{"id":27047,"date":"2025-07-20T07:29:45","date_gmt":"2025-07-20T07:29:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/?p=27047"},"modified":"2026-05-05T03:00:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T03:00:58","slug":"guida-turistica-di-guilin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/guilin-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Guida turistica di Guilin"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"27047\" class=\"elementor elementor-27047\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-acf5d64 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"acf5d64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef69985 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ef69985\" 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aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42238\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42238\" title=\"Guilin Travel Guide infographic with attractions seasons transport food itinerary and travel pitfalls\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls.webp\" alt=\"Guilin Travel Guide infographic with attractions seasons transport food itinerary and travel pitfalls\" width=\"500\" height=\"1054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls.webp 864w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-237x500.webp 237w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-486x1024.webp 486w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-142x300.webp 142w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-768x1619.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-729x1536.webp 729w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Guilin-Travel-Guide-infographic-with-attractions-seasons-transport-food-itinerary-and-travel-pitfalls-6x12.webp 6w, 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Nestled among otherworldly karst peaks and flowing rivers, Guilin is often praised as \u201cthe finest landscape under heaven.\u201d With emerald mountains, crystal-clear waters, and natural stone sculptures shaped over millions of years, the city is not only a geological masterpiece but also a poetic blend of nature, history, and human culture.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6095059 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6095059\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27049\" alt=\"Karst mountains and lake reflection under blue sky in Guilin, China\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-lake-reflection-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-China.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2d0d41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2d0d41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"831\">Beyond its breathtaking scenery, Guilin is a living tapestry of diverse ethnic traditions and historical depth. From the ancient Lingqu Canal linking north and south China, to the songs of Zhuang villagers echoing along the Yulong River, Guilin weaves together nature and humanity. Today, its dramatic landscapes, cultural villages, and storied past make Guilin a destination that inspires, uplifts, and lingers in the heart of every traveler.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"831\">Guilin Travel Highlights<\/h2><h3>Natural Wonders: A Flowing Scroll of Karst Beauty<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79335db elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"79335db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-1024x774.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27050\" alt=\"Scenic golf course with green hills and clouds in Guilin landscape\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-1024x774.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-300x227.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-768x581.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Scenic-golf-course-with-green-hills-and-clouds-in-Guilin-landscape.webp 1428w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac4d3bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ac4d3bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"747\">Guilin\u2019s landscapes are like a living Chinese ink painting. Cruise along the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo and you&#8217;ll pass soaring limestone peaks, mirror-like waters, and iconic sights like Nine-Horse Fresco Hill and the bend at Xingping\u2014featured on the 20-yuan banknote. On the quieter Yulong River, bamboo rafts glide beneath arching bamboo and over tranquil waters, as egrets take flight and farmhouses dot the banks. Explore Reed Flute Cave to discover an underground world of sparkling stalactites illuminated like a crystal palace. In Guilin, every step reveals a new natural masterpiece.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"1409\">Cultural Charm: Living Traditions of Ethnic Harmony<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 147px; top: 294.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-655d6ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"655d6ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27051\" alt=\"Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin with boats on the Li River\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-in-Guilin-with-boats-on-the-Li-River.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c71b2f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c71b2f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"1409\">Between the rivers and mountains, Guilin\u2019s rich tapestry of minority cultures adds soul to the scenery. On Zhuang singing fairs, young men and women exchange love songs, tossing embroidered balls in playful courtship. In Dong villages, centuries-old drum towers and wind-and-rain bridges\u2014built without nails\u2014are living testaments to communal ingenuity. And in the Longji Rice Terraces, Yao women with floor-length hair work the fields in vibrant traditional dress. These are not staged performances but everyday expressions of deep-rooted traditions that invite travelers into the rhythm of local life.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"2005\">Immersive Experiences: Where Nature Meets the Senses<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 176px; top: 273.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 176px; top: 273.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 176px; top: 273.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a11b4a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4a11b4a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27052\" alt=\"Bamboo rafting on Yulong River surrounded by karst peaks in Yangshuo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-on-Yulong-River-surrounded-by-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e16aed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e16aed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"458\">Guilin isn\u2019t just to be seen\u2014it\u2019s to be felt. Drift down the Li River on a bamboo raft, letting the cool breeze brush your face as birds sing and oars splash. Cycle through Yangshuo\u2019s countryside past golden rice fields and quiet hamlets, stopping for a sip of oil tea and a chat with locals. Hike up Xianggong or Laozhai Mountain for panoramic views of karst waves and river bends glowing under a setting sun. These moments turn visitors into participants, not just spectators, creating memories that move with the spirit of the land.<\/p><p data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"458\">To see how Guilin compares with other destinations nationwide, refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/best-cities-to-visit-in-china\/\">Best Places &amp; Cities to Visit in China<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"458\">Best Time to Visit Guilin<\/h2><h3>April\u2013May: Emerald Peaks After Spring Rain<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b30b05 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5b30b05\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27053\" alt=\"Guilin mountains shrouded in mist and reflected in still water\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-mountains-shrouded-in-mist-and-reflected-in-still-water.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cb6c4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1cb6c4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"467\">After the spring showers, Guilin transforms into a lush watercolor. The karst hills glow in deep green, mirrored perfectly in the jade-like Li River. With temperatures around 20\u201325\u00b0C and fewer crowds, this season is ideal for bamboo rafting, riverside biking, and soaking in the quiet freshness of nature\u2019s renewal.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"537\">September\u2013October: Golden Fields and Clear Blue Skies<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 114px; top: 153.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-711f87a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"711f87a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27054\" alt=\"Cruise boats sailing between limestone cliffs on the Li River in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Cruise-boats-sailing-between-limestone-cliffs-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d27819 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d27819\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"875\">Autumn offers Guilin at its clearest. The air is crisp, the skies are sapphire blue, and the rivers run glassy and calm. Yellow rice fields contrast with the green peaks, creating a perfect setting for cycling along the Yulong River or hiking to panoramic viewpoints. It\u2019s a season made for outdoor adventure and postcard-perfect photos.<\/p><p>For a country-wide seasonal comparison, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/best-time-to-visit-china\/\">Best &amp; Worst Time to Visit China<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"148\">How to Get to Guilin<\/h2><p data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"383\">Reaching Guilin is both convenient and flexible, whether you\u2019re flying in from afar or arriving by high-speed rail.