2024 Guilin Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)
Guilin's splendid landscape of mountains and water is famous throughout the whole country. Both banks of the clear and sparkling waters of the Li River are lined with strangely shaped boulders and green mountains. You can take a cruise on a bamboo raft. The scenery is absolutely sublime. Guilin’s Elephant Trunk Hill, The Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Spot and Jingjiang Princes’ Palace are the primary scenic spots featuring beautiful surroundings. The Two Rivers and Four Lakes Scenic Area is also very beautiful at night. The Yangshuo section of the Li River is magnificent. There is a large amount of idyllic countryside scenery for you to enjoy. You can ride a bike or go hiking, as the area is quite suitable for both. This is one of the best places in China to go rock climbing and, as a result, it has attracted the interest of domestic and foreign tourists and travelers beyond counting. Additionally, with cascading terraces and magical caves galore, the natural area around Guilin is also very much worth discovering.
Today's Weather
Clear 9-23℃
Popular Attractions
Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area
Li River Scenic Area
Longji Terraces
Impression Sanjie Liu (Evening Showtime)
Guilin is so romantic! Open the window to a mountain view.
My bestie and I 👭 came to Guangxi to play. Guilin was our first stop. We planned to fly ✈️ in, stay a night, visit Elephant Trunk Hill, and then head to Yangshuo the next day. But unexpectedly, we found a super beautiful hotel 🏨 in the city for just over 100 per person! What a surprise!!!
The hotel 📍 is in a great location. It's about a 5-minute walk 🚶 to Elephant Trunk Hill, 6–8 minutes to Sun and Moon Twin Towers, and about 10–15 minutes to the historical streets of the Ming and Qing Dynasties—Dongxi Lane. You can also check out Xiaoyao Tower, Jingjiang Prince City, and other scenic spots~
There are all kinds of food and souvenir shops downstairs, which is super convenient.
Most importantly‼️ The hotel has a great view 😀 I took the best photos of my life. The room is clean and comfortable, with a great floor-to-ceiling window view. The green 🍃 outside is great for photos. The top-floor restaurant and tea room have a 270-degree view of the mountains ⛰️. It's a great place to take photos in Hanfu 📷. Be sure to have breakfast here and take some photos.
Great value for money. I'll be back 🫡
Experience the early autumn in Guilin.
It is recommended to complete this autumn tour before leaving Guilin.
The yellow paddy fields in Guilin
indicate the arrival of early autumn in Guilin.
Here are some good places to see the paddy fields~
Few people and beautiful scenery!!
🍁Buni Terraces
💰Ticket price: CNY 40, CNY 120 (including round-trip cable car)
Although it is not as spectacular as the Longji Terraces,
Buni Terraces is far away from the crowd, and everything returns to the original farming life.
You can also see the nearby villagers working in the fields~ It has a unique flavor.
🌺Zhuangyuan Bridge
💰Ticket: Free
Different from the terraces, Zhuangyuan Bridge is more like walking into an autumn oil painting.
The golden rice ears shine under the sun, like a golden ocean.
🍁Hengshan Village, Lingui
💰Ticket: Free
You can get the same style as Shizhong in Yunnan.
The village is very quiet, every painting is very healing, two unique big trees
It's like meeting the fairy tale world of Hayao Miyazaki.
🍁Yangshuo Paddy Field
Ticket: Free
🍁The Peach Garden
Ticket: CNY 60
This hidden gem in Guilin is amazing~.
There's a fantastic hotel in Guilin city center with an unbeatable location. It's right next to East-West Alley, a few steps from the bustling Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, and only about 10 minutes from Elephant Trunk Hill.
The hotel rooms are spacious and bright, with an elegant, modern Chinese style. The bedding is soft and comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep. There's also a cozy corner in the room that can be used as a lounge area. The room is well-equipped and full of thoughtful little details.
The hotel lobby on the first floor offers free tea and snacks at certain times. The most surprising thing is the rooftop viewing platform, which offers panoramic views of Guilin city center and overlooks East-West Alley~ The pool next to it is a great place for photos. The hotel's breakfast is also very rich, especially the freshly made rice noodles, which are so delicious that you don't need to go out to find food. I'll choose this place again next time I come to Guilin. 💕
🏠Bo Yin Yi Nian Jian Hotel
A scenic tour of Guilin's mountains and rivers.
Guilin is a beautiful city with many attractions worth visiting. Here is a Guilin travel guide that we hope will be helpful to you.
• Transportation:
• Airplane: Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, with buses to the city center.
• Train: Guilin Railway Station, Guilin North Railway Station, Guilin West Railway Station.
• City transportation: Buses, taxis, ride-hailing apps, shared bicycles.
• Accommodation:
• Guilin city center: You can choose to stay in Xiangshan District, Xiufeng District, or Qixing District. These areas have convenient transportation and complete surrounding facilities.
• Yangshuo County: You can choose to stay near Yangshuo West Street, where there are many characteristic guesthouses and hotels. You can also go for a stroll on West Street at night.
• Cuisine:
• Guilin rice noodles: A Guilin specialty snack, famous for its unique flavor.
• Yangshuo beer fish: A Yangshuo specialty dish, with tender fish meat and delicious flavor.
• Lipu taro and pork belly: A traditional Guilin dish, with fragrant taro and tender pork.
• Other cuisine: There are also local specialties such as Li River shrimp, snails with stuffing, and Guilin pine cake. You can choose to try them according to your personal taste.
• Attractions:
• Li River: The representative of Guilin's mountains and rivers, with beautiful scenery along the way.
• Elephant Trunk Hill: A landmark of Guilin, shaped like an elephant drinking water by the river.
• Yangshuo West Street: The most bustling street in Yangshuo, with many characteristic shops and restaurants.
• Longji Rice Terraces: The original home of rice paddies in the world, with different beautiful scenery in each season.
• Silver Cave: A typical karst landform, with various luminous stalactites inside.
• Ten-Mile Gallery: The most beautiful road in Yangshuo, with picturesque rural scenery along the way.
• Peach Blossom Spring: A poetic realm described by ancient poet Tao Yuanming, with beautiful scenery.
• Gudong Waterfall: Known as the natural forest oxygen bar, it is also the only climbable waterfall in China.
• Itinerary:
• Day 1: Arrive in Guilin, check into your hotel, and rest for a while. You can then go for a stroll in the city center and try the local cuisine.
• Day 2: Take a boat trip on the Li River and enjoy the scenery along the way. In the afternoon, you can go to Yangshuo West Street and experience the local customs.
• Day 3: Rent a bicycle or electric bike and cycle along the Ten-Mile Gallery, enjoying the rural scenery. In the evening, you can watch the performance of "Impression Liu Sanjie".
• Day 4: Go to Longji Rice Terraces and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the terraces. In the afternoon, you can return to Guilin city center and buy some souvenirs.
• Day 5: Pack your luggage and prepare for your return trip.
The above guide is for reference only, and you can adjust it according to your own interests and time. Before traveling, it is recommended to check the local weather conditions and opening hours of attractions in advance to better plan your itinerary. At the same time, pay attention to environmental protection and civilized tourism.
