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Guilin travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Li River cruise, Guilin
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Common scams in Guilin

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Guilin, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Guilin — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Guilin

6 places worth your time in Guilin, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Guilin →

Top food to try in Guilin

6 dishes to eat in Guilin, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Guilin →

Traditions and customs in Guilin

5 customs and traditions in Guilin — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Guilin →

Getting around Guilin

How to travel around Guilin — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Guilin: transport and taxi apps →

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