Guangzhou Free Walking Tour: A Journey Through 2000 Years of the City
Overview
We begin at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, an architectural masterpiece that perfectly fuses traditional Chinese palace style with modern engineering. Then feel the city's pulse at People's Park, a hub for local social life, before diving into the futuristic anime universe of Comic City.
Next, explore Lingnan Traditions by visiting the Yaoshou Ruins and the Tea Art Cultural Zone, where you’ll learn about the refined tea culture that defines the South. Following by witness the Nanyue Kingdom Water Gate, a 2,000-year-old royal drainage system that showcases sophisticated ancient technology. Step into the Temple of the Great Buddha, one of the city’s oldest and most majestic spiritual sanctuaries.
Finally, we conclude at Beijing Road, a bustling shopping street where glass floors reveal ancient roads beneath your feet—a true meeting point of the past and the thriving present.
This tour is perfect for travelers who want to see beyond the skyscrapers and understand the cultural tapestry that makes Guangzhou unique.
This activity includes:
- People's Park
- Yaozhou Relics
- Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall
- Professional tour guide
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant local life of Guangzhou
- Discover the fusion of Chinese animation and gaming culture
- Explore the hidden charms of Guangzhou’s bustling streets
- Marvel at the remnants of royal gardens from the ancient Nanyue Kingdom
- Visit the majestic Temple of the Great Buddha
Our Guides
On arrival
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Metro Exit D2 (outside).
The guide will be waiting for you wearing an identification card.
Things to note
- Free tours do not have a set price; instead, the guide’s efforts are supported by your on-site contributions. We recommend a contribution of RMB 200 / USD 30 / EUR 25 per person, or an equivalent amount, to fairly support the guide and ensure the tour's sustainability.
- The tour will end near Beijing Road Pedestrian Street, where you can eat, shop, and do more sightseeing on your own.
- This is a small group tour for less than 10 pax, so book to secure your seats when it's still available. Please kindly notify us in advance in case you are not able to attend
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