<\/p><p data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"383\">For a system-level overview of how to travel between cities and regions in China, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-transportation-guide\/\">China Transportation Guide<\/a>.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"465\">By Air<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 132px; top: 410.328px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7ab4b3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e7ab4b3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-1024x506.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27055\" alt=\"Guilin Liangjiang International Airport with misty mountain backdrop\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-1024x506.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-500x247.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-300x148.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-768x380.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-1536x759.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-2048x1012.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-18x9.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Liangjiang-International-Airport-with-misty-mountain-backdrop-e1776257645204-150x74.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcfa3c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fcfa3c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"1018\">Located about 30 km southwest of the city center, Guilin Liangjiang Airport offers direct flights from major domestic hubs and selected international cities. Airport shuttle buses connect to key downtown stops like the Civil Aviation Mansion and Guilin North Station. Budget travelers can hop on local Bus 301. For added convenience\u2014especially at night or in groups\u2014taxis and ride-hailing services cost ~\u00a550 and drop you straight into the heart of Guilin, where the air already carries hints of its famed misty landscapes.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1082\">By Train<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 38px; top: 225.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44f7c42 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44f7c42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-1024x734.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27056\" alt=\"Guilin North Railway Station building at sunset with clear sky\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-1024x734.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-500x358.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-300x215.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-768x550.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192-150x108.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-North-Railway-Station-building-at-sunset-with-clear-sky-e1776257567192.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63c11cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63c11cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1664\">Guilin is well-connected by China\u2019s high-speed rail network. Guilin Station, close to downtown, is perfect for first-time visitors\u2014landmarks like Elephant Trunk Hill and Two Rivers Four Lakes are just minutes away. Planning a side trip? The high-speed train to Yangshuo takes only 18 minutes. Guilin North Station, in the northern part of the city, offers frequent services from northern China and convenient transfers to city buses or Metro Line 1. Whether you\u2019re arriving for nature, culture, or both, Guilin\u2019s rail system sets the tone for a smooth and scenic start.<\/p><p data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1664\">For a nationwide overview of routes, tickets, and stations, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/chinas-high-speed-rail-hsr\/\">China\u2019s High-Speed Rail (HSR)<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1664\">What to Do in Guilin<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"181\">Guilin City Area<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"660\">Two Rivers and Four Lakes<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1647757 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1647757\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-1024x731.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27057\" alt=\"Sun and Moon Twin Pagodas lit up at night in Guilin\u2019s Two Rivers and Four Lakes area\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-1024x731.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-300x214.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-768x549.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area-150x107.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Twin-Pagodas-lit-up-at-night-in-Guilins-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-area.webp 1512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4a7abd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d4a7abd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"660\">Often called the &#8220;emerald necklace&#8221; of Guilin, this waterway network connects the Li and Taohua Rivers with four scenic lakes. By day, admire weeping willows, graceful bridges, and the iconic Sun and Moon Pagodas. By night, take a boat cruise to see illuminated pagodas reflected on still waters, ancient silhouettes glowing under soft lights, and hear faint folk songs drifting from the riverbanks\u2014a poetic journey through Guilin\u2019s soul.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"1076\">Elephant Trunk Hill<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -20px; top: 86.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5e63ed elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e5e63ed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27058\" alt=\"Sunset view of Elephant Trunk Hill reflected on the Li River in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin.webp 848w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-768x492.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunset-view-of-Elephant-Trunk-Hill-reflected-on-the-Li-River-in-Guilin-150x96.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-678e677 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"678e677\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"1076\">Guilin\u2019s most recognizable landmark resembles an elephant drinking from the river. At its base, Water Moon Cave reflects the moon so perfectly that ancient poets called it \u201ca moon floating in water.\u201d Climb to the top for a sunrise shot of the Pu Xian Pagoda perched on the elephant\u2019s back\u2014symbolizing good fortune. Visit early to avoid crowds and capture the golden hour light.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1483\">Reed Flute Cave<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 188px; top: 158.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba89f9b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ba89f9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27059\" alt=\"Reed Flute Cave in Guilin illuminated with colorful lights and crystal reflections\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Reed-Flute-Cave-in-Guilin-illuminated-with-colorful-lights-and-crystal-reflections.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6526c74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6526c74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1483\">Nicknamed the \u201cPalace of Natural Art,\u201d this limestone cave is filled with surreal stalactites and stalagmites lit in glowing colors. Highlights include formations like \u201cCrystal Palace,\u201d \u201cLion Sending Off Guests,\u201d and \u201cGrape Valley.\u201d With a constant temperature of 18\u00b0C, it\u2019s a cool retreat on hot days, and the guided tour adds fun stories about mythical figures hidden in the rocks.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1898\">Jingjiang Princes\u2019 City &amp; Solitary Beauty Peak<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 118px; top: 150.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f57139a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f57139a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27060\" alt=\"Jingjiang Princes&apos; Palace entrance gate with yellow walls and traditional Chinese architecture in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Jingjiang-Princes-Palace-entrance-gate-with-yellow-walls-and-traditional-Chinese-architecture-in-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41572d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41572d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1898\">This former Ming Dynasty palace complex blends history and scenery. Within its walls, find ancient halls and courtyards. Behind it rises Solitary Beauty Peak\u2014only 66m tall, yet famed as \u201cthe peerless peak.\u201d Climb it for a full-city panorama and a glimpse of the original stone inscription of Guilin\u2019s famous phrase: \u201cGuilin\u2019s scenery is the best under heaven.\u201d<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2310\">Guihai Qinglan (Guilin Misty Meadow)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44fc399 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44fc399\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-1024x636.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27061\" alt=\"Karst mountains and modern architecture reflected in lake at Guihai Qinglan scenic area, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-1024x636.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-768x477.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-1536x954.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Karst-mountains-and-modern-architecture-reflected-in-lake-at-Guihai-Qinglan-scenic-area-Guilin.webp 1739w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-844862f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"844862f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A rising favorite near the city, this scenic meadow borders a tranquil lake. Ideal for camping or picnics, the setting shifts with the seasons\u2014verdant in spring, golden in autumn. Reflections of cypress and reeds dance across the water, and at dusk, the sky blushes with soft pink and violet tones. Perfect for walking, cycling, or simply watching the clouds pass by.