[2025 Guangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Guangzhou Library (Updated Jun)

A 28hrs Whirlwind Food & Culture Adventure For transit warriors who want to experience the city's soul in one glorious day/night Evening (5PM-10PM) - Lights, Bites & Heights ⏰ 6:00PM Beijing Road Night Market Must-try street foods: - Ngau Chap (Spiced beef offal stew) - queues are always long with these food stalls so you will defo easily spot them. - Cheung Fun (Silky rice rolls) - best with peanut sauce - Put Zai Go (Sweet pudding in clay bowls) - childhood favorite of locals Fun fact: 🤯 This shopping street hides 2,000-year-old Song Dynasty ruins beneath glass walkways! ⏰ 7:30 PM Da Fo Temple 🛕 Visit when the 🏮lanterns 🏮 illuminate the temple grounds 👍🏽 🙏🏽 Do: Light incense (small donation appreciated) 🚫🙅🏻♀️Don't: Wear revealing clothing or loud shoes ⏰ 8:45 PM Canton Tower with Bubble Tram Pro tip: Book tickets online to skip lines Thrill option: Walk the 488m outdoor glass platform Fun fact: The tower's waist "shrinks" at night due to LED light tricks ⏰ 10:00PM Hotel check-in Smart choice: Stay near metro stations like Tianhe or Zhujiang New Town ➡️ Next Morning (7AM-12PM) 😌 Soul & Scalp Revival 💆🏻♀️ ⏰ 8:30AM Sacred Heart Cathedral Best for: Peaceful morning photos with soft lighting Note: Shoulders and knees should be covered ⏰ 11:30AM Head Spa Treatment ¥138 gets you: - Herbal head massage - Luxury shampoo experience - Shoulder/neck relaxation - Hair Blow Dry ⏰ 4:45pm Depart 🚅 🛫 **Essential Travel Tips** - Use Alipay/WeChat for metro tickets (scan QR codes) These apps are widely used in China (cash still accepted) - Pre-book early morning Didi rides - Pre-book Canton Tower tickets (package offers in diff apps) - Airport Express (Line 3) takes just 30 minutes - Be adventurous, keep walking and exploring areas you might find something interesting or a hidden gem tucked away from the bustling city. "Guangzhou proves you don't need days to fall for a city - just 28 hours of delicious adventures!" But sure theres a lot more to explore! #GuangzhouStopover #EfficientTravel #CantoneseFlavors #GuangzhouTravel #tripmoments #tripmoments #tripblazers #chinatravel #discoverchina

#chinatravelitinerary Ready for a taste of Southern China? 🌶️🍚 Guangdong, especially Guangzhou, is a vibrant city full of culture, delicious food, modern charm! Here’s a relaxed 2-day itinerary for your easy trip from Beijing to Guangdong! ✈️💫 🌟 Day 1: Beijing → Guangzhou (Guangdong) ✈️ 🌅 Morning: Fly to Guangzhou 🔹 7:00 AM – Grab a quick breakfast (baozi 🥟 or jianbing 🥞). 🔹 8:00 AM – Head to Beijing Capital Airport ✈️. 🔹 9:30 AM – Flight to Guangzhou (~3 hrs). 🔹 12:00 PM – Arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport! Take a taxi or metro to your hotel 🏨 and drop off your bags. 🏙️ Afternoon: Explore Canton Tower & Zhujiang New Town 🔹 1:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant! Try Dim Sum (点心) 🍤🥢 and Cantonese roasted goose (烧鹅)! 🔹 2:30 PM – Visit Canton Tower (广州塔) 🏙️—one of the tallest towers in the world! Take the observation deck for incredible views of the city! 🌇 🔹 4:00 PM – Explore Zhujiang New Town 🏙️—the modern heart of Guangzhou. Walk around the Huacheng Square, and see Guangzhou Library and Guangdong Museum. 🌙 Evening: Shamian Island & Pearl River Night Cruise 🔹 6:00 PM – Head to Shamian Island 🌳—a peaceful area with European-style architecture. Perfect for a relaxing stroll along the river and a dinner break. 🔹 7:30 PM – Enjoy a Pearl River Night Cruise 🚢—so beautiful, especially with the lights on the Canton Tower and the city skyline! 🌟🌙 🌟 Day 2: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall & Local Food Adventures 🌅 Morning: Chen Clan Ancestral Hall & Yuexiu Park 🔹 8:00 AM – Have breakfast at a local spot (maybe some congee or steamed buns). 🍜🥠 🔹 9:00 AM – Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (陈家祠)—a gorgeous traditional building with fine wood carvings and stone sculptures 🏯. 🔹 11:00 AM – Head to Yuexiu Park 🏞️—it’s the biggest park in Guangzhou! Walk around the Five Rams Sculpture and enjoy the peaceful green space. 🌳 🍽️ Lunch: Explore Local Food 🔹 12:30 PM – Lunch! Time to dive into Cantonese hotpot or wonton noodles (云吞面) 🥢. Don’t miss the fresh seafood 🦑. 🌄 Afternoon: Visit the Sacred Heart Cathedral & Departure 🔹 2:00 PM – Visit Sacred Heart Cathedral (圣心大教堂) 🏰—a beautiful Gothic-style church in the heart of Guangzhou! 🔹 3:30 PM – Head to Beijing Road Pedestrian Street 🛍️—shop for souvenirs and explore the local shops! 🔹 5:00 PM – Grab a quick snack (maybe fried dumplings or milk tea 🧋) before heading to the airport. ✈️ Evening: Flight Back to Beijing 🔹 6:30 PM – Head to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport ✈️ for your return flight to Beijing (~3 hrs). 🔹 10:00 PM – Arrive back in Beijing, tired but happy from your adventure in Guangdong! 🌆💖 ✨ Final Tips! ✅ Wear comfy shoes 👟—you’ll be walking around a lot! ✅ Stay hydrated 💧—the weather in Guangzhou can be hot and humid, especially in summer. ✅ Try the street food 🍡—Guangzhou has amazing street eats! #travelplan #travel #china #staycation #chinatrip

