3-Day Cultural and Wholesale Shopping Trip in Foshan with Guangzhou Exploration

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer

Guangzhou to Foshan, China on October 18, 2025

9:00pm

Arrive in Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

Arrive at Guangzhou airport in the evening, proceed through customs and immigration, then prepare for transfer to Foshan.
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10:30pm

Transfer to Foshan

Travel by taxi or pre-arranged shuttle from Guangzhou airport to Foshan city center, approximately 1 hour drive.
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11:30pm

Check-in at hotel in Foshan

Check in and rest for an early start next day.
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Day 2: Foshan Culture

Foshan, China on October 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Jiajiayuan Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Cantonese breakfast with dishes like steamed rice rolls with shrimp or beef, ensuring no vegetarian or pork items, open from 7am.
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9:30am

Visit Foshan Ancestral Temple

Explore the famous ancient Foshan Ancestral Temple (Zumiao), a cultural and historical site showcasing Lingnan architecture and traditional arts, open from 8am-5pm.
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12:00pm

Lunch at Shunde Restaurant

Savor Shunde cuisine specialties, focusing on fresh seafood and minimal pork dishes, open from 11am-2pm.
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1:30pm

Visit Nanfeng Ancient Kiln

Discover ceramics and pottery history at Nanfeng Ancient Kiln, one of China's oldest kilns continuing cultural traditions, open 9am-6pm.
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4:00pm

Explore Shiwan Art Ceramics Wholesale Market

Shop for wholesale ceramics and pottery at Shiwan market, supporting the day’s cultural theme with great bargains.
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7:00pm

Dinner at Laowai Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy freshly prepared seafood dishes with no pork, popular among locals, open until 9:30pm.
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Day 3: Foshan Historical Sites

Foshan, China on October 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local dim sum café

Experience classic dim sum dishes with shrimp, chicken and beef options, avoiding pork and vegetarian items, open 7am-10am.
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9:30am

Visit Bruce Lee Memorial Museum

Explore the life and legacy of Bruce Lee in Foshan, with exhibits highlighting martial arts history, open 9am-5pm.
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11:30am

Take a stroll at Lingnan Tiandi

Enjoy the restored traditional streets with shops and historical architecture, a perfect blend of cultural heritage and modernity.
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1:00pm

Lunch at Jin Fu Seafood Restaurant

Sample Cantonese seafood with fresh fish and shellfish dishes, carefully avoiding pork, open 11am-2pm.
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2:30pm

Visit Qinghui Garden

Explore the classical Lingnan garden with exquisite landscaping and historic pavilions, open 8:30am-6pm.
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5:00pm

Evening market visit for silk and textile wholesale shopping

Browse the local textile markets offering wholesale prices on silk and fabrics, ideal for gifting and souvenirs.
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7:30pm

Dinner at Seafood Boiling House

Enjoy a local hotpot with fresh seafood and beef but minimal pork; the lively atmosphere reflects local dining culture, open 6pm-10pm.
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Day 4: Foshan to Guangzhou

Foshan to Guangzhou, China on October 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby café

Light breakfast with local Cantonese tea and bun options, open from 7am.
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9:30am

Check out and transfer to Guangzhou

Travel by taxi or metro from Foshan to Guangzhou city center, about 1-hour journey.
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11:00am

Check in at Guangzhou hotel

Drop luggage and freshen up for city sightseeing and shopping.
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11:30am

Visit Chen Clan Ancestral Hall

Explore this historic academic temple showcasing exquisite Cantonese architecture and folk art, open 8:30am-5:30pm.
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1:30pm

Lunch at Taotaoju Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Cantonese dishes with focus on seafood, chicken, and beef; no pork dishes, open 11am-2:30pm.
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3:00pm

Visit Qingping Medicine Market & Wholesale Market

Explore wholesale market for traditional Chinese medicines and herbs, a unique cultural shopping experience.
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5:30pm

Stroll along Beijing Road Shopping District

Visit historical pedestrian street combining archaeological sites and wholesale shopping including apparel and accessories.
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7:30pm

Dinner at Bingsheng Pinwei

Well-known local restaurant offering seafood and chicken dishes that fit dietary needs, open until 9:30pm.
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Day 5: Guangzhou Wholesale & Culture

Guangzhou, China on October 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Xin Wei Jia Beef Noodles

Start with flavorful beef noodle soup, avoiding pork entirely, open early at 7am.
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9:30am

Visit Guangzhou Museum at Zhenhai Tower

Discover Cantonese history and local culture in this iconic tower, open 9am-5pm.
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11:00am

Explore wholesale markets on Shahe Textile Market

Shop for fabrics and wholesale clothing, a bustling marketplace for quality items.
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2:30pm

Lunch at Jin Yue Xuan Restaurant

Seafood and poultry dishes prepared in classic Cantonese style, no pork dishes served, open 11am-3pm.
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4:00pm

Relax at Yuexiu Park

Enjoy a peaceful walk in Guangzhou’s largest park featuring lakes, historic sites and greenery.
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6:30pm

Dinner at Aji Ichiban (Japanese style with seafood focus)

Enjoy varied seafood delights with chicken and beef options, avoiding pork and vegetarian dishes, open until 9pm.
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Day 6: Guangzhou Markets & Departure Prep

Guangzhou, China on October 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local dim sum spot

Enjoy shrimp and chicken dim sum selections, avoiding pork, open 7am-10am.
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9:30am

Visit Huimei Wholesale Market for electronics and accessories

Explore large-scale wholesale market for gadgets and accessories, perfect for shopping last-minute gifts.
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12:00pm

Lunch at Shui Wu Seafood Restaurant

Enjoy fresh seafood and chicken dishes in a relaxed setting, open until 2:00pm.
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1:30pm

Relax and pack at hotel

Time to rest and prepare luggage for departure next evening.
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5:00pm

Early dinner at Si Chuan Dou Hua Restaurant

Experience mild Sichuan flavors focusing on chicken and fish dishes, no pork options, open until 7pm.
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7:00pm

Head to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

Allow 1.5-2 hours travel and check-in time for 10pm flight.
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