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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 20 Family-Friendly Attractions in Guilin [2025]
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Li River Cruise
4.4
/5
4566 reviews
8.2
19.8 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 521 users2367 positive reviews
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The seats on the cruise ship are Chinese-style, very high-end, with free snacks, and an oil tea experience activity in the middle of the journey. While enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Li River, you can taste monk fruit tea and go to the top floor to take photos. The four-hour trip was very enjoyable.
The scenery is amazing, but I don't know if it was because I booked too late or what, I couldn't book a meal-included ticket. I can only order a meal (set meal) separately from the boat ticket. The set meal starts at 200 yuan, and there is also a snack set meal (4 special snacks) for 100 yuan. In addition, for some reason, the seats assigned to us were all opposite to the direction of the boat's travel. I was dizzy.
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Guilin Romance Park
4.7
/5
3918 reviews
8.0
Based on 124 reviews
Songcheng Eternal Love Scenic Area | 58.7 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8880777
Address: Qianguqing Avenue, Yangshuo Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.6 of Best Things to Do in Guilin
Highlights:
Rich shows & family activities
Indoor air-conditioned secret paradise
Saved by 466 users3583 positive reviews
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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！
Guilin Eternal Love Scenic Area, located in Yangshuo County, Guilin, is worth your personal experience. The core highlight of the scenic area is the large-scale song and dance drama "Guilin Eternal Love", which uses a three-dimensional stage design that interweaves water, land and air to fully display Guilin's long history and local cultural characteristics in front of the audience. The whole performance is wonderful, allowing the audience to enjoy an audio-visual feast and give everyone a deeper understanding of Guilin.
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Peak Ruyi Junjing Ropeway
4.6
/5
1383 reviews
7.8
68.6 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8776628
Address: Peak Ruyi Scenic Spot, Gaotian Town, Yangshuo County, Guilin City (Xingtianle Resort to the right of lipu Direction, Tational Road 321)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.9 of Best Things to Do in Guilin
Saved by 1998 users1271 positive reviews
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It is composed of the natural karst landscape of "three peaks and two valleys" (Yuanbao Peak, Ruyi Peak, Necklace Peak, Caixi Valley, Baihua Valley) and creative landscapes such as cableway, Ruyi Yunding viewing platform, Ruyi cable bridge, forest walking trail, glass plank road, etc. You can overlook the unique karst peak forest landform of Yangshuo from a high altitude, walk through the forest, enjoy the landscape of Guilin, and experience the fun of walking in the forest!
Amazing views indeed but I must say it’s very tiring, going up the stairs then down the stairs and this carries on through the whole way through. I was with my mum who’s elderly, we took our time and paced ourselves and it took around 3.5hrs at least. the day was hot and cloudy at times.Overall it’s definitely worth visiting. if only there were escalators haha
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Guihai Qingyuan
4.5
/5
294 reviews
7.3
Yao Mountain/Guilin University Of Electronic Technology | 6.4 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8982226
Address: 广西壮族自治区桂林市七星区航天路22号信昌桂海晴岚
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.12 of Best Things to Do in Guilin
Highlights:
Surrounded by peaks & pine forest
Feed deer carrots & milk
Saved by 250 users257 positive reviews
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Guihai Qinglan in Little Switzerland is beautiful with sunny days, green mountains and clear waters, fresh air, and small animals. It is worth a visit. The disadvantage is that it is far from the city of Guilin and can only be reached by taxi.
The scenic spot is at the edge of the city, and it costs about 10 yuan to get there by Didi. It was originally a golf course. The ticket is 25 yuan. When the weather is good, with the big lawn, blue sky and white clouds, black swans, and lake reflections, it is a good place to relax. There are battery cars inside, 60 yuan per person, 5 stops per day, you can get on and off as you like, which is more cost-effective than renting a three-seater. Most people get off at the third stop. Take a photo with the black swan.
