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Top 10 Water fun & Cool Retreats in Shaoguan [2025]
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Xianmen Qixia Scenic Area
4.9
/5
4029 reviews
5.4
58.1 km from downtown
Phone +8607515461196
Address: Luoyang Town, Ruyuan Yao Autonomous County, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.4 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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The 319 Sky Ladder in Xianmen Qixia is like a giant dragon winding up to the sky. The 319 steps are 100 meters in vertical height. Every step requires courage and every step is a challenge to oneself.
It is a relatively niche attraction with convenient and fast transportation. The tour area is not large, but it has certain characteristics. The overall environment is still worth viewing. Some facilities are under maintenance, the service level is acceptable, there are fewer tourists, it is relatively quiet, and the cost performance is average.
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Danxiashan World Geopark
4.6
/5
7360 reviews
6.9
From PLN 25.35
Based on 11 reviews
26.6 km from downtown
Phone +8607516296988
Address: National Highway 106, Renhua County, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.1 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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Danxia Mountain's Love Valley is worth a visit, especially for couples, as it's filled with a romantic atmosphere and unique natural scenery. Here are some of its highlights:
- Romantic Name and Meaning: The name itself is appealing, symbolizing beautiful love, attracting many couples to check in and adding a touch of romance to the trip.
- Unique Natural Landscape: Love Valley is located in the heart of the Danxia Mountain Special Nature Reserve, nestled in a subtropical rainforest valley, where its pristine ecology is well preserved. Tall, lush trees, crisscrossed by small streams, and the humid valley are home to a variety of butterflies, such as the Jadeite and Green Swallowtail butterflies, creating a unique natural landscape.
- Love-Themed Elements: Danxia Mountain itself is known as the "Mountain of Love, the Mountain of Romance, and the Mountain of Marriage," and the scenic area is home to many love-themed elements. For example, the Mandarin Duck Tree outside Biechuan Temple, two trees intertwined with each other, their branches intertwined, resembling a couple. Visitors can tie a red string beneath the tree to pray for a long-lasting love. Furthermore, the red beans of Danxia Mountain are a symbol of pure love. Visitors can hand-pick beans and create DIY jewelry as tokens of love.
- Abundant Activities: Danxia Mountain frequently hosts love-related events, such as the Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine's Day) dating event. These activities include ice-breaking interactive games, matchmaking with the matchmaker, QR code matching, and staged confessions, providing a romantic platform for couples and singles.
Danxia Mountain is primarily comprised of the Changlao Peak Scenic Area and the Yangyuan Stone Scenic Area. A cable car ascends and descends the Changlao Peak, offering a short distance to the mountain's scenic spots, offering breathtaking views with each step. The Yangyuan Stone Scenic Area offers steps and slopes to various scenic spots, and those who are physically fit can try the Jiujiu Heavenly Ladder. Note: Tickets purchased one day in advance offer discounts.
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Yunmen Mountain
4.2
/5
2286 reviews
5.6
From PLN 30.41
27.9 km from downtown
Phone +8607515376666
Address: Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area, Ruyuan County, Shaoguan City (2 km ahead of Yunmen Temple)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.3 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
Highlights:
Spectacular 50-story waterfall from the clouds
Walk in the clouds on the Yunmen Mountain Glass Bridge
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The scenery on the mountain is beautiful and pleasant. There are cable cars, elevators, and waterfalls, which are convenient and increase the viewing value. It is not very tiring for the elderly to visit and sightsee. In addition, there are many entertainment activities, which are especially suitable for young people. It is a tourist destination worth recommending.
Natural Scenery
• Beautiful Scenery: Yunmen Mountain, with its rolling hills, lush vegetation, and fresh air, is like a natural oxygen bar. The Yunshang Waterfall, a majestic 168-meter drop, cascades down with a breathtaking aura, shrouded in mist and bathed in sunlight, creating a dazzling rainbow.
• Expansive Views: Climbing the Xiangyun Tower offers a panoramic view of the entire Yunmen Mountain Scenic Area, surrounded by rolling mountains and breathtaking scenery. Furthermore, the Sky Mirror attraction, with its mirrored design, perfectly reflects the sky and mountains, creating a dreamlike experience and perfect for photo ops.
• Diverse Entertainment Facilities: The scenic area features a variety of attractions, including a high-altitude glass bridge, a roller coaster, and an ocean park. The high-altitude glass bridge, over 300 meters long, offers a thrilling and fun experience, with a descent beneath your feet and a slight swaying motion. The roller coaster offers the thrill of speeding through the forest and drifting through curves.
