As one of the largest cities in South China, Guanzhou offers some of the best for shoppers. With large variety of inexpensive goods, this city is popular for both Chinese citizens as well as international travelers. Guangzhou products, with their appealing combination of high quality and competitive price are popular all over China. Tourists can find a multitude of different products in stores and malls on both sides of streets.

Canton Embroidery
Canton Embroidery, namely Yue Embroidery, is one of the Four Famous Chinese Embroideries together with Su Embroidery, Xiang Embroidery and Shu Embroidery.

Canton Enamel
Canton Enamel is short for Guangzhou Colorful Pottery. It has a history of over 300 years.

Canton Sculpture
Canton Sculpture includes Canton Ivory Carvings, Jade Sculpture, Wood Sculpture and Olive Sculpture. Jade sculpture, which is the most renowned among them, has a history of more than 1000 years. The ultimate piece of ivory sculpture is the sculpted ivory ball.

 

Famous Shopping Streets and Markets in Guangzhou
Shangxia Jiu Lu Pedestrian Street
One of the most famous shopping areas is Shangxia Jiu Lu situated at the Liwan District of Xiguan. This is the very first pedestrian street found in the city and there are over 200 stores lining the street. For Jade lovers, Hualin Jade ware Street is an ideal place. Some other stores of interest include Wende Calligraphy and Painting Street as well as the retail stores of Samuel & Kevin and Giordano.

 

Shuiyin Road – Costume Street
If you are looking for costume you should visit what is known as Costume Street which is right on the border of Yuiexiu and Tianhe districts. This street has over 30 stores that sell only costumes. You can get some great deals in the off-season as most costumes are purchased around the holidays. The prices of these costumes will differ depending on the type you want.

Liuhua Street
The Palace Mall, which is located on Liuhua Street, contains a collection of popular brand clothing stores. You can find Ferragamo, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Burberry, Hugo Boss and more. This is the spot for up-market shoppers looking for clothing, handbags and shoes.

 

Ring of Timepieces Trading – Near Guangzhou Railway Station
The blocks around the Guangzhou Railway Station and neighboring inter-city bus terminals on Huanshi Xi Lu is a bustling world of watches and clocks.

 

Wende Road - The Largest Calligraphy and Painting Market in South China
Wende Road, running parallel to Beijing Road, is one of Guangzhou's most famous places due to its more than one thousand years of history. It is also renowned for its calligraphy and painting markets, regularly visited by local intellectuals. Shops along Wende Road mainly deal in secondhand books, calligraphy, paintings and antiques.

 

Extraordinary Markets
You also should not miss out on any of the fantastic markets in Guangzhou. One of the most famous is the dried seafood market, Yide Lu Market. Here you can find some of the rare seafood items such as abalone, cuttlefish and shark’s fins. Qingping Market is a must visit where you can find a whole assortment of medicines, animals, food and much more. This is the spot for true authentic Chinese items.

 

Shopping on Shamian Island
Those looking for authentic embroidery need to visit Shamian Island. Embroidered items can also be found on Jiaoyue Road and Xinhu Lu at the night markets. These night markets will start at dusk and go until midnight. This is a great way to do some shopping and see some of the nightlife. A few other noteworthy markets include New Haiyin Wool and Cloth Exchange Square, Huangsha Pen and Stationary Wholesale Market and the Huahan Antiques & Jade Market.