I. Instructions before the trip
1. The best time to travel: Guangzhou has a warm and humid climate, which is suitable for visiting all year round. But the best season is from October to February, when the climate is pleasant, avoiding the hot and rainy summer.
2. Traffic guide
• External transportation: Baiyun International Airport is the main aviation hub, and Metro Line 3 can go directly to the city; there are many railway stations in Guangzhou, and Guangzhou South Station mainly stops at the high-speed railway, with convenient transportation. You can go to the city through Metro Line 2 and Line 7; Guangzhou East Railway Station is close to the city center, and Metro Line 1 and Line 3 can be reached.
• City transportation: It is highly recommended to use the subway, the line covers a wide range, and the APP of "Guangzhou Metro" or the ride code can easily take the bus. Some lines, such as Line 18 and Line 22, are super fast. The bus can also take you through the streets and alleys, and you can pay for it by "Yangchengtong bus code". It is recommended to avoid the "Death Line 3" during the peak period, and it is more comfortable to choose bus or taxi.
II. Recommendation of accommodation
1. Yuexiu District: the core of the old city, with profound cultural heritage and many scenic spots. Like the Garden Hotel, opened in 1985, is an old-fashioned hotel with a Michelin restaurant and mature supporting facilities. It can be reached from the Gold Rush Station of Metro Line 5. The Crowne Plaza Hotel Center was once the highest building in Guangzhou. The rooms can enjoy the city scenery and the surrounding facilities are perfect. Kempinski Hotel De'an is suitable for experiencing the life of Laoguang. It is convenient to go to Beijing Road and other places, and the room facilities are humanized.
2. Tianhe District: Guangzhou CBD, charming night view. Mandarin Oriental Hotel is adjacent to Taikoo Hui, which is convenient for shopping and low-key and luxurious design style. Park Hyatt Hotel has a superior geographical location, and the interior space design uses Lingnan characteristic elements. Yueba on the top floor is super beautiful at sunset. The magnificent hotel is located in the center of the central axis, downstairs is K11, and the high-rise room overlooks the city of Guangzhou.
3. Liwan District: unique regional culture, full of old and Guangzhou customs. The White Swan Hotel is located on Shamian Island. It is the first five-star hotel in Guangzhou. It has a view of the Pearl River and a Michelin restaurant. Shifu VOCO Hotel is located in the Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street. The location is excellent. After upgrading, the service is better. The outdoor swimming pool on the 14th floor is constant temperature all year round.
III. Must-visit scenic spots
1. Guangzhou Tower (small waist): the third highest tower in the world, a landmark in Guangzhou. You can climb the tower and overlook the night view of the Pearl River New Town. The ticket for the 433-meter sightseeing floor starts from 150 yuan, and the 450-meter high-speed sky costs 228 yuan. When you climb the tower in the evening, you can enjoy the sunset and the night view at the same time. It can be reached from Guangzhou Tower Station of Metro Line 3 and APM Line.
2. Pearl River Night Tour: Take a boat to enjoy the cross-strait light show and feel the night charm of Guangzhou. Recommend Tianzi Pier and Guangzhou Tower Pier. The ticket price ranges from 68 to 198 yuan, some of which include tea breaks or dinner. Along the way, I punched in the Hunter Bridge, Haixinsha, etc.
3. Chimelong Tourist Resort: the first choice for parent-child travel, including wildlife world (300 yuan, self-driving area can have close contact with animals), Happy World (250 yuan, vertical roller coaster is super exciting) and other parks. Direct access to Hanxi Changlong Station of Metro Line 3.
4. Shamian Island: There are many European-style buildings, a holy place for literary and artistic photography, suitable for taking retro film-style photos. Drink morning tea in the White Swan Hotel, and you can also enjoy the view of the White Goose Lake.
5. Chen Family Ancestral Hall: Lingnan Architectural Art Pearl, free visit (ID card reservation required), gray sculpture, wood carving and brick carving are exquisite and breathtaking.
6. Baiyun Mountain: Take the cable car to the top of "Moxingling" and overlook the panoramic view of Guangzhou. The Yuntai Garden at the foot of the mountain is also very healing. The ticket is 5 yuan and the cable car is 25 yuan.