A visit to Huacheng Square is a must-do for any visitor to Guangzhou. Stroll past Zaha Hadid’s futuristic Guangzhou Opera House, where the curves of the architecture seem to dance in the sunlight. Admire the sleek designs of Guangzhou Library, Guangdong Museum and the 2010 Asian Games opening stadium; all a true testament to modern artistry. For the best photos of the iconic Canton Tower, head to the Pearl River promenade—its reflection on the water, especially during golden hour, is breathtaking. Don’t miss the chance to grab a coffee from a nearby café and people-watch; there’s always something captivating happening. You’ll leave with a heart full of memories and a camera roll bursting with stunning shots! #guangzhou #china #discoverchina #travel #photography

#chinatrip Guangzhou Library is one of the places to visit for tourist! By the outlook of the library, is it attractive enough for people to come by for visit. This library is actually nearby Guangzhou museum where it is just about 5mins walking distance. If you would ask me, I suggest to bring umbrella along! This place is huge and full of books and even some are in CD form, for those who like books can drop by here!

#goingplaces First time visiting and super amazed with the architecture and the design of this public library in Guangzhou!!! Not really a place for the foreign tourists to visit to but it is quite a popular and breathtaking spot for the local adults and kids to hang out as there are several floors available with large amount of books offering. There is also some dedicated quiet workspace for FREE!! Overall experience: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

#FlyTravelWithTrip Review of Guangzhou Travel 3 Days 2 Nights 2024 China Visa Free, 10 Places to Eat, Travel, and Take Amazing Photo Spots📸 Girls Must Love💖 Shopping for Beautiful Outfits at Great Prices, Eating at Delicious Local and Michelin Guide Restaurants for Tens of Baht!🌟 📌 Highlights of Guangzhou that You Shouldn't Miss!! ✅ Guangzhou Opera House ✅ Guangzhou Library🏢 ✅ Guangzhou Circle ✅ UniversalEEL🍱 Eel rice ✅ Zhujiang New Town 🏙 ✅ Lumina Guangzhou escalator corner ✅ Sacred Heart Cathedral 🕍 ✅ Guangzhou Baima Garden Market🧥 ✅ Canton Tower, ride the Bubble Tram🗼 ✅ Yuxi Shuzhai, the most amazing library 📸 ----------------------------------- 🎯 Budget per person (3 days 2 nights) ✈ Round-trip airfare = 5,000 baht 🏢 2-night accommodation including breakfast = 1,500 baht 🗼 Canton Tower + tram entrance fee = 1,450 baht 🍜 Food + drinks = 2,000 baht 🚈 Subway travel = 500 baht ✴ Total expenses = 10,450 baht #ChinaReview #GuangzhouReview #GuangzhouTravel #ChinaTravel #ChinaTravel #Guangzhou #Guangzhou

