Location: Guangzhou
Top Things to do in Guangzhou
Top Restaurants in Guangzhou
What to do and see in Guangzhou, Guangdong: The Best Free Things to do
China’s third-largest city is the capital of Guangdong Province and a thriving commercial center. Its location on the Pearl River and proximity to Hong Kong has made Guangzhou a strategic port for centuries. Glimpse old temples and gleaming steel towers on an architectural tour. Visit one of four Chimelong theme parks for thrills and chills. Once called Canton, Guangzhou is considered the home of traditional (read Cantonese) “Chinese food.” Foodies will find more restaurants per capita here than anywhere else in China.
Restaurants in Guangzhou
1. Huaisheng Mosque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia
Beautiful Chinese-architecture mosque. It is believed to be the oldest mosque site in China, dating back over 1,300 years. Nice and well-maintained buildings and gardens. Over the years, the buildings have been rebuilt, time and again.
2. Shamian Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,950 reviews
This lovely, tree-lined neighborhood bordering the Pearl River was once home to foreign merchants, and today is a laid-back area ideal for strolling or stopping for a meal or cup of tea.
Reviewed By TheUhlmen - Yakima, United States
We stopped by after hearing about this area of town from plenty of other folks. We took a cab over from our hotel- roughly 15 minutes - and walked around for about 2 hours. Even at 9 am in the summer, it’s hot! We went through plenty of water and even found a 7-11 where we got a slurpee! I hadn’t had one is about 20 years, but that cools to the core! The white swan hotel, the fingerprinting guy at Helen’s place and the fabled friendship garden statues were all on the agenda and made for a good morning. We got plenty of souvenirs at Michael’s place and worked up an appetite sweating the rest of the morning! Takeaways - the maps here are not helpful and things can be hard to find. If you can map things out s bit beforehand, it’s worth it...or just get on WiFi. A great half day excursion that can go, basically as long as you want it to! Worth checking out for sure!
3. Er'sha Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By ChrisRHilton - Surabaya, Indonesia
Just next to the main city, but a very relaxing area, many large colonial style Vilas, large green park areas, very popular for sports, families and weekend fun. A great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
4. Muslim Hero Tomb
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By afzal_j - Mumbai, India
Here lies the resting place of hazrat Saad Bin Abi Waqas (R.A.) uncle of Prophet Mohammad (S.A.W.) who was the first one to come to China to spread the message of Islam. The place is filled with peace and tranquility and you will find all walks of life coming here. Earlier there was a halal food street esp before Friday namaz but its shut down for some reasons. Have to be here if you happen to be in Guangzhou ,personally its my favorite place.
5. Zhujiang New Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By deanosaur89 - Edmonton, Canada
Zhujiang New Town is central to most of the major sights in Guangzhou like the Canton Tower, Guangzhou Opera House, Guangdong Museum, IFC building and the East Tower. There are many restaurants nearby which will offer fantastic views of the area. The area is also very well served by the metro and shopping malls. A visit to Guangzhou would be incomplete if you missed this area. The area plays host to many festivals and celebrations like the GZ International Light Festival, Chinese National Week and Chinese New Year. The area is ever changing. We find ourselves here at least once a month for dinner with friends or a weekend trip into the city.
6. Zhujiang Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By grahamirl - Guangzhou, China
I really like this park because it has small lakes and also lots of greenery. There are various places to sit throughout the park and also a dedicated walking path in one section. There is some really nice small buildings and its really close to the city centre. A lovely place to take a walk or have a picnic
7. Sun Yat-sen University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia
This is a very beautiful campus, with many stately buildings. Students are very polite, friendly, and hungry for knowledge.
8. Guangzhou Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By NorthStar53978159598
I saw this attraction above the small program Canton Laowai in WeChat, the library is very large, altogether has seven floors, the children's area is less crowded during Monday to Friday, suitable for Monday to Friday free
9. Taikoo Hui
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 256 reviews
With a total floor area of approximate 138,000 sqm meters, the mall at Taikoo Hui Guangzhou is home to over 180 brands, including internationally acclaimed brands, sophisticated lifestyle boutiques and exquisite cuisines and restaurants, more than 70 of which are making their debut in Guangzhou. Several acclaimed brands set up their flagship stores at Taikoo Hui Guangzhou. On the lifestyle front Ole', a high-end supermarket, is making its first appearance in Guangzhou as the city's premium outlet for all culinary and lifestyle needs. Taikoo Hui Guangzhou is dedicated to present differentiated shopping experience to its customers.
Reviewed By sp81701
Certainly better and more upmarket than Teemall. Good range of high and mid end boutique stores within the mall. It also has a large foodcourt and variety of good restaurants. Recommended.
10. Huacheng Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By BibianaS124
Modern buildings around, including Guangzhou's Second Children's Palace, Guangzhou Opera House, TV Tower, Library and Guangdong Museum, with beautiful flowers and trees and always accompanied by the Pearl River. As an extraordinary tour guide, i had Zhong Liang, whose western name is CAROLINA. If you have the opportunity to visit this city ... contact Liang Liang (as we call her with affection) ... is an amazing guide ... speaks a perfect Spanish, and she has an incredible knowledge about local history... is flexible, kind and loving. She brings you nice advices, she accompanies you and assists you all time. Also, she knows the best places to shopping with good prices and the best places to eat in this beautiful region of Canton! Yes, Liang is the best ... you will love her!
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