The most beautiful place in China?
Spent a perfect 4 days in Guilin and Yangshuo viewing the incredible karst mountains, taking things slowly and relaxing in nature and beautiful scenery.
There are so scenic spots along the Li and Yulong rivers. We preferred the less crowded spots. Recommend staying in Guilin for 1 night and Yangshuo for 2 or 3. There are electric cars and bikes to rent all over, but we used e-hailing which was very reasonably priced.
📸 Some of the places pictured: Fuli Bridge, Yangshuo; Sun and Moon Towers, Guilin; Elephant Rock, Guilin; Xianggong Mountain (20 yuan viewpoint).
💰Average Price per Person: There was no entry charge for any of these places we visited, apart from Xianggong Mountain (¥60).
💞Reasons to Recommend: perfect place to relax be immersed in nature, easy and cheap to get around, excellent place to take photos.
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This hotel has a hidden Suzhou-style mountain view garden on the top floor.
Elephant Trunk Hill 🏔️ is a must-visit in Guilin. After visiting, I was too tired, so I found a hotel 🏨 nearby to stay in.
The first floor lobby bar is very modern and industrial, and the minimalist style rooms and suites are very nice. The room facilities are also great~ The bathroom is separated into wet and dry areas.
The garden suite has a bathtub~ The 8th floor restaurant's outdoor terrace has a view of Elephant Trunk Hill. Guilin is so beautiful with its mountains and water.
I didn't expect that there would be a Suzhou-style mountain view garden suite on the 8th floor. It's best to book in advance! Push the door to enter the atrium and enjoy a unique private banquet! The suite has a large tea room, and there is also a tatami tea room in the tea room. The two full-view floor-to-ceiling windows have a great view~ It's a great place to take photos! The sky courtyard is full of water lilies, standing tall in the fairy mist, and there are beautiful mountains and a corner of the Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area in the distance. Overlooking the bustling cityscape! It's a quiet place that feels like a paradise!
When the suite is not booked, hotel guests~
can go in and take photos for free. It's a great place to take photos. Don't miss it if you love taking photos!
The hotel can also provide props for shooting, such as oil-paper umbrellas, ancient-style small fans, and Hanfu.
🏨 The 8th floor restaurant serves a super rich buffet breakfast!
🏡 Venus Royal Hotel (Guilin Liangjiang Sihu Elephant Trunk Hill)
📍 No. 22 South Ring Road (opposite Wenchang Bridge Wharf)
Visiting Guilin in October | This Guide is All You Need
Traveling during the National Day peak period means train tickets and attraction tickets are in high demand, so it's essential to book in advance. Guilin's main attractions can be covered in three days. Here are some tips for those planning to visit Guilin during the National Day holiday!
🌾 Best Time to Visit Longji Rice Terraces in Guilin 📅
Mid-September to late October
🔸 Jinkeng Dazhai: Grand and magnificent, the only terrace with a cable car, suitable for all ages, highly recommended (harvest after October 31)
🔸 Ping'an Village: The earliest developed, but the scenery is not as good as Jinkeng Dazhai (harvest after October 24)
🔸 Guzhuang Village: More rustic, less crowded, relatively niche (harvest after October 16)
Day 1⃣: Guilin City 👉🏻 Elephant Trunk Hill ➡ Binjiang Road Pedestrian Street ➡ Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas ➡ Jingjiang Princes' City ➡ Guihai Stele Forest ➡ Chuanshan Park (All attractions are relatively close except for Guihai Stele Forest, photography enthusiasts should not miss Guihai Stele Forest 📷)
Day 2⃣: Guilin to Yangshuo 👉🏻 Xingping Ancient Town ➡ 20 Yuan Scenic Spot ➡ Fuli Bridge ➡ Longquan Resort for sunset (These places are far apart, suitable for self-driving)
Day 3⃣: Yangshuo 👉🏻 Xingping Ancient Town ➡ 20 Yuan Scenic Spot ➡ Yulong River bamboo rafting ➡ Gongnong Bridge for sunset (Along the Yulong River, whether you ride a scooter, walk + taxi, or drive, it's very convenient)
Accommodation Recommendation 🏨
Poetry and Distant Places Xiangshan Youyue Hotel
Mid-Autumn Festival｜Travel to Guilin - A Three-Day and Two-Night Poetic Journey.
🌄 Step into the fairyland in the textbook, Guilin invites you to a visual and spiritual feast with its unique landscape paintings! During the Mid-Autumn Festival, slow down and let your soul wander in this flowing ink painting.🍂
🏨 Preferred accommodation: Li River Courtyard of Poetry and Distance - a quiet paradise in the city.
Open the window to see the gurgling river, the beautiful scenery of mountains and rivers, sitting in the center of the painting, but also convenient to the city center.
🏞️ Day 1: Li River Cruise, Explore the Soul of Mountains and Rivers
- In the morning, depart from the hotel and take a cruise from the pier. See the verdant mountains on both sides of the river, swaying in the water, as if stepping into a flowing landscape painting.🚣♀️
- At noon, taste authentic Guilin cuisine, spicy snails, beer fish, and let your taste buds indulge in this landscape.🍽️
- In the afternoon, visit Elephant Trunk Hill, one of Guilin's must-see landmarks, a natural wonder.🐘
🌃 Day 2: Hiking the Two Rivers and Four Lakes, Gentle Under the Moonlit Night
- In the morning, walk along the riverside road, breathe the fresh air of the Li River, and feel the tranquility away from the hustle and bustle.👣
- In the afternoon, return to the hotel for a nap, or have a cup of Guilin Sanhua tea in the courtyard and enjoy the time.🍵
- In the evening, you can take a Li River night cruise under the moonlight. When the moonlight falls on the sparkling water, the whole world becomes gentle.🌙
🏞️ Day 3: Visit Reed Flute Cave, a Fantastic Farewell Journey
- On the last day, visit Reed Flute Cave, explore this natural art palace, stalactites in various shapes and colors, amazing.🕳️
- In the afternoon, return to the hotel with full memories, pack your bags, but also deeply engraved this beauty in your heart.
- Before leaving, you can experience the intangible cultural heritage hand-made at the hotel's art center. Make a small pendant or write a postcard by hand, and send a poetic and distant postcard from Guilin to your future self or friends.💌
This is neither Xinjiang nor Switzerland, this is Guilin!
This is neither Xinjiang nor Switzerland, this is Guilin!
Spent a weekend on a 3-day special forces trip with my pig teammate, stayed in Guilin for a day, "Guihai Qinglan" is the most worth visiting! Take a taxi directly! The ticket is 25 yuan.
Depart at 4:30 PM, arrive at 5 PM, and play for an hour and a half until 6:30 PM is the most suitable, not too sunny and you can watch the sunset.
No need to rent the scenic area electric car, just walk around inside, it's just right! No need to waste money~
You must visit Guilin in September or October!
