Location: Guilin
Top Things to do in Guilin
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Guilin, Guangxi
Fascinating limestone hills and towers lure tourists from China and around the world to this city of 630,000. Popular sights include 120-hectare Seven Star Park, Reed Flute Cave, 200-foot high Fubo Hill and the much-loved Elephant Trunk Hill. Guilin is very popular as a starting point for Li River cruises to Yangshuo and for visits to the nearby minority villages of Yao, Miao and Dong. April, May, September and October are the best months to visit, as they avoid the extremes of heat and rain.
Restaurants in Guilin
1. Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 605 reviews
Reviewed By JoelK382 - Vancouver, Canada
This is truly a strolling park with many tourists observing the sites. Many lighted statues, water features, walkways, bridges, etc.
2. Guilin Flower Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By 15richg
I visited the park in November and really enjoyed walking around and seeing the people engaged in day to day activities. There were people singing karaoke accompanied by musicians and singing groups. It was a very relaxing experience.
3. Xingping Town
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By mrbrentharris - Shenzhen, China
Visted via the Li river cruise. I highly recommed it. I wish I would have spent more time here. This is where the landcape pic on the back of the 20rmb is located...
4. ShangShui MeiShiJie
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Clubess1 - Lido Beach, United States
Off of the main drag of the ZhengYang Pedestrian Street, you will find a smaller lane of outdoor-ish restaurants with shared table seating, dishes you choose from open fish tanks, or wrapped in plastic, with glaring neon lights, all under a newly-installed ceiling, giving the feel of eating outdoors. There are a number of very well-priced and quirky restaurants and stores here. We were thrilled with our choice of restaurant and the meals we got. A short stroll away are the Sun and Moon Pagodas, as well as flea market-style tables of bargain items to buy and, of course, the busier and larger ZhengYang Lu.
5. Guilin ZhengYang BuXingJie (ShanHu BeiLu)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By 271perryw - Queensland, Australia
This is a wonderful colourful area of Guilin which is a must see. Full of music, bars, restaurants & other shops, all featuring the marvellous Chinese culture. Choose from many types of eating stalls or restaurants to sample the local delicacies. We visited here on two occasions and were amazed by the people around and the great atmosphere.
6. Daxu Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By deborahmattie - Ottawa, Canada
We arrived early in the morning before the crowds of tourists arrive and just as the locals were out doing their daily shopping, and setting up tables with food and craft items to sell. The narrow houses, shops & temple lined streets along the river were great for exploring and catching a glimpse of a way of life that is quickly disappearing. On our way back to town we stopped at a road side table and bought some delicious fresh strawberries.
7. Guilin Central Square
8. Guilin Jiefang Bridge
9. Ancient South Gate
10. GuiLinShi ZhengYang Lu BuXingJie
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By jonascn - Singapore, Singapore
Guilin Zhengyang shopping district is a popular local shopping area with a recognisable clock tower. Most of the shops are local shops and eateries. The few international shops are McDonalds, KFC and a H&M opposite the street. Nevertheless, this is a great local shopping not to be missed due to 2 reasons. First, there are many shops selling many varieties of handphone covers at very cheap prices of around 30 RMB. Good place to shop for trendy designs. It is also a great place to buy local fashion items like Feiyue shoes or Miniso or clothes. Designs are trendy and prices are affordable mid range (because there are also no high end international boutiques). If you like souvenirs, there are also shops like sell interesting USB gifts and stuffed toys. If you are not a shopping person, you can still visit the place for its ambiance. There are nice local eateries like hotpots and cafes. There is even night bars located at one corner near Sheraton Guilin and nice halal eateries by Uighurs. If you like adventure, there is an indoor stadium hidden among the buildings. They hold basketball local matches at night. You can feel local ambiance there. There is also a small outdoor performing area locals will gather and offer nostalgic kids electric tram vehicles for rent. Overall, it is a great place to chill for a few hours and a must visit in Guilin to experience local culture.
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