Guangzhou is a popular destination for foreign tourists. It is a major port of entry into China, and because of its location receives many tourists who also wish to visit Hong Kong, Macau, and/or nations in Southeast Asia. Guangzhou's tourist attractions include Baiyun Mountain, numerous tropical gardens, amusement parks, museums, and shopping. Guangzhou is also famous for its cuisine, which is widely believed to be the best in China. The Chinese saying, "for eating it's Guangzhou" is evidenced by the freshness and delicacy of Cantonese cuisine. Millions of foreign visitors as well as tourists from other parts of China visit Guangzhou each year, adding to the city's international ambiance and bringing much-desired foreign currency.

South China Botanical Garden.

The Grand World Scenarios amusement park.