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"169\">Li River Scenic Route<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"808\">Li River (Yangdi \u2013 Nine Horse Fresco Hill \u2013 Xingping)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81e80dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"81e80dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27062\" alt=\"Li River landscape with misty karst peaks and calm water in Guilin, China\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-landscape-with-misty-karst-peaks-and-calm-water-in-Guilin-China.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fb2f71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5fb2f71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"808\">This stretch is the very soul of Guilin\u2019s landscape. Bamboo rafting along the Yangdi to Xingping section reveals karst peaks rising like swords from the river. Look closely\u2014some resemble camels, some leaping carp. The highlight is Nine Horse Fresco Hill, a massive cliff where natural stone patterns form outlines of horses\u2014locals say spotting 7 means luck, spotting 9 means enlightenment. At Xingping Pier, don\u2019t miss the chance to recreate the scene on the back of China\u2019s \u00a520 banknote, with crystal-clear water reflecting mountains like a textbook-perfect landscape.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1375\">Xingping Ancient Town<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7ddccc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e7ddccc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27063\" alt=\"Traditional Chinese houses in Xingping Ancient Town backed by misty karst mountains\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-Chinese-houses-in-Xingping-Ancient-Town-backed-by-misty-karst-mountains.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c47a93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c47a93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1375\">A 1,000-year-old riverside outpost, Xingping is a charming mosaic of polished stone alleys, old docks, and Ming-era shopfronts. At dawn, locals paddle out to fish while smoke rises from stilted wooden houses. The scent of oil tea floats in the cool morning air. A short 10-minute hike up Laozhai Mountain offers a sweeping view of the Li River\u2019s iconic \u201cU-shaped\u201d bend\u2014verdant peaks, winding water, and the historic town merge into a breathtaking panorama. It\u2019s free to access and arguably one of the best viewpoints along the river.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1919\">Xianggong Mountain<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 121px; top: 222.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d33331d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d33331d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27064\" alt=\"Sunrise over Xianggong Mountain with Li River and karst peaks in Yangshuo, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-over-Xianggong-Mountain-with-Li-River-and-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-Guilin.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0fa5f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0fa5f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2646\">Nicknamed the \u201cSunrise Balcony of the Li River,\u201d this scenic peak sits just upstream of Xingping. From the summit, you can see a stunning convergence of river bends, karst peaks, and nearby landmarks like Yulong River and Shutong Hill. Start the climb around 5 a.m. to catch the sunrise\u2014first, a soft glow appears behind the peaks, then warm golden light floods the river valley. After a rain, mist drapes the mountains like silk, making it a dream spot for photographers chasing that otherworldly \u201ccloud sea\u201d effect.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"144\">Yangshuo Area: Where Nature Meets Culture<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"741\">Yulong River<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba0211a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ba0211a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27065\" alt=\"Bamboo rafts on Yulong River at sunset with glowing sky and limestone hills in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafts-on-Yulong-River-at-sunset-with-glowing-sky-and-limestone-hills-in-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d08ce5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d08ce5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"741\">Often called the \u201cLittle Li River,\u201d Yulong is a serene escape from crowds and engine noise. Here, hand-punted bamboo rafts glide gently over still waters, framed by golden rice fields in autumn and emerald greens in spring. Willow branches trail in the current, and smoky rooftops peek through the morning mist. As you float under the arched Fuli Bridge, its reflection on the water forms a perfect circle\u2014dubbed the \u201cGate of Mountains and Water.\u201d Sunset is the magic hour: the sky turns crimson, the raft&#8217;s shadow stretches long, and time seems to slow with every stroke.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1306\">West Street (Xi Jie)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2a6cdf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a2a6cdf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27066\" alt=\"Lively West Street night scene with neon lights and riverside reflections in Yangshuo, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lively-West-Street-night-scene-with-neon-lights-and-riverside-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a147af6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a147af6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"1306\">The buzzing heart of Yangshuo, West Street blends old charm with modern flair. Cobbled alleys lined with colonial buildings, cozy caf\u00e9s, and vibrant bars brim with life. By day, admire the contrast between century-old shophouses and chic boutiques. Come nightfall, the street comes alive with the smell of grilled skewers, the sound of folk songs, and the clinking of beer bottles. Take a seat, order a local favorite\u2014stuffed river snails and a cold Liq Beer\u2014and soak in the laid-back, multicultural vibe of this riverside town.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1836\">Impression Liu Sanjie Show<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f89772e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f89772e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27067\" alt=\"Impression Liu Sanjie night show on Li River with illuminated karst peaks in Yangshuo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Impression-Liu-Sanjie-night-show-on-Li-River-with-illuminated-karst-peaks-in-Yangshuo.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd1ebb6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dd1ebb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1836\">Directed by Zhang Yimou, this outdoor spectacle unfolds on the actual Li River, using surrounding karst peaks as a living backdrop. Over 600 local performers clad in traditional attire reenact ethnic customs like Zhuang love songs and Yao fire dances. As fishing lanterns light up the water and a giant moon rises behind the hills, the show becomes a breathtaking fusion of nature and culture. From your seat by the riverbank, you\u2019ll feel not like a spectator\u2014but part of the performance itself.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"2380\">Guilin Romance Park (Guilin Eternal Scenery)<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 162px; top: 198.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cae68cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cae68cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27068\" alt=\"Guilin Eternal Love theater performance with dramatic waterfall stage and acrobatic show\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-Eternal-Love-theater-performance-with-dramatic-waterfall-stage-and-acrobatic-show.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdbfae6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fdbfae6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"2380\">A full-fledged cultural theme park, this immersive experience dives into the history and legends of Guilin\u2014from Liu Sanjie\u2019s tales to the building of the Lingqu Canal. The headline show, Guilin Eternal Love, features 3D sets, water projections, and acrobatics that bring the past to life. Outside the theater, you can join in ethnic song-and-dance performances, toss embroidered balls with Zhuang villagers, or enjoy a roaring bonfire party that turns the night into a joyful festival.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2895\">Ruyi Peak (Ruyi Bridge &amp; Summit)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff9e172 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ff9e172\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"546\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-view-from-Ruyi-Peak-overlooking-karst-mountains-and-misty-valleys-in-Guilin.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27069\" alt=\"Sunrise view from Ruyi Peak overlooking karst mountains and misty valleys in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-view-from-Ruyi-Peak-overlooking-karst-mountains-and-misty-valleys-in-Guilin.webp 546w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-view-from-Ruyi-Peak-overlooking-karst-mountains-and-misty-valleys-in-Guilin-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-view-from-Ruyi-Peak-overlooking-karst-mountains-and-misty-valleys-in-Guilin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sunrise-view-from-Ruyi-Peak-overlooking-karst-mountains-and-misty-valleys-in-Guilin-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 546px) 100vw, 546px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c88822b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c88822b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2895\">Yangshuo\u2019s \u201cSky Balcony,\u201d Ruyi Peak combines nature with adrenaline. Ride a cable car up the mountain, passing dense karst valleys below. Walk the daring Ruyi Cloud Suspension Bridge, where glass panels reveal the gorge beneath your feet. At the summit\u2014Yuanbao Peak\u2014you\u2019ll get a 360\u00b0 view of the Yulong River, Yangshuo town, and a sea of jagged peaks. On cloudy days, the mountaintops float above the mist like green islands in the sky\u2014majestic and slightly surreal.