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Die Cai Hill
4.6
/5
3075 reviews
6.7
Based on 103 reviews
Downtown/Elephant Trunk Hill/Two Rivers And Four Lakes | 1.7 km from downtown
Phone 0773-2100660
Address: No. 2, Longzhu Road, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
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The price and the view are worth it. Unfortunately, I didn't see the sunset and night view due to the schedule, but the daytime view is not bad. I climbed both Xianhe Peak and Mingyue Peak. The difficulty is not high. The whole journey takes 1 and a half hours. The view at the top is still charming.
• The scenery of Fubo Mountain is really unforgettable. It stands on the bank of the Li River. The mountain is unique, and the cliff on the east wall facing the river is as steep as a knife, with the beautiful artistic conception of "Fubo Scenic Spot". Climbing to the top and looking far away, the Li River turns a gentle arc here, and the river water is as clear as a mirror, taking in the green peaks on both sides and the city buildings, like a natural landscape painting.
• At the turn of spring and summer, the turbulent river water rushes through Fubo Mountain, and the waves surge. After encountering the mountain blocking, the river water reverses and swirls. The momentum of the foothills stopping the waves is shocking; and in autumn and winter, the lake water becomes clear and green again, the lake is as calm as a mirror, and the reflections of the mountains and trees are picturesque, which is simply beautiful.
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Maoershan Mountain
4.5
/5
606 reviews
6.3
70.5 km from downtown
Phone 07736090323
Address: 广西壮族自治区桂林市兴安县华江乡高寨村
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
No.19 of Best Things to Do in Guilin
259 positive reviews
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Maoershan is definitely a treasure destination worth exploring in depth. As the first peak in South China (at altitude of 2141.5 meters), it not only has a shocking natural landscape, but also carries a rich historical and cultural connotation. The following three dimensions from highlight analysis, itinerary planning and practical reviews to help you fully understand the unique charm of Maoershan: 1. Core highlights: the perfect integration of natural wonders and humanistic heritage 1. The ultimate scenery of the southernmost part of China - sunrise in the sea of clouds: the sea of clouds is like a thousand horses, and the sunrise instantly penetrates the clouds, like a fairyland. Photographers can capture the "Buddha Light" spectacle. - Four seasons change: spring (4-6 month) rhododendron flowers are full of mountains, summer summer resorts (average temperature 18℃), autumn red leaves and clouds intertwined, winter haze crystal clear, snow in early 2025 has attracted a large number of tourists. - Source of the Lijiang River: The mountain top of the mountain wetland "Octagon Field" is the birthplace of the Lijiang River, Zijiang River and Lijiang River. The stream is clear and the vegetation is primitive. It is known as the "green reservoir". 2. Ecological secrets and rare species - biodiversity: 2,484 vascular plants in the protected area, including the Quaternary glacier relics Southern Hemlocks; 345 wildlife, such as the national level protection animal Cat Mountain scorpion (which has been reproduced from more than 200 to more than 2,100). - New species discovery: In 2025, the scientific research team found the opening arrow of Maoershan, further confirming its ecological value. 3. Red memory and historical imprint - Red Army Long March footprint: The old mountain boundary is the first alpine mountain that the Red Army has crossed after breaking through the Xiangjiang River. The Red Army pavilion and monument record this tragic history. - World War II relics: The bombing site of the US military aircraft in 1944 became a historical witness, and the wreckage is still in the virgin forest of Xianchouya. 4. Immersive outdoor experience - Hiking adventure: recommended "South China's top" ring line (about 5 hours), along the way through the Hemlock Forest, the cuckoo promenade, the end overlooks the panoramic view. - Water sports: stream tracing, paddle boarding projects in the Grand Canyon of the Lijiang River, camping and kayaking in the Chaoranpai scenic spot, suitable for families and teams.
Maoer Mountain is worthy of being the highest peak in South China. It is the source of many rivers and has a wide variety of flora and fauna. The remains of the Red Army crossing the Laoshanjie are also vivid. Climbing up and experiencing the hardships of the Red Army back then is well worth a visit.