It's truly beautiful. My first trip to Guilin was breathtaking. We had a three-day, two-night family trip, focusing on leisurely exploration.👨👩👧👦
⚠ How to get to Guilin
▪ Airport✈: Guilin Liangjiang Airport
👉 Airport to downtown: There are airport buses🚎, or you can take a taxi, which takes about 40 minutes.
▪ Train/High-speed rail station🚝: Guilin Station, Guilin North Station, Guilin West Station
👉 Among them, Guilin Station is very close to the city center, followed by Guilin North Station, while Guilin West Station is relatively farther away.
🌿 Guilin 3-day itinerary reference
📍D1: Arrive in Guilin → Check into hotel → Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas → Two Rivers and Four Lakes
📍D2: East-West Alley → Prince City → Zhengyang Pedestrian Street → Head to Yangshuo → West Street
📍D3: Xingping Li River → Silver Cave → Ten-Mile Gallery → Yulong River Bamboo Rafting
🏰 Accommodation Guide
🏙 Near the train station and Two Rivers and Four Lakes: ❤️ Convenient transportation, close to attractions
🏙 Near Qixing District: 💜 Clean and beautiful environment, many resort hotels
🏙 Near Yulong River and Ten-Mile Gallery: ❤️ Most scenic spots have beautiful homestays nearby, but transportation is not as convenient and can be more expensive.
In Guilin!!! Not Switzerland!! This is the most successful trend-following I've ever done!!
Guilin's scenery is the best in the world!! When the weather is clear, every minute feels like walking in an ink painting!! The continuous beautiful green mountains and waters are so healing! Posting ⭕ makes people think I went to Switzerland.
When you come to Guilin, don't rush to Yangshuo right after getting off the train. Be sure to spend a day in the city. Taste local snacks, visit Elephant Trunk Hill and the Two Rivers and Four Lakes. This small city surrounded by mountains and waters is really beautiful!!
✔Attached 📷 super practical guide:
📍Location:
20 minutes drive from Guilin North Station to 'Guihai Qinglan', the ticket 🎫 is only 25!! However, the location is relatively remote, and only the ticket gate has simple water and ice cream for sale. You can bring a picnic mat and food for a picnic 🧺.
👗Outfit:
Pure white or pure black dresses will look more advanced and photogenic‼‼ Also, bring a woven hat as a prop, it looks great whether you wear it or place it beside you!
📷Shooting time:
On a sunny day with blue sky and white clouds, from 5 PM to 7 PM, around 6:30 PM when the sunset light falls, it's stunning!
‼Tips:
Be sure to do a good job of sun protection!! We weren't bitten by mosquitoes when we went, but it's still safer to bring some mosquito repellent!! Watch out for kids when they are near the lake!
This is not Yunnan, nor Lijiang, this is Guilin, Guangxi! ! ! It’s so healing! !
Collect this Guilin 5-day travel guide.
✅ 【Route Recommendation】
🔶Day1: Guilin city tour 1️⃣Elephant Trunk Mountain (suitable for afternoon to evening tour) 2️⃣Two Rivers and Four Lakes (suitable for evening tour) 3️⃣Dongxixiang, Zhengyang Pedestrian Street (suitable for evening shopping)
🔶Day2-3: Depart for Yangshuo
1️⃣Xingping Ancient Town (after visiting the commercial street, remember to check in for 20 yuan for the filming location. If the weather is good, watch a romantic sunset)
2️⃣Yulong River (for rafting, it is recommended to choose the Jinlong Bridge-Jiuxian section, which has the best scenery. Rafting requires queuing, remember to make a reservation before arriving in Guilin) 3️⃣Xiangong Mountain (20 minutes up the mountain to the viewing platform, suitable for watching the sun (Out) 4️⃣Laozhaishan (located in Xingping Ancient Town, suitable for watching the sunset)
5️⃣Yangshuo West Street (thousand-year-old street, very lively at night, Guilin food resort)
6️⃣Shili Gallery (you can cycle around and have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Guilin)
🔶Day4-5: Depart for Longji Rice Terraces
1️⃣Jinkeng Dazhai (the terraces here are huge and there is also a cable car, which is the main attraction)
2️⃣Ping'an Terraces (not as big as Jinkeng, but very quiet and relaxing)
✅ [Transportation Guide] Arrive in Guilin by plane or high-speed rail, and then depart from Guilin to various attractions.
Hey! The right way to travel in Guilin is here
Baozis😜, Guilin in July is simply stunning🤩🤩🤩! This is Guilin, known as the best landscape under the heavens👏👏👏, located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, a place full of charm😉😉😉.
😎The travel route can be arranged like this:
Elephant Trunk Hill Park➡️Two Rivers and Four Lakes➡️East-West Alley➡️Xiaoyao Tower➡️Li River➡️Ten-Mile Gallery➡️Yulong River➡️Shangri-La.
There are 8 must-visit attractions, each with its own characteristics😍😍😍:
🐘Elephant Trunk Hill Park is in the downtown area of Guilin, famous for Elephant Trunk Hill🤩🤩, where you can climb onto the elephant's back and overlook the city of Guilin, the feeling is simply superb👀👀👀.
🚣♂️The scenery of the Two Rivers and Four Lakes is breathtaking😍😍, take a boat tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way, and experience the enchanting night view of Guilin🌃🌃🌃.
🛕East-West Alley is an ancient street with many characteristic shops and delicious food😋😋😋, making you linger and forget to return🚶🚶🚶.
🎇Xiaoyao Tower has a long history, climb the tower to gaze into the distance, and take in the beautiful scenery of Guilin👏👏👏, as if you are in a painting🤩🤩🤩.
🛶The scenery of the Li River is picturesque🤗🤗🤗, you must experience the bamboo rafting on the Li River, it's truly a feast for the eyes along the way🚣🚣🚣.
🌾Ten-Mile Gallery is like a long scroll😃😃😃, stroll along the riverbank, admire the peculiar peaks and rocks, and feel refreshed and happy🚶🚶🚶.
🐉Yulong River is a paradise for rafting enthusiasts😎😎😎, the river is crystal clear, and super exciting🌊🌊🌊.
🌸Shangri-La is like being in the Peach Blossom Land described by Tao Yuanming🤗🤗🤗, making you forget all your troubles😝😝😝.
🎫The entrance ticket to Elephant Trunk Hill Park is free😃😃😃! The opening hours of other attractions are roughly from 8 am to 6 pm🤔🤔🤔.
👉Personal travel experience tips should also be noted😜:
🔸The weather is hot, pay attention to sun protection🌞🌞🌞, otherwise, you will get tanned😱.
🔸Bring rain gear, the weather in Guilin is changeable🌧🌧🌧, just in case😏.
🔸Book tickets and accommodation in advance🎫🎫🎫, to avoid wasting time🤔.
🔸Pay attention to safety, especially during water activities🏄🏄🏄, be sure to take protective measures🥽.
🔸Respect local customs and habits👌👌👌, be a civilized tourist🤝.
The food in Guilin is also not to be missed😜😜😜! Here are 5 recommended food streets👇👇👇:
👉Zhengyang Pedestrian Street: A variety of snacks are available🍡🍡🍡, truly a paradise for foodies😍.
