Audio Guide of the Tomb of the Nanyue King

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and closed on Mondays. You can easily get there by metro to Jiefang Bei Station, or by taxi from central Guangzhou; the address is 867 Jiefang North Road. For more details, visit the official website.

Admission is 12 CNY for adults, with discounts for students and children. It is not free, but it includes access to the tomb and the main exhibitions. Buy your tickets online or at the ticket office to avoid lines.

It is recommended to allow at least 2 hours to explore the main tomb and the exhibitions. If you are a history enthusiast, you might stay up to 3 hours to read all the plaques. It is a compact but fascinating visit.

This tomb dates to the Western Han dynasty (2nd century BC) and belonged to King Zhao Mo, a key ruler who promoted cultural fusion between Han China and the southern minorities. It is an archaeological treasure that reveals funerary rituals and exceptional jade artifacts, highlighting the history of Guangzhou as Nanyue. Its discovery in 1983 was a milestone in Chinese archaeology.

Spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November) are ideal because of the mild weather and smaller crowds. Avoid weekends and Chinese holidays such as Lunar New Year for a quieter experience; go in the morning to avoid the midday heat in summer.

Yes, the museum has ramps, elevators, and adapted restrooms in the main areas, although the underground tomb has some limited stair access. It is recommended to contact staff upon arrival (+86 20 3611 6270) for additional assistance and to check updates on the official website.

Nearby you will find the Zhenhai Tower, about 2 km away, an iconic symbol of Guangzhou, and Yuexiu Park with its Five Rams Statue. There is also the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, perfect for a full cultural day out. Use the metro to move easily between them.

Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the excavated areas and consider renting an audio guide, available on site or through IAudioguia for an immersive experience in Spanish. Avoid flash photography inside the tomb and arrive early to avoid queues; drink water, as the interior can be cool and humid.