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Long Jing River Driftage
4.6
/5
762 reviews
6.2
Based on 67 reviews
46.5 km from downtown
Phone 0773-8704888
Address: Dayuan Forest Farm, Yangshuo County, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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I think this is the most fun and exciting rafting in China. The distance is long, the time is long, the slope is steep, and the water is a bit cold. However, there are ginger tea and hot showers after getting off the boat, which made me feel better immediately. I have played it twice. It is not bad. I suggest that you play more sessions. It is best to go on the last night in Yangshuo when you stay in Xingping Ancient Town. This way, it is close to Yangshuo Railway Station.
Very fun and exciting. The water is very clean. The service is very good. The transportation is very convenient. It is next to the high-speed rail station. It is definitely worth coming. It is so exciting. You think it is almost over, and you will usher in the next drop point.
The service is very good, and the staff will always remind you of safety precautions
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Guilin Sunac Resort
4.7
/5
771 reviews
6.2
Sunac Resort Guilin/University Town | 24.9 km from downtown
Phone 4008959888
Address: 广西壮族自治区桂林市雁山区大雁路398号
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.9 of r fun & cool retreats in Guilin
Highlights:
3907-acre family-friendly play space
Guilin's stunning landscapes await
710 positive reviews
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There weren't many people, and the entrance time was fast. The dolphin show was wonderful, the mermaid show was also good, and the combined ticket was very convenient. After watching the underwater world, I went directly to Happy World. Surprisingly, there was no need to queue for the Ferris wheel here. Unfortunately, it was a traffic jam when I didn't drive on
It is worth recommending that the Water World is generally better to go in after 4 or 5 o'clock. The sun is too strong during the day, so I didn't go to the Sea World and Tribe World, but the Water World is more popular with children. The ticket price is not expensive, and there are many fun things inside.
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9
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Seven Star Crag
4.4
/5
406 reviews
5.7
Convention And Exhibition Center/Seven Star Park | 1.8 km from downtown
Phone 0773-5815050
Address: Ziyou Rd, Qixing Qu, Guilin Shi, Guangxi Zhuangzuzizhiqu, China, 541000
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Cave wonders spark children's imagination
Experience technological displays showcasing cave wonders inside
150 positive reviews
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Qixingyan Park is quite large. There is a natural karst cave inside, which is amazing. The camel red clouds are very spectacular. The goldfish in the pond swim around leisurely. There are also many monkeys in the scenic area, which are very interesting. You can interact with them. It is not far from the city.
Seven Star Park is located in the downtown area of Guilin, on the east bank of the Li River, with the Xiaodong River running through it. The park covers an area of about 600 acres and is named after the seven peaks in the park, which look like the Big Dipper falling to the ground. It is the largest comprehensive park in the downtown area of Guilin, with the most tourists and the longest history.
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Guilin Shi'ertan Drifting
4.2
/5
61 reviews
5.3
40.4 km from downtown
Phone 0773-5819577
Address: Guilin Twelve Beach Scenic Area, Big Throat, Wantian Township, Lingui District, Guilin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1.3-1.5 hours
No.14 of r fun & cool retreats in Guilin
Highlights:
Explore Waterfalls and Unique Rocks by Canyon Rafting
Share the natural scenery on a bamboo raft
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The rafting was good, but not too exciting. There were only two exciting sections. I recommend you to book tickets on Ctrip, which can save a lot. The site is 180, and Ctrip is 108! The rich can skip it! The water fight is still very exciting
Rafting on the Twelve Beaches in Guilin is an all-natural river. The river is relatively gentle. There is a rapids that is very fun. It is a continuous rapid. I have never seen it in Guilin, Huizhou, Qingyuan. Only in rafting on the Twelve Beaches, its rapids are really close It's exciting and fun, and it's suitable for children and families. It takes about an hour and a half and the scenery is first-rate.
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