Xiangshan
Guilin
Popular places to visit
Elephant Trunk Hill
Explore an intriguing waterfront rock formation with a fascinating legend and then hike up the hill for panoramic views of Guilin.
Yangshuo Park
Relax local-style in this leafy urban park, where residents come to play cards in the shade, practice tai chi and enjoy the stunning city views from the hilltop pagoda.
Seven Star Park
Guilin’s largest park is encircled by mountains and dotted with historic artifacts. Hike through the green expanse and sightsee its many treasures.
Yulong River Scenic Area
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yulong River Scenic Area during your travels in Yangshuo. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Reed Flute Cave
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Reed Flute Cave during your travels in Guilin. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.
Lijiang Folk Customs Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Lijiang Folk Customs Garden, a lovely green space in Guilin. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.
Things to do
Yangshuo/Guilin: Full- or Half-Day Xianggong Hill Sunrise
Yangshuo Ruyi peak & round way cable car ticket
Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour
Li River Cruise Ticket Booking (E-ticket & Seat Reservation)
Li River Cruise + Yangshuo One Day Tour with Lunch
Private Tour: Guilin City Half Day Morning or Afternoon
Top hotels in Xiangshan
Riverside Inn Guilin Central
In good location. Really well updated traditional lodging. Would be happy to go there again. Very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2020
Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Guilin Elephant Trunk Hill Two Rivers and Four Lakes
Hotel is clean, staff is freindly. I like it very much. Thank you.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025
Guilin Bravo Hotel Grand Wing
Overall this is
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Guilin Xin Bin International Hotel
Despite having completed the reservation and payment, I was not allowed to enter the hotel due to being a foreigner. I have not yet received a refund.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2025
Stay at Guilin Downtown
Aroma Tea House
Amazing staff that would do anything to help and an unbeatable location. Rooms were incredible (and always somehow smelt terrific) and breakfast was not perfect but a good effort. Didn't give a perfect score because the WiFi was very hit and miss (more miss than hit), rooms sometimes got incredibly ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2020
Other neighbourhoods around Xiangshan
Qixing
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Qixing. You might want to make time for a stop at Wanda Plaza or Seven Star Park.
Xiufeng
Unique features of Xiufeng include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Shan Lake or Guilin Museum while you're exploring the area.
Guilin City Centre
Be sure to enjoy the river views and gardens while you're in Guilin City Centre, and make a trip to Guangxi Guilin National Forest Park if you have time to see some sights in the nearby area.
Yanshan District
While visiting Yanshan District, you might make a stop by sights like Lijiang Guanyan Scenic Area and South China Karst.
Diecai
Unique features of Diecai include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Reed Flute Cave or Wanda Plaza Diecai Guilin while you're exploring the area.
Liu Sanjie Scenic Area
You'll enjoy the mountain views and theatres in Liu Sanjie Scenic Area. You might want to make time for a stop at The Dream like Lijiang Theatre or South China Karst.