👉Xicheng Road Pedestrian Street: A food street often visited by locals🍲🍲🍲, where you can taste the authentic flavor of Guilin🤤.
👉Cultural Palace Food Street: A great place for late-night snacks🍤🍤🍤, to experience the nightlife of Guilin😎.
👉Shangshui Food Street: With a beautiful environment and a variety of delicacies🥘🥘🥘, it's also great for taking photos📷.
👉Lidong Food Street: You can taste various special delicacies🥗🥗🥗, satisfying your taste buds😝.
Food recommendations are also essential😋😋😋:
🌶Guilin Rice Noodles: Sour and spicy, endlessly appetizing😝😝😝, you won't get tired of eating them three meals a day😜.
🍜Snail Noodles: Spicy, fresh, and fragrant, irresistibly delicious😍😍😍, truly a heavenly taste🤩.
🥧Water Chestnut Cake: Sweet and tasty, with a chewy texture🤩🤩🤩, loved by both the elderly and children😋.
🍗Glutinous Rice Chicken: Aromatic and full of flavor😋😋😋, once you start eating, you can't stop😍.
In short, Guilin is a place well worth visiting👏👏👏😎😎😎. Here you will find beautiful landscapes, rich cuisine, and a strong cultural atmosphere🤩🤩🤩. Come to Guilin and experience its unique charm😜😜😜!
East-West Alley: A Ming Dynasty Historical Street
East-West Alley has a history of over 600 years. It is one of the most famous ancient streets in Changde city.
East-West Alley features a large number of traditional residential buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. A river runs through the middle of the street, creating a unique landscape.
East-West Alley offers a variety of souvenir shops, delicious foods; there are also traditional costumes available for experiencing, and it's a great place for taking photos.
Off-peak travel | A 2-day, 1-night trip to lesser-known spots in Guilin blew up with questions
The scenery in Guilin really shocked me
The karst topography is just too amazing
Little hills can be seen everywhere on the road
Driving through felt like entering a vast mountain range, very healing-
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⏰ The next three months of June, July, and August are the best time to visit Guilin. I've been to Guilin before and visited all the classic spots. This time I specifically went to some lesser-known places and successfully avoided most of the crowds during the peak season.
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🗺️ Recommended 2-day, 1-night Guilin itinerary
D1: Qifeng Village➡️ Dabie Mountains➡️ Zhuangyuan Bridge➡️ Yongfu Sinkhole➡️ Stay at a homestay near Yulong River➡️ West Street
D2: Homestay➡️ Mandarin Duck Cave➡️ Chaotian Rock
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✅ Qifeng Village
🧭 Navigation: Entrance of Dongshan Village (bus station)
It's a hill behind the village, with wild paths trodden by people. It takes about 20 minutes to climb up, and it's a great place to watch the sunrise. I was also lucky to capture the Tyndall effect here.
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✅ Dabie Mountains
Stopped here suddenly during a self-drive trip. The lonely tree combined with the mountain backdrop has an animated beauty.
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✅ Zhuangyuan Bridge
Zhuangyuan Bridge is a great place to take photos with the vast Guilin mountains. You can stand on the bridge to take pictures, or cross the bridge and stand on the grass.
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✅ Yongfu Sinkhole Ticket🎫: 50
The innermost part is a unique sinkhole formed under the Guilin karst topography. The scenic area is well-developed, with stairs leading all the way down. There are also many stalactites to see along the way.
You can use a wide-angle lens to take a photo of the sinkhole and people from below.
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✅ Yulong River Scenic Area
Stay at a homestay near the Yulong River Scenic Area in the evening. It feels really special to live inside the vast mountains, and I watched a sunset that belonged to the karst landscape here.
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✅ Mandarin Duck Cave
Navigation: Xiningge Inn
Near the homestay, it's a cave entrance that only locals go to. Because it connects two caves, locals call it Mandarin Duck Cave. Follow the path behind the inn up the hill, and you'll reach it in 15 minutes. You can take photos with the vast mountains.
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✅ Chaotian Rock
🧭 Navigation: Chaotian Rock
It takes about 20 minutes to walk from the parking area. The cave is very slippery, and it's a very large sinkhole. At noon, the light can shine directly into the cave entrance and form the Tyndall effect.
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🌟 After visiting Guilin again, I still marvel at the unsurpassed beauty of Guilin's landscape. Every place is so beautiful, and the unique karst topography makes this land filled with difference.
Guilin Hotel | Stay in a landscape painting of the Li River
Guilin! Stay in a landscape scroll
You can see the Fubo Mountain from the hotel, who knows about this gem, guys! The location is super convenient, just downstairs is the Li River, and it's so much fun to stroll around with your bestie. Check into a room with a 180-degree panoramic view of the Li River, the huge floor-to-ceiling windows allow you to see the Li River and Fubo Mountain as soon as you enter~ Lying down, you can enjoy the beautiful river scenery anytime, anywhere⛰️, it's just too comfortable~
The lobby on the first floor offers self-service tea🍵, fruits, snacks, etc., which is super considerate. There's also a travel photography service where you can freely choose outfits~ The hotel staff are also very enthusiastic❤️, they help immediately whenever needed~ They are very eager to help plan routes and itineraries when going out, which is just too touching😭
On the 6th floor, there's a sky bar where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Li River and Fubo Mountain~ On the 7th floor, there's an outdoor swimming pool that blends with the beautiful landscape of Guilin, where you can reach out to pick clouds and stars✨, and lower your gaze to see the clear waters of the Li River.
There's also riverside afternoon tea🫖, where you can chat with your bestie while relaxing and enjoying the beautiful landscape by the Li River, it's just too relaxing! Close contact with the Li River, experiencing riverside afternoon tea☕️, who wouldn't love it! It's really super suitable for family and friends to travel
The hotel's facilities are also very complete, with Lila Run SPA, a cool gym, children's playground, self-service laundry room, etc., which is super convenient. Take a look, who hasn't been tempted yet~
🏨Poetry and Distance • Li River Courtyard Hotel
📍No. 7 Longzhu Road, Guilin City
Sisters planning to visit Guilin in May and June, please make sure to check out the strategy I've organized
1️⃣ The weather in Guilin is now very comfortable! 22℃ during the day, up to 31℃, time to say goodbye to thick clothes! There's a slight temperature difference in the morning and evening, just bring a thin jacket and that's enough🧥.
2️⃣ When taking a bamboo raft on the Yulong River, if you encounter a raft worker with a bad temper, don't be polite😡, directly find the person in charge of the scenic area to switch to a better one! Asking for tips upfront? 🙅No way!
3️⃣ The Li River cruise🛥️ is not in Yangshuo, but in Lingchuan County of Guilin city. The pier is 20 kilometers away from the city center, a 35-minute drive. To cruise the Li River, you need to get to Guilin city first, then head to the pier the next morning. There are only two boats at 9:30 am and 10:00 am, one-way only.
