公园, guǎng-zhōu-diāo-sù-gōng-yuán)

• Address: Tongxin Street at the foot of Baiyun Mountain
• Free admission.

Generalissimo Sun Yat-sen Memorial Museum
(孙中 山大元帅府纪念馆)

• Telephone: +86 20 8901-2366
• Address: 18 Dongsha St, Fangzhi Street (纺织路东沙街18号)
• Operating mode: from 9 am to 16:30
• Free admission.

Guangzhou Uprising Museum (广州起义旧址纪念馆)

• Address: Qiyi Street 200 (起义路200号)
• How to get there: Take Lines 1 and 2 to Gongyuanqian Station, Exit J
• Operating mode: from 9 to 12 and from 13:30 to 16:30 from Tuesday to Friday; from 10am to 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday
• Free admission.

The museum is located on the site of the first communist government building.

Guangdong Revolution Museum (广东革命历史博物馆)

• Address: the museum is located on the territory of the Park in Memory of the Martyrs
• How to get there: on metro line 1 at Martyrs’ Park station, exit D
• Free admission.

The famous former politician and revolutionary Sun Yat-sen took the oath of office here in 1921 as President of the Republic of China. The museum tells the story of the country from the Opium War to the founding of new China.

Institute of Peasant Movement
(农民运动讲习所 nóng-jiǎng-suǒ)

• Address: 42 Zhongshan 4th Road (中山四路42号)
• How to get there: Take Line 1 to Peasant Movement Institute Station, Exit C.
• Free admission.

It was originally a communist training center founded by Mao Zedong in the 1920s. Now there is a museum highlighting the modern revolutionary history of the country.

Other places to visit

Dwellings of Chinese immigrants

They were erected at the beginning of the 20th century in Kaiping (开平). To get here, take a 2-hour bus from Fengcun (芳村汽车站) Bus Terminal (MRT Line 1, Kengkou Station, Exit B). Entrance – 60 yuan.

Zhuhai County (珠海)

Economic zone in the south, bordering with. You can get there by bus (tickets are sold at the main bus stations in the city). Alternative option: high high-speed train, which departs from the South Station (the final station of metro line 2). The train ride takes about 45 minutes and costs 44 yuan.

Foshan city (佛山)

Located just an hour's drive from Guangzhou. Famous for its Ancient Temple (祖庙), Foshan is also home to the legendary martial artist Wong Fei Hong. Take the Guangfo MRT Line (Xiliang Station), which goes directly to Foshan.

Hong Kong (香港)

It is 2-3 hours away from Guangzhou, depending on the mode of transport. For more information on how to get to Hong Kong, see here.

Shenzhen city (深圳)

Located on the border with Hong Kong. We recommend visiting parks such as Windows of the World, Chinese Folk Art Village and Amazing China.
Buses and trains operate regularly. The trip will take from 1 to 2 hours. Tickets cost about 60-80 yuan.

This article is a detailed guide to Guangzhou and part of a larger guide to China. In this article we will look at the most important points when planning your own holiday in Guangzhou. Let's talk about how to get to the city from the airport, where to stay, how to use the metro and taxi, what to see in Guangzhou China. I didn’t have a chance to visit all the places in the review personally, however, the article will answer most of your questions when planning independent route according to Guangzhou. On my own behalf, I’ll just say that all the interesting places in the city can be seen in 1-2 days.

• Markets in Guangzhou

• Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

I decided to create for you a separate map of Guangzhou with attractions. In the description of each mark on the map you can find GPS coordinates and this will help you not get lost in the huge Guangzhou. The map will be especially useful when looking for markets. Most often, these places are not as obvious and popular as well-promoted attractions and finding them without a map is problematic.

Map of Guangzhou with attractions

Guangzhou attractions (city center)

Opera (Guangzhou Opera House)

To be honest, I liked the design of the opera building much more than unusual building Guangzhou History Museum or TV Tower. Best time to watch and photograph the opera in the evening when the lights turn on. If you don’t want to go directly to the performance, you can visit the opera inside on the weekend.

Opening hours and cost: from 9.00 to 16.30, entrance to the opera hall is 30 yuan.

