Qingyuan Lianzhou Underground River, tour the underground river and see the underground caves

**A complete guide to the Qingyuan Lianzhou Underground River** **Attractions** Lianzhou Underground River is a rare giant karst cave in South China, known as the "underground galaxy". The cave is divided into three levels and is about 1.5 kilometers long. It is filled with stalactites, stone curtains and underground rivers in various shapes and sizes. A boat tour is like traveling through the mysterious inner world of the earth. It is known as "the first cave river wonder in Lingnan." **Game guide** The whole tour takes about 2-3 hours. It is recommended to walk to see the strange rocks in the upper cave first, and then take a boat to explore the underground river (about 30 minutes). The cave is brightly lit and the guide's explanations are lively, making it suitable for families and geology enthusiasts. The cave is cool in summer (about 18℃), making it a great place to escape the heat. **SHADOW PHASE** 1. **Lotus Rock**: giant stalactite columns and lights reflected on the water. 2. **Xianrentian**: The stacked stone fields are like terraces, and the panoramic views are stunning. 3. **Underground River Pier**: Capture the magical feeling of light and shadow and the winding river while riding on a boat. **Food Recommendations** You must try the Lianzhou specialties "Dongpi cured meat", "Xingzi braised pork" and "Lianzhou choy sum". The farmhouse outside the scenic area recommends the wood-braised duck and mountain water tofu from the "Underground River Restaurant". **TICKETS** Adult tickets are ¥120 (including ferry tickets), children/seniors are ¥60; there is often a ¥10-20 discount when purchasing tickets online. **transportation** Self-driving: About 3.5 hours from Guangzhou, navigate to "Lianzhou Underground River Scenic Area". Public transportation: Take the "Underground River Special Line" bus from Lianzhou Bus Station (40 minutes). **OPENING HOURS** 08:30-17:00 (open all year round, last entry at 16:00); underground river cruise may be temporarily adjusted due to water levels. **TIPS** 1. The cave is slippery and has many steps, so wear non-slip sports shoes. 2. The seats on the cruise ship are limited. It is recommended to arrive early and queue up during peak season. 3. Bring a thin jacket as there is a significant temperature difference inside and outside the cave. 4. Avoid peak periods such as National Day and Spring Festival; the sightseeing experience is better on weekdays. #qingyuan #relax #trip #lianzhouundergroundriver #naturalkarstcave #undergrounddarkriver #registerforhotelsleeptesterinMarch2025