4️⃣ Want to check in at the 20 yuan RMB background? Recommend taking the Li River cruise, the scenery is absolutely beautiful😍, and there are fewer people! Or go to the 'Wangwang Delicious Fish Restaurant' under Xingping Ancient Town, which is the viewing platform, but there might be more people there👨👩👧👦.
5️⃣ Going to Elephant Trunk Hill, don't buy tickets for Zizhou Park, that's to see the back of Elephant Trunk Hill. Elephant Trunk Hill itself is free, just navigate directly there. Note: You can enter and exit through Gate 1, but Gates 2-3 are entry only🚪.
6️⃣ The scenic spots in Guilin are quite scattered, but each has its own characteristics🎨. For example, in Guilin city, there are Elephant Trunk Hill, Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas; in Yangshuo, there's Yulong River, Xianggong Mountain; in Longsheng, there are the Longji Terraces; in Lingchuan, there's the Li River pier; in Lipu, there's Silver Cave. Plan your transportation in advance🗺️.
7️⃣ Guilin has no subway🚇, buses, coaches, and taxis are the main means of transportation. It's not very convenient with large luggage, remember to travel light!
8️⃣ Guilin rice noodles are really delicious! But don't go to Yangshuo to eat them, they are expensive and not authentic. Eat in Guilin city, 5 yuan for two liang, remember to find a shop with a clear price tag🍜.
9️⃣ There are many touts on the streets of Yangshuo, don't easily trust strangers, be careful not to get scammed👀.
1️⃣0️⃣ Don't understand transportation or on a budget in Yangshuo? Rent an electric scooter!🛵 You can go to most scenic areas, the average rental price is 25/day, remember to bargain!💰
Guilin Yangshuo is really not recommended for holiday travel
❗First, let me tell you why it's not recommended
It's too crowded! You can't even walk around the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas in Guilin, a 20min drive in Yangshuo took nearly two hours, West Street is so packed you can't move, and it's very inconvenient with luggage, very commercialized
If you want to see the landscape, there's no need to go during the May Day holiday, three days and two nights are really more than enough, the landscape of Guilin is really nice, sunny and rainy days each have their own beauty, all are good-looking
🚅Transport
Changsha→Guilin North→Yangshuo: High-speed train 184+22/person
Yangshuo→Xingping Ancient Town: Bus 20/person (I think)
⛰️Itinerary
✨Day1 Guilin
Arrived in the afternoon, the city is not big, taxis are cheap and convenient
1️⃣East-West Alley + Xiaoyao Tower
Free, and Jingjiang Prince's Mansion (charged, not necessary to visit if you're not particularly interested in history)
2️⃣Zhenyang Street
Lots of food, opposite East-West Alley, more commercialized, with various places to rent clothes for photos
3️⃣Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas
Navigate to Riyuewan Pier, the lighting time is 18:00-23:00 every day, the best view is along the coast of Shanhu Lake and the east side of the lake, there is a fee to climb the tower
✨Day2 Guilin--Yangshuo
1️⃣Elephant Trunk Hill
Free, the hill is not high, you can overlook the landscape from the top, the view is quite open, it takes only an hour or two to visit
2️⃣Wandering around the city
Guilin is not big, the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas are really not too crowded during the day, quite quiet, very comfortable, not too hot even during the May Day holiday
3️⃣Xingping Ancient Town
Take a bus directly from Yangshuo high-speed train station to Xingping Ancient Town, there's not much to see in the town, it's really crowded, at night when you look up, you think it's the sky, but it's actually the mountains of Guilin, really huge!
4️⃣West Street
There's a bus from the ancient town, pay attention to the last bus time, it's as crowded as the New Year's Eve in the center of Changsha, plus a 24-inch suitcase, it's really uncomfortable, heavily commercialized, not worth going
✨Day3 Yangshuo
1️⃣Xianggong Hill
If the weather is good, you must go to Xianggong Hill to see the sunrise, this is the place I think is most worth visiting in Yangshuo
2️⃣20 Yuan Renminbi Background Check-in Point
Walk upstream along the Li River, if you just want to check in and take photos, spend 20 to take a shot, no need to go to Yulong River and spend three to five hundred to take photos, unless you want to sit on a bamboo raft (about 160), it seems you can take a bamboo raft from Guilin to Yangshuo
3️⃣Nine Horses Painting Hill
Walk about 5 kilometers upstream along the Li River to get there, you can rent an electric scooter if you don't want to walk
4️⃣Guilin Landscape Jia Tianxia Monument
Take a boat from Mashan Pier (15/person round trip) to cross the river, then walk 2 kilometers (or take a sightseeing car for 10/person) to get there, you can skip it if you're short on time
5️⃣Laozhai Hill
I heard the sunset is very beautiful
We took a bus from West Street to Xingping Ancient Town for 15/person, and rented a small electric scooter for about 30/day
Route: West Street→Gongnong Bridge→Ten-Mile Gallery→Jimah Wharf→Internet-famous Wheat Field→Yulong Bridge
🏨Accommodation
1️⃣Guilin: Shengshi Time Hotel, 422/night
Just across the street from Guilin North High-speed Train Station, the room is very big and clean, recommended
2️⃣Yangshuo: Xiangtiya Hotel, 564/night
Located in West Street, definitely not worth the price, the room is small, and the bedding is damp, not recommended
We booked around 4.29, the price was extremely inflated
Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere (Travel Guide Edition)
🎉 Guilin Five-Day Four-Night Travel Guide 🚣♂️🌄🍜
Day 1: Arrive in Guilin - City Exploration
- 🚄 Arrive in Guilin from various places and check into the hotel.
- 🏞️ Visit Elephant Trunk Hill, the iconic symbol of Guilin.
- 🛶 Experience the Two Rivers and Four Lakes night cruise in the evening, enjoying the perfect combination of lights and landscape.
Day 2: Li River Scenery - West Street in Yangshuo
- 🌄 Head to the Li River in the morning, choose a bamboo raft or cruise boat, and experience the feeling of 'traveling on a boat in the water, as if in a painting'.
- 🍜 Arrive in Yangshuo in the afternoon, stroll around West Street, and taste local specialties such as beer fish and Guilin rice noodles.
- 🎶 In the evening, you can choose to watch the 'Impression Liu Sanjie' live performance, experiencing the fusion of Zhuang culture and the landscape.
Day 3: Around Yangshuo - Silver Cave Adventure
- 🧭 Head to Silver Cave in the morning to explore this natural wonder known as a 'world cave marvel'.
- 🛤️ In the afternoon, you can choose to cycle along the Yulong River, enjoying the rural scenery along the way.
- 🌃 Return to Yangshuo in the evening and enjoy the nightlife on West Street.
Day 4: Longji Rice Terraces - Experience Farming Culture
- 🌾 Get up early to go to Longji Rice Terraces, experiencing the spectacular farming culture and natural scenery.
- 📸 Hike through the terraces and take photos of the beautiful scenery.
- 🏡 Experience the life of local ethnic minorities and taste farmhouse meals.
Day 5: Guilin City - Cultural Experience
- 🏰 Visit Jingjiang Princes' City and Solitary Beauty Peak to learn about Guilin's history and culture.
