Timeline
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Guangdong Revolutions History Museum
Walk through the Guangdong Revolutions History Museum. The free admission makes it easy to spend an hour exploring the exhibits from the Opium War to the founding of the new China.
17:01
Head to Cafe Veranda in Yuexiu Park for a coffee or a light bite. The buffet and à la carte menu offer a mix of Western and Asian dishes, and it is open until 22:00.
17:31
Stroll through Yuexiu Park. This large urban park flows over hills and includes several lakes. Find a spot with a view toward the WSW to watch the sun set.
18:01
Watch the sunset. On 15 October the sun sets at 18:01 toward the W, casting a warm glow over the park.
18:31
Guangdong Revolutions History Museum
Return to the Guangdong Revolutions History Museum for the evening atmosphere. The building is beautifully lit after dark, offering a different perspective on the history inside.
Local tip
The museum closes at 16:30, so you cannot go back inside for the evening step. Instead, enjoy the exterior and the surrounding area. Cafe Veranda is open late, making it a reliable spot for a post-sunset drink.
Check before you go
- Guangdong Revolutions History Museum is open Tu-Su 09:00-16:30. It is closed on Mondays.
- Cafe Veranda is open 06:30-22:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Guangzhou (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).