Guangdong museum

Judging by the reviews, not everyone likes the museum. Due to its unusual shape and convenient location, it attracts many tourists. The museum is located near the opera and while walking around the center of Guangzhou, one way or another you will catch your eye.

Opening hours and cost: 09.00 - 17.00 (entry allowed until 16.00, closed on Mondays), free.

How to get there: Subway Zhujiang New town (Line 3/5), exit B1 / Guangzhou Opera House (Line Zhujiang APM).

Guangzhou Tower (Canton Tower)

Guangzhou TV Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the world. There are several ways to spend time inside the tower. You can climb to one of the observation decks, ride in a special cabin around the tower, try a free fall, or just have a snack in a restaurant with a panoramic view of Guangzhou.

Opening hours: 9.30 - 22.30 (ticket offices open until 22.00).

Price. 150 yuan - visit to the closed observation deck, 228 yuan - indoor and outdoor sites + "free fall", 398 - all sites + "free fall".

How to get there: Canton Tower Metro (Line 3).

Finding the Russian consulate in Guangzhou is quite easy; it is located right in the city center, not far from the opera building. Having reached the desired metro station, head to exit B2, then walk a couple of blocks towards the embankment. When you reach the embankment, turn right and walk another 2-3 blocks until you reach the building in the screenshot below. The Russian Consulate in Guangzhou is located on the 26th floor. Entrance to the building itself is only with a passport; to go up to the 26th floor, use elevators 1-4.

The opening hours of the Russian Consulate in Guangzhou are shown in the screenshot below.

How to get there: Subway Zhujiang New town, exit B2 (Line 3).

Attractions of Guangzhou (west)

Shamian Island

Shamian Island is pretty interesting place, especially if you are traveling as a couple. The island itself is small and you can walk around it leisurely in an hour. Here you will find colonial buildings and pleasant views of the river. After exiting the metro, you need to walk along the highway, cross the road at the passage and cross a small bridge, you will find yourself at your goal. Entrance to the island is free.

How to get there: Huangsha Metro, exit E/F (Line 1/6).

Sacred Heart Cathedral

If you are interested in cathedral architecture, Guangzhou's Sacred Heart Cathedral should be right up your alley. Don't expect anything supernatural, it's just a cathedral. Only the fact that it is located in China distinguishes it from many similar places. This is probably the only cathedral in the world that has a basketball court on the premises. This is China, everything here is not like everyone else))

Opening hours and cost: 8.00 - 17.30, admission is free.

How to get there: Huizhu Square Metro, Exit B2 (Line 6).

Temple of the Six Banyan trees

The temple left a pleasant impression. It makes sense to visit here if you have enough time to explore Guangzhou.

Opening hours and cost: 9.00 - 17.30, 5 yuan.

Beijing Pedestrian Street (Beijing Road)

The most boring place in the city. In fact, it’s just 300 meters of asphalt fenced off from cars. What to do there remains a mystery to me.

How to get there: Gongyuanqian Metro, exit I2 (Line 1-2).

Baiyun Amusement Park and Recreation Park

Zoo and Ocean park

I was not able to visit inside, however, judging by the reviews, the place is interesting. Ocean Park is located directly on the territory of the zoo. The ticket office closes at 16.00.

Visiting hours and entrance price: 8.00 - 18.00. Zoo - 50 yuan, Ocean park - 120/140 yuan.

How to find: Metro Zoo, exit B/C (Line 5).

Chimelong Water Park

There was no time to get to the Shimelong amusement park, and judging by the reviews, the place is quite interesting. On a map of Guangzhou with attractions you can see where the park is located.

Visiting hours and entrance price: weekdays from 9.30 to 18.00, weekends from 9.30 to 19.00; 250 yuan.

How to find: Hanxi Changlong Subway (Line 3).

Baiyun Mountain Recreation Park

In my opinion, Baiyun Park is definitely worth a visit. It is quite large and be prepared that visiting Baiyun, including the road to the park, will take you the whole day. You can start the route from two different points, from Meihuayuan and Baiyun Park metro stations. I walked from the Meihuayuan metro station, from there it will take you about 30 minutes at a brisk pace to reach the entrance to the path to the park. The entrance is not entirely obvious; below in the screenshot you can see what the path to the ticket office looks like. If you don't want to walk, you can take the cable car for 25 yuan. On the map of attractions you can see where it is located. The best solution would be to start your walk from one end and exit through the opposite one.

