1. Basic Information

Opening Hours ​

Canton Tower is open all year round, with specific opening hours from 09:30 to 22:30, and ticket sales and entry to the tower will be stopped at 22:00. However, during special holidays or events, the opening hours may be adjusted. It is recommended to check and confirm on the official website or related travel apps in advance to avoid delays. ​

Ticket Price ​

Canton Tower tickets are rich in variety, covering a variety of tour combinations to meet the needs of different tourists. ​

Sightseeing Tickets: ​

Baiyun Starry Sky Sightseeing Ticket (428m Baiyun Sightseeing Hall + 433m Starry Sky Sightseeing Hall), the price is usually around 150-180 yuan. Here, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Guangzhou through the fully transparent glass suspended corridor and feel the unique charm of high-altitude viewing. ​

Tickets for the 450-meter outdoor viewing platform cost about 228 yuan. Standing at this height, you can enjoy a 360-degree barrier-free view of Guangzhou, clearly appreciate the steel structure details of the Guangzhou Tower, and take intimate photos with the tower. ​

Amusement packages: ​

Ferris wheel amusement package (including Baiyun Starry Sky Sightseeing + Ferris wheel), the price is about 298 yuan. Take the world's tallest horizontal Ferris wheel, slowly turning, and take in the magnificent scenery of Guangzhou City, which is extraordinary and romantic. ​

Extreme Sky amusement package (including Baiyun Starry Sky Sightseeing + Extreme Sky), the price is about 328 yuan. Extreme Sky is known as the "floor jumping machine", falling at high speed from a height of 488 meters, bringing a thrilling and exciting experience, which makes tourists who pursue excitement very addicted.​

Other packages: There are also packages that include restaurant dining, science tours and other projects. The prices range from a few hundred yuan to thousands of yuan. You can choose according to your own preferences and budget. There are various channels for purchasing tickets. You can buy them on the official website of Guangzhou Tower and the official WeChat public account to enjoy the convenient electronic ticket service; you can also book them on major regular travel platforms. Some platforms may launch preferential activities. Booking in advance may save you a lot of money.

2. Super convenient transportation

Address​

Canton Tower is located at No. 222, Yuejiang West Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou. It is located at the intersection of Guangzhou's new central axis and the Pearl River landscape axis, and the transportation is very convenient. ​

Public Transportation​

Subway: Take Metro Line 3 or APM Line and get off at Guangzhou Tower Station. Line 3 can be directly reached from many popular stations such as Guangzhou East Station and Tiyuxi Road. The APM Line runs through Guangzhou's new central axis and connects many important attractions. You can see Guangzhou Tower directly when you come out of the subway station. After exiting the station, you can walk to the entrance of the scenic spot in a few minutes. ​

Bus: There are many bus lines that can reach the vicinity of Guangzhou Tower, such as Line 11, Line 262, and Tourism Line 1. After getting off at the Guangzhou Tower bus stop, walk to the scenic spot according to the signs. Bus travel is economical and affordable, and you can also enjoy the city streetscape of Guangzhou along the way, but there may be congestion during peak hours in the morning and evening, so you need to reserve enough travel time. ​

Self-driving​

If you choose to drive yourself, you can navigate directly to Guangzhou Tower. However, please note that there are limited parking spaces around the Guangzhou Tower, and parking may be difficult during peak hours such as holidays. There are parking lots around the scenic area, and the parking fee is calculated based on the parking time, generally ranging from 10 to 20 yuan per hour. Due to the complex traffic conditions in the surrounding area, in order to avoid unnecessary trouble, it is recommended to choose public transportation.

3. Tours

Sightseeing experience​

White Cloud Starry Sky Sightseeing Hall: Located at 428 meters and 433 meters of Guangzhou Tower, it is an excellent place to overlook the city landscape of Guangzhou. The hall is equipped with a fully transparent glass suspended corridor. Standing on it, it seems to be in the clouds, and the city streets, vehicles and pedestrians under your feet become small, which can bring a strong visual impact and the excitement of aerial viewing. During the day, the blue sky and white clouds and the Guangzhou Tower complement each other, and you can have a panoramic view of the prosperity of the city; at night, the lights are bright, and the entire Guangzhou city is like a sea of ​​lights, which is beautiful. ​

450-meter outdoor viewing platform: This is one of the best viewing locations of Guangzhou Tower, where you can appreciate the unique charm of Guangzhou Tower and the whole picture of Guangzhou City from all directions. The platform surrounds the tower, providing visitors with a 360-degree barrier-free view. The photos taken here are extremely visually shocking. Whether it is with the blue sky and white clouds as the background or the dazzling city night view as the background, you can easily take stunning blockbusters. At the same time, you can also capture the beautiful scenery of the Pearl River in the distance and the city’s landmark buildings, making the content of the photos richer and more diverse.​

Rides​

Ferris wheel: As the world's tallest horizontal Ferris wheel, it is located 450 meters above the Guangzhou Tower. It consists of 16 "crystal" sightseeing spherical cabins, each of which can accommodate 4-6 people. Riding the Ferris wheel, you can enjoy the city scenery of Guangzhou from different angles as it slowly rotates. When night falls and the lights come on, the Ferris wheel and the night view of the Guangzhou Tower and the surrounding area complement each other, creating a romantic atmosphere that is very suitable for couples to experience together. ​

Speedy Sky: This is a very challenging amusement project, known as the "world's tallest jumping machine". Falling at high speed from a height of 488 meters, in just a few seconds, you can experience the thrill of free fall, which makes people's heartbeats accelerate and scream constantly. For tourists who like to challenge their limits, this is definitely a project not to be missed. However, it should be noted that people with heart disease, high blood pressure or other diseases or physical discomfort are not recommended to participate. ​

Spider-Man Plank Road: This is the world's tallest and longest aerial walking ladder, with a total length of about 1,000 meters, built around the Guangzhou Tower. Participants need to wear safety belts and walk slowly along the plank road. On the way, they can appreciate the steel structure of Guangzhou Tower from a close distance and feel the tension and excitement of walking at high altitude. The whole process can not only exercise the body, but also appreciate the unique scenery. It is an interesting and challenging project. However, this project has certain requirements for the physical fitness of tourists and needs to be booked in advance. ​

Popular Science Tour​

The Guangzhou Tower has a popular science tour hall, which introduces the architectural features, construction process and related popular science knowledge of Guangzhou Tower to tourists through multimedia displays and interactive experiences. Here, you can deeply understand the story behind this building and learn a wealth of knowledge about architecture, physics, etc. It is suitable for parent-child families to visit together, so that children can grow their knowledge while playing.

4. Super considerate surrounding facilities

Catering services​

There are many dining options in and around the Guangzhou Tower to meet the taste needs of different tourists. ​

Restaurants in the tower: There is a Xuanji Mediterranean buffet restaurant on the 106th floor of the Guangzhou Tower, which provides a rich variety of international cuisine. It is an ultimate enjoyment to taste the food while enjoying the unbeatable river view outside the window. The price varies according to different time periods and dining types. The lunch price is about 300-400 yuan/person, and the dinner price is about 400-500 yuan/person. In addition, there are other specialty restaurants in the tower, such as Cantonese restaurants, cafes, etc., which can be selected according to personal preferences. ​

Snacks around: There are many snack stalls and specialty shops around the Guangzhou Tower, where you can taste authentic Guangzhou cuisine, such as rice noodle rolls, beef offal, double skin milk, etc. The price is affordable and the taste is very authentic, suitable for tourists who pursue cost-effectiveness.​

Shopping experience​

Canton Tower has a souvenir shop that sells various cultural and creative products related to the Canton Tower, such as key chains, postcards, dolls, etc., which are beautifully designed and have high commemorative value. They can be used as travel souvenirs or gifts for relatives and friends. In addition, the surrounding shopping malls also have a wealth of shopping options to meet the daily shopping needs of tourists. ​

Accommodation recommendation​

If you plan to stay near the Canton Tower, there are many types of hotels to choose from. ​

High-end hotel: Guangzhou Rosewood Hotel is located in Guangzhou Chow Tai Fook Financial Center, across the river from the Canton Tower. The hotel room has a wide view and can take in the beautiful scenery of the Canton Tower and the Pearl River. The price is about 1,500-3,000 yuan per night. ​

Economy hotel: There are also many chain hotels and homestays in the surrounding area, with relatively affordable prices, ranging from 200-800 yuan per night. You can book suitable accommodation on major travel platforms according to your own budget.

Follow this guide, plan your trip in advance, buy tickets, choose the right transportation and attractions, and I believe you will have a pleasant and unforgettable time at the Guangzhou Tower. But be aware that you may encounter queues during the tour, especially during the peak tourist season. It is recommended to arrange your time reasonably and avoid peak hours