01City Guide
Qingxiu Mountain
青秀山
All Ages
Admission
Adult ticket is CNY 20; sightseeing bus tickets are sold separately by ride or section.
Typical Visit
3-5 hours
Quick Facts
Ticket
Usually CNY 98-128 depending on boat, cabin, and included services.
Hours
Evening sailings; exact departure times depend on the selected boat and date.
Transport
Use Chaoyang Square Station (朝阳广场站), Line 1/2, then continue toward Minsheng Tourism Pier by walking or short taxi ride.
Duration
About 1 hour on the boat; allow extra time for boarding
Best Time
Year-round; clear evenings are best
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Pair the cruise with Three Streets and Two Alleys
The easiest evening route is dinner or a walk in the old-city district, then continue to Minsheng Tourism Pier.
Tip:Keeping the evening route compact reduces taxi time and makes the cruise easier to fit after dinner.
2
Choose the sailing time and ticket type before you go
Most night cruises last around 1 hour. Tickets are usually CNY 98-128 depending on the boat, cabin, and included services.
Tip:Different tickets can mean different cabins, service levels, and performance inclusions.
3
Check the pier name carefully when booking
Do not rely only on the words Yong River night cruise; make sure the departure point matches your route.
Tip:Going to the wrong pier can make you miss the sailing.
4
Arrive 20-30 minutes early
Boarding, ticket checks, and pier access can take longer when there are many evening passengers.
Tip:This buffer is useful on weekends, holidays, and popular sailing times.
5
Treat special performances as a separate detail
If you want to see the iron flower performance, choose a sailing that clearly includes it and pay attention to the viewing position.
Tip:A standard night cruise ticket does not automatically guarantee that performance.
Highlights
- A low-effort way to see Nanning's riverside lights at night.
- The route fits naturally after Three Streets and Two Alleys or Minsheng Square.
- The cruise is short enough for an easy evening activity.
- River views give a different impression of Nanning from the daytime city streets.
- Some sailings add performances or themed services, but these depend on the specific ticket.
Insider Tips
✦Read the ticket details carefully: boat type, cabin, departure time, and included services can differ.
✦Do not assume every night cruise includes the iron flower performance.
✦Choose a later dinner or snack plan if your sailing overlaps normal mealtime.
✦Keep your evening route close to Minsheng Pier to avoid unnecessary taxi time.
✦After the cruise, continue with a short riverside walk or return to Three Streets and Two Alleys for food.
More Nanning Attractions
02Cultural Stop
Guangxi Museum of Nationalities
广西民族博物馆
All Ages
Admission
Free entry
Typical Visit
2-4 hours
03Food District
Three Streets and Two Alleys
三街两巷
All Ages
Admission
Free entry; individual museums, shops, and restaurants may have their own charges.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours; longer with food stops
04City Guide
Nanning Fantawild Asian Legend
南宁方特东盟神画
All Ages
Admission
Adult full-day ticket is CNY 299; child and senior tickets are usually CNY 199.
Typical Visit
Full day
05Food District
Yangmei Ancient Town
扬美古镇
All Ages
Admission
Admission is CNY 10; parking is usually around CNY 10 extra.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
06City Guide
Nanhu Park
南湖公园
All Ages
Admission
Free entry
Typical Visit
1-2 hours for a short lakeside route