Explore all Guangzhou Districts
For your convenience all of our articles are assigned to the district they are located. Go through the list of Guangzhou districts and find the best place nearby your Hotel or Itinerary.
Haizhu District
Haizhu district is a large central district located on the Haizhu Island, a large Island on the Pearl River in central Guangzhou. Haizhu district is home to many major attractions in Guangzhou, including the famous Canton Tower, the canton fair and Sun-Yat-Sen University.
Elements Mall (六元素·体验天地)
A modern shopping mall near the Canton Fair with great dining, shopping, and entertainment options for visitors.
Guanghai Swimming Pool (广海游泳场)
Guanghai Swimming pool is a 50 meter long pool suitable for sports swimming. Located just in between Changgang and Jiangnanxi station.
Livin’ Room – Open Working Space (来我家做客)
Come to my home and learn. This small learning or co-working space in Haizhu district of Guangzhou feels like home.
Taikoo Wharf (太古仓)
Taikoo Wharf has been build as a wharf by English traders and now serves as a small yacht harbour with various bars and clubs.
Baogang Stadium (宝岗体育场)
Baogang stadium in Haizhu district of Guangzhou has a running track, which is open to public in the morning, and 50 meter swimming pool.
Rock Square (乐峰广场)
Rock square is a beautiful mall in Haizhu, and if you are staying in wester Haizhu, this mall your place for shopping or dinner in Guangzhou.
Yuexiu District
Yuexiu district is the cultural center of Guangzhou and includes the old-town of Guangzhou with its many archeological sights like the Nayue Kingdom Palace around the Beijing Road Cultural Zone. As Yuexiu has been the city center for decades, it offers rich history.
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees (六榕寺)
The Temple of six Banyan Trees or Liurong Temple is a Buddhist temple build in 537 AD and is located in Yuexiu district of Guangzhou China.
Dayang Soup (逹揚原味燉品)
Small local Cantonese soup restaurant in yuexiu district. Recommend by guide Michelin and more importantly recommend by my wife.
Baihua Dessert Shop (百花甜品店)
Great local Chinese dessert shop serving good quality and self-made Cantonese sweets and desserts. Huge variation, good prices!
China Plaza (中华广场)
China Plaza or Zhong Hua Plaza is a major Mall in Yuexiu district outside of the Beijing Road zone and ideal for Shopping in Guangzhou.
Baohan Road “African Street” (宝汉直街)
Baohan road is not the center of the African community and Arab community in Guangzhou, its the vein that brings everything everywhere.
The Kilimanjaro
Tanzanian restaurant in guangzhou with fair prices and simple food. No fuss, just BBQ fish, curry and other african food in Guangzhou
Liwan District
Liwan District lays west of Yuexiu district and Haizhu district. It covers an area just next to the historic center of Guangzhou as well as the Haizhu Island, and includes many historical sights. Including famous Shamian Island.
Nanfang Building (南方大厦)
Nanfang Building is part of an area full of electronics wholesale markets in Guangzhou Liwan district. Great to include in your sourcing trip.
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
Dim Sum Chef (武林厨神)
Dim Sum Chef is a morning tea restaurant with many stores in Guangzhou. Their menu is large and prices fair. Ideal for Dim Sum in Guangzhou.
Guangzhou Jinxiang Underwear City (金祥内衣城)
Jinxiang wholesale market focusses on all types of underwear wholesale in Guangzhou. Jinxiang is close to other wholesale markets in Liwan
Taotaoju Dim Sum (陶陶居酒家)
Tao Tao Ju or 陶陶居 means house of happiness and is one of the oldest and most famous dim sum restaurants in Guangzhou China
Cafe Fleur (啡聚闲庭)
Cafe Fleur is a luxurious cafe right in Shamian. Not the crowded kind of luxurious looking spots, more a calm and quiet cafe for a good cake.
Tianhe District
Tianhe district is one of the most populated districts in Guangzhou and includes the famous Pearl River New Town. However, Tianhe district expands far to the north and east, including many urban areas and green spaces.
International Grand City (天汇广场igc)
IGC is a luxurious shopping destination in Guangzhou. Just besides luxurious hotels, great dining options and other attractions.
Hersels Vegetarian Restaurant (熹素 鲜美素食)
Hersels is one if not the most unique Vegetarian restaurant in Guangzhou. With its focus on Mushrooms, this restaurants offers unique taste.
Canton Rice Roll Master (荔银)
Canton Rice Roll Master (荔银) is one of the oldest branches for the cantonese food everyone should try. Changfen or better called Rice Rolls.
Sports West Road (体育西路)
when it comes to shopping in guangzhou china, Tiyu Xilu or better said “Sports West Road” is the go to place. Located in Tianhe district.
Waffle Daily
Waffles de Liege in Guangzhou. The perfect and easy on the go snack for any commuter or traveler. Simple, sweet, delicious.
Dim Sum Chef (武林厨神)
Dim Sum Chef is a morning tea restaurant with many stores in Guangzhou. Their menu is large and prices fair. Ideal for Dim Sum in Guangzhou.
Baiyun District
Baiyun District is one of the largest urban districts of Guangzhou and is named after the Baiyun mountain located in its area. Baiyun district includes many residential areas, offices and the southern end of the Baiyun mountain range. Guangzhou Airport is located in Baiyun.
Baker Talent (贝克达人)
Baker talent is a small local bakery chain with several stores in Guangzhou. Most of their bread is not special, however one option tops all.
