Yuexiu Park
Yuexiu Park is the largest comprehensive park in Guangzhou, and is also one of the eight scenic spots in Yangcheng, with many interesting attractions. Here’s a rundown of some of the main attractions and their ticket availability:
Main attraction
Five goat stone carving:
Description: Guangzhou’s iconic scenic spot, consisting of a large ram with ear, two lambs and a female sheep, shows the image of Guangzhou’s “goat city”.
Admission: Free of charge.
Ancient city wall:
Introduction: The oldest city wall in Guangzhou, with a history of more than two thousand years, you can feel the history of Guangzhou here.
Admission: Free of charge.
Guangzhou Museum (Zhenhai Tower) :
Description: Located in Yuexiu Park, it is a comprehensive museum that displays the history, culture and folk customs of Guangzhou.
Tickets: need to buy a separate ticket, the price is 10 yuan. Note that the museum is closed on Mondays and entry is closed at 17:00 every day.
North Show Lake and East Show Lake:
Introduction: The two artificial lakes in the park, you can boating, cycling or walking, enjoy the lake scenery.
Admission: Free, but some rides may be charged separately.
Golden Seal Playground and Dongxiu Children’s Playground:
Introduction: Suitable for children to play the place, there are all kinds of amusement facilities.
Admission fee: Generally per item per time.
Yuexiu Mountain Stadium:
The home of Guangzhou R&F Club is also a large sports venue where you can watch football matches or other sports activities.
Tickets: Tickets must be purchased separately to watch the game or event, and the price varies according to the event.
Zhongshan Monument:
Description: Built in memory of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, it is one of the landmark buildings in Guangzhou.
Admission: Free of charge.
Ticket summary
Free attractions: Five sheep stone carving, ancient city wall, Zhongshan Monument, North Show Lake and East Show Lake (except for some amusement projects), Idiom allegory Park, Korean Park and other major attractions and play sections of the park.
Charging attractions: Guangzhou Museum (Zhenhai Tower), the admission price is 10 yuan; Some rides (such as the rides at Jinyin Playground and Dongxiu Children’s Playground) are charged per ride; Separate tickets are required for sports games or events.
Play advice
Wear and prepare: It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring your own water and snacks. Because of the humid climate in Guangzhou, there are more mosquitoes in summer, remember to bring mosquito repellent spray.
How to get there: Yuexiu Park is easily accessible by subway Line 2 Yuexiu Park Station or Memorial Hall Station. There are multiple entrances to the park, and you can choose the right entrance to enter according to your needs.
Sightseeing bus: The park provides sightseeing bus service, the cost is 10 yuan/person, on the way can only choose a stop to get off. If you have enough time, you can choose to take a sightseeing car tour to save energy.
Play time: Yuexiu Park area is large, it is recommended to reserve half a day or a day to fully visit the various attractions.