Guangzhou is a city with a long history and profound cultural heritage, as well as a modern metropolis. The following is a detailed itinerary for a three-day trip to Guangzhou, helping you better experience the local customs and cultural charm of Guangzhou.
Day 1: Historical Culture and Traditional Customs
morning
Breakfast: Try traditional Cantonese morning tea such as shrimp dumplings, rice noodle soup, chicken feet, etc. on Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street.
Visiting the Chen Family Ancestral Hall: Located in Liwan District, it is a typical traditional Lingnan building that provides a deep understanding of Lingnan culture and handicrafts.
Go to Lizhi Bay Creek: enjoy the scenery of Lingnan water town and experience the ancient life of water people.
noon
Lunch: Enjoy lunch in the restaurant near Xiguan Dawu and taste authentic Cantonese Dim sum.
afternoon
Visiting Shamian Island: This small island preserves many European style buildings and is a witness to the modern history of Guangzhou.
Go to Zhongshan Memorial Hall: This is a large building built in memory of Mr. * *, with exquisite interior decoration and grand exterior.
night
Dinner: Choose a high-end restaurant near Zhengjia * * and taste authentic Cantonese cuisine.
The Pearl River Night Tour: Take a cruise to enjoy the night scenery on both sides of the the Pearl River, especially the light show of Haixinsha and Guangzhou Tower.
Day 2: Modern Cities and Natural Scenery
morning
Breakfast: Enjoy western breakfast in the cafe of the Pearl River New Town.
Visit Guangzhou Tower (Little Waist): Take the elevator to the observation deck and overlook the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou as a whole.
Haixinsha: Located opposite the Guangzhou Tower, you can enjoy the magnificence of the Guangzhou Tower up close.
noon
Lunch: Choose a restaurant on the International Food Street in the Pearl River New Town to try different countries' food.
afternoon
Visiting Guangzhou Library: This modern library not only has a rich collection of books, but also has a very unique architectural design.
Huacheng Lake Park: Take a walk in the park and enjoy the peaceful natural environment.
night
Dinner: Choose a specialty restaurant in the dining street of Tianhe District and try more Cantonese cuisine.
Nightlife: You can go to the bar street near the Tianhe South Newspaper and Media Group building to experience the nightlife of Guangzhou.
Day 3: Leisure, Entertainment, and Shopping Experience
morning
Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the restaurant within Zhengjia * *.
Zhengjia Shopping: This is one of the largest shopping centers in Guangzhou, gathering numerous domestic and foreign brands and restaurants.
Zhengjia Polar Ocean World: Located within Zhengjia * *, you can observe various marine creatures up close.
noon
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at the restaurant in Zhengjia * * and taste various delicacies.
afternoon
Beijing Road Pedestrian Street: This is one of the busiest commercial streets in Guangzhou, where you can buy various specialties and fashionable products.
Guangdong Provincial Museum: Learn about the history and culture of Guangdong, with a rich collection and exciting exhibition content.
night
Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant near Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and try more authentic Guangzhou cuisine.
Night Tour: You can stroll around the night markets near Beijing Road and experience the nightlife of Guangzhou.
Tips
Transportation:
The Guangzhou subway has a wide coverage and is the main mode of transportation for travel. It is recommended to download the subway map app for convenient route planning.
Taxis and ride hailing services are also convenient, but there may be some congestion during peak hours.