Baiyun Mountain Forest Park (白云山原始森林公园)
Baiyun Mountain Forest Park is the northern part of the Baiyun mountain range in Guangzhou and offers various hiking spots and clean nature.
Six-Sided Mountain (六片山)
Liu Pian Shan in Guangzhou, the Six-Sided Mountain (六片山) is a small mountain in the same range as Baiyun mountain. It holds a beautiful small lake, suitable for swimming.
Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area (广州市白云山风景名胜区)
The Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area is the southern part of the baiyun moutain range in Guangzhou, and more developed with several scenic spots.
Guangzhou Baiyun World Leather Trading Centre (广州白云世界皮具贸易中心)
Guangzhou Baiyun World Leather Trading Centre is the leading market for leather goods. If you need wholesale handbags or more, its your place.
Lanzhou Pulled Noodles (兰州拉面)
The most famous halal restaurants in Guangzhou. Pork free noodles that can be found all over Guangzhou and all over China. Never a miss!
Huangpu District
Huadu district is a outskirt district of Guangzhou, north of Baiyun district. It includes residential areas that have been villages and many factories.
Muqiang Reservoir (木强水库)
Muqiang Reservoir is a lovely place to go on a hike in Guangzhou. The whole area in Huangpu district of Guangzhou is home to stunning nature.
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop (赵记传承)
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop or called Zhao Ji is a local chain for Cantonese desserts that can be found all around Guangzhou.
Niu Tou Mountain (牛头山)
Niu Tou Shan translates to Ox Head Mountain and is part of a small mountain range in Huangpu District. Ideal for hiking lovers.
Yujian Noodles (遇见小面)
What to eat visiting China? Spicy Noodles! Yujian Noodles, a large chain that never disappoints when it comes to spicy food in Guangzhou
Changzhou Island & Whampoa Military Academy (长洲岛 & 黄埔军校旧址纪念馆)
Changzhou Island is a small retreat near with lots of nature and no crowds in Guangzhou. Changzhou is home to historical military sights.
Bao’s Pastry (鲍师傅糕点)
Chinese pastry is great and very tasty. Baos pastry is one of the top addresses for sweet snacks in Guangzhou. Try a few and enjoy!
Huadu District
Huangpu district is one of the outskirt districts of Guangzhou, including residential areas and many mountains and green spaces. Ideal for hiking yet also with factories located in parts of the district.
Yujian Noodles (遇见小面)
What to eat visiting China? Spicy Noodles! Yujian Noodles, a large chain that never disappoints when it comes to spicy food in Guangzhou
Lanzhou Pulled Noodles (兰州拉面)
The most famous halal restaurants in Guangzhou. Pork free noodles that can be found all over Guangzhou and all over China. Never a miss!
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop (赵记传承)
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop or called Zhao Ji is a local chain for Cantonese desserts that can be found all around Guangzhou.
Double Egg (2颗鸡蛋)
Jian Bing a famous street food from north-china is a healthy alternative to fried options. Double Egg makes them available all over Guangzhou.
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.
Panyu District
Guangzhou Panyu district is located South of Haizhu district and includes a large residential area and many smaller factories. Apart from that Panyu is home to the Chimelong Park, a large water park.
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop (赵记传承)
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop or called Zhao Ji is a local chain for Cantonese desserts that can be found all around Guangzhou.
Yin Ji Rice Rolls (银记肠粉店)
Chang fen is the breakfast item in Guangzhou. Yin Ji is the oldest and Cantonese restaurant in Guangzhou specialized in rice noodle rolls.
Mirrored Gardens (镜花园)
Mirrored gardens is an park outside of guangzhou city center featuring art installations as well as a cafe and a horse riding school.
Seven Coloured Clouds Vegetarian (七色云蔬食餐厅)
This unfortunate located vegetarian restaurant in Guangzhou is hard to reach yet one of the tastiest experiences we had.
Yujian Noodles (遇见小面)
What to eat visiting China? Spicy Noodles! Yujian Noodles, a large chain that never disappoints when it comes to spicy food in Guangzhou
Tongxiang Hunan Restaurant (同湘会)
Great Hunan style restaurant in Guangzhou. Tasty and not to expensive restaurant serving tasty Chinese food for anyone visiting Guangzhou.
Nansha District
Nansha District is the most southern district and home to a new developed technology zone with many high-tech companies in its borders. Guangzhou Port is located in Nansha district as well.
Nansha Stone Village (石奥缤纷汇)
Nansha Stone Village is an historical site in Guangzhou. Today it is one of the most prestigious marinas in the area
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop (赵记传承)
Zhao’s Legacy Dessert Shop or called Zhao Ji is a local chain for Cantonese desserts that can be found all around Guangzhou.
Huangshanlu Forest Park (黄山鲁森林公园)
Huangshanlu is a large nature reservoir park in guangzhou. Right south in nansha district. Lake, forest, flowers and mountain. All in one!
Yujian Noodles (遇见小面)
What to eat visiting China? Spicy Noodles! Yujian Noodles, a large chain that never disappoints when it comes to spicy food in Guangzhou
Double Egg (2颗鸡蛋)
Jian Bing a famous street food from north-china is a healthy alternative to fried options. Double Egg makes them available all over Guangzhou.
Lanzhou Pulled Noodles (兰州拉面)
The most famous halal restaurants in Guangzhou. Pork free noodles that can be found all over Guangzhou and all over China. Never a miss!