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Water fun & Cool Retreats
Top 10 Water fun & Cool Retreats in Shaoguan [2025]
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Xianmen Qixia Scenic Area
4.9
/5
4027 reviews
5.4
58.1 km from downtown
Phone +8607515461196
Address: Luoyang Town, Ruyuan Yao Autonomous County, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.4 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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The 319 Sky Ladder in Xianmen Qixia is like a giant dragon winding up to the sky. The 319 steps are 100 meters in vertical height. Every step requires courage and every step is a challenge to oneself.
It is a relatively niche attraction with convenient and fast transportation. The tour area is not large, but it has certain characteristics. The overall environment is still worth viewing. Some facilities are under maintenance, the service level is acceptable, there are fewer tourists, it is relatively quiet, and the cost performance is average.
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Danxiashan World Geopark
4.6
/5
7329 reviews
6.9
From AED 51.34
Based on 11 reviews
26.6 km from downtown
Phone +8607516296988
Address: National Highway 106, Renhua County, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.1 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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Facial recognition is convenient for entry, and tickets are valid for 48 hours. The cable car is also reasonably priced at 40 yuan one way and 60 yuan round trip. We spent two days there. It was a bit rainy on the first day, so we took the cable car up and down. On the second day, we took the cable car up and down to Shuangxi Terrace. Since we were hiking with our 4-year-old, we chose Shuangxi Terrace for the descent. The entire descent was stairs, so we didn't take the steep iron ladder. It wasn't my first time at Danxia Mountain, but it was still quite beautiful! If you've never been there before, it's worth spending two days there!
Danxia Mountain is truly breathtaking! A World Heritage Site, its red sandstone formations are a true masterpiece of nature!
In the morning, watch the sea of clouds roll in from the Sun Viewing Pavilion, and the red cliffs of Chibi looming in the distance, creating a fairyland-like experience!
A Jinjiang River cruise is a must-try. The peaks on both sides are reflected in the water, and the captain will tell you the legend of the Yang Yuan Stone and Yin Yuan Stone—it's so fascinating! If you're traveling with children, you can join the night firefly viewing tour. The entire forest glows green, reminiscent of a fairytale!
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Yun Men Mountain
4.2
/5
2274 reviews
5.6
From AED 15.36
27.9 km from downtown
Phone +8607515376666
Address: Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area, Ruyuan County, Shaoguan City (2 km ahead of Yunmen Temple)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.3 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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Spectacular 50-story waterfall from the clouds
Walk in the clouds on the Yunmen Mountain Glass Bridge
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The scenery on the mountain is beautiful and pleasant. There are cable cars, elevators, and waterfalls, which are convenient and increase the viewing value. It is not very tiring for the elderly to visit and sightsee. In addition, there are many entertainment activities, which are especially suitable for young people. It is a tourist destination worth recommending.
Natural Scenery
• Beautiful Scenery: Yunmen Mountain, with its rolling hills, lush vegetation, and fresh air, is like a natural oxygen bar. The Yunshang Waterfall, a majestic 168-meter drop, cascades down with a breathtaking aura, shrouded in mist and bathed in sunlight, creating a dazzling rainbow.
• Expansive Views: Climbing the Xiangyun Tower offers a panoramic view of the entire Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area, surrounded by rolling mountains and breathtaking scenery. Furthermore, the Sky Mirror attraction, with its mirrored design, perfectly reflects the sky and mountains, creating a dreamlike experience and perfect for photo ops.
• Diverse Entertainment Facilities: The scenic area features a variety of attractions, including a high-altitude glass bridge, a roller coaster, and an ocean park. The high-altitude glass bridge, over 300 meters long, offers a thrilling and fun experience, with a descent beneath your feet and a slight swaying motion. The roller coaster offers the thrill of speeding through the forest and drifting through curves.
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Guangdong Grand Canyon
4.6
/5
1633 reviews
4.8
From AED 28.24
57.6 km from downtown
Phone +8607516831888
Address: Dabu Town, Ruyuan Yao Autonomous County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.4-0.5 day
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This is a very hidden scenic spot. Because there are few people, it is very quiet. The valley bottom is very cool in summer. It is still a bit cool under the waterfall. There are three routes to walk in a circle. I recommend the scenic hiking route on the far left of the gate. Walk down to the valley bottom from the sky line, then play along the valley bottom, climb up the 1368 steps of the Tongtian Ladder, and return to the gate on a flat road. For those who like hiking, I highly recommend this scenic spot.
It is very cost-effective to buy a double ticket from Ctrip. There are not many people during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. The Tenglong Waterfall is majestic and spectacular. There is also a tightrope acrobatics show in the scenic area, which is relatively short, so there is no need to wait. The road down to the bottom of the valley is steep and dangerous, but you can appreciate the waterfall up close, which is worth it. When you reach the bottom of the valley, you have to go up and down for a while, which is very tiring. Don't step on the stones as they are very slippery. When you reach the hydropower station, you can climb the stairs back to the entrance. The stairs are very long.
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Danxiafengyuan Hot Spring Resort
4.8
/5
57 reviews
4.7
From AED 52.89
59 km from downtown
Phone +8607516288888
Address: Shaoguan City-Renhua County
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.1 of Hot Springs Attractions in Shaoguan
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The swimming lane is very good. Because I went there in winter, the water was cold. I didn't swim there, but it looked like it should be fun. The downside is that the hot spring bathing room is too dirty. The quality of the visitors is one reason, and the cleaning staff didn't handle it in time. I look forward to improvements and come again if I have the chance.
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