- 🍃 Stroll around Banyan Lake and Fir Lake, enjoying the tranquility and beauty of the city.
- ✈️ In the afternoon, arrange activities according to the return trip time, concluding the pleasant Guilin journey.
💡 Tips:
- 🏨 Book accommodations and tickets in advance to avoid queues during peak seasons.
- 👒 Bring sun protection, as Guilin has strong UV rays.
- 👟 Wear comfortable shoes, as there will be a lot of walking and hiking.
- 📱 Prepare your camera to capture the beautiful moments of the trip.
🌟 Enjoy the Journey: The beauty of Guilin lies not only in its landscapes but also in the tranquility and harmony. I hope this guide will make your trip even more perfect! 🧳🎒 Guilin·Guangxi
Mom→I've stepped into an ink painting, it's so poetic!
Mom→I've stepped into an ink painting, it's so poetic!|||The sunrise in the mountain scenery, the exquisite rocks among the rivers and mountains🌌
Beautiful landscapes and distant places, time and sentiments🗽
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The hotel is located at the top of a 389-meter-high mountain, the only forest wild hotel in Guilin that offers a panoramic view of the Li River from the mountaintop. The hotel consists of two quadrangle courtyards, with a Zen-inspired decor that harmoniously embeds the 'Hua Shan Yun She' into the natural scenery of overlapping mountain ranges...
☑️20 yuan for the backside of the mountains and the Li River
☑️Infinity pool, reflecting the blue sky, white clouds, and green mountains
☑️Karst peaks, feeling the natural wonder of the Creator's craftsmanship
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Rooms:
The hotel consists of two quadrangle courtyards, with 28 superbly planned guest rooms starting from 62 square meters, providing a full sense of holiday ritual. Each room has a large balcony, courtyard, or patio. The floor-to-ceiling windows serve as natural picture frames, allowing you to admire the beauty of Guilin's landscape while lying in bed.
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Dining🥘:
'Hua Shan Yun She' provides guests with personal butler service, offering local specialty cuisine with ingredients grown at local cultivation bases, green and fresh!
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Experiences🍀:
🔹The hotel has professional photographers, book in advance if you want a portrait session
🔹Wudang Tai Chi
🔹Landscape Yoga
🔹Karst Canyon Creek Tracing and Rock Seeking
🔹Ink Painting Calligraphy Experience
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A good hotel really heals the soul!
Come to Guilin!! The ideal business hotel with unlimited stay extension
‼️ Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel (Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill Two Rivers and Four Lakes Flagship Store)
The hotel's decor features a combination of Chinese and Western styles🏠
Very unique🧩
High-end Chinese minimalist style🛍️
My room was on the 18th floor🪩
The room has a very open view🎊
You can enjoy the view of Guilin cityscape just by opening the window🖼️
High-end standard fully smart🎐 rooms are really worth having🥹
The hotel facilities are also quite complete😍
Laundry room, gym🏋️ everything is available🕋
The rooftop dining bar🍽️ has an excellent view
Looking out through the glass🪟
The layered mountains⛰️ and the city buildings and roads
It's really stunning📷
Sitting here enjoying a rich breakfast🍳 is really comfortable😌
Taking photos and checking in is also very photogenic🤳
The location is excellent, right next to Guilin Station📍
Travel is very convenient🍥
It takes about 10 minutes to get to East-West Alley, Elephant Trunk Hill by walking🚶
🅿️ Parking is also very convenient🆓
If you want quality and value for money on your trip, choosing this hotel is definitely the right choice👍
As the saying goes: "Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere, while Yangshuo's landscape tops that of Guilin," enjoy a 5-day, 4-night trip during the May Day holiday
As the saying goes: "Guilin's landscape tops those elsewhere, while Yangshuo's landscape tops that of Guilin," embark on a journey to Guilin this May Day holiday to experience the beauty of its mountains and rivers.
Itinerary
D1: Pick up from Guilin airport - Guilin city walk
: Guilin Jingxiang Hotel
D2: Li River cruise : Yangshuo Hua Shan Yun She
D3: Xianggong Mountain - Silver Cave - Yangshuo West Street : Yangshuo Banyan Tree
D4: Ten-Mile Gallery - Yulong River : Yangshuo Banyan Tree
D5: Shiwai Taoyuan - Airport drop-off
Special Experiences
Li River Four-Star Cruise
From Guilin to Yangshuo, we will enjoy the essence of the cruise, covering a distance of about 6 kilometers, with a tour time of approximately 4.5 hours. Along the way, we will admire attractions such as Yangdi Xianyu, Langshi Xianjing, Nine Horses Fresco Hill, Huangbu Reflection, and Xingping Scenery.
Vintage Sidecar Motorcycle Ride
"Riding on my beloved motorcycle, it will never get stuck in traffic." How can you miss a sidecar ride when you come to Yulong River? Unique peaks, stylish sidecars, and paths filled with pastoral scenery create a stunning landscape that is truly, truly beautiful.
Yulong River Bamboo Rafting
"Boating on the clear waves, as if traveling in a painting." Drifting on the lake on a bamboo raft, you can see dense trees, clear mountains and waters, playful wild ducks, and startled waterbirds...
Hotel Recommendations
Yangshuo Hua Shan Yun She
Located on the left side of the mountain on the back of the 20 yuan note, facing Xianggong Mountain from afar
Rooms feature large balconies, courtyards, or patios, where you can look up at the steepness of thousands of peaks and ridges, gaze at the majesty of rolling clouds over countless mountains, and overlook the misty Li River at a glance
Lying in bed in the morning to watch the sunrise over the sea of clouds, or savoring coffee in the evening while watching the sunset over the mountains, is incredibly pleasant
Yangshuo Banyan Tree
Following the winding Li River and the stacked karst landscape, Yangshuo Banyan Tree is hidden among bamboo forests and rice fields
Entering the hotel is like stepping into the residence of an ancient wealthy family, with walls of black tiles and white walls, courtyards, ponds, rockeries, pavilions...
You can sit on the balcony to enjoy the garden view, or drift down the Li River with a group of friends. The hotel has its own dock and boats, which is very convenient
I unveil my summer within this forest sanctuary🌲.
Departing from Guangzhou via high-speed rail 🚅, I arrived in Guilin. My journey was not to marvel at the renowned landscapes of Guilin, but to immerse myself in this secluded forest sanctuary 🌲, a refreshing retreat from the summer heat ❄️.
🏷 A Solo Journey to Lebei Treehouse
📌 No. 398, Dayan Road, Guilin International Tourism and Holiday Resort
My stay at this guesthouse was inspired by my particular fondness for its enchanting treehouse 🏡. Nestled within the lush forest 🌲, the distinctive brown standalone cabin offers a picturesque escape. Far from the city's hustle and bustle, the clamor of tourist spots is replaced by the symphony of birdsong and the fragrance of blossoms 🌸. It truly is an ideal place for self-reflection and relaxation.
