01Cultural Stop
Guangxi Museum of Nationalities
广西民族博物馆
All Ages
Admission
Free entry
Typical Visit
2-4 hours
Quick Facts
Ticket
Adult ticket is CNY 20; sightseeing bus tickets are sold separately by ride or section.
Hours
Daytime scenic-area operation; sightseeing bus and evening event hours can vary by season.
Transport
Qingxiushan Station (青秀山站), Line 3, for the West Gate
Duration
3-5 hours
Best Time
Spring for flowers; festival periods for lanterns
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Buy the main ticket before entering
Adult admission is CNY 20. The area is large, so choose a route instead of trying to cover every corner on foot.
Tip:A focused route keeps the visit enjoyable and avoids turning the day into a long park hike.
2
Use the West Gate for the easiest metro access
Take Metro Line 3 to Qingxiushan Station (青秀山站), then enter from the nearby West Gate.
Tip:This is the simplest public-transport option for most first-time visitors.
3
Follow a North Gate to West Gate route
Start with the shaded plant areas, continue to Guanyin Temple, Peach Blossom Island, Huanshan Xiuping, and Longxiang Tower, then exit toward the metro side.
Tip:This route gives you gardens, temple views, open lawns, and a city viewpoint without too much backtracking.
4
Use the sightseeing bus for longer sections
Tickets are bought by ride or section, and the bus saves a lot of walking inside the park. Pay attention to the final departure time if you stay for sunset.
Tip:The bus is most useful between spread-out scenic spots, especially in hot or humid weather.
5
Allow enough time for the tower and seasonal areas
Plan 3-5 hours for a relaxed visit. Spring flowers, festival lanterns, and the view from Longxiang Tower are the main reasons to stay longer.
Tip:If your time is limited, choose either the gardens and temple route or the tower view instead of rushing both.
Highlights
- One of Nanning's most useful green escapes, with hills, gardens, temples, and lake views in one scenic area.
- Longxiang Tower gives a broad view over the city and surrounding greenery.
- Spring flower seasons and festival lighting make the park more rewarding than a simple city park.
- The metro-linked West Gate makes Qingxiu Mountain easy to add to a first-time Nanning itinerary.
- The sightseeing bus helps visitors avoid turning the day into a long uphill walk.
Insider Tips
✦Do not plan to walk the entire scenic area unless you enjoy long park hikes.
✦Enter earlier in the day if you want gardens, temples, and the tower without rushing.
✦The park is very exposed in parts; bring water, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.
✦If your time is limited, focus on one route and leave by the West Gate for the easiest onward transport.
✦Pair it with Guangxi Museum of Nationalities if you want a full but still manageable day on this side of the city.
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