Guangzhou: 144-Hour Travel Adventure! Hardcore Visa-Free Special Trip!

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With the implementation of China's 144-hour visa-free transit policy. China Travel has become instantly popular. Guangzhou, as a city that consistently ranks on must-visit travel lists is sure to become an exceptionally unique addition to foreign friends' "Travel" lists, Because traveling in Guangzhou is truly very "city"!

1. Come to Guangzhou on an empty stomach, where you can eat until the end of time.

If you want to experience the bustling atmosphere of old Guangzhou, you must visit the Beijing Road Food District. Daxian Chicken, Beef Offal, Beef Tripe, Fried Beef Ho Fun, Blutwurst, Claypot Rice, Wonton Noodles, Cantonese-style Desserts... Various must-try flavor restaurants are packed here.

You can also visit the Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street to try the refreshing fish skin dish with over 40 years of history at Chen Tian Ji; or head to the rural village outskirts to taste delicious and flavorful farm dishes like free-range chicken, bamboo tube rice, stinky tofu in vinegar... After trying them, you'll definitely remember them fondly.

When you arrive in Guangzhou, how can you miss out on the morning tea activity? Sitting in Panxi Restaurant, one of the first batch of Chinese 20th-century architectural heritage, ordering a pot of fragrant tea, a few portions of two pieces per cup, and a bowl of Tingzi porridge, chatting and laughing with family and friends, such a life It’s really Guangzhouo-style.

Recommended restaurant list

1. Zhou Sheng Ji Tai Ye Chicken (Wenming Road branch)

2. Chiu Kee Claypot Rice (Zhuguang Road branch)

3. Wing Ying Cha Chaan Teng (Huifu East Road branch)

4. "Renxin Laopu Dessert Shop (Huifu East Road branch)

5. Chen Tianji (Yongqing Fang branch)

6. Panyu Jiujia

7. Bei Yuan Restaurant

2. Check in at Guangzhou landmarks and visit the city's reception hall！

600-meter Canton Tower and Flower City Square are the CBD of Guangzhou. The tower features the world's highest revolving restaurant and Ferris wheel. From the top of the tower, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Guangzhou's beautiful cityscape and experience the city's prosperity and charm.

Yuexiu Park is not only the largest comprehensive park in Guangzhou, but also the starting point of Guangzhou's cultural context. Here you can learn about Guangzhou's past and present lives and check out the Five Ram Statue.

3. Explore the old neighborhoods, visit century-old buildings, and learn about the historical stories of Guangzhou.

When you visit Guangzhou, it's not just about going to the bustling CBD. You should also explore the old city streets to see another side of Guangzhou.

On Baoyuan Road in Liwan District, one of the "Three Treasures of Xiguan" in the eyes of locals, a short stretch of 500 meters features over a dozen historical buildings designated by the government. It is one of the streets with the highest concentration of historical buildings in Guangzhou.

Baoyuan Road features grand Xiguan mansions, Western-style buildings with a mix of Chinese and Western elements, and even row houses made from bamboo tubes. You'll also find vibrant examples of Roman columns, classical floral patterns, sliding dragon gates, and Manchu colored glass here.

Among them, No. 101 and Youli Trading Company are two successful examples of blending old and new on the old street. If you have time, be sure to take a look.

The older generation in Guangzhou often says, "The wealthy live in Xiguan, and the powerful live in Dongshan," with Dongshan referring to the Dongshankou area.Here, you'll find over 400 small Western-style buildings with red walls and green tiles. Coffee shops, boutiques, independent studios, and trendy stores... are scattered throughout the neighborhood, creating what locals describe as a place that's "so stylish it gives you chills."

4. Explore Lingnan gardens and appreciate the beauty of Guangzhou's national style.

In the peak of summer, visit Guangzhou's landscape gardens and experience firsth and the cool secrets of Lingnan gardens. Yuyinshanfang, one of the four major Lingnan gardens, features pavilions, towers, halls, bridges, corridors, and lakeside forests, capturing the essence of a traditional garden. Currently, the blooming purple wisteria flowers add vibrancy and splendor to this classical garden.

5. Step into the mountains and countryside of Guangzhou, and embrace nature amidst the greenery and landscapes.

In Guangzhou, it's not just about enjoying the urban area; you should also venture into the mountains and countryside to experience more than just a 20-minute "park effect," immersing yourself in the beauty of natural ecosystems.

Gather with family and friends for a trip to Baiyun Mountain. Take the escalator up to Moxing Ridge and check out Baiyun Mountain's hidden spots; rest in Pugu Valley, which feels like a mystical realm from a book; and visit the natural birdcage in Mingchun Valley to enjoy birdwatching up close... With 8 different attractions, you'll find a variety of ways to cool off and have fun.

Spend 144 hours to travel to Guangzhou.

Enjoy morning tea in the early morning, taste farm dishes at noon.

Stroll through old streets and gardens in the afternoon, take a night cruise on the Pearl River in the evening.

Every day offers different and exciting experiences,

Making you fall in love with Guangzhou over and over again.