The 10 Best Free Things to do in Guilin, Guangxi

February 1, 2022 Velvet Champine

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

No.10 Wenming Road, Xiufeng District, Guilin 541001 China
Excellent
49%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 605 reviews

Riyue Shuangta Cultural Park

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

Xiaodong River, In the Front of Qixing Mountain, Qixing District, Guilin 541004 China
Excellent
28%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 29 reviews

Guilin Flower Bridge

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

Guilin 541906 China
Excellent
37%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
4%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 251 reviews

Xingping Town

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

Zhengyang Walking Street, Guilin China
Excellent
17%
Good
59%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 58 reviews

ShangShui MeiShiJie

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)

Shanhu North Road, Guilin China
Excellent
16%
Good
59%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 85 reviews

Guilin ZhengYang BuXingJie (ShanHu BeiLu)

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

Daxu Old Street, Guilin China
Excellent
38%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 128 reviews

Daxu Old Town

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

Yiren Road, Xiufeng District, Guilin 541000 China
Excellent
21%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
17%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 58 reviews

Guilin Central Square

8. Guilin Jiefang Bridge

Jiefang East Road, Qixing District, Guilin 541004 China
Excellent
20%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
38%
Poor
8%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 64 reviews

Guilin Jiefang Bridge

9. Ancient South Gate

Northern Shore of Rong Lake , Xiufeng District, Guilin 541001 China
Excellent
16%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
44%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 55 reviews

Ancient South Gate

10. GuiLinShi ZhengYang Lu BuXingJie

Zhengyang Road, Guilin China
Excellent
15%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
35%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 40 reviews

GuiLinShi ZhengYang Lu BuXingJie

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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