#GreaterBayAreaFun #Guangzhou The new library in Guangzhou is a very special gray building. Walking in from Huacheng Square is like walking into the "Book Stack Mountain". It has become one of the famous landmarks of Guangzhou. ✅ Detailed address: No. 89, Huacheng Avenue, Tianhe District, Guangzhou ✅ Transportation Route: Metro APM Line Grand Theater Station ✅Opening hours: 9am to 9pm, closed on Wednesdays

The new Guangzhou Library is located on the bank of the Pearl River, at Huacheng Square where the new central axis of Guangzhou city and the Pearl River landscape axis intersect. Huacheng Square is the "city living room" that the Guangzhou Municipal Government has worked hard to build, and the Guangzhou Library is the cultural window of the "city living room". The new library is designed with "beautiful books" as its design concept. It relies on the landscape of the city's new central axis, takes an east-west orientation, has north-south towers, and a unique "Z"-shaped elegant shape. It highlights the layered architectural texture, implies the overlapping of books and the accumulation of historical culture, and incorporates cultural elements such as arcades, reflecting the characteristics of Lingnan architectural art. #Guangzhou Library

#大湾区玩乐 The new Guangzhou Library is located in Huacheng Square. The building has a unique appearance. The layers of stone are stacked like piled books, and the whole library looks like an open book. You need to go through security to enter the library. Also, the library is not a tourist attraction, so please remember to speak softly if you enter to visit. 📍Address: No. 89 Huacheng Avenue, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 🚇Public transportation: Metro APM Line Grand Theater Station 🕒Opening hours: 9:00-21:00 (closed on Wednesdays)

Guangzhou Library is a public library for everyone to experience the beauty of a book and to create a reading culture for public...There is so many books for everyone to explore and read to understand everything in this world.. Address - 4 Zhujiang East Road, Tianhe, Guangzhou Ambiance/Facilities - Cozy, Comfort Highlights - Library Avg. Price per Person - Free Rating - 4.5 out of 5 TIPS: Admission is free and there are many floors to explore. #mytripvlog#awesomepic#library#books

Location: Tianhe, Guangzhou city. Getting there: Take the subway to Hua Cheng Da Dao and you'll be in the heart of the city. This area is filled with shopping malls, tall buildings, opera houses, libraries and riverfront walks. I enjoyed walking down to the bridge and photographing the tall buildings, including Guangzhou tower. You can also walk to the nearby park to enjoy the flowers and snap away. Lots of eateries and coffee shops all around this area.

#Mainland China Attractions Guangzhou Library is located on Zhujiang East Road, Guangzhou. It is the cultural window of Guangzhou, covers an area of ​​21,000 square meters and has a total construction area of ​​98,000 square meters. It is one of the landmark buildings on the central axis of Guangzhou. The building has an elegant “book”-like shape through precise volumetric division, and the random stacking of layers of stone on the exterior reminds people of stacked books. When entering the library, people feel like they are traveling in a mountain and valley of books formed by 3.5 million open-shelf books - this is the visual effect presented by the Guangzhou Library, and it is worth your exploration. Opening hours: 10:00-16:00 Ticket price: Free admission

Address - Xing Sheng Lu, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province 😎 Ambiance/Facilities - Amazing ambiance. Great service , good food and people here. Highlights - CUISINES : Turkish, Middle Eastern. SPECIAL DIETS : Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal. Nice Turkish restaurant at Guangzhou. Few minutes walk from Liede station on Line 5. This place has outdoor dining space and sheesha. The food was good too. Atmosphere : casual & cozy. can also Dine-in & Takeaway. Avg. Price per Person - A$12 - A$30 Rating - for the rate if I count from 5, this one around 4.1 😋 you can try and enjoy 🤪 #travelguide#café#culturalattractions

Unmissable Works from the "Raffeallo: Opera Omnia" Exhibition in the Guangzhou Library "Madonna and Child" is Raffeallo's first-ever work, painted when he was not even 20 years old, and " Transfiguration" was completed in the last few days of his life.

It’s a modern structure built to mold minds that I usually end up browsing for English books and magazines to while away my time.

On a Sunday afternoon we give thanks unto the Lord followed by a visit to the Guangzhou library to fill the mind. Joyful in Happy Monk to end the day.

