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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Xiangxi Prefecture [2025]
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Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park
4.6
/5
38833 reviews
9.5
From AU$ 60.31
Based on 1,371 reviews
Tianmenshan Cableway/Tianmen Mountain National Forest Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0744-8366666
Address: Tianmenshan National Forest Park, Tianmenshan Cableway, Dayong Road, Yongding District, Zhangjiajie City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Glass Walkway with a panoramic view of the valley
197 ft glass walkway on cliffside
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Perhaps the most spectacular thing about Tianmen Mountain is its transportation. The mountain elevator and cableway are very impressive, and the scenery is okay. The glass plank road is too cheap to walk on. I finished it before I was ready. It was a bummer. I took Route B, and the downhill transportation capacity was too slow, which seriously affected the experience. It would be better if more hiking up and down the mountain could be added.
Tianmen Mountain is definitely worth a visit. It's very family-friendly, with free admission for those under 14 and a basic discount for those over 65. The aerial cableway is thrilling and the scenery is beautiful. The scenery on the mountain is really beautiful, worthy of being a 5A scenic spot. I bought the A cableway, and you can take the elevator down the mountain or experience the 999 steps, which is exciting. The scenery at the top of the mountain is really beautiful, shrouded in clouds and mist.
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Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
4.5
/5
29814 reviews
9.1
From AU$ 49.24
Based on 2,344 reviews
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park/Wulingyuan | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0744-5959888
Address: Wulingyuan District, Zhangjiajie City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
Watercolor views from Tianzi Mountain Viewing Platform
Avatar's stunning stone peaks
Saved by 5163 users18330 positive reviews
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A must-visit for a lifetime. The scenery in Zhangjiajie is breathtaking.
I'd heard rumors of some tourist chaos,
but this time, I didn't experience that at all.
I purchased my tickets and arrived at my scheduled time. Everything was organized and orderly.
The scenery was breathtaking, truly unique.
I also met many friendly foreign friends along the way.
Seeing the admiration in their eyes brought me great pride.
The ticket for Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is four days long. Remember to buy it in advance. After buying it, go to the WeChat applet to make an appointment to enter the park again. The East Gate B line is very busy, so make an appointment in advance. The scenery is very beautiful, like a fairyland on earth.
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Mount Fanjing
4.5
/5
15792 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 23.43
Based on 81 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 4009976999
Address: Fanjing Shan, Yinjiang, Tongren, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Climb 7660 ft peak & enjoy
A member of the UN-certified World Network of Biosphere Reserves
Saved by 669 users11594 positive reviews
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The hotel is very cost-effective and can store luggage for free. There is also free parking. The service attitude of the staff is also very good. The room is also very clean. Overall, it is recommended. The location is also very good. There are many snacks recommended around.
I bought my ticket for Fanjingshan around 2:00 PM. Upon arrival, I headed straight into the mountain. The bus ride took about 20 minutes, with no lines, to the cable car. The line took half an hour to arrive. I'd like to praise the customer service at Fanjingshan. The ladies in the queue were constantly engaging with visitors, playing rock-paper-scissors for bookmarks and singing for handbags. I joined in and even sang a bit of "Little Dimples" [grin]. The cable car was fast and steep, and the second half was thrilling, traversing through the mist. After getting off the cable car, the sky was gray and we immediately put on our raincoats and began the climb. My mom was incredibly impressive this time, rushing to the Mushroom Rock first, with my dad close behind. I was at the end with my two children, one complaining of dizziness and the other of nausea. For safety, I called a sedan chair to carry them up. We had reserved a reservation for the Golden Summit, but a sudden downpour caused a white mist to form in our breath. After waiting at the temple for half an hour, we finally gave up. I was about to descend the mountain at 5:30 when I noticed traffic was already starting to build. I'd already prepared myself mentally beforehand, braving the wind and rain, feeling hungry and cold, but I couldn't lose my composure and kept smiling. ☺️ It took about two hours to reach the cable car entrance. The staff prepared hot ginger soup, which was heartwarming [love]. There were also some interactive riddles with the ladies. Fanjing Mountain was definitely worth it. There are actually a lot of negative reviews online, and I almost gave up before coming. China is a country with a large population, so queues are inevitable. Be prepared and accept everything beforehand to have a good experience [rose]
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Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
4.2
/5
22301 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 23.87
Based on 179 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 4001538866
Address: Nangui Village, Xijiang Town, Leishan County, Southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Experience Miao gate wine ceremony
Sky-high views & enchanting nightscape
Saved by 858 users13208 positive reviews
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A visit to Qianhu Miao Village is a must. Tie-dyeing, batik, taking photos, eating and strolling... I guess that's how everyone does it! It's quite commercialized, but if it weren't, the service wouldn't be up to par! Hopefully, the ticket revenue will benefit the locals as well. Staying there, the B&B is in a great location, offering some quiet time.
I didn't listen. It's too commercialized. Walking from the tourist center to the ticket gate requires walking through a large commercial area. Then there's the long line for the transfer bus. The Dabeimen No. 1 Bridge Observation Deck and other places are incredibly crowded. Comparing the scenery of Qianhu Miao Village at night with that of the daytime, the scenery isn't quite as good as the photos online. Maybe I just don't have great taste, but I understand. I'll try my luck next time I visit a Dong village.