The guesthouse boasts high-quality accommodations, complete with comprehensive facilities, cleanliness, and orderliness. It even provides a Lego table 🧩 and a small tent 🎪 for families with children. The slide on the second floor is sure to be a hit with the little ones.
Right at the doorstep of the guesthouse is Guilin Sunac Cultural Tourism City 🎡. This one-stop world-class cultural tourism resort offers a plethora of dining, entertainment, and shopping options 🛍. Staying at the guesthouse allows you to fully enjoy a couple of days of fun. In the summer, you can cool off at the water park 🌊 or in the marine world 🐟. It's quite a delightful experience!
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Must-See Guide for Guilin Trip
National Day holiday in Guilin is definitely a heartfelt choice! Here you have beautiful mountains and rivers, food like clouds, and the romantic Li River and lovely Yangshuo, really a great place to spend sweet moments with your boyfriend! Come and check out the crazy guide I've prepared for you, with a budget of only 1,000 yuan, you and your boyfriend can have a blast and laugh like crazy!
✅ Day 1: What exactly is Guilin?
First, as soon as the plane lands, you can start nibbling on Guilin's special snacks! Roll up your sleeves and have a big meal, Guilin rice noodles for 5 yuan are definitely worth more than what you pay for, especially with meat! Your mouth is going to explode with happiness! Then, don't forget to dress up, when taking photos you can show off Guilin's Elephant Trunk Hill with a "I have Guilin in my hand, I have all the beautiful scenery in the world", it's so cool! Finally, passing by Binjiang Road, you can enjoy the beauty of the Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas while feeling the breeze, this is where you can feel the unique charm of Guilin!
🏨 Hotel Recommendation: Four-star hotel
✅ Day 2: Climbing mountains or sneaking pleasures
The itinerary for the second day is to arrange mountain climbing time! But don't be afraid, this mountain is not an ordinary mountain, it's the Longji Terraces! Once you get up there, you'll find yourself standing on a wide and long terrace, and there are ethnic minority girls putting on super cute clothes for you, what about the promised budget travel? But don't worry, once the photos are taken, they're yours! The glutinous rice wine and bamboo tube rice on the mountain are also super delicious, this is what they call 'traveling in a painting'!
🏨 Hotel Recommendation: Four-star hotel
✅ Day 3: Li River, here we come!
The itinerary for this day is to visit the Li River and Xingping Ancient Town, and finally go to Yangshuo to play! First, jump on the bamboo raft of the Li River and feel the romantic beauty of the green mountains and rivers, and all kinds of photo poses can satisfy you here! Then go to Xingping Ancient Town to stroll around, take a look at the stalactite landscape in Silver Cave, it's really picturesque! In the evening, go to West Street to taste the traditional beer fish, eat spicy and fragrant, and the mood is also bursting with joy!
🏨 Hotel Recommendation: Four-star hotel
✅ Day 4: Wind on the water, romantic tandem bike
In the morning, we who can't sit still will go experience the thrill of rafting! I heard that rafting in Yangshuo is very famous, and you can also feel the beauty of Yangshuo, how thrilling is it? Lie on a bicycle and roam in the Ten-Mile Gallery, this is really enjoyment, but don't forget to take care of your boyfriend, otherwise there will be a 'car accident'! After returning to the city, visit the Jingjiang Princes' Palace, everything here is so playful, the mansion courtyard, garden design, Solitary Beauty Peak, it's simply the land of imperial wealth and honor!
Eat well, drink well, play high, this National Day holiday you guys are going to go crazy!
🍱 Food Recommendation: Guilin rice noodles, snail duck feet pot, beer fish, Li River shrimp, candied taro, water chestnut cake, osmanthus cake, Lipu pork
⚠ Reminder: Remember to bring a good mood and a camera! After all, Guilin is so beautiful, it would be a pity not to take pictures!
You must visit Guilin at least once during the National Day holiday
❤ You should definitely visit Guilin, regardless of the crowd. There are various ways to enjoy it, with so many attractions to choose from, just pick and play. Guilin·Guangxi has the best landscape under heaven, and after all, a scenery that can be written into textbooks is worth more than just one visit.
🌈My five-day itinerary (next time you can stay in Yangshuo·Guilin for five days):
1⃣First day: Arrive in Guilin in the afternoon, replenish energy at East-West Alley with many special snacks, 🌙 and take a night cruise on the Two Rivers and Four Lakes.
2⃣Day 2: Explore Elephant Trunk Hill⛰️ and Sun and Moon Pagodas .
3️⃣Day 3: Head to Xingping Ancient Town to experience the beauty of the Li River . In the evening, don't miss the splendid performance of The Luxury Impression of Sanjie Liu. Afterwards, you can also experience bamboo rafting on the Yulong River, visit West Street, and enjoy delicious food🥩 and shopping.
4⃣Day 4: Visit the Ten-Mile Gallery to appreciate the beautiful landscape painting. Then visit Silver Cave to experience the magic of the karst cave🕳️. Finally, go to Shangri-La🌸 to enjoy the natural beauty and Dong culture.
5⃣Day 5: Visit the Longji Rice Terraces to experience the magnificence of nature.
🏢Accommodation recommendations⭐⭐
📍City accommodation:
In the city, it is recommended to choose hotels🏨 centered around Elephant Trunk Hill or Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, which are very close to attractions and commercial areas, very convenient.
📍Yangshuo·Guilin accommodation:
If you like lively places, you can choose accommodation near West Street, so it is convenient to go shopping at night. If you prefer quietness, you can choose places close to the countryside or landscape (Binjiang Road, Bilian Alley, Fuqian Alley, Xianqian Street).
🍜Delicious recommendations:
🐟Beer Fish: Fresh fish from the Li River, fried in tea oil and braised with beer, truly tender and delicious.
🍜Guilin Rice Noodles: A must-try, highly recommended.
🥘Eighteen Stuffings: A Guilin specialty, meat fillings stuffed into various vegetables or shells, worth a try.
🥩Lipu Taro and Pork: A traditional delicacy, fragrant but not greasy.
🥠Water Chestnut Cake: Sweet and tasty, soft and delicious.
🥣Oil Tea: I'm not very used to it, but I recommend trying it.
🍚Bean Paste Glutinous Rice: Sticky and smooth texture, rich aroma.
Just came back from Guilin and really want to speak some truth
For those who want to go to Guilin recently, really don't look at the previous guides anymore, the previous guides may be a bit outdated, not very timely, these are what I just sorted out from Guilin in January.
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🌈【Attractions Guide】
Day 1️⃣️:
0📍Elephant Trunk Hill: Now free admission, recommended to watch
📍Sun and Moon Twin Towers: Recommend to come at night, the night view is more beautiful when the lights are on
📍East and West Alleys: The architecture is quite good-looking, you can stroll and eat
📍Central Square: You can see the lively atmosphere of Guilin
｛❣️ps: Sun and Moon Twin Towers, East and West Alleys and Central Square are very close, you can visit them together｝
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Day 2️⃣️:
📍Yulong River Bamboo Rafting: Remember to park your electric bike downstream
📍Ten Mile Gallery: You can see the scenery along the way, stop and take pictures📸
📍West Street: There are many people at night, suitable for shopping and eating
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Day 3️⃣️:
📍20 yuan RMB scenic spot check-in: You can get there in 20 minutes by electric bike
📍Xingping Ancient Town: The streets of the ancient town are quite short, you can finish strolling quickly~
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💢Precautions💢
⭐Don't believe any aunt on the roadside, they are all pits🕳️💰
⭐Laozhai Mountain is very difficult to climb, only suitable for young people, don't go on rainy days!