#gzonbudget Beneath its crystalline geometric facade, 10 million volumes converse—from 14th-century Pearl River maps to AI-curated reading lists, all floating above a sunken Lingnan water garden. ✔ BEYOND BOOKS → Cantonese Story Cube – Oral histories projected onto origami screens → Robot Librarians – Whizzing between floors with requested titles → Hidden Gem: The "Guangfu Dialect" audio archive ✔ WHY THIS LIBRARY? ✅ Architectural Marvel – Tiered terraces mimicking rice paddies + microchip circuits ✅ 24/7 Cyber Hall – Self-checkout, VR reading pods, and drone book returns ✅ Cultural DNA– 1:1 replica Xiguan mansion reading room with mahogany carvings 📍 Address: 4 Zhujiang East Road (CBD’s cultural heart)

Rising gracefully beside Huacheng Square in Zhujiang New Town, Guangzhou Library’s striking twin-tower design resembles an open book, embodying the concept of “Beautiful Books.” Conceived by Nikken Sekkei, the architecture forms a unique ‘之’-shaped silhouette—layers of angled glass and cascading terraces that echo the overlap of culture and history, while nodding to traditional Lingnan arcade aesthetics . Step inside to discover a soaring atrium that connects public spaces from the ground floor up through multiple levels. The central “Book Mountain” invites you to wander terraced reading areas equipped with 4,500 seats, 686 public computers, and panoramic views of Canton Tower. Specialized zones—children, media, reference, study rooms, and more—ensure a tailor-made experience for every reader . More than just books, the library is a bustling cultural hub: you can borrow physical or digital resources, attend exhibitions and lectures, enjoy art appreciation, and explore multilingual media—all free of charge. Innovative services like RFID self-checkout, automated sorting, and city-wide interlibrary borrowing empower visitors with convenience and choice . Open daily except Wednesdays (9 am–9 pm), and just a short walk from Zhujiang New Town Metro or APM Line, this institution draws an average of 27,000 daily visitors, loaning over 37,000 items per day. Its collection of over 11 million volumes cements Guangzhou Library as one of the world’s largest city libraries and a vital “living room” for community engagement, lifelong learning, and cultural connection . #gzonbudget

#gzonbudget Guangzhou Tower, Da Fo Temple, Tianhe Commercial Plaza, Guangzhou Library and Yong Qing Fang are my recommended places to go in Guangzhou China! These places could be free to enter but distance are quite far apart, do plan the route carefully. 🏖️Ambiance/Facilities: 8/10 ⭐️ Overall Rating: 9/10 🕥 Operation Hour: 12am - 12am 📍Address: Guangzhou, China 💰 Average Price Per Person: RM0 🚗 Parking Availability: Travel by train

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#TravelChina Guangzhou Library, a large library in the heart of the city There are books for all ages, from children to adults The zones are arranged in an orderly manner There are many people using the service, but the atmosphere is quiet It is very suitable for sitting and working or reading a book 🚄 Located in Huacheng Square, take the APM subway line and get off at Guangzhou Opera House Station. Nearby, you can walk to the Guangdong Museum, Guangzhou Opera House and see the Canton Tower 🕰️Opening hours: 9:00-21:00, closed on Wednesdays 💰Average price per person: Free admission #guangzhoulibrary

Start your day at Flower City Square, also known as Huacheng Square (花城广场), the largest city square in Guangzhou. Located in Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District, this is a great place to take a stroll and take in the city’s modern atmosphere, with skyscrapers surrounding the event space and large parks. Below the square, you can walk down to the Mall of the World, a large underground shopping mall filled with shops, cafes and restaurants. You can stop by to do some shopping or have lunch here. In the afternoon, visit the Guangzhou Library (广州图书馆), which is located nearby. This city library is notable for its futuristic architecture and unique design. Inside, the library is filled with digital technology that reflects the advancement and vision of Guangzhou’s future. In the evening, Huacheng Square transforms into a space filled with lights. The surrounding skyscrapers are lit up with LED lights, creating a romantic and lively atmosphere. It is a great time to take a stroll, take photos and soak up the city’s beauty at night. End the day with a stroll along the Pearl River to enjoy the view from Liede Bridge (猎德大桥), which features a LED light painting that changes with the seasons and festivals. As the lights from the bridge reflect on the water and the cityscape in the background, it creates a beautiful, romantic and memorable night scene. It's the perfect way to end a day in the charming metropolis of Guangzhou. #guangzhou

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: 广州图书馆 (Guangzhou Library) The moment I first saw the Guangzhou Library, I thought, ‘Is this a library?’ The exterior was overwhelming with its modern and artistic design, and the interior was like a luxurious hotel lobby. There were various spaces on each floor, and it felt like a complex cultural space with exhibition halls, reading rooms, cafes, and performance halls! There were a lot of materials, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that it had almost all the books I was looking for, from Chinese history books to foreign originals. This was my first time seeing such a large and well-decorated library. It really felt like the ‘king of libraries’! #GuangzhouLibrary #LibraryExterior #LibraryArchitecture #GuangzhouHotPlace #CulturalSpace #ChineseLibrarySize

