Danshui Travel Guide

City City in Guangdong province, China

Danshui in Guangdong sits along the river, where ferry crossings, seafood markets and riverfront promenades draw visitors. People come for fresh shellfish, temple gates, and calm sunset views over the water.

Costs
Budget traveler: $20-40/day
Cheap street food, local guesthouses; ferry fares and snacks add small costs.
Safety
Generally safe; watch belongings
Low violent crime; petty theft in crowded markets.
Best Time
October-April (milder, drier)
Cooler, clearer weather for riverfront walks and sunsets.
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Population
126,701
Infrastructure & Convenience
Limited English signage; taxis, buses and ferries are common.
Popularity
Popular with nearby city residents for seafood and sunsets.
Known For
riverfront promenades, seafood markets, local ferries, temples, night markets, sunset views, river mouth scenery, seafood restaurants, small museums, bike paths
The name "Danshui" literally means "freshwater" in Chinese and often denotes towns at river mouths.

Why Visit Danshui? #

Who's Danshui For?

Couples
Families
Backpackers
Business

Top Things to Do in Danshui

All Attractions ›
Shun Hing Square
1
Shun Hing Square
Super-tall skyscraper in Shenzhen, mixed commercial use
Building
KK100
2
KK100
Super-tall Shenzhen skyscraper with mixed commercial functions
Building
Ap Chau
3
Ap Chau
Small Hong Kong island with dramatic rock formations
Island
Tap Mun
4
Tap Mun
Small Hong Kong island, also called Grass Island
Island
Tung Ping Chau
5
Tung Ping Chau
Hong Kong island in geopark, notable for sedimentary rock
Island
Kat O
6
Kat O
Island in northeastern Hong Kong with traditional villages
Island
Ma On Shan (peak)
7
Ma On Shan (peak)
Granite peak overlooking Hong Kong's eastern New Territories
Mountain
Ma Shi Chau
8
Ma Shi Chau
Small Hong Kong island known for tidal rock formations
Island

Plan Your Visit to Danshui #

Dining
Fresh coastal seafood
Seafood restaurants and grilled fish stalls by the water.
Nightlife
Night markets and bars
Bustling night markets and a few seaside bars open late.
Accommodation
Small hotels and guesthouses
Affordable seaside inns and basic hotels for short stays.
Shopping
Fish markets and local stalls
Fresh seafood markets, street vendors and small convenience stores.

Best Time to Visit Danshui #

Best time to visit Danshui is late autumn to winter (November-February) when humidity and rainfall drop and temperatures are pleasantly mild for coastal walks. Avoid June-October - the monsoon and typhoon period is hot, very humid and often wet, which disrupts outdoor plans.

Cool Season
November - February · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Dry, mild coastal weather perfect for strolling waterfronts and seafood dinners; mornings can be breezy and occasional cool snaps require a light jacket.
Hot Season
March - May · 20-30°C (68-86°F)
Warm to hot days with rising humidity - great for early mornings but afternoons get stifling; plan indoor breaks and explore at dawn or dusk.
Rainy Season
June - October · 25-33°C (77-91°F)
Monsoon and typhoon season brings heavy showers, choppy seas, and travel disruptions - expect humid, sticky conditions and frequent rain when outdoor plans are fragile.

Best Time to Visit Danshui #

Climate

Danshui's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1884 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
NovemberOctoberDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° – 18°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° – 19°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° – 22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° – 25°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (264 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° – 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

264 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (310 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° – 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

310 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (297 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° – 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

297 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (309 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° – 32°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

309 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (209 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° – 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

209 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° – 28°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° – 24°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° – 20°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

How to Get to Danshui

By Air
By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Danshui

Where to Stay in Danshui #

Budget
Town centre - $20-60/night
If this place refers to a small Guangdong town, expect few formal hotels: local guesthouses and inns with limited English services.
Mid-Range
Nearby city - $50-120/night
Mid-range hotels are more common in nearby larger cities; renting via local platforms or staying in the nearest city is easier.
Luxury
Regional city - $130+/night
Luxury hotels are generally not found in small towns; look to regional urban centres for full-service options.
Best for First-Timers
First-time visitors should base in the nearest larger city with clear transport links and day-trip options to local villages.
Best for Families
Families will have more facilities in nearby regional centres; local guesthouses are basic and not always child-focused.
Best for Digital Nomads
Small towns rarely offer coworking or reliable long-term internet; plan to work from the nearest city.

Where to Eat in Danshui #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Danshui's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Burger
Chicken
Ice Cream
Bubble Tea
Pizza
Noodle
Chinese
Malatang

Nightlife in Danshui #

Danshui (a town name found in Guangdong) typically has modest local nightlife - street food, small bars and KTVs. For a wider selection of clubs and cocktail bars, you’ll need to travel to a nearby city hub such as Guangzhou or Shenzhen. Nights here are informal; carry cash and arrange reliable transport for late returns.

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Shopping in Danshui #

Nearby Cities #

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Longgang
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Huizhou
Huizhou
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Shenzhen
50 km away
Bao'an Centre
62 km away
Tantou
65 km away
Bao'an
66 km away
Shajing
Shajing
67 km away
Gongheyong
69 km away