Only 1 hour direct from Guangzhou! Huizhou, this "low-key gem," offers free strolling, eating, and photo ops that are so healing

Who says there are no treasure towns around Guangzhou? The seriously underrated Huizhou hides the most comfortable slow life! I spent one day touring the whole city, with zero entrance fees all along, filling my phone memory with photos, and tasting all the local specialties—so comfortable I didn’t want to leave!

🌟 11-stop super smooth Citywalk route

Huizhou West Lake ▶️ Huizhou Check-in Wall ▶️ Chaojing Gate ▶️ Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall ▶️ Wenbi Tower ▶️ Hejiang Tower ▶️ Shuidong Street ▶️ Huangjiatang ▶️ Yedao Cultural Life Community ▶️ 752 Art Warehouse ▶️ Dongjiang Sand Park. Follow the order without detours to explore both the old town and trendy spots in one day!

📸 Must-shoot spots, every place is photogenic

- Chaojing Gate: The gateway to Huizhou Ancient City, with the Chaojing Gate Art Museum on the second floor, full of ancient architecture and artistic vibes;
- Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall: Located in Sun Yat-sen Park, you can also visit the Huizhou Historical Scenic Exhibition Hall nearby to feel the old town stories;
- Hejiang Tower: One of Guangdong’s six famous towers, take the elevator to the 8th floor for an unobstructed river view, very iconic;
- Shuidong Street: A covered arcade old street full of local life atmosphere, perfect for strolling, eating, and taking photos;
- Huizhou West Lake: Snap the Sizhou Pagoda from Su Causeway, the lake and mountain scenery makes every shot wallpaper-worthy;
- Huangjiatang: A small street full of artistic vibes, great for fresh daily photos;
- Yedao Cultural Life Community: A gathering place for trendy youth, with amazing art installations for photos;
- 752 Art Warehouse: Right opposite Yedao, a niche check-in spot with unique photo opportunities;
- Wenbi Tower: A 400-year-old ancient tower facing Hejiang Tower across the river, full of atmosphere;
- Huizhou Check-in Wall: Located at “Huizhou Xihu Li Hotel Parking Lot,” a lesser-known photogenic spot by the West Lake;
- Dongjiang Sand Park: A green riverside spot, perfect for resting after walking or taking river views.

🔆 Strolling and eating guide, pitfall avoidance tips

1. Transportation: Taking the Guangdong Intercity train directly to “Xihu East Station” is the most convenient; arriving by high-speed rail at “Huizhou North Station,” a taxi can get you to the core scenic area;
2. Eating: Must-visit near Shuidong Street! Rongjun Morning Tea for local flavors, Auntie Zhong’s sweet soups to refresh, affordable and very tasty for everyone.