Guangzhou Shawan Ancient Town Visit Guide

World Travel Editorial · 2026-09-11 · 3 min read

This Guangzhou Shawan Ancient Town Visit Guide is a practical guide for first-time visitors. Follow the route section by section rather than trying to cover everything at once.

Itinerary summary

  • Address: 广州市番禺区沙湾大巷涌路10号
  • Level: National 4A scenic area
  • District: 番禺

How to plan your visit

Below is a section-by-section walk; skip or extend sections to suit your schedule. Check the 'Practical info' section before you set out.

Shawan Ancient Town

Practical info

  • Tickets / booking: Check the official notice for the latest info
  • Transport: See route section; arrive early morning or after 4 pm to avoid crowds
  • Suggested time: 2-3 hours

Photographs

Shawan Ancient Town scene

Shawan Ancient Town scene

Photo: 乐夏天 · · Source · CC BY 2.5

Shawan Park 2025021903

Shawan Park 2025021903

Photo: Huangdan2060 · · Source · CC BY 4.0

Entrance No. 1 of Shawan Park station1

Entrance No. 1 of Shawan Park station1

Photo: Huangdan2060 · · Source · CC0

Guangzhou Shawan Ancient Town Visit Guide