Location: Guangzhou
Top Things to do in Guangzhou
Top Restaurants in Guangzhou
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What to do and see in Guangzhou, Guangdong: The Best Islands
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. 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!
2. 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.
3. Honam Island
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
Honam Island is directly south of central Guangzhou, across the Pearl River.
4. Guangzhou International BIO-Island
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
5. Changzhou Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
