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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Nanning [2025]
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Weizhou Island
4.4
/5
20054 reviews
9.1
From CLP 1325
Based on 304 reviews
Weizhou Island (North Leisure Area) | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607796016278
Address: No. 14, Xiashiluo Village, Zhuzhanliao Village Committee, Weizhou Town, Haicheng District, Beihai City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 days
Highlights:
Watch the stunning sunset from the sea cliffs
Jet skiing & diving available
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Weizhou Island, located in Beihai, Guangxi, boasts the Nanwan Crocodile Mountain, a national 5A-level scenic area. Facing Beihai Silver Beach, Weizhou Island covers approximately 25 square kilometers and has a 36-kilometer coastline. It is the largest island in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and China's largest and youngest volcanic island.
In recent years, tourism to Weizhou Island has become increasingly popular. However, opinions on the island are mixed. Many believe that not visiting Weizhou Island will be a regret, and even visiting will lead to regret. In my opinion, Weizhou Island is worth visiting. However, it's essential to do your research beforehand. I've summarized five things to keep in mind before your trip.
Although Weizhou Island isn't large, with a coastline of only 36 kilometers, it boasts a considerable number of scenic spots, mainly concentrated on the east, west, and south coasts. The west coast features attractions like Dripstone Screen, Crocodile Mountain Park, and Shiluokou Beach, excellent spots for watching the sunset over the sea. The east coast includes Wucai Beach, the East Coast Scenic Area, and the Catholic Church, offering the best vantage point for watching the sunrise. Nanwan Town is the island's most important commercial center, home to seafood markets, supermarkets, restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife with bars. The north coast features Shell Beach and the Wetland Park, less crowded with tourists.
If you're interested in water sports, I personally recommend sailing; for around 100 RMB, you can take a spin, and the sunset views are particularly stunning.
The price/performance ratio is not high. I spent a lot of money on the tickets and boat tickets, as well as the accommodation and seafood. The fresh seafood is much more expensive than that in Beihai. It's just that you can ride an electric bike around on the island, which is quite interesting. The island is not big and you can go around in a circle in 40 minutes. I like it very much with my children. I went to the sea but it was lonely. I found a very good accommodation. The seafood processing is also done by the owner of the B&B. I didn't make any mistakes. It's okay.
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Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
21099 reviews
9.0
From CLP 14570
Based on 210 reviews
Detian waterfall/Shuolong Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607713690199
Address: Detian Village, Shuolong Town, Daxin County, Chongzuo City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Highlights:
Cross-Border Shopping Experience on a Bamboo Raft
Listen to the music of the waterfall up close on a Jiehe bamboo raft.
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There's a reason why tourist attractions become tourist attractions. I recommend Chongzuo Detian Waterfall and Dongnayu Bay. The combined ticket is quite cost-effective and valid for two days. Remember to exchange the combined ticket for a paper boat ticket after visiting Dongnayu Bay. Also, I think the food at Detian Waterfall Scenic Area is better than restaurants near the scenic area; the prices are reasonable and the food is really good. I had a baguette sandwich (basically a baguette with meat filling) at the Sino-Vietnamese Style Street, which was surprisingly delicious. At the Sino-Vietnamese Cross-Border Street, at the restaurant at the top, I ordered Vietnamese pho and chicken, which were also really good. It had a proper kitchen, and the food had a nice wok hei (wok aroma). 👍 The "Tusi Yuping" food stall at Dongnayu Bay has many snacks; the cold noodles and cold skin noodles are quite good. I especially recommend the brown sugar ginger water, which is great for warming up and dispelling dampness after hiking. I bought several kilograms of brown sugar there; it's 15 yuan per kilogram. Families from Beihai, Guangxi, who were traveling with me also bought a lot as souvenirs; it was indeed very authentic. 👍
I chose to go during winter break, a season that locals ridiculed, so the low water level was to be expected. However, it's still worth seeing when the upstream releases water. The management and traffic at the scenic area were somewhat unsatisfactory; if you don't arrive very early, you could easily spend several hours in the parking lot, so be sure to go early to avoid peak hours.
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Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area
4.7
/5
22526 reviews
8.8
From CLP 22517
Based on 113 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608543516115
Address: Libo, Qiannan, Guizhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
223-foot tiered waterfall spectacular
Seven-arch stone bridge spans river
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Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Area is a well-known and beautiful scenic spot in Guizhou. It features the ancient and elegant Xiaoqikong Bridge, with water flowing gently through its arches, creating a graceful scene perfect for photos. Yuanyang Lake has shimmering green water and is suitable for boating, but it was closed due to recent rain. The Stone Forest offers a great hiking experience, passing 68 cascading waterfalls to reach Cuigu Waterfall, where children can play in the water. The scenery is also quite nice.
