The Lychee Bay is the converging place for Lingnan Guangfu culture (广府文化） and lauded as “the first scenic spotof Lingnan”. It features “clear creek water flowing within the banks while lychees blooming with redfruits”,oozes flavor particular to itself,and boasts of quaint buildings , courtyards,small bridges andgurgling creeks for tourists to appreciate the culture of Lingnan as a land of water.
Why Visit?
Imagine Venice with lychee trees: This 1,000-year-old canal area (10-min taxi from downtown) lets you experience old Guangzhou before skyscrapers existed. Locals call it “the living museum of Lingnan culture”—not because of boring exhibits, but thanks to:
🍡 Food Alley: Try “lychee syrup jelly” (only sold here) from wooden boats
🏮 Hidden Courtyards: Peek into family tea houses with tiered fish ponds (brings good luck)
🌉 Photo Spots: The Rainbow Bridge (look for its moon-shaped arch) at sunset
Golden Hour Magic
The Rainbow Bridge’s moon arch creates perfect silhouette shots at dusk
Lantern-lit canals after dark (boats run until 8PM)
Pro Tip: The nearby Liwan Museum (free entry) provides excellent historical context before your cruise.”Where every ripple tells a story of old Canton…”
📍 ADDRESS & TRANSPORT
🏠 Address:
English: Lychee Bay (Lizhiwan), Liwan District, Guangzhou (Near Pantang Metro Station)
Chinese: 广州市荔湾区荔枝湾涌 (泮塘地铁站附近)
Getting to Lychee Bay (Lizhiwan)
By Metro (Fastest Option)
🚇 Line 5 to Zhongshanba Station (Exit B) – 10 min walk
🚇 Line 1 to Changshou Road Station (Exit D) – 20 min walk
🚖 By Taxi/Didi:
Show the driver this Chinese:
“请到荔枝湾涌正门，泮塘路口” (Qǐng dào Lìzhīwān Yòng zhèngmén, Pàntáng lùkǒu)
(Pronunciation: “Ching dow Lee-jer-wan Yong jeng-men, Pan-tang loo koh”)
🎫 TICKET & HOURS
💰 Admission:
Main Area: FREE (including lychee groves & canals)
⏰ Opening Hours:
Outdoor Areas: 24/7
🚶 SUGGESTED ITINERARY
⏱️ Short Visit (1-2 hrs):
🌅 Half-Day Trip (3-4 hrs):
Morning: Explore Guangfu Art Center (free Cantonese opera demo at 11 AM)
Lunch: “Five Snacks Alley” (must-eat: 艇仔粥 boat congee)
Afternoon: Rent a bamboo raft (¥80/hour) + visit 文塔 pagoda
Pair with: Shamian Island (20-min taxi) for old architecture
🌍 NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS
✨ Culture/Food Spots:
Chen Clan Ancestral Hall (15-min walk)
Xiguan Antique Street – Hidden jade workshops (bargain hard!)
🍜 Famous Restaurants:
Panxi Restaurant
Lianxiang Lou (莲香楼) – 100-year-old dim sum (try “lychee puff”)
Kui Garden (惠食佳) – Michelin-recommended claypot rice (10-min taxi)