Guangdong's 2026 Kickoff: A Tourism Sensation
If one word could describe the holiday vibe in Guangdong, it’s "Crowded" — and proudly so!
How crazy was Guangdong's popularity at the start of 2026? Tourists flooded every corner, with netizens joking: "All I saw were people," "Tickets to top attractions sold out in seconds," "The subway was so packed it made me question life..."
This isn’t an exaggeration — it’s the real scene of Guangzhou during New Year’s Day. Even auxiliary police officers turned into "photography directors" on Beijing Road Pedestrian Street, helping tourists take photos with the iconic "Bronze Kettle Dripping Clock" relic.
By the Numbers: 17.875 Million Visitors & Counting
17.875M
Total Visitors
¥9.98B
Tourism Revenue
+30%
YoY Growth (Both Metrics)
Data from Guangdong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism shows the province’s tourism sector achieved a strong start, with robust growth even on a high base — a testament to "Top-tier Guangdong’s" consumption vitality.
Guangzhou: A Giant Carnival Venue
Blockbuster Shows & Events
- Storm Electronic Music Festival drew over 43,000 fans, with 90% traveling from other cities.
- G.E.M. held 11 consecutive concerts, attracting over 42,000 spectators per show.
- High-end performances like Lang Lang’s concert and Vienna Symphony Orchestra were sold out instantly.
- Haixinsha INNO Carnival combined amusement, food and art, welcoming 100,000 visitors.
Vibrant Scenic Spots & Historic Streets
- Chimelong Resort launched 5 new rides and lit up the bay with a spectacular fireworks show.
- Grandview Mall created immersive parent-child experiences, including stunning mermaid shows.
- Yongqing Fang blended intangible cultural heritage experiences with creative markets.
- Beijing Road merged Cantonese performances with trendy activities, blending ancient and modern charm.
Transportation: The Backbone of Connectivity
Behind the massive crowds lies Guangdong’s world-class transportation network, setting multiple records during the holiday:
More Than Urban Glitz: All-Round Tourism Boom
Tourism heated up across cities and villages alike, with surprises beyond the metropolises:
- Conghua’s "Liuxi Fragrant Snow" plum blossoms bloomed across 3,000 mu of gardens, becoming a top photo spot.
- Zengcheng hosted the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Women’s Half Marathon, with 20,000 runners.
- Huadu Vanilla World created a "Snow Town" with artificial snow, offering a northern-style winter vibe.
- Red tourism sites welcomed 366,000 visitors; ancient post roads and villages drew 547,000 and 788,000 tourists respectively.
Next Up: Spring Festival in Guangdong 2026
"Come to Guangdong for the Chinese New Year 2026" — A Grand Feast Awaits!
Over 1,100 themed activities, ¥20 million in cultural and tourism vouchers, and 300+ public welfare performances
Foshan as the main venue: Ancestral Temple prayers, lion dance competitions, and a "Lingnan New Year Taste Map"
From the bustling subways to the serene villages, Guangdong’s New Year boom is just the beginning.
2026 proves Guangdong is not just "Food Paradise" — it’s "Play Paradise", "Trend Paradise", and "Life Paradise".
Are you ready to celebrate the Spring Festival in Guangdong?