Two Rivers & Four Lakes-Elephant Trunk Hill Tourism Area
桂林市两江四湖•象山景区
About Two Rivers & Four Lakes-Elephant Trunk Hill Tourism Area
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Food & Lodging
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Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.
📅 Best Time & Crowds
Best season: November to March (dry season, pleasant temperatures)
🏮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.
Location
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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Peak season (April-October): 7:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:00-17:00. Hours may vary by weather conditions.
In Guilin city center; Elephant Trunk Hill near Guilin Station (~3 km); ~30 km from airport.
Advance online reservation advised; night cruise ticketed.
Elephant Trunk Hill CNY 55 (≈ $7.6), Two Rivers Four Lakes Cruise CNY 190 (≈ $26)
Guilin City Xiangshan District Liangjiangsihu Scenic Area Wenchang Bridge Wharf, Xiangshanyuren Wharf, Riyuewan Wharf, Zhiyintai Wharf
桂林市象山区两江四湖景区文昌桥码头、象山渔人码头、日月湾码头、知音台码头
Guilin City Xiangshan District Liangjiangsihu Scenic Area Wenchang Bridge Wharf, Xiangshanyuren Wharf, Riyuewan Wharf, Zhiyintai Wharf
25.1490, 110.2953
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