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Water taxis, cable car or a sightseeing bus? Take kids on a fun ride around Guangzhou!

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It is HOT, it is HUMID, you’re melting as soon as you step out the door, your kid looks like they’ve lost a water gun fight after a mere 5min outside and you’ve been to all the soft play/indoor entertainment areas around. Your kids are going nuts at home but GZ weather doesn’t seem to cooperate with parents at this time of year. Sure, you could go to one of MANY indoor attractions or you could turn getting there into a fun adventure in itself!

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Day trip to South China Botanical Gardens

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South China Botanical Garden is just as much a family-friendly park with bikes to rent and lawns to relax on as it is a scientific facility with an astonishing amount of fascinating flora.

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A quiet and picturesque spot for a family walk-Yunxi Ecological Garden

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You need to take the kids out but don’t just want to go to a nearby park or the beautiful, but super busy on weekends, Baiyun mountain as all you want to do is chill. If you want to go somewhere different and tranquil but easy to reach, then this is the spot! Stunning, landscaped gardens, educational stations and a really cool café await. Especially recommended to those with kids, who prefer calm environments.

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Chinese New Year events in Guangzhou-2025 Part 1

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Check my list of events to find out what’s happening near you this CNY and which cultural activities your family may be interested in. There are some really awesome ones coming up!

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Picnic among red maple trees at Maofeng mountain

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Come enjoy the beautiful autumn colours, gentle hiking paths, ancient temple, kayaking and more at Maofeng mountain in Baiyun district, Guangzhou.

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Caving in the city

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Until last month I had no idea one was able to go caving in the city centre but this is China and everything is possible!

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