4 Star Places To Visit in Guangxi, China (50)

4.0 West Street (2.809 reviews)
- Got LUCKY, meet a group of Zhuang and Miao People celebrating their holiday.
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

An Ordinary ancient town, food here is overpriced, especially after the Re-open of China tourism. But I’m lucky enough to meet these local Zhuang and Miao People to celebrate their traditional holiday. Order a beer in this Bar and support the local business. See more..
4.0 Reed Flute Cave (Ludi Yan) (2.049 reviews)
- Truly beautiful
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Caverns & Caves

This was only the 2nd cave I’ve been to and it was truly beautiful. You go in as part of a group but you don’t have to stay with the group as you move through the cave. The cave itself was beautiful with amazing lighting throughout l. Prices for children under 18 are advertised as half price BUT this is only for Chinese kids. There is a way around this by bringing your child’s student or library card with you. That may possibly get your child to get in half price - ¥90 per person is full price. See more..
4.5 Yulong River (1.634 reviews)
- Boating on the Yulong River
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water

We had a fun time boating and rafting on the Boating on the Yulong River. The mountain/hilly views added to the exotic experience. See more..
4.0 Moon Hill (1.008 reviews) from $45.00
- Hot and humid but a great view
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM Geologic Formations

A hard climb up a lot of steps on a very hot and humid day. I stopped at the half way point as it began to rain and thunderstorms were likely. My husband continued to the top and enjoyed the view but said you actually get a better view of the hill from lower down. Excellent view of surrounding area too. See more..
4.5 Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces (953 reviews)
- Great place to visit
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas • Lookouts

This is an amzing site to see. We went when the colour of the rice was changing from green to yellow , absolutely beautiful . There is a cable car to go up the hill but the climb is not to serious . If you are pressed for time take the cable car up and down otherwise enjoy the views and walk through the rice terraces. See more..
4.5 Li River (732 reviews)
- Get away to a place of relaxation & breathtaking views
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Bodies of Water

Relax-inspiring beauty of the peaceful river water with the Crab Mountains in the background. Unbeatable scenery . . . Can it get any better? See more..
4.5 Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park (606 reviews)
- Amazing view!!! Must go!
Tuesday: 7:50 AM - 10:00 PM Parks

This is a must go place when you visit Guilin. Look at amazing RiYue (Sun Moon) twin tower!! All you can say is "WOW" then start taken pics and selfies lol See more..
4.5 Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes Resort (546 reviews)
- Night Time Cruise
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 11:30 PM Bodies of Water

We walked around the area during the day and did the night cruise in the evening. You can book tickets near the sun and moon pagoda and they will let you know where to board the boat. The cruise is quite expensive at 210 each but you will go under many of the bridges in the area, go in two canals and see lots of the buildings and banks lit up at night. We had a full boat so had troubles seeing outside the cabin at the beginning but we lucked out when they allowed us out on the boat deck at the stern because it was too cold for many people. We got good photos on the water but you can get a similar experience walking through the area as well and take your time doing it! If we were to do this area again we would walk around at night as it is prettier at night and free to walk around. See more..
4.0 Silver Cave (537 reviews)
- Average but a bit tacky
Geologic Formations

We went as a rainy day activity. It was OK. Impressive caves and formations but a bit tacky with the coloured lights and tat shops midway round. The best thing about this visit was discovering the the Ruyi Peak cable car on the way back. We stopped off there - now that’s an attraction! Suspension bridges, glass walk ways and views to die for, even in poor weather. See more..
4.0 Silver Beach (Yin Tan) (471 reviews)
- whit and long beach
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Beaches • Civic Centres

This popular beach stretches more than 16 miles and offers a variety of summer recreation including volleyball, sandcastle building, speedboats, horses and sunbathing. See more..
4.5 Ping'an Village (356 reviews)
- Worth a visit
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Civic Centres

We walked here when visiting the rice terraces. Very interesting to wander around and get a feel for life here. Lots of photo opportunities. Some places are looking very closed but some are open and welcoming. We had a drink in a cafe with a great view and the people were very friendly. See more..
4.5 Beihai Weizhou Island (303 reviews)
- Cool Fresh air, vast sea, blue sky & ocean spray
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Islands

