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.
123 Coffee
123 coffee is something for anyone around the area of western to south western Haizhu district. Great place to calm down in 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!
Tram Haizhu Line (黄埔有轨电车1号线)
Guangzhou’s first modern tram line, Tram Haizhu Line 1, began operation stretches 7.7 kilometers from east to west in Haizhu District.
Min Kee Clay Pot Rice (民记煲仔饭)
Clay Pot Rice in Guangzhou with meat, sauce and some veggies cooked in a clay pot over fire. providing a crispy layer of rice on bottom.
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.
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.
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.
Shi Fang Yuan Food Nutrition Center (食方缘 食养中心)
Shi Fang Yuan Food Nutrition Center a vegetarian restaurant in old-town Guangzhou. Romantic restaurant, suitable for dating.
Nanyue Kingdom Palace (南越王博物館)
Nanyue Kingdom Palace is a museum build on the ruins of the Nanyue kingdom temple that ruled over Guangzhou.
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.
Chen Clan Academy (陈家祠)
Chen Clan Academy in Yuexiu district of Guanzhou is a historical academic temple build from the Chen Clan to help their children study.
The Kilimanjaro
Tanzanian restaurant in guangzhou with fair prices and simple food. No fuss, just BBQ fish, curry and other african food in Guangzhou
Tiger Prawn Vietnamese Restaurant
Tiger Prawn is one of the most known restaurants in Guangzhou and surely the most known Vietnamese restaurant.
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.
Xidi Second Road Electronics Wholesale Markets (西堤二马路电子批发市场)
Xidi second road is home to several wholesale markets offering electronic products and components for retail and wholesale in Guangzhou.
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.
1200 book&bed
1200 book&bed is not just a book store in Guangzhou but also a great Hostel for your trip to Guangzhou City. Meet like minded people in Liwan.
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
Renxin Old Shop (仁信老铺)
Traditional Cantonese Snacks and a great treat on your visit in Guangzhou. Pudding, Ice cream and fresh fruits served in traditional way.
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.
Guangzhou Opera House (广州大剧院)
The Guangzhou Opera House opened in 2010. This Chinese Opera House was designed by Iraqi Architect Zaha Hadid.
Five Mate
Five Mate is, as the name says a small local growing Mate Tea drink chain in Guangzhou. Chinese Milk Tea Culture meets Brazilian Mate Tea.
Big World Bowling Hall (大世界保龄球馆)
Big world bowling hall in Guangzhou is one of the best after work activities for groups as it is just in the center of Tianhe.
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.
Dato Henry’s Taco (亨利拿督的塔可)
A fresh Taco right in the center of Guangzhou? Data Henrys Taco is a small street food stall south of Tiyu Xilu in Tianhe district.
Huacheng Square (花城广场)
Huacheng Square is more a park than a square and goes straight from Haixin Island north with the Canton Tower in constant sight.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!