Time to visit and entrance price: 06.00 - 17.00, 5 yuan (some parts of the park are also paid, but the prices are symbolic).

How to find: Meihuayuan Subway Exit B (Line 3) or Baiyun Park Subway (Line 2).

Markets in Guangzhou

To find the ball market in Guangzhou, the first thing you need to do is go to the Guangzhou Railway Station metro station and exit through Exit E. Turn right and walk about 200 meters to a shop selling watches (in the screenshot below). Then turn left and walk another 200 meters to the shopping center, it will be on your left. On the right there will be a fountain with a “ball”. You are there, you can start shopping at the ball market in Guangzhou.

Visiting hours: 9.00 - 18.00

How to find: Guangzhou Railway Station Subway Exit E (Line 3).

Shop selling watches. From it 200 meters to the left

Shopping mall. Opposite from it is the ball market

Without gps maps finding an electronics market in Guangzhou will not be easy. Therefore, in the article above, I recommend carefully studying the map of attractions.

Visiting hours: 10.00 - 18.00.

How to find: Donghu Subway Exit B2 (Line 6).

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

Today, Guangzhou Baiyun Airport is the main airport in the city. Below we will analyze the information that will be useful to us after landing at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.

In order to independently view the status of your flight, as well as departure and arrival flights at Baiyun Airport, you can use online scoreboard posted below:

Guangzhou Airport online scoreboard

Layout of terminals at Guangzhou Airport

Below you can see a diagram of the location of terminals at Guangzhou Airport. The airport is convenient, modern, all directions are in English, and in case of problems, the staff will explain how to get to the place you need.

Luggage storage at the airport

Luggage storage at Baiyun Airport is very easy to find. After collecting your luggage, go to the lobby. Turn left and follow the signs for about 100 meters, on your left you will see the corresponding green sign.

Depending on the size of the luggage, the cost of storing luggage for a day will be from 20 to 55 yuan. Prices are detailed in the screenshot below. Opening hours from 6.00 to 22.00.

How to get from Guangzhou Airport to the city center

There are several ways to get from Guangzhou Airport to the city center:

• metro
• express bus
• Taxi

Guangzhou Metro from the airport

The most economical way. The Orange Line of the metro (Line 3) runs from Baiyun Airport through the city center (the name of the metro station is Airport South Station). The price of the metro from the airport will depend on terminal station arrival, the average price is 10-15 yuan. You can find out more about the Guangzhou metro, as well as the metro operating hours.

Express bus

Buses from the airport to the city center follow different routes. As a rule, they go to largest hotels, as well as to the railway station. Depending on the final point of arrival, the travel time will be from 45 minutes to an hour and a half. Cost no more than 30 yuan.

Taxi

We will talk in more detail about the cost of a taxi in Guangzhou. On average, the price of a taxi from Baiyun Airport is 120 yuan if you go by meter.

The metro in Guangzhou is very convenient and modern; it can take you to almost all the city’s attractions. The fare, depending on the distance, ranges from three to ten yuan. Subway operating hours in Guangzhou are from 6.00 to 23.30. If you plan to stay in the city for several days, it makes sense to buy a special travel card (Transportation Card). It is advisable to immediately top up the card with the required amount.

Taxi Guangzhou

In the section about Guangzhou Baiyun Airport it was already mentioned that the cost of a taxi from the airport to the city center will be around 120 yuan. Let's take a closer look at how much Guangzhou taxi services will cost if you are located within the city.

Taxi Guangzhou. Price

When boarding a taxi, the initial cost on the meter will be 10 yuan. Within 2.5 km, the cost will not increase, then the tariff in Guangzhou taxi will be 2.6 yuan/kilometer. If you have a long trip ahead, over 35 km, the calculation will be 3.5 yuan/kilometer. During the day and night, Guangzhou taxis charge the same fare.

