# Explore Guangzhou — Guangzhou Metro map

> Guangzhou metro map, route planner, and offline navigation tool. (iPhone/iPad app by ExploreMetro.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-guangzhou/id349810410 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ExploreMetro](https://appshunter.io/developer/340706618)
- Category: Travel, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 699 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: Hindi, American English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2010-01-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-guangzhou/id349810410/reviews.md

## What is Explore Guangzhou?

Recommended by CNN and Lonely Planet, this is Guangzhou's best subway map! Up-to-date with all the metro lines; Works offline; Routeplanner, GPS, Street maps; English and Chinese included.

Download the app completely free! The free app is ad-supported. Upgrade to VIP features if you'd like to get extra features, remove ads and support future development!

WHY EXPLOREMETRO?

1. Fully up-to-date
Accurate metro map, includes every station on every line. Free updates for future station openings and timetable changes.

2. Designed for iPhone
Our gorgeous maps have been fully redesigned for all iPhone devices. Runs on all iOS10-14 devices.

3. Designed for iPad 
Specially redesigned interface for the larger iPad screen with split screen. Drag and drop station names, tips, maps and timetables into other apps.

4. Street maps for every station 
Need to get your bearings at a station? Integrated Street maps show you metro exits and nearby streets for every station.

5. Route-planner 
A really easy route-planner. Get route and time information for any journey with just three taps.

6. "Find my nearest station" 
Using your GPS, see a list of the closest metro stations to your current location.

7. Works offline 
Everything works without an Internet connection. Search stations and plan routes on the go.

UPGRADE TO VIP FOR EVEN MORE FEATURES

I've been developing this app for 10 years. Upgrading to VIP helps support future development of the app. VIP users get additional features, like NO ADS, accurate prices for every journey, first/last train times, offline street maps, tips at every station, and a general warm fuzzy feeling.

REVIEWS

CNN Travel: "These maps are very easy on the eye and simple to navigate. They work offline and also include free updates of stations that have yet to be completed, operating hours and schedules." 

Lonely Planet: "Easy to use, up to date and work offline. Very handy, especially when they've run out of paper maps at the stations."

SUGGESTIONS

We'd love to hear your comments and suggestions on ways to improve the app. Please contact us via support@exploremetro.com, as we can't respond to comments left in the reviews.

## Key features

- Up-to-date metro map
- Offline functionality
- Route planner
- GPS station finder
- Integrated street maps
- English and Chinese support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP mode (no ads) | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Explore Guangzhou?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🗺️ Comprehensive metro map coverage
- 🌐 Bilingual support (English and Chinese)
- 💡 Route planning functionality
- 🚀 Fast loading times
- 📍 Helpful for non-Chinese speakers
- 💰 Cost-effective transportation solution
- 📝 Useful notes section for explorers
- 🎯 Clear and logical interface design
- ⏰ Keeps pace with metro construction updates

**Cons**

- ⏰ Infrequent app updates
- 📅 Outdated metro line information
- 🐛 Pop-up ads causing crashes
- 📱 Compatibility issues with certain devices
- 🔤 User comments mostly in Chinese
- 🗺️ Missing recently added subway lines
- 🖼️ Interface design changes not always preferred
- ⚠️ Virus/malware concerns reported

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Black bar appearing when zooming map
- App crashes on iPhone 6 Plus
- Pop-up ads in Chinese crashing other apps
- GPS position not visible on Google Maps view
- Google Maps not cached for offline use

**Most requested features**

- Integration with Apple Maps or Google Maps
- Closest metro stop location detection
- Walking directions to nearest station
- GPS position visibility on map
- Cached offline Google Maps support
- Return to previous interface design
- More frequent updates for new metro lines

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-guangzhou/id349810410/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Simple and useful

*2026-07-16*

It's a simple app and updated and useful , not like other applications that you dont know how to use and

### 2/5 — updates

*2026-06-17, version 20.0.2*

no foshan updated info!

