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Safety, health, money and timing: what to know for a trip to Guangzhou.
Plan around the weather and the calendar: June to September is hot and typhoon season, and Golden Week and Canton Fair weeks bring crowds and higher hotel prices. These guides help you decide whether Guangzhou suits you, pick the months, budget the trip and get through your first day or a layover. They also cover scams, staying safe and finding a doctor.
Marc was born and raised in Guangzhou and knows the city inside out. He speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin, and uses a translation app for other languages. Can't find what you need in our guides, or not sure what applies to you? Message Marc on WhatsApp. It's free, and he usually replies within 24 hours.