Sometimes taxi drivers will offer to go outside the meter and offer a fixed price. Of course, the final price when traveling in a Guangzhou taxi, in this case, will be higher than the price on the meter. If you find yourself in a similar situation, we calmly explain that we want to go according to the meter or wait for the next taxi. There are no problems with taxis in Guangzhou.

Guangzhou Hotels

As in any city in China, hotels in Guangzhou provide a huge range of services. There are both budget hostels and luxury 5-star hotels. I decided to include a review of hotels in a separate article. Acquainted with detailed review all types of hotels in Guangzhou can be found at this link - Hotels in Guangzhou

The weather in Guangzhou varies greatly throughout the year. Summer is long, lasting about eight months, from March to October. During the winter months it becomes much cooler, with temperatures dropping to an average of 15 degrees Celsius. More details schedule average annual temperature can be seen in the screenshot.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the weather in Guangzhou in March. In March, the weather in Guangzhou is characterized by very high levels of humidity. After March, its level decreases slightly, however, during all the hot months the humidity is difficult to tolerate.

Guangzhou Hong Kong distance and how to get there

Getting from Guangzhou to Hong Kong is easy. First you need to get to Guangzhou East Railway Station. This is where they come from direct trains to Shenzhen, directly to the border with Hong Kong. A high-speed train ticket costs 100 yuan and the journey takes just over an hour. When exiting the train at the final station (station name Luo Hu), follow the signs "To Hong Kong" and within 15-20 minutes you will be at the border crossing. First go through Chinese customs, then Hong Kong customs and you are in Hong Kong. Don't be embarrassed by the fact that at times you will feel like you're walking on shopping centers, and not along the border territory. You'll soon get used to the fact that everything in Hong Kong looks like one big shopping mall.

Sights of Guangzhou, what to see in Guangzhou and what to do in Guangzhou — consider a city in China, parks, temples, museums and mountains. For convenience, the attractions of Guangzhou are divided into categories. We also recommend reading an overview of the city

Sights of Guangzhou

First, I’ll say a few words on how to get to Guangzhou. You can buy a tour, but I recommend making an independent trip to Guangzhou. The very first step is to buy cheap tickets to Guangzhou. What to do next is very simple.

Sights of Guangzhou. Cuisine and restaurants of Guangzhou

The first thing you can see in Guangzhou, or rather what you can try in Guangzhou, is the food. Guangzhou China is a paradise for foodies, the city of Guangzhou is famous for its cuisine. You can find restaurants and cafes at every step, with varied cuisine, tasty and very filling. Pay special attention to street food.

On Shamyandajie Street you can check out a beautiful restaurant famous for its huge tree peeking out from under the roof. The prices here are quite low, and there is such a variety of dishes that it makes your eyes wide open. To appreciate the local flavor, you don’t have to go to restaurants at all, but go to the restaurants and cafes located on the banks of the Pearl River. In these restaurants, dishes are washed with green tea right before your eyes.

Sights of Guangzhou. Parks of Guangzhou

The second thing to see in Guangzhou is parks and outdoor entertainment. Yuexiu Park, the largest urban park in China, is located in a lush green area that includes several lakes. Yuexiu Park houses the Zhenhai Towers (镇海楼), a stone statue of five goats (五羊石像) - a symbol of Guangzhou, which, according to legend, brings good luck.

• Address Yuexiu Park: Jiefang Bei Road
• Subway Station: Yuexiu Park Exit B1
• Opening hours: 08:00 – 18:00
• Yuexiu Park is located at the metro station of the same name - Yuexiu Park Station.

She looks like this:

We have already written about this park in the article. . You can simply wander around the park and stumble upon some very interesting sculptures.

The Temple of the Five Celestials was built in the 1300s. This temple is famous for its large bell from the Ming Dynasty. According to legend, the five heavenly goats brought rice and knowledge about rice cultivation to the local people. The goats turned into stone sculptures, hence the name of Guangzhou as “Yangcheng” (city of goats) and “Suichenge” (city of rice ears). The Temple of the Five Celestials is located in Yuexiu Park, and there is also a famous statue Five Goats.