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"3413\">Silver Cave (Yinziyan)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc2e509 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"fc2e509\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27070\" alt=\"Colorful illuminated stalactites and stalagmites in Silver Cave (Yinziyan), Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Colorful-illuminated-stalactites-and-stalagmites-in-Silver-Cave-Yinziyan-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de06f80 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"de06f80\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"3413\">One of China\u2019s most celebrated karst caves, Silver Cave dazzles with sparkling white stalactites and surreal rock formations. Inside, you\u2019ll see \u201cCrystal Palace\u201d columns, \u201cFlying Waterfall\u201d drapes, and the famous \u201cPearl Umbrella\u201d\u2014a perfectly shaped limestone marvel formed over millennia. Colored lights cast the formations in jewel tones, making the cave feel like a walk through an underground crystal kingdom. The experience is both geological wonder and artistic fantasy.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3415\" data-end=\"4031\">Longji Rice Terraces (Ping\u2019an &amp; Dazhai)<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-812b03a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"812b03a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27071\" alt=\"Longji Rice Terraces in Guilin with traditional Zhuang village and layered fields\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Longji-Rice-Terraces-in-Guilin-with-traditional-Zhuang-village-and-layered-fields.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40e4856 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"40e4856\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1400\">Carved into the mountains by generations of Zhuang and Yao farmers, the Longji Rice Terraces are a living artwork of rural engineering. At Ping\u2019an Village, admire the \u201cSeven Stars with Moon\u201d pattern\u2014small terraces circling a large one. At Dazhai (Jinkeng), climb to the top of the \u201cThousand-Layer Staircase\u201d with over 1,500 steps winding up the slopes. In spring, the mirrored paddies reflect the sky; in fall, golden waves ripple in the breeze. Along the trails, you\u2019ll meet silver-adorned Yao women and stoic Zhuang elders\u2014the soul of the mountains made human.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"103\">Hidden Gems Around Guilin<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"722\">Haiyang Ginkgo Village<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-623114d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"623114d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-1024x681.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27072\" alt=\"Ginkgo trees in golden autumn lining the streets of Haiyang Village, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ginkgo-trees-in-golden-autumn-lining-the-streets-of-Haiyang-Village-Guilin.webp 1623w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-321bcb1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"321bcb1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"722\">Dubbed \u201cChina\u2019s No.1 Ginkgo Village,\u201d Haiyang transforms into a golden wonderland every November. Over 10,000 ancient ginkgo trees are scattered among rustic hamlets, painting the hillsides and stone lanes in brilliant yellow. In Xiaoping Le Village, tangled branches draped with vines arch above mossy paths, while in Beidaidi, ginkgo leaves flutter over wooden cottages and trickling streams. As morning mist lifts and sunlight filters through golden canopies, the entire scene feels like a forgotten fairytale\u2014pure magic for photographers seeking that perfect golden-hour glow.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1299\">Huangyao Ancient Town<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9008afd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"9008afd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27073\" alt=\"Ancient stone bridge and canal scene in Huangyao Ancient Town, Guangxi\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-stone-bridge-and-canal-scene-in-Huangyao-Ancient-Town-Guangxi.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4849c6c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4849c6c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A 2.5-hour drive from Guilin brings you to Huangyao, a tranquil time capsule dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. More peaceful than bustling West Street, its winding flagstone alleys meander through over 100 well-preserved buildings\u2014ancestral halls, arch bridges, and aged storefronts with black-tiled roofs. At dawn, the silence is broken only by birdsong and running water. Sit by the Xianren Ancient Well, watch locals draw water or do laundry, and let the calmness of this riverside town carry you back a hundred years in time.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"112\">What to Eat in Guilin<\/h2><p data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"483\">Guilin\u2019s cuisine mirrors its landscape\u2014flavorful, unpretentious, and deeply connected to the land and rivers.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"535\">Signature Dishes: Born of Rivers and Soil<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"882\">Beer Fish<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e66a5d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3e66a5d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27077\" alt=\"Guilin beer fish with tomatoes and chili served in a hot pot style dish\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-beer-fish-with-tomatoes-and-chili-served-in-a-hot-pot-style-dish.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53d9073 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"53d9073\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"882\">This iconic Yangshuo dish simmers freshly caught Li River carp in beer, chili, and tomatoes until the broth thickens and the flavors meld. The fish skin crisps while the flesh stays tender and aromatic. The broth is so rich, locals often finish it with a bowl of Guilin rice\u2014fluffy and fragrant, it soaks up every drop of flavor.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1168\">Stuffed River Snails<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 93px; top: 174.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d7f982 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8d7f982\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-1024x804.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27078\" alt=\"Stuffed river snails stir fried with garlic, peppers and herbs \u2013 Guilin specialty\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-1024x804.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-500x393.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-300x236.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-768x603.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-15x12.webp 15w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833-150x118.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Stuffed-river-snails-stir-fried-with-garlic-peppers-and-herbs-\u2013-Guilin-specialty-e1777383066833.webp 1375w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72be76e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"72be76e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1168\">A true showcase of culinary ingenuity. Snail meat is mixed with pork, perilla leaves, and sticky rice, then stuffed back into the shells and steamed. Each bite bursts with herbal notes, savory richness, and a gentle spiciness\u2014perfect with a cold LiQun beer.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1462\">Braised Pork with Lipu Taro<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 87px; top: 102.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4745ca6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4745ca6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-1024x737.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27079\" alt=\"Braised pork belly with taro slices in savory sauce \u2013 Lipu Taro Pork from Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-1024x737.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-500x360.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-300x216.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-768x553.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366-150x108.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Braised-pork-belly-with-taro-slices-in-savory-sauce-\u2013-Lipu-Taro-Pork-from-Guilin-e1777382812366.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db877fb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"db877fb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1462\">Lipu taro, a local delicacy, is steamed with fatty pork belly until it becomes creamy and absorbs the meat\u2019s flavor. The taro adds a mild sweetness and soft texture that balances the richness, creating a melt-in-your-mouth comfort dish worthy of any banquet.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1514\">Street Snacks: The City\u2019s Flavorful Pulse<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1814\">Guilin Rice Noodles<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1dba924 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1dba924\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-1024x735.