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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Xincheng [2025]
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Detian Transnational Waterfall Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
19439 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 8.62
Based on 209 reviews
Detian waterfall/Shuolong Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone 咨询：0771-3690199
Address: Detian Village, Shuolong Town, Daxin County, Chongzuo City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Perfect backdrop for photography enthusiasts
Raft ride & waterfall view
Saved by 1153 users15438 positive reviews
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The scenery is so beautiful, the photos taken are like paintings, the weather was also good that day, and I was told by a chartered car from Nanning that the whole way was filled with sugarcane and banana trees, and the mountains were shapes I had never seen before. The only thing that was a bit difficult was that the stairs were too high, and it might be a bit difficult for the elderly with poor legs and feet, especially young children.
Detian Transnational Waterfall, as the largest transnational waterfall in Asia, its magnificent landscape is shocking. The sound of the waterfall is thunderous, the water mist is filled, and the sun shines, forming a beautiful rainbow. Standing in front of the waterfall, you will be impressed by its grandeur, lamenting the magic of nature.
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Libo Xiao Qi Kong Scenic Area
4.7
/5
21303 reviews
8.9
From AU$ 36.70
Based on 113 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 咨询电话：0854-3516115(服务时间08:00-20:30)
Address: Libo, Qiannan, Guizhou, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
223-foot tiered waterfall spectacular
Seven-arch stone bridge spans river
Saved by 349 users15986 positive reviews
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The most famous Xiaoqikong Bridge, like a gentle old man, rests quietly on the emerald waters. Its bridge is gently entwined with verdant vines; the bridge and the swaying vines intertwine, telling stories long forgotten through the passage of time.
Laya Waterfall, like a majestic dragon, roars down from the mountains. Its mighty force, like a galloping horse, sends up layers of pure white mist that lingers in the air, bringing a refreshing coolness.
Like a dazzling pearl necklace, the 68 cascading waterfalls are staggered and arranged along the riverbed, each cascade possessing its own unique charm. A closer look reveals the gurgling water, gently reflected by the sunlight, transforming into a dazzling array of vibrant colors, a poetic and picturesque scene that is truly breathtaking. Quietly strolling along the waterside plank path, the nearby trees, like steadfast guardians, rooted in the gurgling water, clinging to the flowing stream, never leaving its path. Look! Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a shimmering golden velvet, creating dappled shadows that add a touch of mystery and allure to the forest.
How can you not love Xiaoqikong with such a view?!
I brought my kids here two years ago and couldn't forget it. This time, I drove here from Guangdong. Parking at the East Gate for five or six hours was only 25 yuan, which is completely acceptable.
The ticket is valid for seven consecutive days of admission, and the sightseeing bus is valid for two days. It's very user-friendly and a great value.
Although it's summer peak season, you can still enter if you arrive two or three hours before your reservation. I entered through the East Gate, but I'm not sure if the West Gate is the same.
To avoid the long lines at the West Gate, I entered and exited through the East Gate this time. Aside from a slightly steep section that's not very friendly for the elderly and children, entering through the East Gate is perfectly fine for younger people, but during the off-season, I still recommend entering through the West Gate for less hassle and effort.
Overall, this is a highly recommended attraction and completely worth the price.
If you have time, I recommend visiting the Daqikong Caves; it's also quite nice.
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Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village
4.2
/5
21800 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 23.75
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 848 users13130 positive reviews
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The house is a very old stilt house, and it really looks like an ancient Miao village. It's just that the commercial atmosphere is a bit too much, like a large-scale performance or filming site. The air is filled with the smoky smell of barbecue. If you don't want to take pictures and check in, there is really no need to go.
Amazing! As a foreigner who speaks minimum Chinese, it was very easy to get to the location (from Guiyang) and navigate around it because everything was clearly marked in English, and the location itself is absolutely stunning, one of my favorites in China. Highly recommended, a couple of hours enough if you're on a tight schedule, double that if you want to soak in the scenery, culture and traditions. Feels like you time travel into the past or are in a movie set!
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Qingxiu Mountain
4.7
/5
13734 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 3.89
Based on 241 reviews
International Exhibition Center/Wanxiang Mall | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0771-5828923
Address: No. 19, Qingshan Road, Qingxiu District, Nanning City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
View mountains & Yong River
Spring blooms & ancient wonders
Saved by 251 users8746 positive reviews
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This 5A-rated scenic spot, located right in the city center, is one of the most cost-effective and affordable in China. Its scenery is truly unique to southern China. With beautiful views and high levels of negative ions, it's perfect for a relaxing getaway, a workout, or a family outing! Highly recommended!
Qingxiu Mountain, the name is like a picture scroll, full of poetry. It is located in Nanning City, known as the city's green lung, not only beautiful natural scenery, but also rich in humanistic landscape. Here you can enjoy spectacular landscapes, breathe fresh air, experience the beauty of nature, and relax and enjoy your body and mind.
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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 1012 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 1396 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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