Yangshuo

阳朔|KarstRiverGuangxi

At a Glance

Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Mar-Nov for rafting, cycling, river views, caves, and outdoor shows; use clear mornings for viewpoints
Climate
Humid subtropical karst climate with hot summers, mild winters, rainy spring and early summer periods, and frequent mist around river viewpoints

Top Attractions

01City Guide

Yulong River

遇龙河

All Ages

Admission

Common two-person raft prices include CNY 320 per raft for Jinlong Bridge-Jiuxian and CNY 200 per raft for Shui’edi-Wanjing; use the live booking page for final route prices.

Typical Visit

2-4 hours including transfers

02City Guide

Shili Gallery

十里画廊

All Ages

Admission

The scenic corridor is free; stops such as the Grand Banyan Tree, Moon Hill, and Butterfly Spring charge separately.

Typical Visit

Half day; 3-5 hours for a relaxed ride

03Food District

Yangshuo West Street

阳朔西街

All Ages

Admission

Free entry; food, shops, bars, and nearby experiences cost separately.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours; longer for dinner or nightlife

04City Guide

Xingping Ancient Town

兴坪古镇

All Ages

Admission

Free entry to the old town; bamboo rafts, parking, ferries, sightseeing vehicles, and nearby sights charge separately.

Typical Visit

Half day; full day with Xianggong Mountain or river routes

05City Guide

Xianggong Mountain

相公山

All Ages

Admission

Common entrance ticket is CNY 60; transfers and day-tour products may charge transport separately.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours, plus transport time

06City Guide

Li River Scenic Area

漓江风景名胜区

All Ages

Admission

Guilin-Yangshuo cruise tickets commonly list CNY 215 for three-star adult seats and CNY 360 for four-star adult seats; Yangshuo-area rafts, transfers, and day tours are sold separately.

Typical Visit

Half day to full day depending on cruise, raft, and Xingping stops

07City Guide

Nine Horses Mountain

九马画山

All Ages

Admission

Viewing from public riverside areas can be free; Li River rafts, boats, ferries, sightseeing cars, and transfers are charged separately.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours if visited from Xingping

08City Guide

Silver Cave

银子岩

All Ages

Admission

Common adult entrance ticket is CNY 65; shuttle, transfer, and package products are charged separately.

Typical Visit

1-1.5 hours inside the cave; half day including transport

09City Guide

Impression Sanjie Liu

印象刘三姐

All Ages

Admission

Adult seats commonly start around CNY 268, with higher seat categories and transfer packages priced separately; child tickets commonly start around CNY 118.

Typical Visit

About 70 minutes for the show; allow 2-3 hours including entry and transport

10City Guide

Ruyi Peak Cableway Scenic Area

如意峰索道景区

All Ages

Admission

Adult packages including round-trip cableway and mountaintop projects commonly list around CNY 220-260; discounts and transfer products vary.

Typical Visit

2-3 hours, plus transport time

11City Guide

Moon Hill

月亮山

All Ages

Admission

Outside viewpoints are free; the ticketed climb is commonly around CNY 15 when open.

Typical Visit

20-60 minutes for outside viewing; longer if climbing

12City Guide

Fuli Bridge

富里桥

All Ages

Admission

Free bridge visit; bamboo rafts, parking, taxis, and hired transfers may cost extra.

Typical Visit

20-40 minutes on site, plus transport time

13City Guide

Grand Banyan Tree

大榕树

All Ages

Admission

Common entrance ticket is CNY 18-20; outside viewpoints around nearby roads and bridges can be free.

Typical Visit

20-45 minutes

14City Guide

Shiwai Taoyuan

世外桃源

All Ages

Admission

Common adult ticket is CNY 60 and usually includes the boat ride.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours, plus transport time

15City Guide

Guilin Romance Park

桂林千古情

All Ages

Admission

Main-show tickets vary by seat category and package; common online adult show tickets are often around CNY 260-300, with discounts and child rules varying by product.

Typical Visit

2-4 hours including park entry, smaller shows, and main performance

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