While you are on your trip to Guangzhou China, you surely have a few things to do in Guangzhou on your list. Historical sites in Guangzhou explaining the rich history of old Canton. Street food, Dim Sum and tasty and exotic treats for your stomach. Beautiful holiday pictures in exotic places. No worries, there are many areas in Guangzhou that tick these boxes. Have a look at the areas below for your Guangzhou holiday.
Find things to do in Guangzhou
Creative Zones
In Guangzhou you can find several areas named “Creative zones”. These modern urban areas are made for a mixture of office and recreational usage, meaning that you will find e-commerce companies having their offices there, but also creative zones are home to coffee shops, small fashion boutiques, galleries and restaurants. You can find modern fusion kitchen, and many young people taking pictures in these well designed neighbourhoods, built in old factories or industrial parks.
Starlight Walk (珠影星光城)
Movie themed plaza with lots of food, bars and coffee. Great place in the evening for a chill night out in Guangzhou.
T.I.T. Creative Zone (T.I.T创意园)
Walkable and calm place for a relaxing day in Haizhu district. If you are staying nearby, check out this are for a stroll and a coffee.
B.I.G Haizhuwan Art Park (B.I.G海珠湾艺术园区)
B.I.G. Haizhuwan is a small creative park next to the harbour. At daytime a place where agencies work, at night a place where people meet.
Xifang Courtyard Plaza (西坊大院广场)
Xifang Courtyard Plaza in Panyu district of Guangzhou is a back alley plaza with many cafe and food stalls. Perfect for photography.
Old Town & Villages
As an old city, Guangzhou has many ancient villages just outside if the old Canton Town, some of them in the area of the now huge city of Guangzhou, some a bit more outside. Apart from ancient villages, historical alleys of old Canton Town and architecture highlights from thousands of years of Guangzhou history can be found all over the city, especially in Yuexiu and Liwan district.
Liwan Pantang (泮塘五约)
Pantang village is the place where modern Chinese culture meets Cantonese heritage. A walkable part of Liwan with many small businesses.
Langtou Ancient Village (塱头古村)
Langtou Village, a relaxing ancient village in Guangzhou combines traditional buildings, nature and ponds with modern architectural elements.
Old South-Sea County Community (旧南海县社区)
Small and cozy community in between many historical sites. This well preserved area is home to laid-back lifestyle and historic architecture.
Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street (上下九商业步行街)
Shangxiajiu peddestrian street connects Liwan Plaza with the beginning of Yongqingfang. The ideal place for culture and Shopping in Guangzhou
Hualinsi Historical Neighbourhood (华林寺历史文化街区)
Huanlinsi Neighbourhood contains Huanlin Jade Street as well as Huanlinsi Temple. This historical site in Liwan district is worth a visit.
Xiaozhou Ancient Village (小洲村古村落)
Xiaozhou Ancient Village in Guangzhou is an old, yet well preserved village from the yuan dynasty. A beautiful historical site in Guangzhou.
Shamian Island (沙面島)
This attractive neighbourhood is a well maintained colonial heritage of Guangzhou. Stroll trough wide alleys and enjoy the architecture.
Xianfeng Community (先锋社区)
This old town part of Panyu is one of several old village communities near Shiqiao station in Guangzhou. An Area worth visiting
Streetfood, Coffee & Bar Areas
If you are travelling in Asia, you want that bright night markets in the evening experience. Guangzhou has many streets, neighbourhoods and buildings that are full of places to go-out. BBQ places, restaurants and sweet drink vendors all over. Normal neighborhoods turning into Bar areas with lots of young and old having fun in Guangzhou.
Tiande Center (天德广场)
Tiande center is a great place for a more luxurious visit to Guangzhou. Great shopping options nearby and fine food near the riverside.
The Canton Place (广粤天地)
The Canton Place is hard to categorise. A great place for a coffee, sit down and relax, but also a residential area in with shops Tianhe.
Commune Restaurant & Bar (幻师)
Commune is a great night out place in Tianhe offering western cuisine and a beautiful view for sitting outside enjoying a cold beer.
Haizhu Square (海珠广场)
Haizhu square is a huge plaza that is in the center of many major attractions in Guangzhou. You can walks anywhere in old Canton from there!
Party Pier (琶醍码头广场)
Party Pier is the night out place for Guangzhou, clubs, bars and even restaurants. Ideal if you want to explore nightlife in Guangzhou.
Dongshankou (东山口)
Dongshankou is the art area of Guangzhou. Many galleries, old buildings and cafes located in one area. A must visit area in Guangzhou.
Yantao Plaza (扬韬科技广场)
Yantao Plaza in Yuexiu District, is filled with a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars, making it an great for going out in Guangzhou.
Nansha Bay (南沙湾)
Nansha Bay is an historical site in Guangzhou that dates back from the Opium Wars. Today it is one of the most prestigious marinas in the area
Want to spend one day exploring? Try these Areas!
Every City has its famous corners, areas that include many stores, streets, restaurants, historical sites and nature in one. Places to go in Guangzhou where you could spent your whole trip, and still would have seen more than you could have imagined. Sometimes you do not need to spend your holiday rushing through the major attractions. Sometimes spending 3 days in a lovely neighborhood, trying great food, things to do in Guangzhou and meeting new people in Guangzhou is a great way to spend vacation.