All this Yuexiu Park in Guangzhou Perhaps, wandering around it, you will discover a lot of new things.

Other parks and attractions of Guangzhou:

• Lingnan Impression(岭南印象园) (metro line 4, Higher Education Mega Center South, exit B) is a place that reflects the city's past, before the economic boom. The park embodies the culture of the Lingnan region (a region that belongs to modern Chinese province Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Hong Kong and Macau). Here you can see houses and temples in traditional Cantonese style. Entrance ¥60.
• Orchid Garden. The Orchid Garden is an oasis in the middle of a bustling city. The garden has three greenhouses and, as its name suggests, contains over 200 species of orchids. The landscaped gardens include ponds, sculptures, pagodas, a very impressive classical Chinese tea house, as well as various pavilions. The orchid garden also features creepers, vegetables, rare flowers, lush shrubs and bamboos.

• Baomo Garden Baomo Park (宝墨园). Built At the end of the Qing Dynasty, Baomo Park is a fine example of Lingnan architecture. The entire garden is intelligently and precisely divided into hills, mountains, gardens and buildings. Eat observation tower, a huge gallery and a statue of Confucius. There are a few good restaurants and a picnic area. Opening hours 8:30-18:00; admission ¥45.

• Huanghua Gang Commemoration Park(黄花岗公园), 79 Xianlie Middle Road. Open from 6.00-20.30. This is a park whose main attraction is a monument built in honor of the 72 martyrs who died during the 1911 uprising. Free admission.
• Guangzhou Martyrs' Memorial Garden Guangzhou Martyrs Garden (广州起义烈士陵园) (metro 1 Martyrs’ Park Station, exit D). A good place To spend a couple of hours, the park has a lot of greenery, paths and flowers. It was originally created to commemorate the more than 5,000 people killed during the communist uprising that took place in Guangzhou in 1927. The memorial park also contains a pavilion dedicated to Sino-Soviet friendship and Sino-Korean friendship. Opening hours 6:00 to 10:00 hours; Free admission.

Sights of Guangzhou. Museums in Guangzhou

The third thing you can see in Guangzhou is all kinds of monuments, sculptures and museums. Here in the area Yuexiu(Yuexiu District, Guangzhou), located Guangzhou Museum, Zhenhai Towers. This is one of the first museums in China and is located in the ancient Zhenhai Tower. The museum clearly presents the history of Southern China. Admission: ¥10.

Other museums and attractions of Guangzhou:

• Guangzhou Art Museum. The Guangzhou Modernist Art Museum opened in 2000 and has an extensive collection of works, ranging from classical Chinese artists to more contemporary works. There is a room dedicated to 20th-century political cartoonist Liao Bingxiong, whose works have a surreal edge. The museum consists of 12 indoor exhibition halls with an area of ​​8,000 square meters. m., and also open area 5000 sq. m. and a sculpture garden. Every year the museum hosts about 60 exhibitions. Address: No.13 Luhu Road, Baiyun District
• Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall. 18 Dongsha St, Fangzhi Road. The Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall was built in 1931 on the original site of Sun Yat Sen's presidential office in Yuexiu Park. This is one of the main attractions of Guangzhou. Sun Yat Sen was the founder of the Chinese Nationalist Party and was from Cuiheng Village in Guangdong Province. He influenced the collapse of the Qing Dynasty, the formation of the Republic of China in 1911, and was also the first President of the Republic. Open from 9.00 to 16.30. Tue-Sun. Free admission.

• Chen Clan Academy Chen Family Temple (陈家祠 chén-jiā-cí) Zhongshan 7th Road ( Metro 1 Chan Clan Academy Exit D). Walking through the Chen Family Temple is almost like walking through a living museum. It was built by members of the Chen family from Guangdong Province in the late 19th century during the Qing Dynasty. There are a total of 19 buildings, most of which now house exhibitions of porcelain, paintings, ivory and jade carvings. The design is a fine example of Southern Chinese architecture. Entrance ¥10.
• Mausoleum of the Nanyue King(西汉南越王博物馆). 867 Jiefang North Road ( Metro 2 Yuexiu Park Exit E). One of the main attractions in Guangzhou is the Royal Mausoleum. It stands on the site of the tomb of Emperor Wen Jiabao, the second ruler of the Southern Yue Kingdom, which dates back to 100 BC. e. Inside the museum there are actually wooden tombs. The museum is located near Yuexiu Park, the largest and most beautiful park in Guangzhou. Opening hours: 9.00 - 17:30 daily. Entrance ¥12.