South China Sea’s Weizhou Island, located in the Golf of Tonkin, is off the beaten path and yet to be discovered by many tourist sand vacationer s. This rugged island has an area of approximately 24.75 square kilometres. It is a volcanic island, the origins of which date back to about 32 to 50 million years ago. It is a nature preserve with about 150 species of birds. Many locals appear to live off fishing in the waters of the South China Sea. This is a haven for people who wish to live a simple life, surrounded by crystal clear waters and away from the hustle and bustle of larger populated places. See more..
4.5 Lijiang Folk Customs Garden (291 reviews)
- Beautiful Scenery & Boat Ride
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Civic Centres

u have 2 options to visit this, either buy a guided tour which is a 4/5 hour ride down the entire river or a second tour which is an hour boat ride with only the main high lights of this river & the moutain scene that is on the 20yuan Note. or u can do a private tour yourself and but just the boat ride at teh end of the Liu River We opted for the half day trip that finished at Liu River. And the Moutains that are captured on The 20 Yuan Note. Beautiful Ride. Great Scenery. the boat ride took about an hour max. Keep a 20 Yuan Note in your person & do what most Chinese Touris did & hold it up when u pass the Mountains On the Note & snap a pic. All in all a great tour well worth it A must see i say See more..
4.0 Xingping Town (252 reviews)
- Excellent Bamboo Raft Ride
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Strongly recommended to pay the extra and take this ride from the starting point. One of the clearest waters where the ride will pass through 7 river steps. Riding along with the water ducks, witnessing all the different ranges and rock formations. Best to take this ride towards sunset, you get to see all the beautiful still perfect reflections of the hills all around your raft. See more..
4.0 Guilin Butterfly Spring (242 reviews)
- Pretty cool
Points of Interest & Landmarks

You cannot miss the giant butterfly as you drive/ride along the Yangshuo road from the city center to Moon hill. It is a great place for photography. See more..
4.5 Qingxiu Mountain (240 reviews)
- The Green Mountain
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Mountains • Historic Walking Areas

This majestic four square kilometres, mountain scenic area is also referred to as the "green lung" of Nanning. Beautiful and well-maintained. Panoramic views from the mountain top. See more..
4.0 Guilin Yaoshan Mountain Scenic Resort (238 reviews)
- Gondola Ride for the Sights
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Civic Centres

It seemed like much of the area at the top was closed for maintenance so we enjoyed the gondola ride more than the actual mountain. The views at the top are very good and you can see the city and many of the mountain formations from the top. The gondola costs 55 one way or 110 round trip. We took the round trip because the hike to the top looked steep and undermaintained. See more..
4.5 Sun and Moon Pagodas (232 reviews)
- Great Night Cruise of Guilin
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Travel is incomplete without a night cruise of these 2 pagodas in Shan Lake. Not only is Guilin famous for all its natural scenaries and rocks, China has cleaned up their waterways. Our cruise passed through crystal clear rivers where we can see fishes and rocks at the bottom of these rivers. See more..
4.5 Guilin Laozhai Mountain (217 reviews)
- Energizing hike up the steep steps
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Mountains

Fantastic views from the top. Possible the most amazingly beautiful views in Yangshou County. Photographers haven. But to get to the top, you have to ascend a little over 300 metres. See more..
4.5 Detian Scenic Resort (209 reviews)
- Well Worth a Visit
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Waterfalls

First off let me say you need to be reasonaly fit to enjoy all features of this park. As a foreigner we found it necessary to obtain tickets at the visitor centre some 15kms distant from the park entry. There are ticket machines at the actual park entrance but these would not work for our Chinese guest and rejected all attempts as a foreigner. Similarly the online ticketing facility would not accpet foreigner details. The ticket booth personnel at the park entry and at the main visitor centre spoke no English. Entry includes a return bus trip to the park entrance. You can hire English speaking guides at the visitor centre. The guide (Chinese speak only) on our bus was excellent - even advising against shopping within the park where the goods were more expensive than the same goods in shops outside the park. He held the additional tickets for the boat ride up to the falls (30RMB) and also the mechanised 'path' (58RMB). There are 2 main, one way, visitor routes around the park. One is by foot, the other includes mechanised people movers at a considerable height above the park. These are rubberised belts that you sit on. Entry to the upward lift is via 2 flights of some 250 steps of stairway; frankly I gave up at the first staging area - half way to the top. The paths around the park are now paved and equipped with stairways (in wood and concrete, the latter with a timber appearance). These stairways are quite steep and numerous, hence the need for fitness. We travelled here by road from Beihai. Basically Highway S60 and then to County Road S325. We ran into a check point after being on S325; the officials were very friendly and we were passed through, after showing our visas, in no time. After hours on S60 the motoring around the county roads was a dream - much like the UK country roads\lanes. Gorgeous countryside everwhere, including off S60. See more..
4.0 Fubo Hill (209 reviews)
- Nice view
Lookouts • Geologic Formations

Rising more than 213 meters in elevation from the west bank of the Lijiang River, this hill offers superb views from its summit. See more..
4.0 Yangshuo Park (200 reviews)
- Beautiful, scenic & cool Yangshuo
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Parks