7. Yuexiu Park: the largest park in Guangzhou, with beautiful natural scenery, with the Guangzhou logo - Wuyang Stone Carving, as well as the ancient city wall of the Ming Dynasty, Zhenhai Tower and other scenic spots.
8. Guangdong Provincial Museum: Free Treasure Museum, Aquarium, Dinosaur Fossil, Chaozhou Wood Sculpture Exhibition, etc. are worth seeing. You need to make an appointment in advance.
9. Yongqing Square: In the cultural and creative block transformed from the old house in Xiguan, you can visit Bruce Lee's ancestral home and the Cantonese Opera Art Museum, visit Litchi Bay Chung at night, and take a flower boat.
10. Beijing Road Pedestrian Street: The ruins of the thousand-year-old ancient road are combined with the modern business district. The night light show is shocking, and shopping and delicious food are all available.
IV. Food Recommendation
1. Cantonese morning tea: must experience when you come to Guangzhou, shrimp dumplings, chicken feet, red rice sausage, etc. Tao Taoju and Diandude are recommended.
2. Roast meat: barbecued pork, roast goose skin is crispy and tender, Bingsheng taste, Chenzai roast meat restaurant should not be missed.
3. Steamed vermicelli roll: Yinji steamed vermicelli roll and Yuanji steamed vermicelli roll beef sausage with boat porridge are unique.
4. Yunton noodles: Wu Caiji is a time-honored brand in Xiguan, and Zhusheng noodles are full of strength.
5. Clay pot rice: the preserved rice of Minji clay pot rice, the pot is crispy.
6. Beef mixed pot: Gong Ji beef mixed with sand tea sauce is delicious, and Huafeng noodles are excellent.
7. Sugar water: Nanxin double skin milk, Yangzhi manna and red bean paste from Baihua Dessert Shop, sweet but not greasy.
8. Jel pot: Huishi's good yellow eel bell pot, the pot is full of air and full of fragrance.
9. Rice noodles: Lingji rice noodles, authentic Xiguan old flavor, with fried fish skin, rich taste.
10. Herbal tea & Tortoise Jelly: Huang Zhenlong herbal tea is a must-have for locals to clear away heat.
V. Tour route planning
1. Three-day tour
• The first day: Arrive in Guangzhou in the morning and check in at the hotel in Yuexiu District. After a short break, go to Yuexiu Park to see the Wuyang Stone Sculpture; in the afternoon, go to Zhongshan Memorial Hall; in the evening, go to Beijing Road Pedestrian Street to taste delicious food and enjoy the light show.
• The second day: Visit Chimelong Tourist Resort all day, and you can choose the wildlife world or the happy world. In the evening, go to Yongqing Square to feel the new charm of the old street.
• Day 3: Visit the Chen Family Temple in the morning to enjoy the architecture of Lingnan; in the afternoon, go to Shamian Island to take photos; in the evening, take a boat at the Guangzhou Tower Pier for a night tour of the Pearl River.
2. Five-day tour
• First day: Arrive in Guangzhou and take a special bus to the hotel.
• The second day: Yuexiu Park → Zhongshan Memorial Hall → Beijing Road → ***.
•The third day: Sacred Heart Cathedral→Shamian Island→Yongqing Square→Chen Family Temple→Haixinsha→Guangzhou Tower.
• The fourth day: Shunfeng Mountain Park → Shawan Ancient Town → Qinghui Garden → Huagai Pedestrian Street.
• Day 5: Ancient Temple Tour → Lingnan Architecture Tour → Return.
VI. Precautions
1. Tickets for scenic spots, especially popular attractions such as Guangzhou Tower, Chimelong Resort, etc., try to book one week in advance on the official platform or formal tourism APP to avoid the peak flow of people on weekends and holidays.
2. Guangzhou is hot and rainy in summer. Remember to bring sunscreen and rain gear when you go out. Winter is relatively mild, so you can prepare a thin coat.
3. When tasting delicious food, pay attention to the gastrointestinal adaptation. Some snacks are heavier or greasy.
4. It is recommended to choose a place close to the subway station according to the itinerary, which is convenient for travel. If you book 2 weeks in advance on holidays, you can save more than 30%.
When thousands of years of businessmen meet Lingnan customs, when modern high-rise buildings embrace the fireworks of the market, Guangzhou is such a city that you don't want to leave when you come!