Guilin travel guide
Guilin Tourism | Guilin Guide
You're Going to Love Guilin
With a population of 649,352, Guilin is a must-see destination in Guangxi, China. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Guilin deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Guilin
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Guilin in July, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 33 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 390 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Guilin, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.
How to Get to Guilin
Plane
When flying to Guilin, you’ll arrive at Guilin (KWL), which is located 26 km from the city centre.
Train
Located 5 km from the city centre, Guilin Guilin North Railway Station is the busiest station in Guilin. Another popular train station is Guilin, located 2.6 km from the centre.
Airlines serving Guilin
Where to stay in Guilin
From 5-star hotels such as the Shangri-La Guilin to great affordable options like the Li River Resort, Guilin offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 193 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 356 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Guilin, with prices from AED 26 to AED 1,366 per night. Yangshuo is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Guilin are about 18% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Guilin
Most booked hotels in Guilin
Hiring a car in Guilin
Expect to pay AED 4.27 per litre in Guilin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 51.13 and AED 68.17.