Whether you see the "Earth's Emerald" at Xiaoqikong Scenic Area in Libo depends on your luck 💚 We were lucky; the weather was perfect, and the original photos showed a beautiful turquoise color. A little editing made the colors even better! Check-in successful ✅ If the weather is bad or it's the rainy season, the photos might look like "human mung bean soup" 😂
But Tangtang and Tiantian didn't seem very interested in the emerald green pools and splashing waterfalls 🙃 What they were most looking forward to was the jungle zipline and stream tracing 💦
We started our hike from the Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge Station 🚏, passing Laya Waterfall, the 68-level cascade waterfall, and the Broken Bridge Waterfall. The entire 1.6-kilometer uphill trail took about 1.5 hours to reach the Shishang Forest Station 🚏. This part of the trail was very tiring for our legs, and there was no turning back ⛔
Fortunately, we managed to buy tickets for the World Heritage Exploration Village along the way 🎫, which gave Tangtang and Tiantian a boost of energy, and they persevered and finished the long "uphill trail" 👣👣
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Tongling Grand Canyon
4.4
/5
3826 reviews
7.8
From CLP 13113
Based on 33 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607766185005
Address: Jingxi, Baise, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Experience Zhuang culture & customs
Zhuang architecture & folk performances
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I had originally planned to go rafting in the Gulongshan Grand Canyon, but it was closed, so I had to climb the stairs in the Tongling Grand Canyon instead. The whole hike was surprisingly easier than I expected. As I stopped and walked, listening to the sound of the water and looking at the vast greenery, I relaxed. The only downside was that several areas were closed, so I couldn't fully experience it, which reduced the fun of the trip.
Guilin Chartered Car Review
I. Core Advantages: Contextually Adaptable to Landscape Tourism
1. Overcoming Topographical Challenges and Improving Travel Safety
Guilin boasts numerous karst landforms and winding mountain roads, such as the 36 continuous bends of the Longji Rice Terraces and the complex intersections of the Yangshuo Rural Road. Local drivers, with their extensive experience, can flexibly navigate challenging road conditions during rainy season and foggy weather, and can also proactively avoid construction sites. Compared to self-driving and relying on navigation systems that can fail, chartering a car significantly reduces the risks of mountain driving, especially for non-standard routes like those around the Longji Rice Terraces and the Yulong River.
2. Customized Service to Meet Diverse Needs
We can precisely tailor the car model and itinerary to suit each demographic: Families with children can choose a 7-seater commercial vehicle (such as the Buick GL8), some of which also include an onboard refrigerator for warming milk. Seniors can arrange for patient drivers to provide attentive services, such as assistance at the terraced viewing platform. Couples seeking photography opportunities can arrange for a driver to arrive at Xingping Wharf after 5:00 AM to capture the prime photo opportunity of the Li River's morning mist. Route adjustments are also supported in real time, allowing for last-minute detours due to a craving for snail noodles or extended rest periods for elderly individuals lacking energy.
3. Drivers double as guides, unlocking a deeper experience
High-quality chartered drivers are often Yangshuo natives. They are not only familiar with hidden gems like the reliable Yulong River bamboo rafting masters and the best viewing spots for rapeseed flowers on terraced fields, but also offer crowd-avoidance techniques and photography guidance. Some drivers can assist with booking tickets for popular attractions like the Li River bamboo rafting tour and the Eternal Love Romance tour, and even provide local food maps, addressing the difficulty of planning a trip.
4. Avoid the pitfalls of group tours and ensure a quality trip
Completely avoid the rushed, low-cost tour experience of traditional tours. No need for early gatherings, compressed stops at attractions, or forced shopping. For example, with a 5-day, 4-night itinerary, each driver is assigned a vehicle, allowing you to schedule your own departure time. Children can also choose to travel with you.
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Silver Cave
4.5
/5
6402 reviews
7.8
From CLP 8610
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607732387668
Address: Silver rock scenic spot,MaLing Town,Lipu County,Guilin
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Zhuang folk song performances regularly
Consistently pleasant 64-77°F inside
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Silver Cave is a massive karst cave filled with stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years by calcium carbonate deposition. Its grand scale and spectacular appearance are truly breathtaking. Nature's artistry, combined with various lighting effects, creates bizarre and fantastical formations, resembling mythical creatures from legends. Some are incredibly lifelike, while others require a bit of imagination—the more you think about it, the more real it becomes. It's definitely worth a visit. A full tour of the cave takes about an hour. The cave is uneven, dimly lit, and slippery, so extra care should be taken with elderly people and children. Free audio guides are available at the scenic area. Parking is readily available at the entrance.