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Three Natural Bridges
4.6
/5
14570 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 33.63
Based on 176 reviews
Fairy Mountain Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4000235666
Address: Junction of Baiguo Township and Walnut Township, 20 km southeast of Wulong County, Chongqing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Sample Tujia cuisine in ethnic villages
Transformers 4 movie sets | Glass observation deck
Saved by 4113 users9165 positive reviews
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The place is worth visiting if you have more than 4 days in chongqing. It's beautiful hike and scenery. I just have comment about the company that handled the ticket. There was a misunderstanding with them since not all passengers with me on the trip had the same ticket and driver told us all we have to meet at a certain exit that i didn't have access to with my ticket. But it was resolved. I hope they communicate better with their drivers in terms of what each person's ticket info also a little consideration to non Chinese tourists would be great.
Both attractions are worth visiting, though the ground crack is a bit more impressive. There are free photo booths at both the Tiansheng Three Bridges and the ground crack. There's a free photo booth at the Tiansheng Three Bridges elevator. You're given a slip and one side of a keychain. At the end of the attraction, you can take another free photo and receive the other side of the keychain and a slip. At the exit, there's a photo booth where you can pick up photos. Free photos are small keychain photos, while larger photos are available for a fee (20 yuan for laminated ones and 30 yuan for shelled ones). You can either just print them for the keychain or pay for the larger ones. They'll print them out for you, and if you don't want them, they'll destroy them. It's up to you to choose whichever you like; there's no pressure. The seats on the bus were comfortable, but the lunch wasn't great, so I recommend bringing your own food.
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Longji Rice Terraces
4.5
/5
6368 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 17.36
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 1454 users3555 positive reviews
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The Longji Rice Terraces are a magnificent epic! Across the mountain ridges, a thousand-layered green belt winds and swirls like a giant dragon leaping, a scene of extraordinary grandeur. In spring, water reflects the sky, summer brings swaying wheat fields, autumn paints golden waves to the clouds, and winter hides in a blanket of silver, the four seasons transforming into a picturesque scene. The terraces, stacked like stairways ascending to heaven, embody the wisdom of the Zhuang ancestors and the ingenuity of coexisting with nature, a timeless masterpiece of humanity's interplay with the mountains and rivers. Walking among them feels like strolling through a gallery of heaven and earth, a breathtaking experience!
Es un poco difícil de llegar si ni te recomiendan el bus directo, como fue nuestro caso. Pero el paseo y las vistas son muy recomendables. La gente se acumula en las plataformas principales pero en los caminos hay poca gente, así que se puede disfrutar con tranquilidad.
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Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area
4.3
/5
12550 reviews
8.2
Based on 75 reviews
Enshi Grand Canyon/Luyuanping | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0718-8542333
Address: 湖北省恩施市恩施大峡谷风景区管理处恩施大峡谷游客中心
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Karst Museum: Rare 3D Lava Formations
488-meter cliff walkway suspended
Saved by 382 users6577 positive reviews
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It is the most scenic spot in Enshi. There are many transportation options, which are deliberately designed to charge a lot. The food around is also average. The road leading in is not wide and there is a lot of traffic at night.
The scenery is stunning. While visiting Qixingzhai, the mountains are all around, creating a changing scene with each step. A light drizzle fell, and the white clouds shrouding the mountains were stunning. Yunlong Ground Crack features four large waterfalls. Both Qixingzhai and Yunlong Ground Crack are refreshingly cool, making the visit very comfortable. Qixingzhai isn't actually very large, and each attraction can be reached in a leisurely 30-minute walk—not as strenuous as rumored. Yunlong Ground Crack is relatively flat, so a full day of exploring is not exhausting.
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Gaoguohe Drifting
4.6
/5
503 reviews
7.9
From AU$ 17.36
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0855-5729999
Address: Gaoguohe Scenic Area, Zhenyuan County, Southeast Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Challenge a thrilling 5 km rafting route
Navigate rapids and spray between towering peaks
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The VIP experience is truly different, with dedicated access and parking, as well as dedicated areas for showering, changing, and picking up items. The rafting experience in the park was also quite good, truly thrilling and fun. The key is to be mindful of proper safety precautions, but the overall experience was incredibly enjoyable. There were also meals provided afterward, so overall, it was excellent, except for the price.
The reviews online are mixed, but you have to experience it yourself to know how it works. I had a very good experience, and the service was excellent. Although I didn't capsize, the support for those who did was very timely.
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Fairy Mountain National Forest Park
4.5
/5
6154 reviews
7.9
From AU$ 10.85
Based on 118 reviews
Fairy Mountain Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4008023666
Address: Wulong County Fairy Mountain National Forest Park
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Forest (330K acres) | Bird & wildlife views
Horseback riding & skating programs
Saved by 1119 users4436 positive reviews
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The scenery is pleasant and the air is fresh. It is very suitable for relaxation or parent-child play. The prairie and the most beautiful highway are both good. The treetop walk and the Forest Eye attraction are most suitable for children.
The scenic area is so beautiful and large, but it was a shame it was raining!
There were a lot of secondary purchases within the area, and the shuttle bus lacked explanations. They even drove past the most beautiful highway, but they didn't even explain it!
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Zhaoxing Dong Village
4.4
/5
4051 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 16.92
Based on 79 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0855-6161216
Address: Zhaoxing Town, Liping County, Southeast Guizhou Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-2 days
Highlights:
Join traditional activities at Drum Tower
Dong festivals: Tian Kuang & Lusheng
Saved by 825 users2290 positive reviews
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It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well. It’s nice to walk around, and take photos very well.
The village is nice—not large and not overly commercialized. I tried tie-dyeing and batik, and I especially enjoyed the Xiage Village on the way to the Tang'an Rice Terraces. The terraces are beautiful, and the drinks are delicious. However, I personally thought the food was rather unsightly. Not only does there have to be an entrance fee to enter the village, but there's also an additional fee for the performances inside... It's quite expensive.
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