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27080\" alt=\"Guilin rice noodles topped with pickled vegetables, egg, and sliced pork\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-1024x735.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-500x359.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-300x215.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-768x551.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897-150x108.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickled-vegetables-egg-and-sliced-pork-e1777382654897.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ebca65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7ebca65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1814\">A breakfast staple that locals swear by. Slippery rice noodles are topped with crispy pork, tangy pickled bamboo, roasted peanuts, scallions, and a ladle of fragrant spiced gravy. Stir it all together and take a slurp\u2014the umami depth of the broth is the soul of this dish.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"2127\">Oil Tea<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-be65436 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"be65436\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27081\" alt=\"Guilin style oil tea served with crispy rice puffs, peanuts and scallions\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Guilin-style-oil-tea-served-with-crispy-rice-puffs-peanuts-and-scallions.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f20da0f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f20da0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"2127\">A traditional drink of the Yao and Dong people, oil tea is made by pan-frying tea leaves, boiling them, then pounding into a strong brew. It\u2019s served with puffed rice, peanuts, and crispy grains. Bitter at first sip, then warming and energizing\u2014especially popular in mountain villages like Longji.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2400\">Mugwort Rice Cake<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 100px; top: 174.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71ea784 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"71ea784\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"751\" height=\"649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-glutinous-rice-cakes-with-Chinese-mugwort-leaves-Aiye-Baba-from-Guilin.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27082\" alt=\"Traditional glutinous rice cakes with Chinese mugwort leaves (Aiye Baba) from Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-glutinous-rice-cakes-with-Chinese-mugwort-leaves-Aiye-Baba-from-Guilin.webp 751w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-glutinous-rice-cakes-with-Chinese-mugwort-leaves-Aiye-Baba-from-Guilin-300x259.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-glutinous-rice-cakes-with-Chinese-mugwort-leaves-Aiye-Baba-from-Guilin-14x12.webp 14w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Traditional-glutinous-rice-cakes-with-Chinese-mugwort-leaves-Aiye-Baba-from-Guilin-150x130.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f47f63 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6f47f63\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2849\">Start your morning at Chongshan Rice Noodles (Jiefang West Road), a 30-year-old local favorite. Their crispy pork and slow-simmered broth are legendary\u2014and a hearty bowl costs just 10 yuan. Later, explore East-West Alley, a quaint street lined with regional snacks from across Guangxi, including oil tea and mugwort cakes. It\u2019s a delicious way to stroll through history.<\/p><p data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2849\"><strong>See also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/what-to-eat-in-guilin\/\">What to Eat in Guilin<\/a><\/p><h3 data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2447\">Where to Eat<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2849\">Downtown Guilin<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c10521a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c10521a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27083\" alt=\"Chongshan Rice Noodles Restaurant in Guilin \u2013 popular local eatery with traditional signage\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Chongshan-Rice-Noodles-Restaurant-in-Guilin-\u2013-popular-local-eatery-with-traditional-signage.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66c93e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"66c93e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2849\">Start your morning at <strong data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2519\">Chongshan Rice Noodles<\/strong> (Jiefang West Road), a 30-year-old local favorite. Their crispy pork and slow-simmered broth are legendary\u2014and a hearty bowl costs just 10 yuan. Later, explore <strong data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2699\">East-West Alley<\/strong>, a quaint street lined with regional snacks from across Guangxi, including oil tea and mugwort cakes. It\u2019s a delicious way to stroll through history.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"3211\">Yangshuo West Street<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 87px; top: 198.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-336c027 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"336c027\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27084\" alt=\"Entrance gate of West Street in Yangshuo, Guilin \u2013 famous tourist shopping and nightlife area\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Entrance-gate-of-West-Street-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-\u2013-famous-tourist-shopping-and-nightlife-area.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d09029 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6d09029\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"3211\">When night falls, West Street becomes a gourmet playground. Nearly every restaurant offers its take on beer fish, but for the best, seek out local-favorite spots like Xie Sanjie Beer Fish. Wander the street nibbling on grilled Li River shrimp, snail skewers, and sticky sweets while soaking in the lively, lantern-lit atmosphere.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3547\">Countryside Near Yulong River<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -28px; top: 155.773px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18c5126 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"18c5126\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27085\" alt=\"Club Med Guilin resort surrounded by karst hills with outdoor pool and modern facilities\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-resort-surrounded-by-karst-hills-with-outdoor-pool-and-modern-facilities.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0b3e65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e0b3e65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"3071\">After bamboo rafting, stop at a riverside farmhouse for a quiet, authentic meal. Try freshly steamed Li River fish, saut\u00e9ed wild herbs, and bamboo-tube rice filled with sausage and mushrooms. The breeze carries the scent of earth and water\u2014it\u2019s more than a meal, it\u2019s a moment of mountain serenity.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"106\">Where to Stay in Guilin<\/h2><p data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"400\">From rooftop pools overlooking karst peaks to artistic retreats nestled in nature, Guilin offers accommodations that are as scenic and relaxing as the landscape itself.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"466\">Gong She Rooftop View Hotel (Xiangbi Mountain Branch)<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 153px; top: 277.547px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48a3be2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"48a3be2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-1024x766.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27086\" alt=\"Gong She Rooftop View Hotel (Xiangbi Mountain Branch) guilin hotel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-1024x766.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-300x224.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-768x575.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-150x112.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Gong-She-Rooftop-View-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40e258d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"40e258d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"854\">Ranked among the best boutique hotels in Guilin, this property offers floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of Duxiu Peak and the East-West Alley below. The rooftop viewing deck is a perfect spot to admire the glittering city lights or sunrise over the mountains. Select rooms feature circular bathtubs for added comfort and romance, and the scenic restaurant lets you dine with a view.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"913\">Li River Cloud Hotel (Xiangbi Mountain Branch)<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 124px; top: 177.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92f13b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"92f13b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-1024x667.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27087\" alt=\"Li River Cloud Hotel (Xiangbi Mountain Branch) guilin hotel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-1024x667.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-300x196.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-768x501.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel-150x98.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-Cloud-Hotel-Xiangbi-Mountain-Branch-guilin-hotel.