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Free audio walking tours of Guangzhou
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Guangzhou, China, from 1 h 30 to 3 h 30. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Guangzhou Express
Canton Tower and the modern district
- Canton TowerWelcome to the Canton Tower, one of the most distinctive skyscrapers in the world with its 'waist-line' or hourglass silhouette. Standing at 600 meters tall, it was the world's tallest TV tower when it opened in 2010.
- Flower City SquareThis is Huacheng Square, or Flower City Square, the vibrant heart of New Guangzhou. This immense urban square is surrounded by the city's tallest skyscrapers, such as the CTF Finance Centre.
- Guangzhou Opera HouseYou are looking at the Guangzhou Opera House, an avant-garde landmark designed by the world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Its shape evokes two pebbles polished and smoothed by the waters of the nearby Pearl River.
Guangzhou Heritage
Ancestral temples and colonial architecture
- Chen Clan Ancestral HallThis is the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, a masterpiece of traditional Qing Dynasty architecture. Built in the late 19th century, this complex served as both a sanctuary and a school for the 72 clans of the Chen family.
- Temple of the Six Banyan TreesWelcome to the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, a millennium-old Buddhist sanctuary in the heart of the old town. Founded in 537, it was famously named by the great poet Su Dongpo, who was struck by the beauty of the banyan trees in its garden.
- Shamian IslandWelcome to Shamian Island, a tranquil European enclave in the heart of bustling Guangzhou. A former French and British colonial concession from the 19th century, this small sandy island has preserved its avenues lined with ancient trees and its Victorian-style, neoclassical, and Rococo buildings.
Complete Guangzhou
The ultimate flower city tour
- Baiyun MountainWelcome to Baiyun Mountain, Guangzhou's 'green lung,' whose name means 'White Cloud.' This mountain range spans over 20 square kilometers and offers a peaceful natural refuge from the urban bustle. From Moxing Peak, you can enjoy a spectacular panorama of the entire city, especially striking when the morning mist…
- Chen Clan HallThis is the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, a masterpiece of traditional Qing Dynasty architecture. Built in the late 19th century, this complex served as both a sanctuary and a school for the 72 clans of the Chen family.
- Six Banyan TreesWelcome to the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, a millennium-old Buddhist sanctuary in the heart of the old town. Founded in 537, it was famously named by the great poet Su Dongpo, who was struck by the beauty of the banyan trees in its garden.
- Shamian IslandWelcome to Shamian Island, a tranquil European enclave in the heart of bustling Guangzhou. A former French and British colonial concession from the 19th century, this small sandy island has preserved its avenues lined with ancient trees and its Victorian-style, neoclassical, and Rococo buildings.
- Flower City SquareThis is Huacheng Square, or Flower City Square, the vibrant heart of New Guangzhou. This immense urban square is surrounded by the city's tallest skyscrapers, such as the CTF Finance Centre.
- Canton TowerWelcome to the Canton Tower, one of the most distinctive skyscrapers in the world with its 'waist-line' or hourglass silhouette. Standing at 600 meters tall, it was the world's tallest TV tower when it opened in 2010.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Guangzhou?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Guangzhou: Guangzhou Express (3 stops, about 1 h 30); Guangzhou Heritage (3 stops, about 2 h); Complete Guangzhou (6 stops, about 3 h 30). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Guangzhou audio tours visit?
- Stops include Canton Tower, Flower City Square, Guangzhou Opera House, Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, Shamian Island, Baiyun Mountain, Chen Clan Hall, Six Banyan Trees.
- How long does a walking tour of Guangzhou take?
- The Guangzhou tours take from 1 h 30 to 3 h 30, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Guangzhou?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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