Ruyi Peak is a truly worthwhile attraction. Visitors can ascend and descend the mountain by cable car. While the route is steep and steep, the stable cabs offer a thrilling experience, allowing you to experience the thrill of climbing over mountains and ridges. After ascending, hike to the highest point, Yunding, where you can admire the Yangshuo mountain scenery from different angles. Each step offers a new view, and the mountain scenery unfolds before your eyes like a vast ink painting of the vast landscape. Only from here can you overlook the magnificent and beautiful Yangshuo mountain landscape. Along the way, you'll cross a cable bridge between two peaks and a glass-walled plank walkway perched on the cliff face, offering a thrilling experience. The entire scenic area is clean and tidy, with gentle steps and easy access. There are small platforms along the way for resting and stopping, allowing for a leisurely 2-3 hours. The entire trek is comfortable and easy, suitable for both young and old.
Yinziyan Cave, a massive cave, is filled with stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years by calcium carbonate deposits. The vast scale of the cave is a true masterpiece of nature, and with the help of various lighting, it creates a myriad of strange and bizarre scenes, reminiscent of mythical beasts and legends. It's a truly worthwhile experience. The whole journey in the cave takes 1 hour. The cave is up and down, dark and slippery, so special care is needed when traveling with the elderly and children.
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Mingshi Rural
4.2
/5
1858 reviews
7.8
From CLP 14570
Based on 23 reviews
Mingshi Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607713755066
Address: Daxin, Chongzuo, Guangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Zhuang village & culinary experience
Rafting & mountain reflections
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To be honest, the scenery at Mingshi Pastoral Park is just average. I wouldn't recommend it to tourists from outside Guangxi Province. It's a long trip, so it's better to go to Yangshuo and take a bamboo raft to enjoy the Guilin landscape. This combined ticket only covers two-thirds of the bamboo raft trip (I feel ripped off; this wasn't mentioned in the online ticket information). A single ticket for the scenic area covers the entire trip. Once you disembark, it's just a small park, and that's it—you're out of the scenic area. Note: The auntie singing folk songs on the shore was genuine and her singing was beautiful; the boatman was simple and honest; the young lady on the bamboo raft was beautiful, kind, and provided excellent service. She even sang us folk songs by Liu Sanjie—her voice was sweet and melodious; kudos to them! Thank you! Detian Waterfall is spectacular and breathtaking; highly recommended! The scenic area isn't large, but the route is well-designed, with multiple viewing and photo opportunities along the way back. I suggest taking a bamboo raft to see the waterfall up close; I think the price is reasonable.
The scenery is amazing. It was very pleasant to take a bamboo raft tour on the Mingshi River. The tour guide was very enthusiastic and sang for us. The countryside and the fish scale dam were also very healing. We watched another performance on the way back.
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Dongnayuwan Scenic Area
4.4
/5
855 reviews
7.7
From CLP 10597
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8619978119399
Address: Anping Village, Leiping Town, Daxin County, Chongzuo City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Boat ride through water wonderland
Explore well-preserved Dongna village
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During my visit to Dongnayu Bay, it rained heavily, so we got soaked on the boat (I recommend bringing a raincoat in case of rain). The scenery on both sides wasn't very clear, but the guide on the boat provided excellent commentary, which deserves a thumbs up! 👍
The sea of flowers is truly stunning. Paired with the distant karst landscape and the blue sky and white clouds, it's a truly photogenic sight. It's definitely worth a visit. The only downside is that the boat ride after the heavy rain wasn't as enjoyable as it used to be.
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Bei Hai Silver Beach
4.4
/5
4542 reviews
7.7
Based on 473 reviews
Silver Beach (Silver Beach Bath&Beach Park) | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607793889691
Address: Function Island, No. 12, East Gate, Beihai Yintan Scenic Area, Yinhai District, Beihai City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
360° panoramic glass sea view
Soft white sands & water sports
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As soon as I stepped onto Beihai Silver Beach, the frosted-white sand captivated me. The sand was as fine as salt, warm and sweet, and felt as soft as cotton. The waves, swirling with snow-white foam, rolled in, and I couldn't wait to step into the water. The waves crashed against me, then quickly receded, as if the sea were whispering softly. Running along the waves, riding a beach scooter, the breeze whipping my hair back, my heart filled with a sense of soaring freedom.
