Guangzhou boasts a vast series of markets meeting the needs of culture vultures, selling diverse kinds of antiques and other items of cultural interests. This article lists some of the most famous antique and jade markets in Guangzhou, from an entire street selling jade to markets specialized in Chinese antiques. However, before heading to one of the spots as listed below, it is imperative to bear in mind that there is a mix of real and fake goods in China with most are fakes, and in order to make sure that you are not ripped off, you need to be an expert or have lot of luck. If you are a green hand in the hobby then it is better to go with someone experienced in it or stick with the respected dealers.
1. Yuansheng Ceramic and Jade Craft Street源胜陶瓷玉石工艺街
With convenient location near the renown pedestrian area of Shangxiajiu, Yuansheng ceramic and jade craft street is one of the largest in South China. With numerous crafts and ceramics being sold in traditional Cantonese buildings, most visitors would be overwhelmed at first sight. Among the glittering array of products are famous ceramics from the “porcelain capital” of Jingdezhen, tea ceremony equipment, jewellery from Myanmar, carpentry works, and stamps.
Add: Yaohua Dongjie, Wenchang Beilu, Liwan District, Guangzhou
地址：广州市荔湾区文昌北路耀华东街(近文昌北路)
Getting there: take Metro Line 1 to Changshou Lu Station (长寿路站)
2. Xiguan Antique City (西关古玩城)
Xiguan antique city had once been ranked as one of the top ten antique markets in China. Not until June 2010 when it was relocated to a new area and it plumped. Though not as famous as it used to be, you can get access to lots of antiques in China. The antique city proudly boasts three floors with more than 160 sellers. Here buyers can get antique of any style and any time, from fancy treasures to street beggars and antiques from Tang Dynasty to the Republic of China.
Add: 88 Wenchang Nanlu, Liwan District, Guangzhou
地址：广州市荔湾区文昌南路88号
Getting there: take bus 530 to Shangxia Jiu Station (上下九步行街站)
3. Hualin Jade Street (华林玉器街)
Located in the neighborhood of Shangxiajiu, Hualin jade street is home to more than 80% of Guangzhou’s jade products with a market area of about 10,000 square meters. Prices there vary a lot, ranging from 10 RMB to 10, 000 RMB for big spenders. Hualin Jade Plaza, locating in the middle of the street, is the largest indoor jade market with more than 280 stands selling bracelets, floral jades, pendants, etc. which would not let you down if you are a jade hunter.
Add: Hualin Xinjie, Xiajiu Lu, Liwan District, Guangzhou
地址：广州市荔湾区下九路华林新街
Getting there: take bus 205 to Kangwang Lu Station (康王路站) (Shangxia Jiu)
4. Guangzhou Cultural Relics Store (广州市文物总店)
Guangzhou cultural relics store is of the longest history than markets of its kind in Guangzhou and it is one of China’s official top four cultural relic stores. Opened in 1960, Guangzhou cultural relics store consists of two sections including Yueya Hall and Zhai Antique area. Antique and jades from the Yuan and Sui Dynasty eras are on sale for those cultural hunters who are interested in Chinese history.
Add: 172 Wende Beilu, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
地址：广州市越秀区文德北路172号
Getting there: Take bus 1, 7, 12, 24, 36, 66, 182, 215, 219, 264, 544, or 27 (快线) to Wende Lu Station (文德路站)
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