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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Dao County [2025]
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Elephant Hill Scenic Area
4.4
/5
22806 reviews
8.5
Based on 1,296 reviews
Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes | >100 km from downtown
Address: No. 1 Binjiang Road, Xiangshan District, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Saved by 855 users8785 positive reviews
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Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area, this world natural heritage site in Guilin City, is known for its strange karst landscape and beautiful landscapes. Here, visitors can enjoy the ghostly Elephant Trunk Hill and the picturesque natural scenery around it, making people feel like they are in a fairyland.
The Elephant Trunk Hill is really worthy of its reputation! The shape of the elephant drinking water is amazing, and the texture of the rock is super textured when you look at it up close. The Li River surrounds the mountain, and when you take a bamboo raft past the Elephant Trunk Cave, the mountains and water complement each other like a poem and a painting. The view from the top of the mountain is wide, and you can overlook the scenery of the whole city. It is worth a visit to take photos~
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Two Rivers and Four Lakes
4.4
/5
15375 reviews
8.5
Based on 549 reviews
Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8980066
Address: Wenchang Bridge Wharf, Liangjiang Four Lakes Scenic Area, Xiangshan District, Guilin City, Liberation Bridge, Six Horses Wharf, Riyuewan Wharf, Zhiyintai Wharf
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Underwater aquarium between twin towers
Osprey fishing & Yao performances
Saved by 1013 users5199 positive reviews
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As night falls and the lights come on, the Sun and Moon Towers are illuminated, their graceful silhouettes reflected on the lake, creating a shimmering, dreamlike scene. At this moment, it's as if time has stood still, and all I want to do is quietly savor this beautiful and romantic moment. 💕 The boat lady was incredibly welcoming, the scenery was captivating, and the photos were absolutely stunning!!!
The environment is nice, but the tea is a bit hard to drink, it is sweet. The whole process took about 40 minutes but less than an hour. It feels great to sit on the boat at night and watch the night view on both sides with the wind blowing!
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Solitary Beauty Peak Prince City Scenic Area
4.8
/5
21350 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 21.59
Based on 57 reviews
Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes | >100 km from downtown
Address: No. 1 Wangcheng Road, Xiufeng District, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Hanfu exam simulation experience
Experience century-old mansion craftsmanship
Saved by 431 users16632 positive reviews
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The historical information is rich, the guide is humorous, and the experience is quite good, not as bad as online reviews suggest. I understand the value of the ticket price; these artifacts need to be maintained and staffed. There's an ice cream shop to the right of the main entrance, which is quite delicious, with a sweet osmanthus flavor. It's very close to East and West Alleys, and I recommend eating at Shanlili for delicious and affordable meals.
A classic scenic spot in Guilin, the mountain is not high, and it is nice to climb up to see the overall scenery of Guilin. It should be a privately developed attraction, and there is no preferential policy for tickets for soldiers.
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Longji Rice Terraces
4.5
/5
6222 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 17.27
Based on 955 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Pingxiang Village, Heping Township, Longsheng County, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Terrace views & cable car
Panoramic terraces view platform
Saved by 1397 users3472 positive reviews
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The magnificent dragon ridge terraces are picturesque and beautiful. It is like a colorful picture, which makes people linger. Every field is carefully carved and scattered, and stretches from the foot of the mountain to the top, like a dragon circling. Here, you can feel the magic and magnificence of nature, and you can also experience the beauty of the harmony between man and nature.
The owner's service attitude is very dedicated. We arrived at midnight for check-in, and the owner waited and came down to help with our luggage. When I woke up in the morning, the view outside the window was pleasant. The room was very clean and tidy. I wiped it again with a tissue and there was no dust at all. The breakfast tasted really good (the sour beans and rice noodles are highly recommended, they are delicious. I am from Guangdong and have a light taste). It was very rich, and the restaurant also faces the terraced rice fields. There are a few minor issues. The soundproofing in the room is not very good. The air conditioner makes a noise when it runs, and the air in the room is a bit stuffy and smelly. I recommend adding some aromatherapy to remove the odor.
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Li River Cruise
4.4
/5
4634 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 49.65
>100 km from downtown
Address: 广西壮族自治区桂林市灵川县磨盘山码头
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Saved by 564 users2411 positive reviews
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1. The overall scenery is invincible, there is nothing to pick. The main thing is not to go there in summer. You need to go to the top of the cruise ship to see all the good-looking scenery, and you will be sunburned in minutes, haha; 2. If financial conditions permit, it is strongly recommended to choose a four-star cruise ship. There are fewer people and the facilities are a level higher than those of the three-star cruise ship. The most important thing is that no one will compete with you for the position to take pictures of the scenery. When you are taking pictures on the top platform of the three-star cruise ship, there are only a few people on the top of the passing four-star cruise ship, which is very comfortable!
I highly recommend this three-star cruise. The overall service was excellent. Our reservation was rescheduled, and Ctrip quickly contacted us to arrange a hotel pickup. Our tour guide, Li, explained the local specialties of Yangshuo and Guilin, giving us a deeper understanding of the city. The scenery on the cruise was breathtaking, even from the cabin, even in the rain.
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Li River Scenic Area
4.6
/5
15975 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 43.17
Based on 743 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Lingchuan County, Guilin City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Karst landscape & World Heritage
Cruise & raft on Li River
Saved by 1287 users5261 positive reviews
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It was my first time taking a cruise and I felt it was a little expensive, but after getting on board, I saw the unparalleled scenery and the high-end mahogany seats inside the cruise ship. The misty scenery was so attractive that it left a deep impression on me. In addition, when I placed the order, I also ordered the meal with a try-it mentality, and the result exceeded my expectations. It was a very good lunch. Everyone can book tickets actively, it is definitely worth it 😍😍
The Lijiang River scenic area is famous for its unique natural scenery and deep cultural heritage. The landscapes in the scenic area are picturesque and refreshing. Here, you can take a bamboo raft down the current, enjoy the strange peaks and rocks on both sides of the Straits, and experience the wonderful journey of "Baili Lijiang River, Baili Gallery".