The beauty of nature is displayed in Yangshuo County. There are many things one can do in this popular tourist area, including admiring the landscape heavily impacted bu the magnificent mountains, hiking, climb Moon Hill and view the 50-metre hole on its top, cruising on the Yulong River, engage in cultural activities, watch the local fishermen on their bamboo rafts, and more. See more..
4.0 Liu Sanjie Landscape Garden of Guilin (191 reviews)
- A must watch for the show at night
Amusement & Theme Parks

Was the most awesome and spectacular live performance show i have ever watched. A must watch show and starlight of the night if you are coming to Guilin. Highlighy recondmended and a very entertaining 2 hour show. See more..
4.0 Yulong Bridge (174 reviews)
- Remarkable bridge construction
Bridges

Best viewed from bamboo raft on the river which we did, really cheerful and good energy by all the boatman and their passengers. Note the one boatman on his cell. An entire family are having lunch on their bamboo raft seated at a table with benches. So very social and friendly. One girl called out from another raft "where you from" due to my size and obviously a foreigner" "South Africa" I replied, "Wow" she said. See more..
4.0 Xingping Fishing Village (145 reviews)
- Blast from the Past
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Civic Centres

The Xingping Fishing Village is the place that feels like a blast from the past. The buildings are ancient well preserved building that looks like pre-war building with national flags hanging. The shops are commercialised selling poor imitations of beer fish or local Guangxi dishes. There are also local souvenir shops selling most cheap looking over priced items. Nevertheless the area has a unique charm as it is surrounded by beautiful karst mountains and barren grasslands. When you blend the two together, there is a unique tranquil peaceful feeling you don't usually experience. My advice is to have a heavy late breakfast before you go there. The food and shops are forgettable. But the ambiance is worth the visit. To enjoy the calm and peace, you can also order coffee at cafes there, and just sip slowly to appreciate the joy of being in a blast from the past. See more..
4.5 Longji Mountain (143 reviews)
- Good ride to viewpoint 3
Tuesday: 7:55 AM - 5:02 PM Mountains

On arrival by bus at Dazhai, we booked the cable car ride both ways. Senior pays 90 yuan both ways while a normal ticket is 100 yuan both ways. The cable car station is next to the bus station. We saw many people hiking up to the cable car station. If the weather is good, I would suggest taking the cable car one way and hike the other way. From the cable car station, we could also walk to Tian Tou Zhai which is a large village at midpoint while Dazhai is a village at the base. We ate lunch of bamboo chicken and bamboo rice at the restaurant up there. There are also some locals offering meals at their place. One must defintely hike here to enjoy the rice terraces. However I noticed that it is more pleasant to walk after 4 pm as the mid day heat can be quite hot. So stay at Dazhai or Tian Tou Zhai if possible to enjoy the experience of this rice terraces. See more..
4.5 Guilin Merryland Resort (141 reviews)
- First visit in Guilin
Amusement & Theme Parks • Points of Interest & Landmarks

My first trip in Guilin, chosen to a non popular but historical city - XingAn. I have chosen Guilin Merryland Resort thru recommendation. It’s a rather old hotel and a distance away from the city but come with pretty nice environment with a golf course and theme park for kids. What I like about were the nice natural reserve and garden, fresh air on the morning very relaxing. Great for break away from City. Another plus point nice pool for me to relax. Room rate extremely reasonable. I will be back when I need a quiet and relaxing weekend break. See more..
4.0 Daxu Old Town (130 reviews)
- Nice old streets to discover
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

We went there in hot july. Easy to reach from guilin. Didi, buses, .. Small streets are near and along the river. Very old houses. Dont be afraid to go deep in the small streets. Some tourists shops or old chinese stuff... Some old houses can be visited for 2rmb Bus 306 is going back to guilin. 2rmb one way. Nice place to spend so spend some hours See more..
4.0 Nanning People's Park (112 reviews)
- White Dragon Park
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Parks

Nanning People's Park is also known as White Dragon Park, and is home to White Dragon Lake. Great place for a relaxing scenic stroll. See more..
4.5 Folded Brocade Hill (Diecai Hill) (103 reviews)
- Most favorable mountain park for local residents.
Lookouts • Geologic Formations

At a height of 722 feet, this is the tallest hill in Guilin offering some of the best views for viewing and photographing the city. See more..
4.0 Nanning Zhongshan Snack Street (102 reviews)
- Typical snack street
Neighborhoods • Flea & Street Markets

