Going to visit Guangzhou after ~10 years away. I will be staying there for a month and am worried about paying for food, groceries, etc. Do most shops/restaurants still accept cash? (I assume I'll just get strange looks)

Hi,

Looking for a good tailor that is experienced in tailoring athletic joggers (think Nike Tech Fleece) for inseam leg 38”

Thanks

I’m looking for a lot of car stuff like ambiance light /car radio / digital cluster / all aftermarket and I’m not satisfied with the diversity I find on the current market with Amazon and eBay / Alibaba could anyone introduce me to this market more ? I’m From Canada/ Quebec and I have my car electronic shop thanks in advance

Hello! The last post was a year ago so would like to ask if there are any bouldering gyms or is Kalias the one?

Also, does anyone know if they rent out shoes?

Hi guys, I will be traveling to Guangzhou during late December to early January. What should I wear? It will be very cold. P.S. I am from Singapore.

Hi everyone does anyone know what’s the average price for gyms are and if they accept foreigners. Also trying to figure if there’s any tennis clubs as well.

Thank you!

Hey all,

Wondering if anyone has any thoughts on good areas to buy some local trinkets we might bring home as gifts for family and friends in the US. I know there’s stuff around Liwan and Yuexiu but I don’t know of specific areas to check out. The tea market comes to mind as an option. Thanks for your help!

How much a python programmer can make in Guangzhou as a foreigner?

Staying a week in Guangzhou (european, 30F), please drop some favorite authentic places - like chinese acupuncture/massage/aesthetics places, factories to get great marble/ stone furniture, best hidden tea leaves shops, best grocery store for snack to bring back home, and other gems in the city. Would appreciate!

p.s. Staying in Tianhe district, but planning to nomad closer and further in the city via taxi and metro.

Hi! Is there anyone going to Fujii Kazes concert in Hongkong from Guangzhou on dec the 4th? Could travel together~

What to prepare?
- original and photocopy of your passport and China Visa
- original and photocopy of your overseas driving license
- Chinese translation of overseas driving license and passport (you may find translator in Taobao)
- prepare a Chinese name (just use Chatgpt or Google Translate)
- address in Guang Zhou e.g Hotel
- two passport photos, white background (you may take in the transport office's lobby, 12 pieces for RMB30

Reservation
- Go to Wechat, and look for " 广州交警公 ", I am sorry as the follow will be in Chinese, reply here if you need help
- 广州交警公众号-车管服务大厅-业务预约-申领临时驾驶许可
- fill in chinese name, passport number, phone number, verification code
- choose date and time for your reservation

Prefer to go to the main branch at

广州车管所岑村总所
广州市天河区华观路1732号
Monday to Friday：9:00—12:00，13:00—17:00（国家法定节假日除外)；
Sunday：9:00—12:00，13:00—17:00(国家法定节假日除外)；
https://j.map.baidu.com/61/L0J

Once arrive, go to main lobby to take number, and pass your materials.
Then you will need to watch 30 mins video (it was 2 hours but reduced to 30 mins)
Once done, just pay RMB10 for the temporary driving license

Hi guys, Male/Canadian visiting family in Dec and maybe Jan (mainly just morning dimsum) nothing else planned. Going solo, anyone got some recommendations of places to meet people or places I should visit?

Also looking to places to snowboard (both indoor or outdoor) and learn mandarin.

Thank you!

I have been contacted by headhunters in Guangzhou recently. They invited me to have a coffee and talk about possible opportunities regarding my CV. Does anyone ever dealt with them? What was the result?

I bought a sim card in guangzhou airport and I want to avail the 8 rmb sim lock when I am not in china; however, I can't seem to activate it through the china unicom app as it says that I need to remove my sim plan. The problem is I have a 24 month contract with my sim and I only used it for about 2 months now and currently im not in china. Is it possible to activate the sim lock and remove the plan? if so how do i do it thank you

So i got this text yesterday, i understand that i took a wrong route that wasn't meant for E-bikes as it was short, but the steps provided aren't working. I have tried logging into the 12123 app and also the Guangzhou traffic police mini program on weixin to see my traffic violation and pay the fine, but my residence permit is not working for some reason. It gives me "an unknown error" on both the mini program and the 12123 app, each time i try logging/registering into them even with the correct credentials from my notarized passport. Kindly, guide me what to do next and should i actually take my bike to the address in haizhu to sort this issue out? What will the repercussions be? How much will they fine me, and will they confiscate my license or in the worst case scenario, my E-bike?

I have some old items I would like to get copied--mostly sportswear not suits. Not interested in new custom items or fake designer, but only just getting something I already have remade as new and maybe a second one in a different color.

In GZ a month with Chinese wife. Where to go?

Hi all, does anyone know a reasonably priced door-to-door barber who is able to come to me in Panyu in person to do a men’s haircut?

I’ll only be having a 6-hour layover in Guangzhou. Hence, going out of the airport is not an option due to limited time. But I still want to make the most out of my stay there by trying out the best food offers within my reach.

What food/s do you recommend I try in the airport and where can I buy it there? I also saw that there is a Michelin restaurant but is it worth it? How much is the price range and what is the restaurant’s name? I’m open to all suggestions! 🫶🏼

Anyone wanna grab some drinks or eat some good food Saturday evening ? European M30 here, came after work, feeling a little lonely over here

Hi all, I’m new here and would like to make some extra cash. Anyone has experience and recommendations? Appreciate it!

Hello!

I plan to fly from Malaysia to Guangzhou on Dec 5, stay five days in the city and then leave to Macau. I read Macau is considered a "third country" in the Chinese visa policy, so I can visit Guangzhou visa-free. Still, I am confused about the "ticket to the third country" part.

According to this site, there is no direct train/bus between Guangzhou and Macau, you need to walk. So please explain to me: how can I book a ticket to prove my "third country" route in this case?

Thank you for help!

I’ve heard of Dashatou electronic market but I’m not sure if that’s just for second hand or if they also sell new ones. Just worried about getting scammed?

Are there any reputable areas or shops to buy these from? I’d prefer new ones. I tried searching Kodak and Nikon and they have shops, but most of them appear to be for printing photos?

Hi all! Any recommendations for trendy men’s clothing/shoes similar to Korean/Japanese style? Thanks!

Starting a hair business and looking for people or connections to those willing to donate or sell their hair. It could be individuals, salons, or suppliers. We’re just looking to source quality hair—whether it’s cut and ready to go or from people planning to cut theirs soon.

Thanks for your help 🤝

Hi

I’m visiting china for 3 months in December, I have managed to get short rental for this time, the apartment is located near Cuiyi Community Weiyuan. As it’s my first time in general what’s this area like? Is coffee shops, supermarket shops in general nearby and what is this area known for.

Thanks

Have a 6hr layover coming up. Is there a spa within the terminal or does one have to get a temp visa to go to a nearby hotel that might have one ? Thanks

This is a really stupid question, but I just arrived here last week and don’t know how to order Papa John’s or Domino’s Pizza on any app. There are some near me in Panyu but I don’t see either on MeiTuan, what am I missing?

My family and I will be visiting Guangzhou for one week, and I was wondering what the weather would be like from December 21 to the first week of January. Just so I know what clothes to bring.

Where can I buy dried scallops, cantonese sausages, etc, CNY cooking stuff? Any reputable store to reco?

anyone got recs for clubs in guangzhou and anyone want to link/split table