This little island was quaint and quiet. I enjoyed the architecture, trees and statues. We just strolled around for a little while. Not many shops but there were a few that were cute.

Shamian Island is a nice little spot to take a leisurely stroll and practice your photography. This tiny little island is filled to the brim with character. There were loads of wedding photo shoots going on while we were there, despite the rainy morning. Don't...More

I was excited to break out the camera and shoot here on Shamian Island, but once there, well, I felt let down. I really didn't want to shoot anymore after about 20 min of walking. It was like stepping into any city in America. So,...More

There really isn't much to do on this tiny manmade island. While the buildings were fun to look at, most were not in use. Probably a good photography spot but I wouldn't recommend spending more than an hour there.

Shamian Island, Guangzhou. With recent economic changes and fast growth of Chinese cities there is not much left of old architecture. Shamian is an exception. It was ceded to U.K. and France in 1859 similar to Hong Kong and was home to banks, consulates, and...More

This was so beautiful! We loved seeing the architecture and shopping at the little stores around. We were in Guangzhou finalizing our adoption. Would definitely recommend going!

You must visit this island with local people that will explain to you that here were living the rich families just several years ago. Now is inhabitat by new arrived families but the peace of a promenade, specially at night, is a nice experience. Excelent...More

One of the place left in Guangzhou where you can find those historical building, also the nice food around.

Shamian Island was an absolute surprise for me. To find so much Colonial architecture and history of the early days of trade between China and the rest of the world was just wonderful. I did a day tour and my guide Mark was very knowledgeable...More

Don't miss this area. I suggest you to stay in hotels inside the Shamian district like victory hotel. you can walk there at night and enjoy the classic modern atmosphere.