⭐Don't eat noodles near the scenic area, don't eat signature rice noodles‼️Gold medal rice noodles‼️
⭐Bamboo rafting is recommended to choose one section, some details are still a bit lacking
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Guilin·Guangxi
7 Things You Must Know Before Going to Guilin, Knowing These is Enough Before Visiting the Best Landscape in the World!
Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, what are the things you must know when visiting Guilin. I, who have been to Guilin N times, want to share with you a few things you must know before traveling to Guilin.
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1️⃣When traveling to Guilin, the general destinations are concentrated in two areas, one is in Guilin city, and the other is Yangshuo. It is recommended to spend 1-2 days in the city and 1-2 days in Yangshuo.
2️⃣The main attractions in Guilin city are Elephant Trunk Hill, Wangcheng, Dongxi Lane, Two Rivers and Four Lakes, and Zhengyang Road Pedestrian Street. These places are all close to each other, so it is most convenient to stay nearby.
3️⃣You must book in advance for the night tour of Two Rivers and Four Lakes, otherwise you may not be able to buy boat tickets on the day.
4️⃣Chongshan's Guilin rice noodles are delicious. You should eat them dry first and then add soup. This is the authentic way to eat them.
5️⃣You can choose train, car, charter, or cruise ship from Guilin to Yangshuo. If time permits, it is recommended to choose a cruise ship. It takes 3-4h to reach Yangshuo, and you can see the Guilin landscape along the way, such as the background of the 20 yuan RMB.
6️⃣You can also take a bamboo raft to tour the Guilin landscape in Yangshuo. In winter, if you choose to take a bamboo raft, you may get wet and cold, so consider carefully. You don't need to arrange too much time for the bamboo raft, just experience it for a while.
7️⃣The bustling area of Yangshuo is West Street, you can stay nearby. Beer fish is a local specialty, and you can also experience the Guangxi performance of Impression Liu Sanjie.
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Guilin | The high-end luxury and full of design sense CIAO Italian designer hotel
Everyone who has stayed says it's good!
The beautiful scenery of Guilin makes me linger, and this time I actually found such a high-end luxury hotel here - CIAO hotel! 🏨
From service to environment, every detail gives people a sense of first-class taste and style. 😍
The stay experience is super good!
👍 The cocktails at the bar on the top floor are good to drink and high in value, and the photos are also beautiful!
🥂 The breakfast in the restaurant is rich and delicious, and the quality is also very good. 🌄
The swimming pool is right by the Li River, with the blue sky and white clouds setting off the infinity pool, the green pool water, plants, Li River, distant mountains, lounge chairs... forming a great view~🏊♀️ The lobby and lounge are also very well designed, and the glazed ginkgo leaf dome is even more lingering. 🏛️
In short, this trip to Guilin has given me a lot of gains, and the CIAO hotel is really a good place worth recommending! 🎉
📍No. 11, Anxin South Road, Guilin City, Building 610
A local tells you: How to play in Guilin for four days with an average of 766 per person
Reverse travel is really cool! Traveling to Guilin in the off-season in winter is more wonderful than you can imagine🥰 The green mountains and rivers are still there, and the prices are not high. Share a four-day and three-night travel guide👋 to help your winter happy journey～
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✈️Transportation guide:
💙Airplane: Guilin Liangjiang Airport
💙High-speed rail: Guilin Station｜Guilin North Station｜Guilin West Station
Guilin Station & Guilin North Station are very convenient in the city, try not to go to Guilin West Station, it's a bit far~
⚠️Tips: Generally, Guilin is the center point, and the transportation to and from Guilin is very convenient
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⛅️Guilin weather guide:
1️⃣🈷️The temperature is between 10-20 degrees, mainly cloudy and light rain
2️⃣🈷️The temperature drops to 5-15 degrees, mainly cloudy and light rain
Remember to bring some light rain gear to cope with the unpredictable weather in Guilin
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🏞Guilin popular attractions:
✔️Lijiang Scenic Area (5A)
✔️Yulong River Scenic Area (4A)
✔️Duxiu Peak Wangcheng Scenic Area (5A)
✔️Longji Terraced Field Scenic Area (4A)
✔️Cat Mountain Scenic Area (4A)
✔️Yinziyan Scenic Area (4A)
✔️Yangshuo West Street (4A)
✔️Elephant Trunk Hill
✔️Two Rivers and Four Lakes
✔️Sun and Moon Twin Towers
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🚘Four-day and three-night itinerary reference
🚩D1: Arrive in Guilin🔜Shijia Garden🔜East and West Alleys🔜Zhengyang Pedestrian Street🔜Xiaoyao Tower🔜Jiefang Bridge🔜Sun and Moon Twin Towers
🚩D2: Shiwai Taoyuan🔜Xianggong Mountain🔜Between Mountains and Waters
🚩D3: Bamboo Rafting on the Lijiang River🔜Xingping Ancient Town🔜Yinziyan🔜Exclusive Ethnic Minority Long Table Banquet + Passionate Bonfire Party🔜Yangshuo West Street
🚩D4: Dong Ethnic Drum Village🔜Yulong River Bamboo Rafting🔜Elephant Trunk Hill🔜Return
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⚠️Tips for Guilin tour:
🟡When you come to Guilin to play in the mountains and waters, you mainly walk, so remember to wear comfortable flat shoes
🟡The quality of the products of the salesmen around the scenic area is uneven, and the prices are not transparent, so try not to take them
🟡Don't buy handmade jewelry in ancient towns and snack streets. Most of them are small commodities in Yiwu, not local ones
🟡 Don't blindly believe in the rental of electric cars in the Ten Mile Gallery, learn to bargain by comparing three
🟡During the drifting process of the Yulong River, don't just believe in people who take pictures for free. Some may forcibly sell photos at high prices, so be vigilant
🟡There are many people in the peak season of Yulong River drifting, be sure to make an appointment in advance to avoid waiting for a long time, don't believe in the "scalper tickets" outside the scenic area
Guilin's landscape is the best in the world
Guilin Yangshuo bamboo raft drifting
Yangshuo bamboo raft, enjoy slow time in the scroll of mountains and rivers
🏞 Believe that everyone who comes to Yangshuo for tourism is because of the sentence "Guilin's landscape is the best in the world, Yangshuo's landscape is the best in Guilin", the scenery along the way is okay, the boatman also occasionally explains some scenic spots to us, giving people the feeling of "the light boat has passed thousands of mountains", countless continuous mountains are constantly being thrown behind us, facing the breeze through the legendary Guilin landscape.
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