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Guangzhou is one of China's largest watch trading hubs, with thousands of suppliers concentrated around the Zhanxi Road area near Guangzhou Railway Station. The district brings together wholesale, retail, repair and accessory services in a compact cluster, which makes it convenient for buyers to compare options on foot.
This guide covers 7 established watch markets in the area, with practical notes on what each one is best suited for.
Nanfang Clock & Watch City
Chinese name: 南方钟表城（南方钟表交易中心）
Located at No. 59, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, this is a four-story wholesale market. Trading areas are mainly on floors two to four, while the ground floor serves as entrances and smaller shops. The market has around 200 merchants covering finished watches and accessories, with a mix of local private businesses and manufacturers from other regions.
Best for: Buyers looking for a concentrated selection of finished watches and accessories at varied price points.
Opening hours: 12:00–21:00
Address: No. 59, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 320 m walk
Zhanxi Watch City
Chinese name: 站西钟表城
Operating since 1986, Zhanxi Watch City has grown into one of the largest professional watch wholesale markets in China. It combines wholesale, retail, repair and brand services, and hosts a large network of watch and parts merchants — reportedly at least 5,000 operating in watches and components.
Best for: Buyers who need both finished watches and a wide range of watch accessories in one location.
Opening hours: 10:00–20:00
Address: No. 65, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 228 m walk
Zhanxi Jiu Long Watchmaker’s Shop
Chinese name: 站西九龙钟表行
Also established in 1986, this market sits in the west area of Guangzhou Station. It integrates wholesale, retail, repair and brand services, with around 200 shops. Escalators and elevators make it easier to move between floors. The market's model pairs finished-product sales with accessory wholesale, so the two sides support each other.
Best for: Buyers sourcing finished watches alongside components, with easier navigation between floors.
Opening hours: 10:00–23:00
Address: No. 63, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 278 m walk
Sanyi Clocks and Watches Market
Chinese name: 三一国际钟表城
At No. 61, Zhanxi Road, this market represents a total investment of over 20 million yuan, with more than 4,000 square meters of business area. It concentrates on watches and accessories from well-known domestic and foreign brands, with over 2,000 merchants, most of them private enterprises or self-employed individuals from Guangdong. Some merchants operate their own factories, and manufacturers from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Hong Kong also maintain points here.
Best for: Buyers looking for brand-oriented watch and accessory selections with a large merchant base.
Opening hours: 14:30–23:00
Address: No. 61, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 290 m walk
Mongkok International Watch Center
Chinese name: 旺角国际钟表城
This is a large shopping center focused on watch wholesale, with retail also included in its scope. It has around 400 merchants, including independent shops selling finished watches and accessories. Beyond buyers from across China, it also attracts overseas merchants from Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and Eastern Europe.
Best for: Buyers who want a wholesale-focused venue with a strong flow of international merchants.
Opening hours: 8:00–20:00
Address: No. 59, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 460 m walk
East Watch City
Chinese name: 东方表城
Located on Zhanxi Road, East Watch City is a large watch wholesale market where wholesale is the main business. Watches here are generally affordable and varied in style, but because there are many merchants, quality varies and buyers need to check carefully before purchasing.
Best for: Price-sensitive buyers who are prepared to inspect quality closely and compare across merchants.
Opening hours: 9:00–21:00
Address: No. 6, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 310 m walk
Haiying Clock & Watch City
Chinese name: 海英钟表城
Established in 2013, Haiying focuses on watches and accessories from various brands. The first and second floors are mainly shops, with around 100 stalls in total. It is a smaller venue compared with the larger markets nearby.
Best for: Buyers who prefer a more compact market with a focused range of brand watches and accessories.
Opening hours: 9:00–22:00
Address: No. 3, Zhanxi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
How to get there: Metro Line 2/5, Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, about 360 m walk
Practical Notes for Buyers
Timing: Opening hours vary noticeably between markets. Some open late morning, others in the early afternoon and run into the evening. Plan your route so you don't arrive before a market opens.
Walking distance: All seven markets sit within walking distance of Guangzhou Railway Station Exit F, but the spread is real — roughly 230 m to 460 m per market. Comfortable shoes matter if you plan to visit several in one day.
Quality checks: In markets with many small merchants, quality is not uniform. Inspect movements, cases and accessories carefully, and compare multiple stalls before committing.
Accessories vs. finished watches: If your sourcing needs lean toward components, prioritize Zhanxi Watch City and Zhanxi Jiu Long Watchmaker's Shop, where accessory wholesale is a core part of the business.
Sourcing Support
If you need help coordinating supplier quotations, sample follow-up, quality inspection or cargo consolidation for watch sourcing in Guangzhou, you can outline your style references, quantity, packaging requirements and destination. A sourcing agent can help consolidate across multiple merchants in the Zhanxi area.
