Check out the maps we have for Guangzhou --April 2007. The MTR is the best way ofgetting around Guangzhou and cheap. Its the same as the MTR in Hongkong or BTS in Bangkok and many stations with new trains. Cost is approx 4 RMB for 4 stations and very easy to get around.Guangzhou  has a good subway system, and it is better as it's expanded with sliding doors on the platform being installed as at April 2007. This is the best way of getting around. Try and get  your hotel is located next to a subway station or  where the two main lines intersect. When riding the subway it is best to use the  yuan coins. You should always at least have some 10 yuan notes with you which can also be used in the token machines but you can change money in the underground. Most rides are either 2 or 4 yuan depending on whether you go a distance of 3 or 6 stations. The subway is clean and well maintained and safe just like Bangkok BTS or Hongkong MTR. The frequency is about 3 minutes and you can find a seat.