Yet another snack street with lots of goodies. Barbequed seafood, meat on sticks and all that good deep fried stuff. Very packed on the weekend and lots to see in the nearby area. Worth a visit.. See more..
4.5 Nanhu Lake Park (92 reviews)
- Nice for a Walk
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water • Parks

This area was nice for a walk anytime of day. There are gardens, fountains and lotus ponds. It is very popular amongst locals and we felt out of place for not jogging! Nanhu is probably the best metro station to access. See more..
4.0 Fuli Ancient Town (92 reviews)
- Interesting Food at Fuli Market
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Ancient Ruins

Biked with a guide from Shaungtan northeast of Yangshuo to Fuli Market. Very interesting noodle lunch and cakes. Glad to have the guide as little English was spoken. Actually, took a ferry across the river and parked the bikes with a local house. Pleasant day and less touristy stuff. More of a local's market feel. See more..
4.5 Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge (91 reviews)
- Stay a night after Longji
Architectural Buildings • Bridges

I wouldn't visit from Guilin, but from the rice terraces it was worthwhile. I stayed two nights, but one night would've been enough if you leave the next day later in the afternoon. The bridge is best enjoyed early morning or at night without the chaos of salesladies and tourists. The villages were pleaant to wander around, though I felt really intrusive as a tourist. The Dong minority performances (3x daily, they get you to take a sip of baijiu at the beginning which you tip them for, most gave 10rmb) was interesting. Getting there: From Pingan (Dazhai would work too) I took a bus to Longsheng (10rmb) then another bus to Sanjiang (19rmb). At Sanjiang east bus station (he dong) there are minivan drivers outside who repeat "chengyang qiao" and will likely approach you if you look like a traveler. One charged 60rmb for 2 people but wouldn't go lower than 50rmb for 1. I ended up going with a driver for 80rmb (ticket "included") who transferred me to another driver at the very end who got me in without buying an official ticket, but who provided me with an old ticket (I was adament ahout wanting a ticket just in case, but no one ever asked for it). That driver helped me get a room for 50 rmb at Yang Yang Lv Guan (call Mr Yang2 136-7780-4018, no English), to the right side of Long Feng Hotel (80rmb). I bargained to a better room for the same price (instead of 60rmb) by staying two nights. Pleasant twin room with a nice view of village roofs and mountains, so-so bathroom, but I did see a roach taking shelter on the wall one night when it rained buckets outside. Going back to Sanjiang, I caught one of the local minivans for 10rmb though it should've been 6rmb. Buses from Sanjiang go to Nanning too, but i caught one to Guilin for 50rmb. See more..
4.5 Fuli Bridge (88 reviews)
- Peaceful and lesser known
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bridges

This isn't much of a tourist attraction, so there won't be many big tourist bus and hoards of tourist. It is nested in a smaller village, basically the bridge is over 500 years old and not restored, which makes it good for photo taking. It is popular among wedding couples for their photo shoots. The water was calm and most parts were clear that you could see water plants and small fishes. Price for bamboo rafting was on the high side, 300rmb for 4 people, up stream and down, probably takes an hour and over. We had a nice and patient boatman, and we even took over and did some rafting ourselves too, which was fun for the kids. After this is done, we proceeded to Jiu Xian village which is also one of the older and not much restored village. See more..
4.0 Jingjiang Wangcheng City (88 reviews)
- Decent
Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

I came here with the expectations of the height of a chair but came out with the height of a mountain. The park itself was quite nice and the many buildings included many interactive displays and activities. It costs 100 RMB per person to enter (50 for under 6) and comes with a tour guide who will explain it in Mandarin along the way. This is very underrated and should be among the highest. The only downside would be the price as the ticket is very expensive but as Guilin's Non1 attraction, it sure is worth the price See more..
4.0 Guilin ZhengYang BuXingJie (ShanHu BeiLu) (84 reviews)
- Adjoining Walking Street w DongXi Street
Points of Interest & Landmarks

I started w ZhengYang BuXing Jie on the first day and was amused to see the many restaurants and local snacks stall. There are row and row of shops selling local snacks and souvenior. See more..
4.5 Yangshuo Historic Landscape Park (80 reviews)
- Mesmerizing scenic views
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Parks

We came here by scooters. The views are mesmerizingly beautiful. Most amazing to me are the mountains and their shapes. Much like independent mountains close to each other, rather than looking like a mountain range. See more..
4.0 Huangyao Ancient Town (65 reviews)
- Avoid staying inside the town
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