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Maozifeng Tourist Attractions
4.0
/5
911 reviews
5.8
From PLN 25.35
77.9 km from downtown
Phone +8607513800927
Address: Nanxiong City, Shaoguan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.2 of Best Things to Do in Shaoguan
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Hat Peak Tourist Scenic Area is really a fairy place! You can see the beautiful scenery without running far away, the mountains and clear waters are beautiful like paintings, and the air is fresh enough to fill and sell money! Come here in summer to escape the heat, the shade of the tree is cool like a natural air conditioner, the mountains are full of golden ginkgo leaves in winter, and a shot is a blockbuster in the circle of friends! The mountain road here is very comfortable, and the elderly and children can easily stroll around. The food of the farmhouse is fragrant and the tongue is dropped, the local chicken river is fresh and fresh, and the price is real. The most amazing is the starry sky homestay. You can count the stars in bed at night, which is romantic! The staff is also enthusiastic, and someone will guide you at any time if you get lost. It's an hour's drive from the city, and it's just a weekend away. The price of the ticket is conscience, and it is not heavy for a whole day, which is much more comfortable than the crowded Internet celebrity attractions! The scenery in the four seasons takes turns to change the skin, the wild flowers are everywhere in spring, and the forests are stained in autumn. I don’t want to go at all~
Maozifeng is a place that is called a scenic spot, but it is more like a landscape painting that God casually threw in northern Guangdong. It is best to come here in autumn, when the ginkgo leaves turn yellow and the whole mountain road looks like it is sprinkled with gold foil, making a rustling sound when you step on it. City people carry long guns and short guns to take pictures, and grandpas and aunts can pose with silk scarves for half an hour, but if you walk deeper, the red brick house of the old forest farm dormitory is still there, and the paint-chip slogan board reads "Safe Production". Time seems to have been paused here.
The owner of the farmhouse in the mountain is honest. The bacon fried with dried bamboo shoots is oily, and the chicken soup is floating with a layer of golden oil. It's just that the mountain road makes people dizzy, and the car ride is like going around in a spin dryer. People who are carsick have to take pills in advance. The view from the observation deck halfway up the mountain is amazing. If you hurry up to see the sea of clouds, the white mist flows in the valley, like a boiling milk pot.
The funniest thing is the store in the scenic area. Mineral water is two yuan more expensive than in the city, but you can buy a big bag of grandma's homemade dried sweet potatoes for five yuan. You can chew them while taking the bus down the mountain. The sunlight shines through the car window and casts ginkgo leaf spots on your knees - this trip is worth the money.
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Guangdong Grand Canyon
4.6
/5
1638 reviews
4.7
From PLN 29.81
Based on 18 reviews
57.6 km from downtown
Phone +8607516831888
Address: Dabu Town, Ruyuan Yao Autonomous County, Shaoguan City, Guangdong Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2.5-4 hours
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🏞️ Guangdong Grand Canyon | Breaking into the cracks of the earth, this was definitely the most breathtaking hiking experience I've had in Guangdong!
If you think Guangdong is all about morning tea and cities, you've missed out! The Guangdong Grand Canyon in Ruyuan, Shaoguan is truly a treasure trove bestowed upon the province by nature—stunning, wild, pristine, and even possessing a touch of untamed beauty. It's definitely worth a special trip!
🌟 Highlights Why You'll Want to Visit?
1️⃣ The 100-meter waterfall! You'll hear the roar of water before you even enter the canyon. The waterfall next to the Sky Ladder plunges from the cliffs to the valley floor, showering you with mist. Rainbows are often visible in the sunlight! 🌈 No filters are needed for photos; the photos you take are stunning straight out of your phone.
2️⃣ The "high-altitude performances" will leave you stunned! High-wire walkers perform at designated times daily! Right in the canyon, real people are riding and walking high above the bottomless ravine. My palms were sweating and I was clapping my hands like crazy! 👏🏻 It was truly amazing! (⚠️Please note the show times.)
3️⃣ The hiking route is incredibly varied! You can choose to do the "easy mode" for half the route or the "full-length" route. I highly recommend taking the Tongtian Ladder (1,380 steps) down to the valley floor—it might be a bit shaky, but the scenery along the way, with streams, clear lakes, and unique rocks, feels like walking through a primeval jungle!
4️⃣ Few people, wild scenery, and no commercialization! There's no overdevelopment here, and no street vendors cluttering the streets. You'll hear the sounds of water, birdsong, and wind, not hawking hawkers. Perfect for those who want to escape the city for a while and truly love nature.
💡 Proven Tips
· Wear non-slip shoes! The valley floor is damp and the rocks are slippery.
· Bring plenty of water and dry food; there are few refueling points along the way. · After 3 PM, the light softens, making for the best photos!
· For those with average stamina, choose the "Easy Route," which takes about 2 hours, for a total of about 4 hours.
Honestly, I didn't expect Guangdong to harbor such incredible scenery—it's not exquisite beauty, but a sense of overwhelming power that splits the mountains and tears through the earth. If you enjoy hiking, nature, or even just want a place to soak up the air and relax, this is definitely worth putting on your bucket list!
📌 Address: Grand Canyon Town, Ruyuan Yao Autonomous County, Shaoguan
🎫 Admission: 65 yuan (excellent value)
🚗 Driving is recommended, as parking is convenient.
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This is a very hidden scenic spot. Because there are few people, it is very quiet. The valley bottom is very cool in summer. It is still a bit cool under the waterfall. There are three routes to walk in a circle. I recommend the scenic hiking route on the far left of the gate. Walk down to the valley bottom from the sky line, then play along the valley bottom, climb up the 1368 steps of the Tongtian Ladder, and return to the gate on a flat road. For those who like hiking, I highly recommend this scenic spot.
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Danxiafengyuan Hot Spring Resort
4.8
/5
57 reviews
4.7
From PLN 42.07
59 km from downtown
Phone +8607516288888
Address: Shaoguan City-Renhua County
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.1 of Hot Springs Attractions in Shaoguan
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The swimming lane is very good. Because I went there in winter, the water was cold. I didn't swim there, but it looked like it should be fun. The downside is that the hot spring bathing room is too dirty. The quality of the visitors is one reason, and the cleaning staff didn't handle it in time. I look forward to improvements and come again if I have the chance.
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