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ad1516 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9ad1516\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"1265\">Famous for its dual infinity pools with direct views of Elephant Trunk Hill, this stylish riverside hotel is a photo hotspot. It\u2019s also family-friendly, with interactive cultural experiences like sachet-making workshops. River-view rooms immerse guests in the charm of Guilin\u2019s natural beauty\u2014watch the Li River flow past from the comfort of your bed.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1300\">Club Med Guilin Resort<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 136px; top: 204.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c6d7aca elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c6d7aca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-1024x571.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27088\" alt=\"Club Med Guilin Resort guilin hotel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-1024x571.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-300x167.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-768x428.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Club-Med-Guilin-Resort-guilin-hotel.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c89c078 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c89c078\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"899\">Tucked near Yuzi Paradise, this luxury resort is surrounded by 50 karst peaks and lush greenery. It\u2019s ideal for families and couples alike, offering kids\u2019 clubs, outdoor pools, mountain biking, and even cave exploration. With art installations scattered across the grounds, it\u2019s not just a place to stay\u2014it\u2019s a place to play, relax, and be inspired.<\/p><p data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"899\"><strong>See also:<\/strong> <a class=\"row-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/where-to-stay-in-guilin\/\" aria-label=\"\u201cWhere to Stay in Guilin: Best Areas &amp; Hotels\u201d (Edit)\">Where to Stay in Guilin<\/a><\/p><h2 data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"108\">How to Get Around Guilin<\/h2><p data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"281\">Getting around Guilin is easy and scenic, thanks to a wide range of transportation options that let you explore the city\u2019s natural beauty and cultural landmarks with ease.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"818\">Public Buses<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -69px; top: 150.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f617b3a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f617b3a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27089\" alt=\"Public city bus in Guilin with colorful advertising under overpass\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Public-city-bus-in-Guilin-with-colorful-advertising-under-overpass.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e777d9c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e777d9c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"818\">Guilin\u2019s bus network is extensive and convenient, with many double-decker buses perfect for sightseeing. The Tourist Bus Line 1 is especially popular\u2014it runs past top attractions such as Elephant Trunk Hill, Fubo Hill, and the Two Rivers and Four Lakes scenic area. The route also passes major roads like Zhongshan Road and Binjiang Road, making it both practical and scenic.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"1061\">Taxis<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 231px; top: 230.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-966f180 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"966f180\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27090\" alt=\"Blue licensed taxis lined up at a downtown Guilin pickup point\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Blue-licensed-taxis-lined-up-at-a-downtown-Guilin-pickup-point.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da21d4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da21d4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"1061\">Taxis are widely available in Guilin and are a fast and flexible way to travel within the city. They\u2019re ideal for door-to-door service or late-night arrivals. You can hail one on the street or book by phone for added convenience.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1804\">River Transport<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 82px; top: 150.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae56fb6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ae56fb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27091\" alt=\"Bamboo raft drifting on the Yulong River with karst mountain reflections in Yangshuo, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-raft-drifting-on-the-Yulong-River-with-karst-mountain-reflections-in-Yangshuo-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ea5338 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8ea5338\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1804\">Cruising the Li River is a must-do experience. Two main docks\u2014Mopan Mountain Pier for domestic tourists and Zhujian Pier for international travelers\u2014offer boat rides that take you deep into the heart of Guilin\u2019s scenic wonders. Tickets should be booked a day in advance either at the docks or through travel agencies.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"2143\">Bicycles<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 22px; top: 174.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 22px; top: 174.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f8f1fdf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f8f1fdf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27092\" alt=\"Shared electric scooters in downtown Guilin, China\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Shared-electric-scooters-in-downtown-Guilin-China.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c4bd94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c4bd94\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2137\">For a more immersive way to explore the city, consider renting a bike. Many rental spots are scattered throughout the city, often just steps away from major streets and attractions. With most of Guilin\u2019s highlights located close together, cycling offers a relaxing and flexible way to enjoy the landscape at your own pace.<\/p><p data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2137\">Before diving into the detailed itinerary, it\u2019s worth understanding how Guilin fits into a broader China travel plan\u2014especially for first-time visitors choosing classic routes and regions. For a nationwide overview of travel regions, route combinations, and planning logic, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-travel-guide\/\">China Travel Guide<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"108\">3-Day Guilin Itinerary<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"168\">Day 1: A City of Scenery \u2014 First Glimpse of Guilin<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c408de7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c408de7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27093\" alt=\"Sun and Moon Pagodas at sunset on Guilin Two Rivers and Four Lakes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Sun-and-Moon-Pagodas-at-sunset-on-Guilin-Two-Rivers-and-Four-Lakes.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ccc844a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ccc844a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"284\"><strong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"180\">Theme:<\/strong> Discover the harmony of city and nature, and enjoy a dreamlike night cruise through Guilin\u2019s waterways.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"337\">Morning: Iconic Landmarks &amp; Scenic City Views<\/h4><p data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"537\"><strong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"372\">Elephant Trunk Hill (2 hrs):<\/strong> Guilin\u2019s most famous symbol. Arrive early to capture the morning light on the \u201cElephant Drinking Water\u201d rock formation, mirrored beautifully on the river surface.<\/p><p data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"810\"><strong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"603\">Jingjiang Princes&#8217; Palace &amp; Solitary Beauty Peak (2.5 hrs):<\/strong> A 15-minute walk from the hill takes you to a historic Ming dynasty palace. Climb the peak for panoramic views of the city\u2019s unique layout\u2014where mountains embrace the river and the river encircles the city.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1017\">Lunch Recommendation:<\/h4><p data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1017\">Try Chongshan Rice Noodles (Jiefang West Road) \u2014 order the classic noodle bowl with crispy roast pork and pickled bamboo shoots, topped with Guilin\u2019s signature savory broth.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1065\">Afternoon: Cave Wonders &amp; Old Town Charm<\/h4><p data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1241\"><strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1096\">Reed Flute Cave (2 hrs):<\/strong> Ride Bus 3 to this fairy tale-like karst cave filled with illuminated stalactites and stalagmites. A cool 18\u00b0C makes it a great summer escape.<\/p><p><strong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1274\">East-West Alley (1.5 hrs):<\/strong> A lively mix of historic architecture and trendy shops. Explore local crafts and snap a photo at the Insta-famous archway.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1450\">Evening: Two Rivers &amp; Four Lakes Night Cruise<\/h4><p data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1705\"><strong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1505\">Start from Shanhu Dock before 7:30 PM (1.5 hrs):<\/strong> Board a scenic cruise through Guilin\u2019s central waterways. Admire illuminated twin pagodas, mirrored reflections of Elephant Trunk Hill, and sparkling bridges that light up the river like starlight.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1878\">Dinner Recommendation:<\/h4><p data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1878\">Walk to Chunji Roast Goose (Binjiang Road) and savor their signature roast goose and Lipu taro pork belly, paired with a cold Guilin beer.