[Self-driving tour from Hong Kong to the north] Great places for self-driving tour in Jiangmen | Introduction to popular attractions (with parking and parking lot information)

The Kaiping Diaolou cluster in Kaiping City, Jiangmen, Guangdong Province is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and a unique local architectural style of Kaiping, blending traditional Chinese architectural styles with Western features, reflecting the overseas Chinese culture of that era. Built from the late Ming and early Qing dynasties to the Republic of China period, the Diaolou served defensive and residential functions, reflecting social unrest and cultural exchanges of overseas Chinese at the time. The cluster includes 1,833 buildings such as Liyuan Garden, Zili Village Diaolou cluster, and Majianglong Diaolou cluster, each with unique styles and historical backgrounds, worth exploring in detail.

Address: Kaiping City, Jiangmen

Navigation: Search for "Liyuan," "Zili Village Diaolou cluster," "Majianglong Diaolou cluster" in map apps and follow navigation instructions.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Kaiping Exit → Follow navigation to Diaolou clusters

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Kaiping Exit → Follow navigation

Parking information: Parking lots are available at each Diaolou scenic area for self-driving tourists.

Chuan Island in Jiangmen is composed of two islands on the south side of Guanghai Bay and east of the Chuanshan Archipelago, namely Shangchuan Island and Xiachuan Island, each with its own characteristics. Shangchuan Island is famous for its beaches, including Feisha Beach, one of the most famous beaches suitable for swimming, surfing, and sunbathing. The island also has dense forests and rich natural scenery. Xiachuan Island is known for its tranquil and leisurely atmosphere, beautiful bays, and fishing village scenery, with the Wangfuzhou tourist area as the main attraction. Since Chuan Island is an island, drivers must park at Shanzui Port and take a ferry to the island. Visitors can also rent cars on Chuan Island for convenient travel to various attractions.

Address: Chuan Island, Jiangmen (transfer ferry at Shanzui Port)

Navigation: Search for "Taishan City Shanzui Port" or "Shanzui Port" in map apps and follow navigation instructions.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Xintai Expressway → Taicheng Exit → S274 Provincial Road → Shanzui Port

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Xintai Expressway → Taicheng Exit → S274 Provincial Road → Shanzui Port

Parking information: Park at Shanzui Port then transfer to the ferry.

Gulao Water Town is located in Gulao Town, Heshan City, Jiangmen, famous for its unique water town scenery and known as the "Venice of Lingnan." The water town features a network of rivers and houses built by the water. Visitors can take boat tours to enjoy the rural scenery and water town dwellings, experiencing the tranquility and leisure of the water town. Local specialties such as water town banquet, fish skin dumplings, and Xijiang roast goose are also popular among tourists.

Address: Yuanjiang Road, Gulao Town, Heshan City, Jiangmen

Navigation: Search for "Gulao Water Town" or "Heshan Gulao Water Town" in map apps and follow navigation instructions.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Gonghe Exit → S270 Provincial Road → Gulao Town → Gulao Water Town

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Gonghe Exit → S270 Provincial Road → Gulao Town → Gulao Water Town

Parking information: Gulao Water Town scenic area has parking lots for self-driving tourists.

Enping Quanlin Golden Town is located on Quanlin Road, Enping City, Jiangmen. It is a comprehensive resort integrating hot springs, hotels, dining, entertainment, and shopping. The town features hot springs where visitors can enjoy baths; there are also various themed hotels to meet different traveler needs. Additionally, there are rich entertainment facilities such as water parks, golf courses, and go-kart tracks, suitable for family vacations and leisure.

Address: Quanlin Road, Enping City, Jiangmen

Navigation: Search for "Enping Quanlin Golden Town" or "Quanlin Golden Town" in map apps and follow navigation instructions.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Enping Exit → Quanlin Road → Enping Quanlin Golden Town

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Enping Exit → Quanlin Road → Enping Quanlin Golden Town

Parking information: Enping Quanlin Golden Town has a large parking lot for self-driving tourists.

Changdi Style Street is located in Pengjiang District, Jiangmen City, and is one of the most historically charming streets in Jiangmen. It preserves many arcade-style buildings, each with unique features. Walking there feels like traveling back in time to the era of overseas Chinese hometowns. The street has many specialty shops, restaurants, and snack stalls where visitors can taste Jiangmen’s local delicacies and buy souvenirs.

Address: Dizhong Road, Pengjiang District, Jiangmen City

Navigation: Search for "Jiangmen Changdi Style Street" or "Changdi Historical and Cultural District" in map apps and follow navigation.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Jiangmen Exit → Yingbin Avenue → Changdi Road → Changdi Style Street

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jiangmen Exit → Yingbin Avenue → Changdi Road → Changdi Style Street

Parking information: There are some parking lots near Changdi Style Street, but spaces may be limited. It is recommended to plan parking in advance.

Thirty-Three Market Street is also located in Pengjiang District, near Changdi Style Street. It is one of Jiangmen’s historic streets, preserving many Lingnan-style old buildings and reflecting over 600 years of cultural history. Once an important commercial center, it still retains many traditional handicraft shops and specialty snack stores, making it a great place to experience Jiangmen’s traditional culture and taste local delicacies.

Address: Xingning Road, Pengjiang District, Jiangmen City

Navigation: Search for "Jiangmen Thirty-Three Market Street" or "Thirty-Three Market" in map apps and follow navigation.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Jiangmen Exit → Yingbin Avenue → turn onto relevant roads to Thirty-Three Market Street

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jiangmen Exit → Yingbin Avenue → turn onto relevant roads to Thirty-Three Market Street

Parking information: Parking spaces near Thirty-Three Market Street are limited. It is recommended to park at nearby lots and walk to the street.

Chikan Ancient Town is located in Kaiping City, Jiangmen, named after the red earth highland. It is a tourist resort integrating Lingnan culture, overseas Chinese culture, and water town scenery. With hundreds of years of history, Chikan Ancient Town preserves rustic architectural styles and many well-preserved arcade buildings, giving visitors a feeling of time travel. Visitors can take small boats along the town’s rivers to enjoy the beautiful scenery of small bridges and flowing water, ideal for photography and sightseeing.

Address: No. 172 Henan Road, Chikan Town, Kaiping City, Jiangmen

Navigation: Search for "Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town" or "Chikan Ancient Town" in map apps and follow navigation.

Main routes:

From Guangzhou: Guangfo Expressway → Fokai Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Kaiping Shuikou Exit → National Highway 325 → Chikan Town

From Shenzhen/Dongguan: Guangshen Coastal Expressway/Guangshen Expressway → Nansha Bridge → Zhongjiang Expressway → Jianghe Expressway → Kaiyang Expressway → Kaiping Shuikou Exit → National Highway 325 → Chikan Town

Parking information: Chikan Overseas Chinese Ancient Town has parking lots, but there are many visitors during holidays, so it is recommended to plan parking in advance.