Guangdong Museum

Kaiping Diaolou

The Kaiping Diaolou are located in Kaiping City, under the jurisdiction of Jiangmen. They are a special type of Chinese vernacular architecture that combines defense and living, blending Chinese and Western styles with features of ancient Greek, ancient Roman and Islamic architecture. They have been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. According to research, the Kaiping Diaolou first appeared in the 16th century. Today's clusters include Zili Village, Majianglong and Jinjiangli, along with the Liyuan garden and the Chikan Ancient Town. The towers' architectural styles and decorative arts are wonderfully varied and truly breathtaking.

Combined ticket ¥180 (includes Liyuan ¥100; Zili Village Diaolou Cluster ¥78; Majianglong Diaolou Cluster ¥50), valid for two days · 1 day

Canton Tower

Canton Tower is a world-renowned observation tower. Its form is balanced at both ends, with a slender, graceful waist that has earned it the nickname "Slim Waist" (Xiao Manyao). It is one of Guangzhou's most important landmarks. Sightseeing highlights include the Baiyun Starry Sky observation hall, the science exhibition hall and the 488-metre photography observation deck. Thrill rides include a high-altitude horizontal Ferris wheel and "Extreme Cloud Descent" (Jisu Yunxiao), a vertical drop ride.

Baiyun Starry Sky sightseeing ticket ¥150; 450-metre outdoor observation deck ticket ¥228; Ferris wheel combo ticket ¥298; "One Tower, Whole City" amusement combo ticket ¥398

Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area

Since ancient times, Baiyun Mountain has been celebrated as the "No. 1 Beauty of Yangcheng." Walking through its forests, you will feel the urge to "ride the wind and return" to nature, making it a perfect escape from worldly desires. Su Shi, Han Yu and countless other ancient scholars and hermits have left their footprints here. Locals love coming here for leisure and fitness on holidays. Baiyun Mountain has become a true "natural oxygen bar" and is hailed as the "lungs of Guangzhou."

Mountain entry ticket ¥5; Mingchun Valley ¥10; Moxing Ridge ¥5; Taohua Ravine ¥5; Yuntai Garden ¥10; Stele Forest ¥5. Cable car: ¥25 one way up, ¥20 one way down. · 3–5 hours

Sun Yat-sen University

Founded by Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Sun Yat-sen University is, alongside Whampoa Military Academy as its "civil and military" counterpart, one of China's most beautiful campuses. The South Campus is its most picturesque part. Just outside the North Gate flows the Pearl River. If you have time, take a boat to Tianzi Pier on the opposite bank and experience the ferry crossing.

Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

If you are drawn to the rich variety of folk crafts or the depth of Lingnan culture, you must visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall. Here you can see exquisite stone carvings, ceramic sculptures and Lingnan grey pottery sculptures, many cleverly embedded with symbolic meaning, and feel the distinctive charm of Lingnan folk art. Wandering through its antique courtyards, you can enjoy the sense of "stealing half a day of leisure from a fleeting life."

1–3 hours

Chimelong Resort

Chimelong Tourism Resort comprises Chimelong Paradise, Chimelong Safari Park, Chimelong Water Park, Chimelong International Circus and Chimelong Bird Park. Chimelong Paradise is a large theme park featuring the Hobbit Kingdom for children's play, the water-themed Happy Water World, and the Screaming Zone packed with thrilling rides. Visitors can enjoy excitement and pleasure and relax in a natural ecological setting.

Chimelong Paradise ¥250; Chimelong Safari Park ¥350; Chimelong Water Park daytime ticket ¥280, night ticket ¥195; Chimelong International Circus standard seat ¥450; Chimelong Bird Park ¥100 · 1–2 days