Guilin City Travel

Guilin, Guangxi — Landscape is the best under heaven. Bamboo rafting on the Li River to admire the landscape gallery, experiencing exotic culture on Yangshuo West Street, and viewing the magnificent farming civilization at Longji Rice Terraces. Feel the perfect fusion of Guilin's landscape and ethnic culture.

2000+
Years of City History
5A
Scenic Area Rating
World Heritage
Karst Landform
5 Million
Population

Guilin City District and County Travel

Xiufeng District

Central urban area of Guilin, political and commercial center

Solitary Beauty PeakJingjiang Prince CityZhengyang Pedestrian Street
Diecai District

Historical and cultural area, concentration of scenic spots

Diecai MountainFubo MountainReed Flute Cave
Xiangshan District

Home of Elephant Trunk Hill, core tourist area

Xiangshan ParkNanxi MountainGuilin Railway Station
Qixing District

High-tech, education, and culture area, university cluster

Seven Star ParkGuilin University of TechnologyHigh-Tech Industrial Park
Yanshan District

Ecological leisure area, location of university town

Yuzi ParadiseGuilin Garden Expo ParkYanshan Garden
Lingui District

New urban area, location of municipal government

Guilin Municipal GovernmentOne Institute Two HallsLandscape Park
Yangshuo County

Major tourist county, essence section of Li River

West StreetYulong RiverTen-Mile Gallery
Lingchuan County

North gate of Guilin, location of Qingshi Lake

Daxu Ancient TownGudong WaterfallQingshi Lake
Quanzhou County

North gate of Guilin, historical and cultural city

Xiangshan TempleTianhu LakeSanjiangkou
Xing'an County

Location of Lingqu Canal, birthplace of Xiang-Li culture

Lingqu CanalMao'er MountainMerryland
Yongfu County

Hometown of longevity, destination of fortune and longevity culture

Jinzhong MountainYongning Zhou CityHometown of Monk Fruit
Guanyang County

Ecological agricultural county, hometown of Yao ethnic culture

QianjiadongWenshi Stone ForestGuanyang Snow Pear
Longsheng Various Nationalities Autonomous County

Ethnic customs county, kingdom of terraced fields

Longji Rice TerracesHot SpringYao Ethnic Customs
Ziyuan County

Danxia landform county, destination of Zijiang River rafting

Bajiao Stockaded VillageZijiang River RaftingBaoding Waterfall
Pingle County

Pearl of Gui River, hometown of boatman culture

Rongjin Ancient TownGui RiverShazi Ancient Town
Lipu City

Hometown of Lipu taro, famous light industrial city

Silver CaveFengyu CaveLipu Taro
Gongcheng Yao Autonomous County

Yao ethnic culture county, hometown of persimmon

Civil and Military TempleHongyan VillagePersimmon Festival

Guilin City 4 Days 3 Nights In-Depth Tour of World-Famous Scenery

Cruise the Li River gallery, stroll Yangshuo West Street, view Longji Rice Terraces

Trip Duration
4 days 3 nights
Main Destinations
Li River, Yangshuo West Street, Longji Rice Terraces, Solitary Beauty Peak
Suitable For
Nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, cultural explorers, food experience seekers
Estimated Budget per Person
¥1200-¥2500
01
City Introduction
Solitary Beauty Peak + Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Trip Highlights

Arrive in Guilin, visit Solitary Beauty Peak scenic area, experience the Two Rivers and Four Lakes night cruise in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Solitary Beauty Peak
A solitary peak in downtown Guilin, offering panoramic views of the entire city from the top, known as the "Southern Sky Pillar".
Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Guilin's urban water system ring tour, dazzling with lights at night, offering boat rides to appreciate Guilin's night scenery.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels in Xiufeng District
  • Homestays around Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Food Recommendations
  • Guilin Rice Noodles
  • Beer Fish
  • Lipu Taro
  • Gongcheng Oil Tea
Travel Tips
  • Two Rivers and Four Lakes night view is more beautiful
  • Bring camera for night photography
  • Book boat tickets in advance
02
Essence of Li River
Li River Bamboo Raft + Yangshuo West Street
Trip Highlights