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: Guangzhou Library The center of the Guangzhou Library is connected by escalators, and the view from the top was truly spectacular! People could be seen between the bookshelves, and each floor had a different theme, so it felt like a huge cultural forest. In particular, the view of the central hall on the first floor from the third floor was something I really wanted to take a picture of. The architectural structure itself is a work of art. People reading books, people studying, people walking around... Each and every one of them made the library a living space. #GuangzhouLibrary #EscalatorView #GuangzhouScenery #LibraryViewRestaurants #ArchitecturalAesthetics #LibraryTravel

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: 广州图书馆 (Guangzhou Library) This library has a main entrance and a back entrance! The main entrance is the most famous entrance with the Guangzhou Tower nearby, but if you go to the back entrance, there are less crowds and it is easier to enter. If you enter the main entrance, you will immediately see the information desk and exhibition space. The back entrance is a little quieter and allows you to directly access the inside of the library, so I recommend using the back entrance for those who are studying or looking for a quiet space. Both entrances are well-marked, and it is easy to enter if you check in with a QR code! #GuangzhouLibrary #EntryTips #DifferenceBetweenMainEntryAndBackEntry #GuangzhouExploration #LibraryInformation #HowToEntryChineseLibraries

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: 广州图书馆 (Guangzhou Library) One of the special things about Guangzhou Library is that the children's library and adult library are clearly separated! Perhaps it reflects the Chinese cultural characteristics of many families visiting, so the children's space is decorated with cute and colorful colors. On the other hand, the adult library has a quiet and calm atmosphere, full of bookshelves and abundant materials. It's great for focusing because the space is separate. A structure where children can enjoy books and time in their own way and adults can enjoy books in their own way! I thought it would be good if this kind of arrangement was introduced to Korean libraries. #GuangzhouLibrary #Children'sLibrary #AdultLibrary #LibraryDesign #ChineseLibrary #GuangzhouTravel #GoodDayToRead

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: 广州图书馆 (Guangzhou Library) I headed to the library as soon as the weekend came, and surprisingly, the entrance was packed with people! The library was full on a holiday. Is this true about the passionate study atmosphere of Guangzhou people? All the seats in the reading room, study zone, and children's library were full, and there were even people waiting in line. The diverse atmosphere of people reading books, studying, and couples visiting the library as if on a date was really impressive. This library is not just a place to read books, but it seems to be a 'cultural life space' itself for Guangzhou citizens. #GuangzhouLibrary #ChineseLibraryCulture #WeekendLibrary #StudyAtmosphere #BustlingLibrary #GuangzhouTravelCourse #CulturalLife

#HawaiiFlightEvent Location: Guangzhou Library When you want to focus on your studies, there is no better place to study! The self-study zone on the first basement floor is spacious and quiet, making it the perfect place to study alone. There are enough outlets and the lighting is soft and well-equipped, so your eyes won't get tired even if you sit there all day. There were more people bringing laptops than people reading books here. There is also a reading room, but this self-zone is better because it is quiet and allows you to focus on your work. There is also a separate bag storage, so you can study without worrying about your luggage! Come here when you want to study in Guangzhou. #GuangzhouLibrary #GoodPlaceToStudy #StudyCafeDaesinLibrary #GuangzhouSelfStudyZone #ChineseLibraryExploration #HongkongLe #中图 #Tianhe #OverseasTravel

Review of Guangzhou Library Initially, I just wanted to admire the beautiful architecture, but I ended up discovering a peaceful haven in the bustling city that should not be missed. Located in the heart of Guangzhou, right by the Pearl River and near the Canton Tower, the library is easily accessible via MRT. Simply get off at Zhujiang New Town station and take a short walk. The exterior of the building is modern and striking, resembling giant bookshelves arranged in geometric shapes—an understated yet impressive design. Inside, you'll find a spacious, airy, and tranquil environment. The cool air conditioning and natural light streaming through large glass windows create a warm and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for resting, reading, or simply sitting quietly after a day of exploring. There are plenty of seating options, including single desks, cozy sofa corners, and window-side chairs. A favorite spot for many is the reading area with a view of the Pearl River and Guangzhou city from above—a surprisingly serene and beautiful perspective. No ID or passport is required to enter; you can simply walk in and enjoy. It's an ideal destination for travelers looking to escape the city's hustle and immerse themselves in the simplicity and beauty of a reading culture. In summary, Guangzhou Library is not just a place to store books; it's a peaceful retreat in the city that offers unexpected beauty and inspiration.