Things to Do in Guangzhou
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Guangzhou, China — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Canton Tower (Guangzhou TV Tower)
Skyline-defining 600m tower with a bubble tram around the top. ¥150 day / ¥200 night.
Chen Clan Ancestral Hall & Crafts Museum
Qing Dynasty complex with extraordinary stone and wood carving. Free with metro card. Silk, jade, and Cantonese folk art.
Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street
Guangzhou's traditional shopping street with Qilou (arcade) architecture. Dim sum teahouses nearby.
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Things to do in Guangzhou
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Yum cha dim sum at Lianxianglou (莲香楼) in Shangxiajiu — founded 1889, one of Guangzhou's oldest teahouses. ¥80–150 per person.
Local tip
The 144-hour transit visa-free policy is genuine and actively used. Present at immigration confirming you are in transit. Your next international destination must be a third country.
Where to stay
Hotels across Guangzhou — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.