Take bamboo raft to cruise the essence section of Li River in the morning, arrive in Yangshuo in the afternoon, stroll West Street in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Li River Bamboo Raft
Essence section from Yangdi to Xingping, enjoy famous attractions like Nine Horses Fresco Hill, Yellow Cloth Reflection along the way.
Yangshuo West Street
The oldest street in Yangshuo, blending Chinese and Western cultures, bustling at night with bars, restaurants, and shops.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Buses available from Guilin to Yangshuo
  • Bamboo raft booking required in advance
Ticket Information
  • Li River Bamboo Raft: ¥150
  • West Street: Free
Special Experiences
  • Experience bamboo rafting
  • West Street bar culture
  • Taste beer fish
03
Wonder of Terraces
Longji Rice Terraces In-Depth Tour
Trip Highlights

Visit Longji Rice Terraces all day, experience Zhuang and Yao ethnic folk culture, appreciate magnificent scenery of terraced fields.

Attraction Arrangement
Longji Rice Terraces
A wonder of world farming civilization, terraces wind from the foot to the top of mountains like chains, magnificent and imposing.
Huangluo Yao Village
Yao ethnic village at the foot of Longji Rice Terraces, famous for long-hair performances and Yao ethnic customs.
Practical Information
Food Experience
  • Bamboo Rice
  • Longji Native Chicken
  • Yao Family Oil Tea
  • Cured Meat
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Homestays with terrace view
  • Yao village characteristic inns
Cultural Experience
  • Watch long-hair performance
  • Experience Yao ethnic costume
  • Learn to make oil tea
04
Cultural Exploration
Jingjiang Prince City + Return Trip
Trip Highlights

Visit Jingjiang Prince City in the morning to learn about Guilin's history and culture, purchase specialties and souvenirs in the afternoon before returning.

Attraction Arrangement
Jingjiang Prince City
Site of the Ming Dynasty Jingjiang Prince's Mansion, well-preserved Ming Dynasty architectural complex, an important witness to Guilin's history and culture.
Zhengyang Pedestrian Street
Guilin's bustling commercial street, where you can buy local specialties and souvenirs, experience the local commercial atmosphere.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • Reserve 3 hours to go to airport/station
  • Specialties can be mailed
Special Experiences
  • Experience Prince's Mansion culture
  • Taste Guilin's Three Delicacies
  • Purchase Li River paintings
Budget Reference
  • Specialties souvenirs ¥200-¥500
  • City transportation about ¥80

Must-Try Foods in Guilin City

Guilin Rice Noodles

Guilin's most representative food, noodles are smooth and slippery, the brine is fragrant and rich, toppings are plentiful, the first choice for Guilin people's breakfast.

Beer Fish

Yangshuo specialty dish, made with Li River fresh fish cooked with beer, tender and flavorful, unique taste.

Lipu Taro

Guilin specialty, taro is powdery, sweet and fragrant, can be made into various dishes like braised pork, pastries, etc.

Gongcheng Oil Tea

Traditional Yao ethnic beverage, made by pounding tea leaves, ginger, garlic, etc., refreshing and stimulating, unique flavor.

Guilin City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • April-October: Pleasant climate
  • September-October: Longji Rice Terraces turn golden
  • Avoid high temperature and rain in July-August
Must-Experience Activities
  • Li River bamboo rafting to admire landscape
  • Bar hopping on Yangshuo West Street
  • Watch sunrise at Longji Rice Terraces
  • Ascend Solitary Beauty Peak for distant view
  • Taste authentic Guilin Rice Noodles
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Li River ¥150 + Longji ¥100 ≈ ¥250
  • Accommodation: ¥400-¥1000/night
  • Dining: ¥200-¥400/day
  • Transportation: about ¥150
  • Total: ¥1200-¥2500
Common Questions
  • How is Guilin's weather? → Subtropical monsoon climate, abundant rainfall
  • Need to climb mountains? → Longji Rice Terraces require hiking, other attractions are relatively flat
  • Suitable for children? → Li River bamboo rafting and zoos are popular with children
  • Convenient transportation? → Attractions are scattered, recommended to charter a car or join one-day tours