Guiyang, as the capital of Guizhou Province, has rich natural scenery and profound historical and cultural heritage, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists. Each scenic spot has its own unique charm and characteristics, whether it is natural scenery or historical culture, it is worth exploring and experiencing. The following is a brief introduction to the main tourist attractions and their characteristics in Guiyang:

Main History 
Founded as Guiyang Prefecture in 1413 during the Ming dynasty, the city was named for its location south of Guishan. Long the capital of Guizhou, Guiyang became a key transport and trading hub in southwest China. Today it is the core of China’s National Big Data Pilot Zone and celebrated as the “Cool Capital of China.”

Latitude & Longitude
City centre: 26°34′ N, 106°42′ E.
Municipal range: 26°11′ N–27°22′ N, 106°07′ E–107°17′ E.

Total Area
8,034 km².

Permanent Resident Population
≈ 6.23 million (end-2023).

Airports
Two civil airports: Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) and the under-construction Guiyang Guian New Area Airport.

Main Railway Stations
Four principal stations: Guiyang Railway Station, Guiyang North, Guiyang East, and Guiyang South (mainly freight).

Metro Opening & Network
First metro line opened 28 December 2017; as of June 2025 three lines (Lines 1, 2, 3) are in operation.

Geographic Position in China
Central Guizhou, on the eastern slope of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau along the watershed between the Yangtze and Pearl River basins.

Geographic Features
Karst plateau hills dominate, rising in the southwest and falling toward the northeast. The city sits in a basin at 880–1,659 m a.s.l., cut by rivers and dotted with peak-cluster depressions.

Climate Characteristics
Sub-tropical humid monsoon: mild winters, cool summers, mean annual temperature 15.3 °C; frequent night rain, high humidity, weak UV, earning the nickname “Cool Guiyang.”

Months of the Four Seasons
Spring: March–May
Summer: June–August
Autumn: September–November
Winter: December–February

Annual Average Temperature
≈ 15.3 °C.

Annual Average Precipitation
≈ 1,200 mm.

Best Times to Visit
May–October, with July–August ideal for escaping summer heat.

Peak Tourist Seasons
July–August (cool retreat), October Golden Week, and May Day holiday.

Major Tourist Attractions 
Qingyan Ancient Town, Jiaxiu Pavilion, Qianling Mountain Park, Tianhe Pool, Huaxi Park, Nanjiang Grand Canyon, Guizhou Provincial Museum.

Main Shopping Streets
Penshui Pool Commercial District (Zhonghua North Road, Yunyan District) and Qingyan Ancient Town Pedestrian Street (Huaxi District).

Signature Snacks
Chang-wang noodles, si-wa-wa (vegetable roll), tofu balls, love tofu, sour-soup fish, mutton rice noodles.

Qingyan Ancient Town: An ancient town with a history of more than 600 years, which retains a large number of Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings, is an excellent place to experience the style of ancient towns in Guizhou.

Qianling Mountain Park: The urban green lung of Guiyang, integrating mountains, rivers, ancient temples, and wild animals, suitable for hiking, praying, and getting close to nature.

Tianhe Lake: with unique karst landform, it has caves, waterfalls and canyons. A highlight is the boat tour in the water cave.

Jiaxiu Tower: A landmark of Guiyang, built in the Ming Dynasty, with bright lights at night, it is a good place for shooting night views.

Hongfeng Lake: an artificial lake on the plateau, with red maple forests by the lake and beautiful scenery of mountains and lakes, suitable for leisure and vacation.

Huaxi Park: Renowned for its floral and natural scenery, it is a popular destination for citizens to relax and also an ideal place to experience the beauty of nature.

Qingyun Road Night Market: a popular night market in Guiyang, with a variety of authentic cuisine and snacks, is an excellent choice for experiencing Guiyang's nightlife and tasting local cuisine.

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