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Guangzhou

Use terminal-specific airport guidance and foreign-card metro access to explore Xiguan heritage, Shamian and a compact local food route.

Last verified 2026-06-29
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Plan your arrival journey
first visit

Guangzhou essentials: Xiguan heritage and Shamian

Est. Full day · 6 km walking

transit

Baiyun Airport to central Guangzhou: a cautious transit day

Est. 8-10 hours outside the airport · 4 km walking

go deeper

A local Guangzhou food walk through Xiguan

Est. Half day · 5 km walking

Practical essentials

Before you go

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How to ride Guangzhou Metro with a foreign bank card

Guangzhou supports tap-to-ride payment with international bank cards at nearly 400 metro stations. Confirm your card is accepted and keep a backup payment method.

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Guangzhou attraction planning: old city and public spaces

Check the venue's current official notice before entering any ticketed attraction. Build the rest of the day around flexible public areas such as Xiguan streets and Shamian.

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Guangzhou Baiyun Airport transfer by terminal

Confirm whether your flight uses Terminal 1, 2 or 3 before choosing the metro route. Terminal 3 currently connects to Gaozeng Station by airport shuttle.