Sights of Guangzhou.Zoo in Guangzhou

The fourth thing you can see in Guangzhou is different theme parks with animals. Guangzhou Zoo is also nearby (Guangzhou Zoological Garden, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou). It occupies 430,000 sq. m. and is the largest zoo in southern China. It has more than 2,000 animals, including pandas and golden-haired monkeys.

You can see the animals right at arm's length.

If you want to see pandas and all kinds of other animals, visit the Xiajiang Wild Animal Zoo, in Panyu District, Guangzhou. It can be reached in 35 minutes from Guangzhou city center by metro or taxi. 460 species of animals live there, there are white tigers, white lions, white kangaroos, red cranes, flamingos, pygmy hippopotamuses, and polar bears.

Sights of Guangzhou. Cantonese Opera

The fifth thing you can see in Guangzhou is the Cantonese Opera. The famous Yue Ju is a famous landmark of Guangzhou, made in Cantonese based on ancient history. Cantonese opera is popular in Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macau and other Southeast Asian countries. You can enjoy the show without knowing Cantonese, as the music, costumes and body language speak for themselves. The actors demonstrate unique acrobatic skills.

Tickets to Guangzhou popular destinations:

Sights of Guangzhou. Temples of Guangzhou

• Bright Branch Piety Temple (Guangxiao Temple) 109 Guangxiao Road (光孝路) ( Metro 1 Ximenkou Exit C). Guangxiao Temple is a majestic and ancient temple and a popular pilgrimage site for Zen Buddhists. The temple was built as a mansion for the prince of the Nanyu Kingdom during the Western Han Dynasty. It was later burned down several times, and the current buildings only date back to the mid-19th century. Hui Neng, one of the six founders of Chinese Buddhism, studied here in the 7th century. Entrance ¥10; (admission is free when visiting a vegetarian restaurant).
• Liurong Temple Temple of the Six Banyan Trees (六榕寺 liù-róng-sì) 87 Liurong Road ( Metro 1 Gongyuanqian Exit I). Fans of Buddhist temples and pagodas will really like this temple; it is located in the very center of the city, south of Yuexiu Park. The temple was built in 537 during the Liang Dynasty. Many people are amazed that he survived all these years and especially the anarchy of the Cultural Revolution. At the base of the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees is a flower pagoda that was built in 1097. It is 57 meters high (approximately 17 floors), making it the tallest pagoda in Guangzhou. Entrance ¥5; flower pagoda ¥10.

• Huaisheng Mosque Huaishengsi Guangta Mosque huái-shèng-sì) 56 Guangta Road ( Metro 1 Ximenkou Exit C). Huaishengsi Guangta, translated as "Remember the Prophet Mosque" and is the oldest mosque in China. It was built in classical Chinese architectural style, rebuilt on the site of a former mosque that is said to have been established 1,300 years ago during the Tang Dynasty. The current structure is from the Qing Dynasty.
• Shishi Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (石室圣心大教堂 shí-shì-shèng-xīn-jiào-táng) 56 Yide Road ( Metro 2 Haizhu Square Exit B1). The largest Catholic church in China, the Sacred Heart Church is also known as the "house of stone" in Chinese because it is built entirely from granite brought from Kowloon in Hong Kong. Construction of the church began in 1863 and was completed in 1888 during the reign of Emperor Guangxu. The church is in neo-Gothic style with two spiers and four bells made in France. Visiting hours - on weekdays 8:30-11:30 and 14:30-17:30; weekends 8:30-17:00. Free admission.

Sights of Guangzhou. Kaiping Diaolou & Villages

The sixth thing you can see in Guangzhou is Kaiping, it is located 140 kilometers from Guangzhou. The site is notable for the European-style watchtowers known as Diaolou, which are named after the property World Heritage UNESCO.

