Guangzhou Layover Tour

Depart from the airport and head to Beijing Road Pedestrian Street, one of Guangzhou’s most bustling commercial pedestrian streets. Here, you can browse large shopping malls, numerous brand specialty stores, and savor authentic local cuisine. Beyond its thriving commerce, Beijing Road preserves many historical relics—under the pavement lies the ruins of a millennium-old ancient road, bearing witness to Guangzhou’s long-standing history. Afterward, proceed to Canton Tower, a landmark building of Guangzhou; climb the tower to enjoy a panoramic view of the city’s landscape.

Dafo Temple in Beijing Road Pedestrian Street

Canton Tower Night View

Leave the airport and arrive at Shamian Island; stroll around the island to admire over 150 Western-style buildings and learn about Shamian Island’s historical stories, as it is an ideal spot for taking photos. Then head to Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street to explore the arcade buildings featuring Lingnan characteristics, and seek out time-honored Guangzhou delicacies like white-cut chicken and Cantonese dim sum hidden in the alleys—they are well worth exploring. Next, visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall to appreciate the exquisite brick carvings, wood carvings, and grey sculptures, and gain insights into Lingnan clan culture and architectural aesthetics. If time permits, experience a Pearl River night cruise at Tianzi Wharf, where you can enjoy the night scenery and the light show of Canton Tower during the cruise.

Visiting the Exquisite Grey Carvings of Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

Night Cruise on the Pearl River

On Day 1, start with Yuexiu Park—Guangzhou’s largest park with beautiful natural scenery, perfect for a walk—and visit the park’s most representative landmark of Guangzhou, the Five-Goat Stone Sculpture. Then walk to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall for a visit; through interior tours, listening to explanations, and participating in AR immersive experience programs, you can enhance your historical knowledge and feel the historical atmosphere. Next, arrive at Wenming Road to taste authentic Cantonese food; after a hearty meal, go to Yongqing Fang, a scenic area with Guangzhou’s well-preserved arcade building complex. Here, you can explore intangible cultural heritages like Cantonese opera and historical buildings such as Bruce Lee’s Ancestral Home, and even visit the unique graffiti works inside, which are full of artistic charm.

Exploring Cantonese Cuisine

Visiting Bruce Lee's Ancestral Home

On Day 2, go to Canton Tower and climb it to enjoy the panoramic view of Guangzhou; after the visit, depart for Grandview Mall, a super complex integrating commerce, culture, and tourism. It not only has a complete range of brand stores to meet shopping needs but also houses distinctive venues such as Grandview Polar Ocean World and Grandview Natural Science Museum—these allow you to immerse yourself in exploring the mysteries of the ocean and feel the charm of nature while shopping. Finally, a driver will take you back to the airport.

Whale Skeleton Specimen Housed in Grandview Mall