Yangshuo Nightlife

Even if you don't go to those sound&light shows, the mountains by night are lightened, and it is a nice view, kind of scenic landscape with all those lights. No ticket fee, just walk around the city and enjoy.

At night there are sound & light shows outside Yangsguo. I didn't go to any as I don't like those kind of shows but you can easily book them at any hotel or travel agency.
It must be a good show with the magic background of the lighted mountains.

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It's an experience to all the family, by the beginning of the night, the small trip in a motor boat, flanked by a raft with cormorants at work.

Of course this small trip is performed for tourists, with the possible comfort and security in the boat, but it is something you shouldn't miss.

It is possible to book it in the streets, and don't forget the protection from mosquitoes.

The Alley Yangshuo Beer Bar & Restaurant is a western bar in Yangshuo with a great selection of imported beer (Duvel, Leffe, Stella, Erdinger...) a big flat screen TV and loads of European football to watch. Besides that it has great Beef Steaks, Pizza and Burgers and they do very nice promotions to make it all more than affordable. Great Terrace to sit and watch people, nice music and loads and loads of cocktails.

The only true riverside bar in town... right alongside the Li River with stunning views of the karst mountains and surrounding coutryside. Open every evening from about 6.30pm... sometimes earlier. Close enough from town to walk to, but far enough away so there are no people selling trinkets or souvenirs. A great place to relax in the evenings watching the local boats and fisherman float by. Fresh fruit frozen daiquiris are the speciality, along with great mojitos, imported red and white wines, sangrias, local and Australian ice cold beers and much more. Snacks available, or order from a nearby restaurant Rock'n Grill (best pizzas in town and good Chinese cuisine too). The location is actually Yangshuo Cooking School by day, then in the evenings transforms to a quiet, relaxing bar with great cocktails and generous servings.

Dress Code: Bring your swimmers, you can take a dip in the Li River whilst sipping on a cocktail.

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Yangshuo has much more to offer in the way of nightlife than in Guilin. West street is where it all happens with loads of restaurants, cafes and bars that double as clubs and discos. Loud music is played till the early hours so if you're sleeping near it all, it's best to take some ear plugs.

You should probably do this during the day, unless you carry a flashlight with you... the stairs are uneven and sometimes slick and narrow, and, with the impending precipice on either side at times, it's good to be able to see. However, for a decent view of the Yangshuo town and surrounding valley, you can walk up Man (or Lady) Hill. I'm not sure which one it is, but there's a building up top where you can play cards at the table, or just look out. At night you can see the lights from the "Impressions..." light, folk opera and fishing show... I don't know about the fishing show, but there may be fishermen who act in the performance... anyway, it's a nice spot to go to if you have light at night, or during the day to get above the fray.

It's not a long walk- you can do it in under an hour, easily, but it's all stairs.

There are three viewing levels, two located below the summit at a bi-level portico-like structure, and of course, at the top.

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Unbelievable. This production is right on the water. There are gorgeous lights and hundreds of preformers. I've never seen anything like it . The performers appear out of no where from across the lake. There are songs by minority children , dancing etc etc. There are 200 rafts with preformers on the water at once. Tickets are $30.00. Starts at 8PM . Bring deet and binoculars!!

July - Sept

Dress Code: casual