The Chinese peasants who made their fortune in California brought their wealth home and built these ornate houses to show their prosperity and also to protect their fellow tribesmen from raids by bandits and Japanese troops. Chinese immigrants built these buildings with strong walls, iron gates and ports for defense and surveillance.

Opening Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 Daily
Price range: Ruishi Lou: Y20; Li Garden: Y60; visiting all villages: Y50

Sights of Guangzhou. Lotus Mountain

The seventh thing you can see in Guangzhou is Lotus Mountain. Lotus Mountain (Lianhua Shan) is located in the Baiyun District of Guangzhou City at the mouth of the Pearl River, about 45 km southeast of Guangzhou. Here you will see pagodas and temples from the Ming Dynasty. The mountains also served as protection against the British in the Opium Wars. Their second name is the Great Wall of China of Guangzhou.

How to get there: from Guangzhou, take metro line 4 and bus number 92 or 93 to Shiqi station. There are ferry connections from Guangzhou Tianzi Pier, Tianzi (¥20) and Xidi Pier, Xidi (¥25). The boat departs at 8:15 am and returns at 15:15. Entrance ¥50.

Sights of Guangzhou. Qing Ping Herbal Medicine Market

The eighth thing you can see in Guangzhou is the Qing Ping Market. This is a large market located near Shamian Island in the south-central part of Guangzhou. Everything is sold here, but the endless rows of seafood, turtles, fish, and snakes are especially impressive. Local residents buy all this to cook at home. Qing Ping Market is also a landmark in Guangzhou.

Sights of Guangzhou. Shamian Island

The ninth thing to see in Guangzhou is Shamian. This is a small island located in the middle of the Pearl River, which is visited by many tourists to spend a quiet and relaxing day. This Guangzhou landmark is designed in a 19th century colonial style with old European style buildings and boulevards. Some trees reach an age of more than 180 years. There are many good coffee shops, cafes and restaurants here. Shamian also has a Catholic and Protestant church.

Sights of Guangzhou. The Peasant Movement Institute

The tenth thing you can see in Guangzhou is called in English The Peasant Movement Institute. This is a former Confucian Temple that was converted into Mao Zedong's Communist Institute in 1920. Mao Zedong himself worked as the director of the institute. Inside there is a recreation of Mao's private quarters, including his simple bed. This is another interesting attraction in Guangzhou.

Address: 42 Zhongshan Road, Guangzhou
Opening hours: 9:00-16:30; Monday is a day off.

Sights of Guangzhou. White Cloud Mountain

You can also see White Cloud Mountain in Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain (White Cloud Mountain) (白云山 bái-yún-shān). White Cloud Mountain (Baiyun Shan) is located north of Guangzhou. Its area is about 28 km2, where there are 30 peaks. The highest peak of this Guangzhou landmark, Moxing Ridge is located in the center of White Cloud Mountain. You can climb to the top of the mountain by cable car. Here you can have a picnic, play badminton or go bungee jumping.

How to get there: there are many bus routes from different parts of the city, as well as taxis near the park gates. Open 24 hours. Entrance to the park ¥5; round trip cable car ¥40; tram from ¥20; other attractions ¥5-¥10.

Sights of Guangzhou.R entertainment and attractions

Total in Guangzhou has so many attractions that you can’t get around them in a day - more than 123 historical monuments and more than 40 places to visit. Famous city Guangzhou China with its festivals, exhibitions, the unique culture of Lingnan, the flower festival, the Chinese rowing competition, and the national cuisine festival.

The famous Kingping market is interesting and very colorful place China Guangzhou, where you can buy animals, from live scorpions to turtles. Nowadays Guangzhou- a modern metropolis with expensive neighborhoods and high-rise buildings, combined with old quarters on Shamian Island, where you can walk along beautiful and narrow streets to the Kingping Market, walk all the way to tall building city ​​- the famous temple of Lyuronsa.

In this article we looked at the sights of Guangzhou and answered the question of what to see in Guangzhou, what to do in Guangzhou. Thank you for reading the article to the end. 🙂

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