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.
Hoi Tong Monastery (海幢寺)
Hoi Tong Monastery or Huaicheng Monastery is a large complex of temple in Guangzhou. History and beautiful gardens make it worth to visit.
Xiao Lai Yuan (小荔园)
Xiao Lai Yuan is a michelin recommend Cantonese restaurant in haizhu district of Guangzhou. Great food located in R&F Haizhu Square.
Luxi Peach Cake (泸溪河桃酥)
Chinese or Cantonese pastry has lots to offer and Luxi is our personal favourite. Their pineapple cakes are top notch and worth trying.
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.
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.
Canton Tower (广州塔)
The Canton Tower is a TV tower with observation deck for visitors. It has been the largest tower in the world with its 604 meter height.
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.
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.
Viola Coffee
Viola Coffee in dongshankou is a laid back cafe dedicated to classical music in Guangzhou. Relaxing back alley cafe with beautiful interior.
Pearl River Cruises (珠江夜游)
Pearl river cruises in Guangzhou are a beautiful way to explore the city. Especially at night the riverfront in Guangzhou is stunning.
Guangzhou Optical City (广州眼镜城)
Guangzhou Optical City is an area in Yuexiu District for retail and international wholesale of Eyeglasses, frames and glass lenses.
Big Buddha Vegetarian Buffet (大佛寺素食阁自助餐馆)
vegetarian buffet inside the most famous temple in Guangzhou. Try Chinese and Cantonese dishes and sit down in a stunning dining hall.
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!
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.
Liwan Yongqing Fang (广州永庆坊)
Liwan Yongqing Fang is the area that includes many scenic and historical sites of Guangzhou, including museum, parks and old town streets.
Liwan Lake (荔湾湖公园)
Liwan Lake is a large lake park in the middle of historic areas. A great place to relax in nature after a long day exploring 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.
Liwan Plaza (荔湾广场)
Liwan Plaza or Guangzhou Jewelry Market is a huge market hall right next to Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, offering gems, gold and more.
Guangfu South Road Shopping Street (光复南路)
Shopping in Guangzhou for fashion for good prices? Guangfu south road near liwan plaza and shangxiajiu road is great for haggling prices.
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.
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.
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.
Zhujiang New Town
Zhujiang New Town or Pearl River New Town is the modern finance and culture district of Guangzhou China, including skyscrapers and museums.
Waffle Daily
Waffles de Liege in Guangzhou. The perfect and easy on the go snack for any commuter or traveler. Simple, sweet, delicious.
TeeMall (天河城商业区)
TeeMall or Tianhe City Shopping Center is one of the big shopping mall in Tianhe Guangzhou. It is home to many major international brands.
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.
Kailas Boulder Hall (凯乐石)
Kailas is a outdoor sports brand from Guangzhou. Behind their main-store, you can access a boulder hall suitable for advanced climber.
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.
Baiyun Mountain (白云山)
Baiyun mountain is the most iconic and famous moutain in Guangzhou. With 427 meter in height, directly located in the city of Guangzhou.
Luhu Park (麓湖公园)
Luhu is the name of a large lake besides baiyun mountain and honghulou a pagoda next to the lake, which offers a scenic view on 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.
Tsui Wah Restaurant (翠华餐厅)
This hong kong style restaurant is a famous chain with stores all over Guangzhou. Perfect if you crave a mix of western and Cantonese cuisine.
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.
Gaonnuri (加温努力)
Gao Nuri is a small bakery chain in Guangzhou that offers great croissants and savory breads. A good alternative to sweet chinese bread.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Shuisheng Reservoir (水声水库)
Shuisheng reservoir is located a bit far outside of Guangzhou in the outskirts of Huangpu district and is surrounded by several trails.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Shaxi Hotel Supplies Wholesale Market (沙溪国际酒店用品城)
Cuttlery, kitchenware and other home use products in wholesale. Shaxi wholesale market in Guangzhou for hotel supplies.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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