Ascend to the observation deck of Canton Tower — China's tallest tower at 600 meters — for a panoramic city view, especially breathtaking at night when the vibrant illumination adorns the sky. The Chen Clan Ancestral Hall provides a captivating view of Guangzhou's history and architecture, hosting the Guangdong Folk Art Museum. As the largest and best-preserved traditional Lingnan ancestral building in Guangzhou, it holds the title of the "Pearl of Lingnan Architectural Art." Experience an overload of cuteness by visiting Panda Park at Chimelong Safari Park in Panyu district. This safari park stands as China's premier international standard for a national wild animal zoo. Visit the Guangzhou Opera House, one of the city's iconic structures. Shamian Island is a recommendation if you want to enjoy a short getaway outside the city. You can see historical Western-style buildings around and enjoy a stroll throughout. If you are a history buff, go to Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, which commemorates one of the influential figures in modern Chinese history.

Guangzhou is the birthplace of Cantonese cuisine (yue cai). Residents customarily consume traditional Guangzhou dim sum while taking morning tea. A traditional dim sum set includes a variety of bite-sized dishes like dumplings, buns, and rolls, often served in bamboo steamers. White cut chicken (bai qie ji) is a celebrated Guangzhou dish, tossed with ginger and green onion and drizzled with peanut oil. Given its coastal location, Guangzhou offers abundant seafood options. Don't miss shrimp dumplings (har gow), steamed shumai, and radish cake. Street food thrives in popularity, especially along Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street in the Liwan district. Must-tries include silky egg tarts, crispy spring rolls, fried squid, fried tofu, candied fruits, peanut candy, and sesame balls. Indulge in the delightful combination of wonton noodles and dumplings in a flavorful broth.

Explore tea shops, with options like dark tea (fermented) and pu'er tea throughout Guangzhou. Discover renowned teas, tea sets, and teaware at Nanfang Tea Market. Buy packaged treats like preserved fruits, almond cakes, and peanut candies on Shangxiajui Street. The Zhujiang area offers premier sightseeing in Guangzhou and boasts upscale shopping malls for acquiring luxury gifts like jade jewelry.

As one of the transportation hubs in southern China, there are various options to navigate your way throughout the city. Local buses, metro trains, trams, and rickshaws are affordable choices to move around. Taxis are available for your convenience.

Guangzhou, also known as the 'City of Flowers,' is famous for its rich floral culture and widespread presence of flowers. Thanks to its subtropical climate, it boasts year-round blossoms that make flower watching possible. Every year, the city hosts the Spring Festival Flower Fair close to the Lunar New Year celebration, adding vibrant colors to the streets and alleys. The flower fairs have been held for over a century, and they remain a staple in the city's cultural landscape.