City Emblem Xiangshan · Pearl of Li River
Xiangshan District of Guilin — the core area where urban landmarks and natural scenery blend together. This 2-day 1-night itinerary includes visiting Elephant Trunk Hill, exploring Nanxishan Mountain, and touring the Art Museum to experience the perfect combination of Guilin's urban landmarks, natural scenery, and cultural art.
2-Day 1-Night Urban Landmark Tour of Xiangshan District
City Emblem Viewing + Natural Scenery Tour + Art Experience, Feel the Diverse Charms of Xiangshan
All-day urban natural experience
- Best lighting at Elephant Trunk Hill in the morning
- Large crowds during cherry blossom season at Nanxishan
- Arrange photo time reasonably
- Hotels around the railway station
- Landscape homestays by the Li River
- Hotels along Zhongshan South Road
All-day cultural and art experience
- Take photos at Elephant Trunk Hill as a souvenir
- Enjoy flowers and rocks at Nanxishan
- Appreciate art at the Art Museum
- Shopping experience at the wholesale city
- Buy Guilin characteristic souvenirs
- Taste Guilin rice noodles
- Pay attention to scenic spot closing time
- Reserve sufficient time to go to the station
Must-Try Foods in Xiangshan District
Guilin Rice Noodles
Guilin's most representative specialty snack, with smooth rice noodles, fragrant brine, and rich ingredients, being a must-try to experience Guilin's authentic food culture.
Li River Beer Fish
A special dish of Guilin, made with fresh Li River fish cooked with beer, featuring tender fish meat, fragrant beer flavor, and unique taste.
Guilin Water Chestnut Cake
A traditional snack of Guilin, made with local specialty water chestnuts as the main raw material, with a refreshing taste and sweet but not cloying flavor.
Guilin Fermented Tofu
A special condiment of Guilin, made from high-quality soybeans through special fermentation process, with delicious taste, being an excellent product for cooking and seasoning meals.
- March-May: Cherry blossoms in full bloom at Nanxishan
- September-November: Clear autumn weather, suitable for traveling
- Summer: Rich water activities at Elephant Trunk Hill
- Winter: Mild climate, suitable for outdoor activities
- Best time to take photos at Elephant Trunk Hill is in the morning for optimal lighting
- Plan ahead for cherry blossom season at Nanxishan
- Check exhibition information at the Art Museum
- Bargaining is acceptable at the wholesale city
- Ticket required to enter Elephant Trunk Hill
- Ticket required for Nanxishan Park
- Art Museum is open for free
- Pay attention to opening hours of various attractions
- Xiangshan District is Guilin's transportation hub
- Bus routes cover major attractions
- Taxis and ride-hailing services are convenient
- Guilin Railway Station is located in the district