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1945\">Day 2: Li River Cruise \u2014 A Gallery of Natural Beauty<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 198px; top: 265.047px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a031bf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5a031bf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27094\" alt=\"Li River and karst mountains under blue sky in Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Li-River-and-karst-mountains-under-blue-sky-in-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2aeab3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b2aeab3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2050\"><strong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1957\">Theme:<\/strong> Drift along the most scenic stretch of the Li River and stay overnight in charming Yangshuo.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2090\">Morning: Li River Bamboo Rafting<\/h4><p data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2488\"><strong data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2148\">Start at 8:00 AM from Guilin to Yangdi Dock (1 hr):<\/strong><br data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2151\" \/>Board a bamboo raft for a 2.5-hour cruise from Yangdi to Xingping, the most iconic part of the Li River. Watch for Nine Horse Fresco Hill and the mirror-like reflections at Yellow Cloth Shoal. The boatman will pause at top photo spots.<\/p><p data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2488\"><strong data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2397\">Tip:<\/strong> Book rafts a day early on official platforms and wear anti-slip shoes with sun protection.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2715\">Lunch in Xingping Old Town:<\/h4><p data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2715\">Walk 10 minutes from the pier to the town\u2019s heart. Try Lao Difang Restaurant for fresh river fish and local oil tea. Then snap a photo at the spot featured on the back of the 20 RMB bill.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2908\">Afternoon: Ancient Town &amp; Travel to Yangshuo<\/h4><p data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2908\">Stroll Xingping\u2019s stone-paved alleys and hike up Laozhai Hill (about 30 minutes) for a sweeping view of the Li River\u2019s dramatic curve.<\/p><p data-start=\"2911\" data-end=\"3018\">Take the high-speed train to <strong data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"2960\">Yangshuo Station<\/strong> (18 mins), then a 15-minute taxi ride to the town center.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3069\">Evening: Yangshuo Flavors &amp; Liu Sanjie Show<\/h4><p data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3228\">Dinner at <strong data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3121\">Xie Sanjie Beer Fish (West Street):<\/strong> Enjoy Yangshuo\u2019s iconic beer-braised fish and stuffed river snails, bursting with local spice and aroma.<\/p><p data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3515\"><strong data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3272\">Impression Liu Sanjie Show (8:00 PM):<\/strong> Directed by Zhang Yimou, this riverside spectacle features 600+ performers singing and dancing on water, backed by limestone karsts under moonlight.<\/p><p data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3515\">After the show, take a walk through West Street, alive with folk music and lively bars.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"3522\" data-end=\"3587\">Day 3: Yangshuo\u2019s Countryside \u2014 Serenity &amp; Scenic Heights<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0c1e83 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c0c1e83\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27095\" alt=\"Bamboo rafting at sunset on Yulong River, Guilin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Bamboo-rafting-at-sunset-on-Yulong-River-Guilin.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-323ecc6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"323ecc6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3688\"><strong data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3599\">Theme:<\/strong> Glide through peaceful river landscapes and end your trip with panoramic mountain views.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3732\">Morning: Yulong River Bamboo Rafting<\/h4><p data-start=\"3735\" data-end=\"3983\">Depart early for a hand-paddled bamboo raft from <strong data-start=\"3784\" data-end=\"3832\">Jinlong Bridge to Jiuxian Village (1.5 hrs):<\/strong> Float past rice paddies, bamboo groves, and rustic farmhouses. The river here is quieter than the Li River, perfect for a relaxing countryside escape.<\/p><p data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4110\"><strong data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"3998\">Optional:<\/strong> Rent an electric bike at Jiuxian to ride along the Yulong River to Jima Pier, soaking in beautiful rural views.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4290\">Lunch by the River:<\/h4><p data-start=\"4112\" data-end=\"4290\">Stop at Old Gen Country Restaurant (Jiuxian Village) for local dishes like braised chicken and mugwort rice cakes, all enjoyed at a riverside table.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"4292\" data-end=\"4332\">Afternoon: Mountain Views &amp; Return<\/h4><p data-start=\"4335\" data-end=\"4574\"><strong data-start=\"4335\" data-end=\"4357\">Ruyi Peak (2 hrs):<\/strong> Take a cable car up the mountain, walk across the sky bridge and glass walkway, and soak in 360\u00b0 views of karst peaks rising like green fingers from the earth. Don\u2019t miss a photo at the Ruyi Cloud Viewing Platform.<\/p><p data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4747\">At 3:00 PM, return to Guilin (1.5 hrs). If time allows, stop at Shangshui Food Street near Guilin Station for snacks like osmanthus cake and ginger candy to take home.<\/p><p data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4747\">To compare daily travel costs across different regions, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/cost-of-travel-in-china\/\">Cost of Travel in China<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4747\">Nearby Travel Cites<\/h2><h3>Nanning \u2014 Green City of Ethnic Harmony<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -8px; top: 766.141px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3e4dd4c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"3e4dd4c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-1024x767.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27096\" alt=\"Ancient pagoda and modern skyline by Yong River in Nanning, China\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-1024x767.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China-150x112.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Ancient-pagoda-and-modern-skyline-by-Yong-River-in-Nanning-China.webp 1441w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab307e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ab307e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"714\">As the capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/nanning-travel-guide\/\">Nanning<\/a> blends modern cityscapes with rich cultural and natural attractions. Climb Qingxiu Mountain Park for panoramic views of the lush hills and urban skyline. At the Guangxi Ethnic Museum, explore the traditions and history of the region\u2019s many ethnic groups. Sanjiangkou Scenic Area, where three rivers converge, offers historic villages like Song Village to explore. Don\u2019t miss Min Ge Lake, a scenic waterway in the city center, perfect for boat rides past mural-decorated bridges and shimmering night views.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"774\">Liuzhou \u2014 City of Bridges and Spicy Flavors<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a98a1f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a98a1f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27097\" alt=\"Liuzhou city skyline at night with river reflections\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Liuzhou-city-skyline-at-night-with-river-reflections.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06612eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"06612eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"1421\">Liuzhou is a unique mix of karst landscapes and urban charm. Visit Longtan Park, where lush mountains and clear lakes reflect the beauty of southern China. Known as the \u201cMuseum of Bridges,\u201d Liuzhou\u2019s diverse bridges span the Liu River, creating a striking skyline. Food lovers flock here for Luosifen (snail rice noodles)\u2014a pungent, addictive dish with pickled bamboo shoots. Other must-tries include braised duck feet and Wuling mooncakes. Nearby, Chengyang Eight Villages in Sanjiang offer a deep dive into Dong ethnic culture, complete with stilt houses, the iconic Chengyang Wind and Rain Bridge, and festive banquets.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1483\">Beihai \u2014 Coastal Paradise with Historic Charm<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 143px; top: 324.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e1f4b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1e1f4b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27098\" alt=\"Weizhou Island coastline with clear turquoise waters, Beihai\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Weizhou-Island-coastline-with-clear-turquoise-waters-Beihai.webp 1622w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5eae252 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5eae252\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"2096\">Beihai, a key port city in Guangxi, is famous for its stunning coastline and laid-back vibe. The star attraction is Silver Beach, known for its fine white sand and clear waters\u2014perfect for sunbathing and water sports. Take a ferry to Weizhou Island, formed by volcanic eruptions, where dramatic lava cliffs and scenic spots like Colorful Beach and Dripping Rock offer unforgettable sunrise and sunset views. For a cultural stroll, explore Beihai Old Street, lined with colonial arcades, seafood eateries, and craft shops, where the scent of grilled shellfish meets the spirit of a bygone era.