Reed Flute Cave

桂林芦笛岩景区

Guangxi, Guilin·25.2674°N, 110.2896°E

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)

Duration

2-3 hours

About Reed Flute Cave

A celebrated karst cave in Guilin illuminated by colorful lights that bring its stalactites, stalagmites and stone pillars to life. Its Crystal Palace chamber was a filming location for the classic TV series Journey to the West.

Highlights

• Karst cave with colorful lighting on stalactites, stalagmites and stone pillars. • The Crystal Palace chamber; a filming site of the 1986 TV version of 'Journey to the West'. • Cliff inscriptions from the Tang to modern times.

Suggested Route

Enter the cave at the foot of Guangming Hill → walk the 240 m lit loop → Fountain Lake; allow about 1 h.

Food & Lodging

City-center Guilin dining is about 15 minutes away; local snacks available at the entrance.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, guided tours and a gift shop.

Travel Tips

Wear layers as mountain weather can change quickly. Photography is best in golden hour.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (April-May) and Autumn (September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.