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Take metro line 1 to Dongshankou Station and use Exit C. You will see two paths in front of you; take the one on the left and after about five minutes you will see Spelland Spa on your left side

Spelland Spa calls itself an “integrated leisure centre”, and is certainly one of the most well known spas in Guangzhou. They offer a Hong Kong massage that includes stimulating the fingertips and stepping on your back, along with traditional Chinese massages incorporating both cupping and acupressure. They also provide very inexpensive buffet meals, which you can have for free if you spend over 298 RMB. Most of their massages and other treatments are in the high-priced range, but simple ones such as head, neck and foot are more affordable.

Price: Massages – 298-380 RMB/ 90 minutes, Spa – 238/ 30 minutes
Getting there: Take buses 542, 106, 285, B5, 129, 542, 287, 551, 40, 535, 16, B8, 517 or 541 to Dongshankou Bus Stop. Spelland Spa is next to the bus stop.

Another great choice for spa treatments in Guangzhou is Angsana Spa inside the Garden Hotel. The internationally renowned Banyan Tree Spa founded this award-winning spa, and its location makes it the perfect way to end a day of shopping. Angsana specializes in body massages, facials, and paraffin wax treatments. A bit on the pricey side, but it’s worth it as the effects last for several weeks. The atmosphere is pleasant and the staff are friendly – just two of the reasons why this spa has won so many awards.

Getting there: Metro Line 1, Martyrs' Park Station

If you want to pull out all the stops, visit O Spa. Located on the top floor of the Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, it looks out over the Pearl River. The spa uses only natural ingredients like black rice, red ginger, lotus, and green tea along with pure aromatic extracts to practice a whole array of powerful therapies. O Spa is staffed by the best Chinese specialists in the area, and works not only to relax your mind and body, but also to reinvigorate the vital energy that the Chinese refer to as qi. This spa will give you probably the most comprehensive experience in town, so if it’s within your budget, go for it – you won’t be disappointed.

Getting there: Metro Line 3, Tianhe Sports Centre Station

If you are looking for the spa treatment but don’t want to spend too much money, try the Bali Spa in downtown Guangzhou. This spa prides itself on courteousness, and the staff consists of seven spa masseuses from Bali and India who specialize in body treatments, and six Chinese masseuses who are experts in facial treatment. One of Bali Spa’s trademarks is that they use no equipment of any kind except their hands.

Getting there: Metro Line 1, Martyrs' Park Station

A stunning piece of history close to the center of Guangzhou, Sun-Yat Sen Memorial Hall dates back to 1931 when it was used more frequently for political meetings and commemorative activities than for art. In 1945 it was the site where the Japanese signed their surrender agreement. Today it is a multi-functional venue, and frequently holds large-scale national and international performances.
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall has held some of Guangzhou's largest shows. It’s also one of the largest theaters, seating more than 3,000 people. Because of the quality of its shows and its history, the memorial hall is one of the most respected performance spaces in China.

Getting there: Take Bus No. B3, 74, 261, 83, 2, 56, 62, 80, 85, 133, 185, 276, 204, 209, B4 or 299 to the Zhong Shan Ji Nian Tang (Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall) bus stop. You will find the main gate by the stop,Take metro line 2 to Dongfeng Zhonglu Station