Please consider this: to prevent further worsening the environment of the ancient town, visitors'd better stay in a hotel just outside the town. With a day pass, visitors are entitled to unlimited entry to the ancient town so you can take photos, see the houses, eat in a local food stall or small restaurant or have or drink in a bar anytime on a day you like but please do not stay inside the town. There are dozens of family-run hostels. Just imagine, the ancient sewage facilities cannot accommodate hundreds of visitors using modern industrial products of shampoo or shower gel. Very sure, the untreated sewage will pollute the river of the town. Visitors who really like the town are very welcome to go to the town, but please avoid staying inside the ancient town for the sake ot the town. Let the younger generations have an opportunity to see this lovely ancient town (though the town is being more and more commercialised). See more..
4.0 Guilin Botanical Garden (65 reviews)
- Pretty spot for a walk
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks

We walked through this very well-planned garden a few times during our stay both at night and daytime. Meandering paths led to quiet sitting areas overlooking the lake. Used often by the locals. Our hotel was across the road. It also provided a cool area to walk under the trees See more..
4.0 Jiuxian Ancient Village (61 reviews)
- This is why you come to Yangshuo
Points of Interest & Landmarks

We ended up in Jiuxian because our lodging was here, but frankly, anyone that comes to china sees plenty of cities. You come to Yangshuo to see the area that Jiuxian is. Mountains, rivers, rice paddies, greenery, hikes, peaceful farming village. NOTHING COMMERCIAL. It is amazing and should be a UNESCO world heritage site. All this and you can get excellent lunch or dinner or just a drink in a cool environment at the Secret Garden hotel if you are not staying there. See more..
4.0 ShangShui MeiShiJie (58 reviews)
- Fun spot
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A very lively, fun spot to wander, try local foods and mix with the locals. Many of the side streets have market stalls for faux antiques and souvenirs and others have street food vendors and small shops. Wherever you wander, there's something to see and you'll get some great food, although don't count on anybody speaking English or the menus being in anything but Chinese. See more..
4.5 Mixc mall (56 reviews)
- Best Mall in Nanning
Shopping Malls

New mail in east nanning, 6 story upper class mall. On 3rd floor has Starbucks, 5th floor has ice skating arena.6th floor has mc cafe. It's one block east of Walmart. See more..
4.0 Jiuma Mountain (47 reviews)
- Extremely beautiful landscape
Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Mountains

We took a tour vehicle to come to this attraction. Our original destination was only the place whose picture is on the RMB 20 Yuan note. But the tour vehicle driver recommended the Jiuma Mountain (meaning "Nine Horse Mountain"). Although it is not that easy to recognize all the 9 horses on the mountain, the landscape near the mountain, which is by the Li River, is stunning! See more..
4.5 Beihai Old Street (46 reviews)
- A unique architecture
Tuesday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

It is not common to see preserved buildings in China. This old fishing "town" is full of charm, and this old traditional street is just nearby the sea. A great place for a relaxing time, full of culture. See more..
4.5 Guangxi Museum of Nationalities (46 reviews)
- Fantastic museum a little ways out from the cbd
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Speciality Museums

The guangxi museum of nationalities is a wonderful place, with exhibits spread out over several levels. The highlights were the reconstructed models of traditional houses as used by the various minority groups. To make the most of your visit, you should allow for at least 2-3 hours. The museum is a little ways out from the city centre, so most likely you'll need to take a taxi, but the free entry makes up for it. See more..
4.5 Guilin Art Park (43 reviews)
- Great sculpture in a beautiful karst setting
Parks • Monuments & Statues

Easy to get to by bus from either Guilin or Yangshuo. Great staff and beautiful grounds but rather expensive at 100 RMB per ticket, especially if you have a large family. It is a good idea to take a picnic lunch as the local restaurants are crazy expensive. The entire park is said to be well over 8000 mu so there is plenty to explore. My other complaint is that the tropical greenhouse is not open to the public. Still there is plenty here to occupy a day. See more..
4.0 Mt. Gupo National Forest Park (40 reviews)
- Nature pure
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM National Parks • Forests

An absolute must to see in Hezhou! If you want to escape from the roaring city - this is the place to explore. Well organized, clean, easy to hike and family-friendly! But please - take your time - don’t just rush in and out - it’s worthwhile! See more..
4.5 Guangxi Guilin Forest Park (40 reviews)
- Cycled around
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Parks

This is beautiful and cycled with our 8 year old and felt safe. Our guide was amazing and kept up pace with us. See more..
4.0 Guanyan Scenic Resort (40 reviews)
- Little adventure with train and boat in karst caves
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Civic Centres

Nearly 1-2 hours visit to this karst cave in Guilin. There is a little train that can take you for a round of visiting . Also small boats provided for the underground river travel. No any light during the boat travel. A small flashlight and life jacket are provided to you. It is quite interesting to visit a karst cave in this way. See more..

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