Discover Guangzhou from its traditional roots to its modern cityscape and future vision on this private customized tour. Explore Lingnan culture at the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Liurong Temple, Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall, and Lizhiwan, then see modern Guangzhou around Zhujiang New Town and Canton Tower. Finish with cutting-edge experiences such as autonomous driving and drone delivery, offering a unique look at Guangzhou's past, present, and future. • Enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and pace. • Explore Lingnan culture and the traditional charm of old Guangzhou. • Admire iconic landmarks and the modern skyline of Guangzhou. • Experience cutting-edge technology with autonomous driving and drone delivery. • Learn about Guangzhou's history and culture with a knowledgeable local guide.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $298.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Go beyond traditional sightseeing and discover the two sides of Guangzhou. Explore its historic landmarks and Lingnan culture, then experience cutting-edge technology in everyday city life. See how autonomous driving is transforming urban mobility as you experience a Robotaxi on Guangzhou’s streets, and witness drone delivery in action as food and drinks are transported through the air to designated delivery points. Together, these experiences offer a unique look at how Guangzhou is embracing the future.
Start your exploration of Guangzhou at the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, a famous example of traditional Lingnan architecture. Admire its intricate wood, stone, and ceramic carvings while your guide shares the history and cultural heritage of this historic site, which is closed on Tuesdays, so you may choose another attraction to visit instead.
Explore Lizhiwan and experience the traditional Xiguan charm of Guangzhou. Stroll along the winding waterways, admiring elegant bridges, Lingnan-style buildings, and historic streets while learning about the area's culture and traditional way of life.
A world famous ancient Buddhist temple, built 1460 years ago. The pagoda in it is quite colorful and houses some thousand Buddha statues, thus it has got another name "Thousand-Buddha Pagoda." The ancient temple features a towering colorful pagoda, luxuriant trees and historic and cultural relics. Because of the splendid pagoda, this temple was selected as one of the top ten scenic spots in Guangzhou.
Visit Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall, one of Guangzhou's most important landmarks and a tribute to Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Admire its distinctive Chinese architectural design while your guide shares the history of the memorial hall and its significance to modern Chinese history.
Continue to Zhujiang New Town and experience the energy of modern Guangzhou. Admire landmarks such as Canton Tower, Guangzhou Opera House, and Guangzhou Library, and learn how Guangzhou has developed from a traditional Lingnan city into a modern international metropolis. On a clear day, you can choose to visit the observation deck of Canton Tower for panoramic views of the city.
From traditional Lingnan culture to modern city landmarks, the tour concludes with a glimpse into the future of urban life in Guangzhou. Experience cutting-edge technologies such as autonomous driving and drone delivery, and see how technology is becoming part of everyday life while discovering another side of Guangzhou's changing and evolving cityscape.
Your English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in central Guangzhou（located in Tianhe, Haizhu, Yuexiu, and Liwan districts）
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Guangzhou Old & New: Culture, Landmarks & Tech Experience lasts about 4–8 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $166 per person for this Guangzhou experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $298. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 12:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Your English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in central Guangzhou（located in Tianhe, Haizhu, Yuexiu, and Liwan districts） Pickup points include Xiang Yang Apartment Guangzhou Jinyuan Guoji Gongguan, Baihe International Hotel Apartment Guangzhou Yanjiang Finance Building.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Trippest Travel.
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<p>The tour guide was very thoughtful to begin the tour slightly later than scheduled after she found out that I had arrived late the previous night. The conduct of the tour was smooth, and the guide had an excellent command of the English language. She was also very knowledgeable. An overall excellent tour!</p>
<p>We had a really lovely day.Great sight seeing,A guide who spoke excellent English.In around 7 hours including lunch we gained an excellent working knowledge of Guangzhou,its history,culture and future.Would strongly recommend this tour ,especially if Beatrice is the guide</p>
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou Old & New: Culture, Landmarks & Tech Experience | 4–8 hours | 5.0 (2) | $166 | |
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