In the afternoon, I searched the beach for tiny crabs; they were so agile that they could disappear into their holes without warning. As the sun set, the beach shimmered, like a dazzling work of art. Beihai Silver Beach is truly a place you won't want to leave.
Beihai trip, a date with the sea Recently I just came back from a trip to Beihai, I can't wait to share this unforgettable experience with you. Silver Beach is really amazing, worthy of the reputation of "the first beach in the world". The sand is as delicate as flour, stepping on it barefoot, and the soft touch comes from the soles of the feet, which is extremely pleasant. In the evening, the sunset is spilled on the beach, and the whole world is dyed warm orange, and the atmosphere is a blockbuster. Here, you can enjoy the sun beach and waves, relaxing. Qiaogang style street is full of fireworks, is a paradise for food lovers. As soon as you enter here, the aroma of various foods will come out. Vietnam rolls, crab noodles, roasted oysters...everything is mouth-watering. At night, the Qiaogang style street, neon lights flashing, lively, while eating food, while feeling this lively atmosphere, happiness is bursting. Weizhou Island is a highlight of the trip to the North Sea. As the largest dead volcano island in China, the island's scenery and unique volcanic geological landscape are amazing. The volcanic rocks in the Crocodile Mountain Volcano Park are strange and strange, as if they are carefully carved artworks by nature. The sea erosion landform of the dripping Danping is beautiful, and at sunset, the embers spill on the sea, sparkling, and beautiful. Beihai Old Street is full of historical charm, built in 1883, the street is a unique Chinese and Western combination of riding buildings, strolling in it, as if crossing back to the past, can feel the prosperity of Beihai once. Today, it is also a lively commercial street where you can enjoy the old buildings, taste local cuisine and buy special souvenirs. However, the North Sea has some minor drawbacks. For example, some attractions are more commercialized, like Qiaogang Style Street, although there are many foods, but some net red shops are not cost-effective. There is also the climate of the North Sea. The summer is long and hot. It belongs to the kind of hot and sultry. It is easy to sticky on the body. It is occasionally cold in winter, and there is no heating. The room is wet and cold. In addition, there are relatively many mosquitoes in the North Sea. You must take anti-mosquito measures to play. Overall, Beihai is a very worthwhile tourist attraction. There are beautiful sea views, rich cuisine and unique human landscape. If you also like the sea, yearning for a leisurely seaside life, then the North Sea will not let you down, pack your bags, come to a romantic encounter with the North Sea!
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Gulongshan Grand Canyon
4.4
/5
1053 reviews
7.5
From CLP 23842
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8607766180315
Address: Jingxi, Baise, Guangxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Glass walkway & canyon view
Spectacular & beautiful waterfalls
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Gulongshan Grand Canyon is all about rafting. There's the classic rafting with a guide, and the free-style rafting where you paddle yourself, which is more strenuous. It's not very thrilling; with a raincoat and shoe covers, you'll barely get wet. There's a mountain path to and from the rafting area; the way there are stone steps, and the way back is a wooden boardwalk. Those with mobility issues should be cautious.
The scenic spot was affected by the previous flood and was a bit messy. The ferry was indeed as described by netizens. It was tiring and the road conditions were not very good, but the rafting was really great and the experience was good. The paddling master was professional and enthusiastic. 👍🏻👍🏻
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Beihai Underwater World
4.5
/5
8079 reviews
7.4
From CLP 21987
Based on 35 reviews
Beihai Old Street/Golden Beach | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607792223888
Address: Beihai Seaside Park, No. 27, Chating Road, Haicheng District, Beihai City (opposite to Beizhu Nanzhu Palace, near Puduzhen Palace, about 300 meters from Shangri-La Hotel, Beihai).
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Mermaids & sharks underwater show
Sea lions' joyful theater show
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Stepping into the underwater tunnel, you'll feel like you're transported to a mysterious underwater kingdom, surrounded by vibrant corals, leisurely schools of fish, adorable seals, and graceful jellyfish—it's truly adorable! 🦈🐟📷 Staring into the eyes of a giant shark across the screen is a thrilling experience. The show is truly captivating, and the mermaids' graceful dance moves are captivating. It's a perfect spot for families and couples, highly recommended! 👍❤️
The environment is clean and the scenery is pleasant. It's informative and eye-opening. The diverse variety of marine life makes it a great place for those interested in learning more about marine animals. There are also several exciting marine animal shows. It's well worth a visit.
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