Guilin / Yangshuo · 兴坪 / 黄布倒影
At a glance
Free — no ticket needed
Xingping is the riverside town behind the scenery on the 20-yuan note. The town is free to walk; some viewing decks and docks charge a fee.
Hours & location (Trip.com)Last checked 6 Oct 2026 · How we verify
Step-by-step booking guide
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Get to Xingping
It's a short trip from Yangshuo town. Many visitors combine it with the Yangdi–Xingping bamboo raft or a bike ride.
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Find the 20-yuan viewpoint
The famous view is by the river near the town. Some viewing decks charge a small fee.
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Ignore entry touts
The town itself is free. Pay only for rafts, boats or paid decks you choose.
Key pitfalls
- Combine with Yangdi–Xingping raft or bike.
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Is Xingping free?
The town is free. Some docks and photo decks charge a fee.
Source: trip.com
Do I need a reservation?
No.
Source: trip.com
How do I combine it with the Li River?
Take the Yangdi–Xingping raft section, then walk around the town.
Source: trip.com
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Sources
- trip.comTrip.com attraction page (title verified, 6 Oct 2026): free entry, open year-round 24/7 · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- travelchinawith.meXingping section context · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- reddit.com2026 solo travel report covering multiple free walk-up cities · accessed 6 Oct 2026
- reddit.comBroad China attraction booking vs walk-up lessons · accessed 6 Oct 2026
Last checked 6 Oct 2026 · How we verify