Perched atop in Yuexiu Park, Zhenhai Tower – affectionately dubbed the “Five-Story Tower” by locals – has stood as Guangzhou’s iconic guardian for centuries,is one ofthe landmark buildings of Guangzhou and lauded as thefist scenic spot of Lingnan. Crowned as “The First Scenic Spot of Lingnan”, this architectural marvel whispers tales of resilience, having been rebuilt five times before adopting its current reinforced concrete form during its 1928 restoration.
From Watchtower to Cultural Beacon
Transformed in 1929 into Guangzhou’s inaugural municipal museum (later renamed Guangzhou Museum in 1950), its galleries now chronicle the city’s 2200-year saga. Designated as a National Key Cultural Relic Protection Unit (1989) and featured in Guangdong’s “Eight Scenic Spots” lists (Qing Dynasty’s “Sea-View Tower” and 1986’s “Yuexiu Layers”), the tower bridges ancient and modern Guangzhou.
Time Travel Through Artifacts
Step inside to witness history unfold: Neolithic stone tools whispering of primal craftsmanship, patina-kissed bronzes revealing ancient trade routes, and celadon-glazed ceramics that survived dynastic upheavals. Vintage photographs and manuscripts complete this immersive journey, where “one floor encapsulates millennia, and every glance traverses time.”
Why Visit?
✔️ Rooftop panoramas of Guangzhou’s skyline
✔️ Rare artifacts from 12+ historical periods
✔️ Architectural hybrid: Ming-style eaves meet 20th-century engineering
Pro Tip: Visit at golden hour when the tower’s vermilion façade glows against modern skyscrapers – a photographer’s dream.
📍 ADDRESS & TRANSPORT
🏠 Address:
Zhenhai Tower, Yuexiu Park, 988 Jiefang North Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
🚇 By Metro (Most Recommended):
Take Line 2 to Yuexiu Park Station (越秀公园站), Exit B.
Walk 8 mins through the park’s eastern gate (follow bilingual signs to “Five-Story Tower”).
🎫 TICKET & HOURS
💰 Admission:
Adults: ¥10 (≈$1.4)
FREE for:
- Children ≤1.2m
💳 Payment:
Mobile Pay: WeChat/支付宝 (Alipay) scans accepted
Cash: Small bills preferred (¥5/¥10) – ticket booth gives change
⏰ Opening Hours:
Tue-Sun: 9:00-17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Closed Mondays (except Chinese public holidays)
🚶 SUGGESTED ITINERARY
⏱️ Short Visit (1-2 hrs):
Ground floor: Neolithic artifacts
3rd floor: Ming Dynasty city models (best photo spot)
Rooftop: Panoramic view of Guangzhou CBD
🌍 NEARBY HIGHLIGHTS
🏯 Cultural:
Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: Step into 2,000-year-old Lingnan history at this extraordinary underground mausoleum, where exquisite jade burial suits and bronze artifacts whisper tales of the ancient Nanyue Kingdom.
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, 1.2km