### 5/5 — Anamul

*2026-05-25*

Excellent help

### 1/5 — Mal cálculo

*2026-05-22, version 20.0.1*

Me da rutas más largas demorando mi viaje a destino

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-05-15*

It's great app and very useful for the people's who come to Guangzhou

### 5/5 — Wladimir

*2026-03-11, version 20.0.1*

Excelente mapa

### 5/5 — Le meilleur de ceux que j’ai essayé

*2025-10-28*

Ce qui manquerait c’est un plan ´sur carte’ (en plus de celui-ci ´sur réseau’, un peu comme celui de Paris où on voit en dessous les rues/quartiers de la ville)…
Mais son PLUS, c’est qu’on peut être transférer directement sur les cartes officielles (Mapsme, par exemple) pour les recherches d’itinéraires et autres sites touristiques.

### 5/5 — Good App

*2025-06-15*

Started using this App since 2018

### 5/5 — It’s amazing

*2025-04-22*

Wonderful

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2024-12-02*

Easy to use finding your way. Hopefully they will integrate with Apple or google maps that we find out the streets, hotels, restaurants etc

## Frequently asked questions about Explore Guangzhou

### What does the Explore Guangzhou app do?

This app provides an up-to-date subway map for Guangzhou, allowing users to plan routes, find nearby stations using GPS, and view integrated street maps. It is designed to work offline, making it convenient for travelers.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a fully updated metro map with all lines and stations, offline functionality for navigation, an easy-to-use route planner, GPS-based 'Find my nearest station', and integrated street maps for every station. It also supports both English and Chinese languages.

### How much does the app cost?

The app is free to download and use, and it is ad-supported. Users can choose to upgrade to VIP features for an ad-free experience, access to additional features like accurate journey prices and first/last train times, and to support future development.

### What devices is the app compatible with?

The app is designed for iOS devices and runs on all iOS 10-14 devices. It has been redesigned for both iPhone and iPad, with a specially optimized interface for the larger iPad screen and split-screen functionality.

### When would I use this app?

You would use this app when traveling within Guangzhou and needing to navigate the metro system. It's particularly useful for planning journeys, finding your way around stations, and when you don't have an internet connection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20.0.2 — 2026-05-31

Added new stations on Line 22

### 20.0.1 — 2025-11-23

Line 13 Yuzhu – Tianhe Park & Line 14 Jiahewanggang – Lejia Road extensions

### 20.0.0 — 2025-11-16

Guangzhou East Railway Station (广州东站) is now an interchange station for Guangzhou Metro Line 11.

New Liquid Glass appearance for iOS26

### 19.9.1 — 2025-09-07

Updates for Line 10 and Line 12

### 19.9.0 — 2025-09-06

Added Line 10 and Line 12

## Apps similar to Explore Guangzhou

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [广州地铁官方APP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app/id580097761) | 4.6 (489) | Free | Travel |
| [Guangzhou Travel Guide .](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/guangzhou-travel-guide/id382443071) | 4.6 (19) | Free | Travel |
| [MetroMan China](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metroman-china/id466351433) | 4.7 (1,959) | Free | Travel |
| [MetroMan Shenzhen](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metroman-shenzhen/id505814579) | 4.8 (158) | Free | Travel |

## More apps by ExploreMetro

- [Explore Shanghai](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-shanghai/id340706615)
- [Explore Beijing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-beijing/id349252601)
- [Explore Hong Kong](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-hong-kong/id352207482)
- [Explore Singapore](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-singapore/id364911596)
- [Explore Taipei](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-taipei/id384418985)

All apps by ExploreMetro: https://appshunter.io/developer/340706618

## Related topics

[explore guangzhou](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/explore-guangzhou) · [guangzhou](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guangzhou) · [guangzhou metro map](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guangzhou-metro-map) · [guangzhou metro guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guangzhou-metro-guide) · [city transport map guangzhou](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/city-transport-map-guangzhou) · [guangzhou metro](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guangzhou-metro) · [guangzhou metro route planner](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guangzhou-metro-route-planner)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*