Xiguan & Shamian Heritage Walk: Hidden Gems with Optional Cruise

1. 1h
   Meet your guide in your hotel lobby, then take the metro together to a scenic lakeside park in the old Liwan area. Here, locals gather every day for tai chi, calligraphy writing with water, and perform Cantonese opera (a intangible cultural heritage). You will also visit a local museum showcasing the history and daily life of the neighborhood.
   Afterwards, walk along Enning Road, lined with Qilou (traditional arcade buildings), it reflects a unique Lingnan style designed for shade and shelter from the rain. Your guide will share how this architecture shaped daily life in old Xiguan.
2. Yong Qing Fang
   1h
   From the 18th to the mid 19th century,it is the only place where foreign traders were permitted to set up their warehouse and factories—a reminder of Guangzhou’s colonial history. Now it is connected to the rest of th city by a series of bridges.The park area along the river is a great place for sightseeing.
3. 20m
   Visit the Bruce Lee Ancestral Home and learn about the legendary martial artist's family roots in Guangzhou. Through photographs, personal stories, and historical displays, discover how Bruce Lee's connection to the city became part of his remarkable legacy.
4. Shamian Island
   1h
   Continue to Shamian Island, once a foreign concession, the island offers a completely different atmosphere from Old Xiguan. European-style buildings and tree-lined streets create a calm setting, distinct from the lively local life you experienced earlier. As you walk through its quiet avenues, your guide will share stories about Guangzhou's international past and how East and West once coexisted along the Pearl River. From the waterfront, enjoy beautiful views across the Pearl River, where the historic surroundings contrast with the city's modern skyline.
   
   The tour ends here. You may choose to continue walking along the Pearl River at your own pace. Your guide will be happy to recommend nearby restaurants or help you take the metro back to your hotel.
5. 1h · Admission ticket not included
   If "Pearl River Cruise" option is selected, after the heritage city walk, step aboard a comfortable cruise and glide along the Pearl River as the city lights come alive.
   From the open deck, enjoy panoramic views of illuminated bridges, glowing riverside landmarks, and the iconic Canton Tower skyline. The river reflects the city's transformation from historic streets to a modern metropolis, creating a striking contrast between old and new Guangzhou at night.
   
   After the cruise, your guide will assist you with directions to the nearest metro station and ensure a smooth return to your hotel.

Pickup details

Your guide will be waiting in your hotel lobby with a name sign. Please enter your hotel at the time of booking.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult