[2025 Guangzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiaozhou Village (Updated Apr)

Under an hour’s drive from central Guangzhou is Xiaozhou village, or Lingnan Water Town. This is an incredibly charming cluster of small streets along a network of waterways with hundreds of small bridges, hundred year old trees and buildings built of oyster shells. Among the tiny streets are a number of specialty coffee shops and places to eat, but despite this the area feels remarkably calm and untouched. Don’t miss the 500 year old oyster shell houses and the ancient ancestral halls. 📍Address: Xiaozhoucun, Haizhu, Guangzhou 💞Reasons to Recommend: unique and charming, good for taking photos and people-watching I used e-hailing to get here from central Guangzhou and it was very reasonable! Recommend spending half a day. #traveldiaries #chinatrip #100waysoftravel #historicallandmarks #citystroll #localfinds

Address: Located in Haizhu District, Guangzhou. Take bus No. 252 and get off at Xiaozhou Village. Features: The village was built in the late Yuan Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty. It has a history of a thousand years and still retains the characteristics of Lingnan water village. It is a natural ancient village. Walking on the bluestone road is like going back in time. This place attracted many people to check in, and I also came here because of its reputation. Rating – 4.8/5 #Overseas Travel

Record of the May Day Guangzhou trip, sharing strategies. D1: Departure, arriving in Guangzhou in the afternoon. After settling into the hotel, I went to the Canton Tower in the evening. The transportation was very convenient, with direct subway access. Taking the elevator to the 460-meter platform, there's a Ferris wheel to see the Guangzhou night view, giving a direct impression of Guangzhou. D2: A full day at Chimelong Safari Park. Compared to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom in Zhuhai, this one leans more towards a wildlife park, while Zhuhai leans more towards marine animals. I spent the day checking the official WeChat account for show information, experiencing the rides, and seeing the animals. Just in time for the evening, I watched the Guangzhou Chimelong International Circus. Compared to the Chimelong Hengqin International Circus City and the Chimelong International Circus in Zhuhai, I personally prefer the Zhuhai Chimelong Circus, but both are wonderful and worth seeing, especially for children who are very excited. D3: In the morning, we had morning tea at Panxi Restaurant (Litchi Bay Branch). With its garden-style layout, it happened to be raining, giving it a very Jiangnan and beautiful feel. The dim sum was all good, and it was very pleasant to eat morning tea while watching the rainy scenery in the garden. Afterward, we strolled around Yongqing Fang and then went to Shamian Island. The architecture of Shamian Island is very suitable for street photography, with scenery everywhere. D4: The long-awaited Sacred Heart Cathedral. A Gothic building, not large but very beautiful, and very suitable for taking pictures. The streets around the church are also very suitable for strolling around. In the evening, we went to the Zhujiang Party Pier Beer Culture and Creative Art Zone under the Canton Tower for dinner, enjoying the river view by the Pearl River. D5: We visited Xiaozhou Village, an ancient village in Guangdong Province. It was an unexpected surprise, full of life and artistic atmosphere. Strolling around was very quiet and comfortable, and you could take pictures anywhere. D6: Return trip.

#chinatravelitinerary There are many ancient villages in Guangzhou, each with its own characteristics. The following below are a few ancient villages worth visiting. There is simple itinerary for 6 days, one day is for one ancient village: Xiaozhou Village: Located in Haizhu District, Guangzhou, it is known as the “Lingnan Version of Wuzhen”.A large number of Lingnan architectural styles from the Ming and Qing Dynasties are preserved here, with green bricks, gray tiles, and small bridges flowing water, as if traveling back hundreds of years.Xiaozhou Village is a paradise for literary and artistic youth. It is home to many artists and creative studios. Graffiti walls, independent cafes and handmade shops can be seen everywhere.The best time to play is spring and autumn (March-May or September-November) Shawan Ancient Town: Located in Panyu District, Guangzhou City, it is known as the “living fossil of Lingnan Culture”.Shawan Ancient town is one of the important birthplace of Lingnan culture, preserving a complete pattern of streets and alleys in the Ming and Qing Dynasties and many traditional crafts.There are folk performances at every festival here, such as lion dance, floating colors, etc., which are very lively.The best time to play is all year round, and the summer evening is particularly cool. Huangpu Ancient Port: Located on the banks of Huangpu River in Haizhu District, Guangzhou City, as an important port on the ancient Maritime Silk Road, Huangpu Ancient Port carries a heavy historical memory.There are many ancient port heritage archways and old boat porridge shops, which are suitable for visiting on a sunny afternoon. Langtou Village: Located in Tanbu Town, Huadu District, Guangzhou, it is one of the largest preserved ancient Guangfu villages in Guangzhou.Langtou Village has preserved complete Ming and Qing Dynasty green brick buildings and more than 20 ancestral halls and study rooms, and is known as the “Living Lingnan Clan Culture Museum”.There are not only rich cultural exhibitions, but also rich folk customs exhibition halls, which are suitable for feeling the unique charm of Lingnan's natural beauty and intangible cultural heritage. Julong Ancient Village: Located in Fangcun, Guangzhou, Julong Ancient Village is like an unadorned Lingnan ink painting.The green brick buildings and ancient alleys are preserved here, which is suitable for slowing down and enjoying a slow-paced journey of time. Shenjing Ancient Village: Located in Guangzhou City, Shenjing Ancient Village is an ancient village with a history of 700 years. It retains many old ancestral halls and ancient alleys. It is suitable for urbanites to relax and decompress on weekends. These ancient villages not only retain a wealth of historical and cultural heritage, but also integrate modern art and cultural activities. They are a great place to experience Guangzhou's history and culture.

In 2021, I met a travel writer who had been to more than 70 countries on a teaching platform. Her name was Cha Mei. We went to Ali, Tibet together. After that, she went to Georgia to continue her world tour, and I went to Canada. Three years later, I was teaching in Leizhou, and she was visiting her family in Guangzhou. We met in Xiaozhou Village on the weekend to visit the teacher Chen we both admired. Walking into Xiaozhou Village is like walking into a folk museum. Ancient buildings such as the Jianfo Ancestral Hall and Dengying Wharf are well preserved, and century-old banyan trees can be seen everywhere. I finally saw the Xiaozhou River that appeared in my dreams many times. At night, residents sit along the river, drinking tea and chatting. Walking on the bluestone road polished by time, the strong artistic atmosphere and the human touch come from all directions. This is a place where people can easily settle down.

I have been to Xiaozhou Village five times. More than ten years ago, when I first came here, I was deeply attracted by the original and natural scenery here, and the characteristics of the water town were very obvious; the second time I came to watch the dragon boat performance and taste the dragon boat rice; later, many art trendsetters entered the village, and gradually, Xiaozhou Village became famous, and the commercial atmosphere became stronger and stronger. The third time I came, the village was like a big construction site, and construction was everywhere; the fourth time I came was for team building in the company, and I came to Yingzhou to pick fruits and have a meal, and I went into the village by the way. This time, after playing in Haizhu Wetland Park, I rode for more than ten minutes to Xiaozhou Village. After more than ten years of evolution, Xiaozhou Village has restored its natural appearance and returned to its original state. It's so nice!

Are there any wage earners like me who are tired of the intense workdays? I don’t like the fast pace and high pressure of life. I like to go to a place where I can slow down and enjoy the tranquility on weekends. I quietly recommend Xiaozhou Village in Haizhu District, Guangzhou to you. Xiaozhou Village in Guangzhou has a long history. The village was built in the late Yuan Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty and was called "Yingzhou" in ancient times. There are many ancient banyan trees, kapok trees, longan trees and mango trees planted in the village, many of which are hundreds of years old. Xiaozhou Village has preserved its complete water town pattern to this day. It is a Lingnan-style water town and the Guangzhou version of Zhouzhuang. In the early years, it was a gathering place for artists' studios and was known as an art village. Now, many studios and cafes have closed down, and there is less hustle and bustle of the city and more tranquility. Forget your worries and stress, and come and see the Lingnan version of small bridges and flowing water on the weekend Major check-in spots in the village: There is a map and route map at the north gate (Figure P13) 1️⃣Xiaozhou People's Auditorium: Soviet-style auditorium during the Great Leap Forward 2️⃣Hanmo Bridge: an ancient stone bridge from the Ming Dynasty 3️⃣Dengling Ancient Pier: 500 years of history, well preserved 4️⃣Oyster Shell House: a unique historical building in the Pearl River Delta 5️⃣ Tianhou Temple: Ancient Temple 6️⃣Yuxu Palace: Ancient Temple 🌟Food: Rose bean paste cakes, tofu pudding, fried dough sticks, fried dough sticks, rice cakes, rice dumplings, pork trotters with ginger, wedding cakes, and radish and beef offal. 🗓️Festival activities: 1️⃣Dragon Boat Festival: Receiving the new dragon boat 2️⃣ Pak Tai Temple Fair: On the third day of the third lunar month, it is the birthday of Pak Tai, and there is a traditional "Piao Se" parade. Travel outfit: Tang suit, Republic of China student uniform, or plain dress, all look great in photos. Friendly reminder: There are a lot of mosquitoes, remember to bring mosquito repellent! Tickets: Free Opening hours: Full day Tour time: Half day 🚇Subway: Take Metro Line 3 or Guangfo Line to Lijiao Station, or Guangzhou Metro Line 4 to University Town North Station, and then take a taxi for 10 minutes 🚌Bus: Guangzhou Bus No. 45, No. 252, No. 468 go directly to Xiaozhou Village Address: Huazhou Street, Haizhu District, Guangzhou Parking: Village Entrance Parking Lot, 10 Yuan

Xiaozhou Village, a photogenic place in Guangzhou, is like a paradise in the city center Xiaozhou Village is located in Haizhu District, Guangzhou City. It is found in the urban area of ​​Guangzhou. The most characteristic small village in Lingnan water town Xiaozhou Village was formerly known as Yingzhou. It was built in the late Yuan Dynasty and early Ming Dynasty. It is surrounded by water on all sides and has a dense network of rivers. If you want to experience the tranquility and leisure of the Cantonese water village, walk in the village, where the rivers meander and intersect. Small bridges of various shapes lie on the streams. The solemn ancestral halls are orderly and orderly. The ancient palaces are simple and elegant. The traditional houses are scattered. Under the shade of swaying green trees, it looks like a painting with streams, green trees, gray walls, plain tiles, etc. Ink painting with the characteristics of Lingnan water village Xiaozhou Village also has a lot of arty shops. They are more spacious than those in Gulangyu, Xiamen, and are not too crowded in Xiaozhou Village. Those literary shops will be quieter and you can be in a daze in them Everything in the village has an artistic feel, whether it is the violets in front of the door Whether it is the tables and chairs hanging on the wall of the house or the spider plants hanging on the roof in front of the door, these small objects are inconspicuous. But the exquisite art is everywhere, which is pleasing to the eye. A stressful life requires relaxation, escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city, concrete and steel. Take a trip through time and space to an ancient village

Xiaozhou Village, formerly known as "Yingzhou", is a natural village under the jurisdiction of Huazhou Street in Haizhu District, Guangzhou City. Located in the southeast of Haizhu District, surrounded by water on all sides, it resembles a small island and is a traditional village in China. Xiaozhou Village was established during the Yuan Dynasty. In the early Ming Dynasty, the Jian family migrated from Xinxiang, Henan to Xiaozhou Village and has been living there ever since. Xiaozhou Village retains a complete water town layout and enjoys the reputation of "Zhouzhuang in the north, Yingzhou in the south." The village has numerous immovable cultural heritages, including the Tianhou Palace, Yuxu Palace, ancient bridges, Dengyang ancient wharf, and the "oyster shell houses" unique to the Lingnan water network area, all of which reflect the historical evidence of the village's water-based material sourcing at the mouth of the Pearl River. After the rain, the green stone slabs further highlight the village's simple and ancient atmosphere.

Guangdong Province's ancient village Xiaozhou Village On this somewhat hot afternoon, I finally leisurely walked through the once legendary Xiaozhou Village, which was formerly known as Yingzhou. Every time I see these two characters, I am reminded of the phrase 'Sea travelers speak of Yingzhou, where the misty waves are elusive,' evoking a sense of mystery that is hard to trace. This village, established at the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, is said to be the most characteristic Lingnan water town ancient village discovered in Guangzhou city area to date. Xiaozhou Village was originally formed by the impact of seawater, hence the crisscrossing waterways within the village. Various stone bridges were built one after another for the convenience of the villagers. The Hanmo Bridge, located at the entrance of the village, was built during the Ming Dynasty and has a history of more than two hundred years. Walking into the village with friends, one can see ancient trees with lush leaves and abundant fruits. The ancestral halls are clean and serene, with the scent of incense wafting through the air, and the playful children are endearing, attracting frequent snapshots from long lenses. The children play carefree, oblivious to the laughter around them, which dispels worldly worries and dust-like thoughts in an instant. The Xixi Public Ancestral Hall, the He-er House, the Oyster Shell House, and the ancient wharf still retain their former glory, and the blue-gray stone roads have withstood a thousand years of wind and rain. The He-er House, with its Lingnan architectural features, has towering walls that are solemn and stable. The Oyster Shell House is a testament to the changes from sea to land in Lingnan. The beams are covered with cobwebs, the walls with green moss, and in the dilapidation, time seems to stand still. The bright red guava peaches are interspersed among the lush greenery, with branches stretching out along the river, as if adorned with jewels, swaying in full dress. Passing by the Xiaozhou Auditorium, one can see its bright and tender redness, with lips like fire, exuding enthusiasm that makes countless passersby look up. It has a graceful name called 'Wax Apple'. The Eastern Barber Shop faces the tent frame above the Niangma Bridge. The sunlight pours through the dense foliage, and the colorful mouse melons hang among the vines. Entering this century-old house, the Diamond brand ceiling fan from the 1970s slowly circulates overhead, and the Sanyo single-cassette recorder by the wall feels familiar. Half an hour later, I encountered its 'brother'. The archway still bears the inscription 'Xinjiao Commune Xiaozhou Brigade', next to the ancient city wall, and outside is the Xiaozhou ancient ferry. The villagers of Xiaozhou Village have lived off fruit tree cultivation for generations. In the past, villagers would row their boats to transport fruits such as longan, wampee, and starfruit to Guangzhou. Now, next to the ancient wharf, it has become a playground for the villagers, with the ancient banyan tree still standing by the flowing water. The deep alleys of Xiaozhou Village in summer are still long and quiet. Is it waiting for spring? Surprisingly, large papayas are growing on the small branches near the alley entrance. The honeycomb coal piled in the corner is a concept that should no longer exist in the memory of city children. Once upon a time, every morning, the honeycomb coal was lit with newspaper, and soon after the wisps of white smoke rose, one would imagine the fragrance of porridge... Have you ever seen honeycomb coal with how many holes? 🏡Location: Xiaozhou Village, Huazhou Street, Haizhu District 🚄Transport: Self-driving is relatively convenient, and it is accessible by subway and bus. 👣Touring: Entering Xiaozhou, the most conspicuous sight is the Xiaozhou People's Auditorium, with its earthy yellow exterior walls and bright red stars. The exterior of the auditorium maintains the characteristics of public buildings from the Soviet era, with traces of the times still clearly visible: 'Long live the People's Commune' and others Walking through the village, one can feel the unique layout of the water town, with attractions such as Tianhou Palace, Yuxu Palace, ancient stone bridges, ancient wharfs, and Oyster Shell Houses all being historical evidence of Xiaozhou Village. There are many artists' studios in the village, creating a strong atmosphere. Outside the village, villagers can be seen selling fruits like longan, guava, starfruit, and papaya 🧸Recommendation: I once took a leisurely walk and chatted all afternoon

Xiaozhou Village, established at the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, is the most characteristic ancient village in Guangzhou city with Lingnan water town features. The village has numerous immovable cultural heritages, and it is also a favorite dwelling place for artists, known as Xiaozhou Art Village. A large number of literary and artistic people gather in Xiaozhou Village, open studios, and inherit the unique culture here. 【Recommended Attractions】 Xiaozhou Village has a long history, with a total of 24 valuable cultural relics and historical sites, including temples, ancestral halls, academies, ancient village walls, houses, ancient bridges, ancient docks, oyster shell houses, etc. The alleys are still the original stone roads. Address: Opposite Yingzhou Ecological Park, Haizhu District, Guangzhou City Opening hours: All day Admission: Free Transportation: Bus: Bus No. 45, 252, 468 directly to Xiaozhou Village. Self-driving: Navigate to 【Xiaozhou People's Auditorium】, there are several parking lots at the entrance, 5 yuan per hour.

| Xiaozhou Village Travel Guide. Xiaozhou Village, formerly known as "Yingzhou", is surrounded by water on all sides, resembling a small island, and retains a complete water town layout. It is known as "Zhouzhuang in the north, Yingzhou in the south". There are many historical relics in the village, such as Tianhou Palace, Yuxu Palace, ancient bridges, Dengying ancient pier, and the unique "oyster shell houses" of the Lingnan water network area. Half-day tour route🚶‍♀️: Xixi Jian Gongci - Canghai Pavilion - Renhouli - Yue Mei Jian Gongci - Ying Garden - Jian Clan Ancestral Hall - Dongchi Jian Gongci - Xiaozhou People's Auditorium - Oyster Shell House - Tianhou Palace - Dengying Pier. Transportation route🚇: Take the subway line 3 to Lirong Station Exit E, then transfer to bus 997 to Xiaozhou Village.

|Gu Yitang. Yongtai Qingmei|Gu Yitang During the Qingmei season, avoid the New Year's Day crowd, do not go to the traffic-jammed Xiaozhou Village and the crowded Wanshi. Attracted by the internet-famous Qingmei in front of Gu Yitang, I wandered in the "deep mountains" for half a day and only encountered a visiting team. Along the Tong'an-Xiaba-Dongyang-Songkou line, plus going to Fuzhang Wugu Xianshan and Taishan Hall, Dongyang Xiufeng Xian is too roundabout. For lunch, you can go to Xiaba Township Government, the small stir-fry shop near the market and credit cooperative is delicious and affordable (next to the konjac shop)

In the morning, I came to the ancient village with the most primitive ecological atmosphere in Guangzhou. The only Lingnan water village to Xiaozhou Village in the city, Xiaoqiao, Gushu and Guxiang are full of historical charm, unique water environment and profound cultural heritage, attracting many Artists come here to create art, and become the first choice for Lingnan and even the national artists to find inspiration, sketching and photography.

Xiaozhou Village is located at the southeastern end of Haizhu District of Guangzhou City, south of the Pearl River South River Road, across the river and Panyu, and facing the Paifang River in the east. It is said that the past is densely shaded, surrounded by rivers, clam shells, and a beautiful landscape of Lingnan waters. However, with the development of the tourism industry, visitors have come to the fore, and the literati competed. In order to earn more rent, the villagers began to demolish old houses on a large scale. The ancient buildings were not well protected, and they were interspersed with new houses and various restaurant shops. Even so, it still does not stop many literary youths from discovering the truth.