Yanshan of Mountains and Rivers · A Gathering of Culture and History
Yanshan District, Guilin — a suburban area in the southern part where natural scenery blends with cultural landscapes. This 2-day 1-night itinerary includes visiting the Lijiang Scenic Area, exploring Yanshan Garden, and experiencing Yuzi Paradise, allowing you to feel the perfect combination of Guilin's natural beauty, historical charm and modern art.
2-Day 1-Night Natural and Cultural Tour of Yanshan District
Landscape viewing + garden tour + art experience, feel the diverse charm of Yanshan
Full-day natural and cultural experience
- Pay attention to safety when visiting the Lijiang River
- It is recommended to hire a tour guide for Yanshan Garden
- Arrange visiting time reasonably
- Hotels around University Town
- Lijiang River View Homestays
- Characteristic Inns in Yanshan Town
Full-day art and ecological experience
- Lijiang River landscape viewing
- Yanshan Garden historical and cultural experience
- Yuzi Paradise art creation
- Botanical Garden ecological exploration
- Buy Guilin characteristic souvenirs
- Taste local characteristic food
- Pay attention to the closing time of each attraction
- Reserve sufficient time
Must-Try Food in Yanshan District
Guilin Rice Noodles
Guilin's most representative specialty snack, with smooth rice noodles, fragrant brine and rich ingredients, a must-try to experience Guilin's authentic food culture.
Lijiang Beer Fish
Made with fresh Lijiang River fish cooked with beer, the fish meat is tender, the beer is fragrant, with a unique flavor, a characteristic dish along the Lijiang River.
Yanshan Stuffed Tofu
A traditional food in Yanshan area, with tender tofu, delicious filling and unique production process, a local characteristic farm dish.
Lipu Taro with Braised Pork
A famous Guilin dish, made by steaming layers of specially produced Lipu taro and pork belly, the taro is soft and glutinous, the meat is crispy and rotten, fat but not greasy.
- April-June: Late spring and early summer, fresh mountains and rivers
- September-November: Clear autumn weather, suitable for outdoor activities
- Summer: Pay attention to heatstroke prevention and cooling
- Winter: Mild climate, fewer tourists
- Sunny days are best for visiting the Lijiang River
- Yanshan Garden is suitable for savoring slowly
- It is recommended to reserve sufficient time for Yuzi Paradise
- Arrange the itinerary reasonably to avoid rushing
- Ticket is required to enter Yanshan Garden
- Ticket is required to enter Yuzi Paradise
- Ticket is required to enter Guangxi Botanical Garden
- Pay attention to the opening hours of each attraction
- Yanshan District is located in the southern part of Guilin City
- You can take buses to reach various attractions
- Taxis and online car-hailing are convenient
- It is recommended to take a car between attractions