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"195\">Guilin Travel Pitfalls to Avoid<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"527\">1. Food Scams<\/h3><p data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"527\">Avoid \u201ccheap beer fish\u201d offers in tourist hotspots like West Street or Two Rivers &amp; Four Lakes. These often involve low-quality fish or inflated weights. Instead, eat where locals go and check clear pricing. For Guilin rice noodles, skip the tourist zones\u2014try old neighborhood shops for better taste and value.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"810\">2. Transport Traps<\/h3><p data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"810\">At train or bus stations, avoid unlicensed taxis\u2014they may overcharge or detour you to overpriced attractions. Use official apps or buses. In Yangshuo, steer clear of suspiciously cheap bike rentals near Yulong River\u2014they often hide overtime or damage fees.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1069\">3. Fake Tours &amp; Unsafe Spots<\/h3><p data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1069\">Don&#8217;t fall for street-sold &#8220;budget one-day tours&#8221;\u2014they usually include forced shopping or hidden costs. Also, avoid so-called \u201csecret scenic spots\u201d that lack proper safety or accessibility. Book only via official channels.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1285\">4. Shopping Overcharges<\/h3><p data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1285\">Think twice before buying jade, silver, or souvenirs in scenic areas\u2014they\u2019re often overpriced or fake. Stick to trusted malls or local markets in the city and always ask for a receipt.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1501\">5. Ticket Traps<\/h3><p data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1501\">Some attractions bundle tickets with forced insurance or low-quality meals. For Li River cruises, book \u201cticket-only\u201d options via official sites. Avoid third-party sellers or agents near docks.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1757\">6. Accommodation &amp; Menu Tricks<\/h3><p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1757\">Watch out for misleading hotel photos or surprise \u201choliday pricing.\u201d Some \u201cpanoramic view\u201d rooms barely face the river. In small eateries, clarify if extra charges apply\u2014\u201c5 yuan noodles\u201d may cost triple with toppings.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1952\">7. Photo Ambushes<\/h3><p data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1952\">At scenic spots like Xingping\u2019s 20 Yuan Viewpoint, locals may offer a \u201cfree photo with a cormorant,\u201d then demand 50\u2013100 yuan afterward. Always ask first before snapping.<\/p><p data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1952\">For first-time visitors planning a China trip, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-travel-tips\/\">China Travel Tips: The Best Guide You Can Find<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1952\">Personal Experience<\/h2><p data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1952\">While Guilin\u2019s landscapes are undeniably breathtaking, its supporting services <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>always fall short<\/strong><\/span>. Across Chinese social media, countless posts criticize Guilin for issues ranging from overpriced food and unreliable transport to deceptive tourism practices. For first-time travelers to China, it\u2019s wise to seriously reconsider whether Guilin should be your first stop. 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https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Guilin-Rice-Noodles-Local-beef-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickles-chili-green-beans-and-scallions-in-a-stainless-steel-bowl-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Guilin-Rice-Noodles-Local-beef-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickles-chili-green-beans-and-scallions-in-a-stainless-steel-bowl-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Guilin-Rice-Noodles-Local-beef-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickles-chili-green-beans-and-scallions-in-a-stainless-steel-bowl-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Guilin-Rice-Noodles-Local-beef-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickles-chili-green-beans-and-scallions-in-a-stainless-steel-bowl-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Guilin-Rice-Noodles-Local-beef-rice-noodles-topped-with-pickles-chili-green-beans-and-scallions-in-a-stainless-steel-bowl.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">FAQs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/what-is-the-traditional-food-in-guilin\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWhat Is the Traditional Food in Guilin?\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Guilin\u2019s most traditional food includes Guilin rice noodles, beer fish, taro pork, and oil tea\u2014each dish rooted in local culture and landscape.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-28220 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faqs tag-chengdu tag-history tag-what\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/what-is-the-history-of-chengdu\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-28222\" alt=\"Golden mask from Sanxingdui culture on display at Jinsha Site Museum in Chengdu\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Golden-mask-from-Sanxingdui-culture-on-display-at-Jinsha-Site-Museum-in-Chengdu-e1755403042710.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">FAQs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/what-is-the-history-of-chengdu\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWhat is the history of Chengdu?\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Chengdu\u2019s history spans 4,500 years from ancient Shu civilization to today\u2019s modern hub, marked by irrigation marvels, silk trade, Three Kingdoms legacy, and cultural resilience.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-2481 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-food tag-cuisine-series tag-fujian tag-top-8-cuisine\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/fujian-cuisine\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fujian-delicacies-served-in-a-modern-dining-atmosphere-with-seafood-e1728009686679-1024x546.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2555\" alt=\"Fujian delicacies served in a modern dining atmosphere with seafood\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fujian-delicacies-served-in-a-modern-dining-atmosphere-with-seafood-e1728009686679-1024x546.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fujian-delicacies-served-in-a-modern-dining-atmosphere-with-seafood-e1728009686679-300x160.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fujian-delicacies-served-in-a-modern-dining-atmosphere-with-seafood-e1728009686679-768x410.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Fujian-delicacies-served-in-a-modern-dining-atmosphere-with-seafood-e1728009686679.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Food<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/fujian-cuisine\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tFujian Cuisine\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Discover the rich flavors of Fujian cuisine, famous for its fresh seafood, delicate soups, and unique cooking techniques, offering a true taste of southern China.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-6981 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-city tag-chongqing tag-city tag-city-basic-info tag-municipality\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/chongqing\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Chongqing-night-skyline-with-illuminated-skyscrapers-and-city-lights-e1734355157801-1024x575.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-7035\" alt=\"Chongqing night skyline with illuminated skyscrapers and city lights\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Chongqing-night-skyline-with-illuminated-skyscrapers-and-city-lights-e1734355157801-1024x575.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Chongqing-night-skyline-with-illuminated-skyscrapers-and-city-lights-e1734355157801-300x168.webp 300w, 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&amp; So on\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Explore Chongqing&#8217;s iconic skyline, historic sites, vibrant alleys, and stunning river views. Discover the best of this dynamic mountain city.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-18130 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-province tag-heilongjiang tag-province tag-province-basic-info\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/heilongjiang\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-18184\" alt=\"Sunset over the Songhua River Beautiful sunset over the Songhua River in Harbin with a cable car passing above the frozen water and city skyline in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-Beautiful-sunset-over-the-Songhua-River-in-Harbin-with-a-cable-car-passing-above-the-frozen-water-and-city-skyline-in-the-background-e1745139489357.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Province<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/it\/heilongjiang\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tHeilongjiang, Best China&#8217;s Ice-Snow Tourism Destination\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Heilongjiang, known for its winter wonderland, is a top ice-snow tourism destination with iconic sites like Harbin Ice Festival and China Snow Town. 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