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.
Sun Yat-Sen Mansion (孙中山大元帅府纪念馆广场)
Memorial Museum of Generalissimo Sun Yat-sen’s Mansion is a architectural highlight and place to learn about Chinese history in Guangzhou.
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.
Bem Bom Cafe
Bem Bom Cafe in Haizhu District of Guangzhou China. Laidback coffee house suitable for learning, working or dating. Has the best lemon tart in Guangzhou
Wanguo Outlets (万国奥特莱斯)
Wanguo Outlets is a factory outlet mall for large brands in China. The ideal place for shopping in Guangzhou.
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.
Tongjuhui Coffee Space (同集汇咖啡空间)
Tongjuhui is a very roomy cafe with lots of natural light and many seats. A perfect place for your social media pictures or for working.
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.
Tiff Cafe
Tiff Cafe call itself a vintage space in Guangzhou and their interior speaks for itself. Their cakes are unique, tasty and worth trying.
The Kilimanjaro
Tanzanian restaurant in guangzhou with fair prices and simple food. No fuss, just BBQ fish, curry and other african food in Guangzhou
International Toy Stationery Gift Square (国际玩具文具精品广场)
International toy stationery gift square is a large wholesale market in guangzhou for toys and gift products. You can find it in Yuexiu,
Yi Xin Vegetarian Restaurant (怡新素食)
Yi Xin is a vegetarian restaurant in Guangzhou near Taojin station and they serve fresh fusion kitchen. Western-Asian Fusion Kitchen.
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.
Sacred Heart Cathedral (石室圣心大教堂)
The Sacred Heart Cathedral is a Romanic Catholic Church in Guangzhou China. It was built in 1863 in Gothic Revival Architecture.
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.
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!
Guangdong Fangcun Tea City (广东芳村茶业城)
Fangcun Tea city, one of the largest tea markets in China offers all types of chinese tea for wholesale in liwan district of 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.
Shamian Island (沙面島)
This attractive neighbourhood is a well maintained colonial heritage of Guangzhou. Stroll trough wide alleys and enjoy the architecture.
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.
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.
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.
Longdong Reservoir (龙洞水库)
Longdong reservoir is a small, yet very peaceful reservoir with hikes in Guangzhou, that are not to difficult.
Soodle (蔬稻 素菜)
Soodle is a beautiful vegetarian restaurant in the heart of zhujiang new town of tianhe district in guangzhou china.
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.
Grandview Mall (正佳广场)
Grandview Mall is a modern shopping center in Guangzhou offerring many leisure and recreational spaces. Including controversial indoor zoo.
Bravo Brewpub (保霖精酿啤酒餐厅)
Bravo is an expat oasis in Guangzhou. A burger place at daytime and bar at night. In Bravo you will always find people from around the world.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jinyi Leatherwear Plaza (金亿皮具广场)
Jinyi leatherware plaza is a wholesale market in Guangzhou for bags and more. You can find anything you won’t find in Baiyun World Leather.
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!
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.