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Guilin Romance Park
4.7
/5
3943 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 53.96
Based on 124 reviews
Songcheng Eternal Love Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8880777
Address: Qianguqing Avenue, Yangshuo Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Interactive & tech shows experience
Guilin's epic dance & music show
Saved by 487 users3603 positive reviews
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It's good to bring children to play, and there are many activities arranged in the whole scenic area. However, there are a few projects that are not allowed for people under 1.4 meters. Also, don't book tickets through Ctrip. Not only are the prices high, but they also find scalpers, which is equivalent to subcontracting layers of seats. The seats arranged are at the edge, and the performance is very bad.
桂林千古情是由黄巧灵担任总编剧、总导演的众多旅游城市千古情大型演出中最精彩的，它采用声光电等多种高技术手段，充分展示了桂林美丽山水和人文情怀，演出现场光影扑朔，美轮美奂，场面宏大，气势非凡，载歌载舞，精彩不断。让你在观赏中对桂林有了更深更全的了解！
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Impression Liu Sanjie Theater in Yangshuo
4.4
/5
35 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 47.06
Impression of Liu Sanjie Scenic Spot | >100 km from downtown
Address: 桂林市阳朔县东街田园路1号
Highlights:
Choose higher-row seats to enjoy a panoramic view
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yangshuo mountains and waters during the performance
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Because of the water level of the Li River, the performance was changed. But it was my first time watching it, so I didn't know what was different. It started at 8 o'clock and ended around 9:10. I can only say it was okay. I personally think it was not as good as Guilin Eternal Love. Audiences left one after another before it ended. (Bring mosquito repellent spray and fans, it's stuffy and there are many mosquitoes outdoors at night)
"Impression of Liu Sanjie" is a large-scale Guilin landscape live performance. "Impression of Liu Sanjie" is the core project of China Lijiang Landscape Theater. It is the first "landscape live performance" in China and the first work in the Impression series of tour guide Zhang Yimou.
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Gaoyi Mountain Tourism Resort
4.5
/5
3345 reviews
8.0
From AU$ 20.51
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0735-2672866
Address: Gaoyiling Village, Qiaokou Town, Suxian District, Quzhou City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Danxia: landscapes, springs & caves
Via Ferrata & cliff swing thrills
Saved by 179 users2928 positive reviews
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Highly recommended, the scenery is beautiful, and the trip is worth it.
Beautiful scenery, and many attractions. A must-visit.
PS: It was crowded, and getting a taxi was not easy. Chenzhou's scenery is amazing, but the infrastructure needs improvement.
Highly recommended, the scenery is beautiful, and the trip is worth it.
Beautiful scenery, and many attractions. A must-visit.
PS: It was crowded, and getting a taxi was not easy. Chenzhou's scenery is amazing, but the infrastructure needs improvement.
Highly recommended, the scenery is beautiful, and the trip is worth it.
Beautiful scenery, and many attractions. A must-visit.
PS: It was crowded, and getting a taxi was not easy. Chenzhou's scenery is amazing, but the infrastructure needs improvement.
Gaoyiling is located in Suxian District, Chenzhou City. It is a popular check-in spot and a 4A scenic spot with beautiful scenery. The Danxia landform is quite unique. The giant lizards are very vivid, like lizards going out to sea. Gaoyiling is safe and the glass bridge is thrilling and fun. The whole scenic spot is maturely developed and not tiring to visit. The parking lot is large. There are discounts for buying tickets on Ctrip, and redemption is convenient and fast.
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Mount Hengshan
4.4
/5
4943 reviews
8.0
From AU$ 23.75
Mount Heng Scenic Commercial Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0734-5673377
Address: Zhurong Feng, Nanyue, Hengyang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Ancient palace & wartime sanctuary
Clouds & sunrise viewing platform
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Climbing at night is cool and less crowded. You can take a motorbike or car to the summit, and it's only a few minutes' walk to Zhurong Peak.
One suggestion: could you write on a stone the altitude of Zhurong Peak, the main peak of Hengshan Mountain?
Hengshan is like sitting on the mountain, Huashan is like lying on the mountain, only like flying, Zhu birds spread their wings and hang fire. It is said that the other four mountain mountains in the five mountains are standing on the vast northern land, only this beautiful Nanyue alone is between the three Xiangsi waters in the south of the sky. From Hengyang back to the peak of Hengshan to the seventy-two peaks of Hengshan Mountain in Yuelu Mountain in Changsha, it is often regarded as the Zhuque incarnation of the south of the town of the four spirits of the sky. Xiangshui sent rain and fog to the south, Chuyun north left the wind and smoke back, the seventy-two peaks of Hengshan in the weekdays mostly appeared in front of the world in a sloppy attitude, and it was like the "smiling and proud river and lake" in the "sword in the piano, the sword in the piano" in the Hengshan school of the master of the master of the dragon. The tail is both elusive and awe-inspiring. Spring has a hundred flowers, autumn and moon, summer has a cool breeze and winter snow, and now it is the late part of the first month wrapped in silver, and the tops of the green pine and green mountains are also newly stained with a silvery white painting on the south sky Ruixue that fell shortly before. Compared with the smoky clouds and rain mists of the charming eyes, the smog in the winter is even more a copy of the Guanghan fairy palace in the mythical story to the world, which makes people feel that they have not yet arrived.
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