What to do with kids in Guangzhou
Ah Baiyun mountain, to many the No.1 attraction in Guangzhou. Most, if not all, of the city’s citizens (and every tourist) have enjoyed hiking its many trails and experiencing its multiple attractions but I doubt you’ve been to a super quiet, hidden away oasis of tranquility right at the foot of this popular mountain range. Come with me and check it out!
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With this perfect weather, don’t you just want to be outside all the time? I know I do! So join me on a hike along the Cloud Pathway, which runs from Yuexiu Park all the way to Baiyun mountain. Its elevated sections are something else and the entire trail is ideal for a sunny morning (or afternoon) with your kids, walking and having fun in the multiple parks along the way.
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Visit this super central but quiet park for the sprawling lawns, awesome playground, forest-like vibe and even a bit of art!
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Bring your creative teens to this mekka for young fashionistas. A historical area, which gained new vitality thanks to becoming one of the ‘it’ spots among young locals. Get lost in the countless alleyways admiring Western villas, popping in to beautiful boutiques, trendy shops, unique cafes and funky eateries.
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Wouldn’t we all like for our kids to enjoy museums, stroll around calmly while admiring the exhibitions, and more importantly, allowing us to do just that? Naive? 100% but one can dream! Some museums do a great job at engaging younger visitors. Others not so much and you end up spending more time being whined at and chasing your kids around than actually looking at artefacts. Is it worth bringing kids to Guangdong Museum then?
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Your kids love popular science but you’ve already been to Guangdong Science Centre or found your kids are too young for most of what’s on offer there. Where else to go? Which place is interactive, fun and will satisfy the younger science-lovers in Guangzhou? I found the perfect place!
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You are unlikely to find any information about this place but if you want your kids to see a very tall waterfall, sip fresh coconut water with their feet literally in the lake and have fun in the flower fields then the places I mention might just be your next weekend destination. As a bonus, it will cost you next to nothing!
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If you feel like a quick getaway to the countryside and you crave fresh mountain air but can’t face a 2 hour drive or don’t have a car, Guangzhou’s outer districts of Huadu, Conghua, Huangpu and Zengcheng have plenty to offer. It is arguably Zengcheng’s farms and waterfalls that are the easiest to reach by public transport though.
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Expect to see Dragon Ball Z, Pokemon, The Smurfs, Chinese and international classic cartoons and comic books with paintings, drawings, sculptures and more displayed at the family-friendly, FREE art centre right next to Luhu Park. Great place to take kids to on a rainy (or a scorching) day!
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Many parks in Guangzhou don’t allow cycling but Dafushan Forest Park is the opposite!It’s my absolute favourite, FREE cycling and picnic spot in Guangzhou! Yes, it takes a while to reach it but the place is so worth it! Beautiful landscapes and plenty of fun is guaranteed at this ‘southern lung’ of Guangzhou.
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These special fairs, as that’s what they really are, are an essential part of Chinese culture with most families visiting one at least once during Spring Festival. Check out my list of all the markets in Guangzhou this holiday together with suggestions on what else to see near them!
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One of the most beautiful parks in Guangzhou. This is the place to leisurely stroll around with your kids, get them bird watching or wildlife spotting, kayaking and when you need a break, enjoy delicious dim sum on one of the largest lakes in the city!
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Your kids will love the bright orange, gigantic spiral staircase, dreamy interactive displays and a funky climbing wall.
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If your child loves flowers, is creative and likes art, they’ll thoroughly enjoy this annual, unique, child-friendly event in Guangzhou’s Liwan district. The rest of the park also insn’t bad:)
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I live far from Haizhu but I’m more than happy to make the long trip just to visit this huge, beautiful park, which is a part of Haizhu Wetland. Let me tell you why.
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If you want to see rice fields but don’t have a car or do not wish to travel far then this is the perfect spot for you! Best of all, you can choose wether to spend your time quietly strolling around the fields and villages or to have fun riding ponies and enjoying a BBQ party with friends.
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Does your child like dinosaurs, jungles or playgrounds? Most likely the answer is yes and all of those can be found at Dino World in Panyu.
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Fields, mountains, crystal-clear streams, countryside food, waterfalls, hiking and so much more! Welcome to Maofengshan (Maofeng mountain) in Baiyun district, Guangzhou.
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I still call it a maze even though I have been going there for the last 10 years!Just when I could finally find my way around it, management decided to refurbish the place and switch things around!Luckily the places for kids remained the same and they’re so cool!
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Let your kids explore this multi-story treasure trove of high-quality stationary, incredible puzzles, robots, collectables, soft toys, manga merchandise, sports equipment, pianos and much more!
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