West Street
West Street
3.9
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- DunstervilleHong Kong, China213 contributionsVery busy bustling area of central Yangshuo. Hoardes of people and loud music and bright lights bombarding your senses. Very gaudy and not entirely pleasant, especially the poor dog tied to a stage where a band of 7 people were singing deafening music to an empty club. It seems that all the bars are trying to compete with each other to see who could be the loudest. Have a look, especially if you haven't experienced this type of place before but I wouldn't hang around too long.Visited November 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten November 16, 2024
- ToC535Hong Kong, China132 contributionsExtremely good first-class experience colorful streets The variety of shops is overwhelming Snack shop, restaurant, haunted house, souvenir shop, etc. Everything Especially lively at night you can have a glass of wine You can also have dinner at the famous Master Beer Fish Restaurant Tourists of different ages always have their own places of interest And West Street occupies a very large area It takes a lot of time to finish the walk!Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 30, 2024
- TysonCat2018Hong Kong, China1,203 contributionsLocated in the center of Guilin Yanzhou, the busiest walking street. There are a variety of dishes here, most of which are local beer fish dishes, as well as international brands such as McDonald's, Starbucks, etc. There are many shops, there are national costumes for rent.Visited March 2025Traveled as a coupleWritten March 7, 2025
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ToC535
Hong Kong, China132 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Extremely good first-class experience
colorful streets
The variety of shops is overwhelming
Snack shop, restaurant, haunted house, souvenir shop, etc.
Everything
Especially lively at night
you can have a glass of wine
You can also have dinner at the famous Master Beer Fish Restaurant
Tourists of different ages always have their own places of interest
And West Street occupies a very large area
It takes a lot of time to finish the walk!
colorful streets
The variety of shops is overwhelming
Snack shop, restaurant, haunted house, souvenir shop, etc.
Everything
Especially lively at night
you can have a glass of wine
You can also have dinner at the famous Master Beer Fish Restaurant
Tourists of different ages always have their own places of interest
And West Street occupies a very large area
It takes a lot of time to finish the walk!

Written March 30, 2024
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Maria
Shanghai, China20 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
Don’t go unless you enjoy noise and crowds. The street is full of small shops selling overpriced touristy stuff - same as in every popular China tourism destination. Only head down here if you are targeting a particular restaurant
Written January 1, 2023
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JonasCN
Singapore, Singapore4,396 contributions
Dec 2019
West Street is a 1400 years old street developed in the 1980s. The locals termed it as a foreigner street as they are more locals than foreigners. This is so true. You will find mainly tourists and young adults especially at night. The area is highly commercialised. There are International cafes like KFC and Starbucks that are crowded. The other shops are mainly local eateries, restaurants (each claiming they are the authentic beer fish and one with endorsement photo of Singapore Prime Minister Lee), souvenirs and fashion. If you are not a big fan of shopping, you will finish the stretch within a hour. If you like shopping and eating it will probably take half a day. It is less crowded during the day but more vibrant at night. You will find the street lit with neon lights and road side stalls outside the street screaming of bargains to draw crowds.
But despite this unimpressive experience, it is still a must visit because it is the only shopping area where you can experience Yangshuo local culture there. So unfortunately it is an important focal point that cannot be missed to have a complete experience.
But despite this unimpressive experience, it is still a must visit because it is the only shopping area where you can experience Yangshuo local culture there. So unfortunately it is an important focal point that cannot be missed to have a complete experience.
Written April 18, 2020
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Dawei
World26 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
I was last here 23 years ago when the only tourists were young western backpackers taking a break from their china travels to relax, eat chocolate banana pancakes and drink real coffee. Very quiet and sleepy with few tourist shops. Now it is as many have said a somewhat tackly low end tourist trap. A once walk through is enough. The side streets do have some interesting shops and cafes but quite a few seem to have died due to COVID.
Written August 21, 2023
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ThaiCookingRocks
Changchun, China868 contributions
Dec 2021
It's hard to say good or bad in many respects because it is what you would expect for a pedestrian street that is a tourist attraction.
There are many similar shops that sell trinkets and food, which isn't that much different than other tourist spots but there are some gems here and there. This is not a must see, but it's a good way to kill some time if you want to wander and people watch.
One of the big perks is that it has a range of Western food options. A plethora of pizza places and craft pubs. So if you want something that isn't Chinese there are many options. The Starbucks and Watsons is helpful too!
If you get off the main street you will find more interesting shops and a tangle of interesting places.
We went when it was off-season and there were few people around. It might be overwhelming during the high season, but I can't speak to that, but this won't make or break your visit and there are certainly many more fun things to do before you land here, but if you want to stroll and be aimless its a good option.
There are many similar shops that sell trinkets and food, which isn't that much different than other tourist spots but there are some gems here and there. This is not a must see, but it's a good way to kill some time if you want to wander and people watch.
One of the big perks is that it has a range of Western food options. A plethora of pizza places and craft pubs. So if you want something that isn't Chinese there are many options. The Starbucks and Watsons is helpful too!
If you get off the main street you will find more interesting shops and a tangle of interesting places.
We went when it was off-season and there were few people around. It might be overwhelming during the high season, but I can't speak to that, but this won't make or break your visit and there are certainly many more fun things to do before you land here, but if you want to stroll and be aimless its a good option.
Written December 27, 2021
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Helzlar
Beijing, China14 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
If you are adverse to loud music, crowds and weird smells I would avoid West Street. If you aren't-- head on down. Plenty of street stalls selling anything from jewelry to portraits to food. Social distancing is not a thing here
Written August 5, 2020
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r l
Baltimore-Washington, DC318 contributions
Mar 2019
This was really the only disappointing part of our tour in China. After seeing a wonderful evening show on the Li river we headed for our restaurant on West Street. During the day, when we passed through it earlier, it seemed ok, but at night we were bombarded by huge crowds, noise and confusion. Though we felt safe, this was not at all what we expected to encounter and unless you are into loud music, bars, and gaudy tourism, I would stay away. We would happily visit China on a future occasion again, and liked other things we saw in Yangshuo, but West Street is definitely not one of them. Despite recommendations in guidebooks, I would skip this. There are many better things to do with your time in China.
Written February 1, 2020
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Daniel A
Beijing, China37,079 contributions
May 2023 • Family
There’s not much to see here. There are some shops all selling the same thing. The sidewalks are entirely too small and is not safe as cars and scooters go speeding by. I usually like night markets and street fairs and food, but this place has no charm or feel, just a gross street. Stay away especially if you have a family with small children.
Written August 18, 2023
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kewal d
Yokohama, Japan251 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
We went there on new years eve. The lighting, ambience, music.. everythingwas perfect. In general the street had lot of stores and was most happening place in Yangshuo. If not staying inside reserve, better to stay here.
Written February 18, 2020
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina70,626 contributions
Sep 2020
This is often referred to as "Foreigner's Street," but with COVID-19, the majority of sightseers are residents of China. The street was originally formed over 1,400 years ago. Lots of ancient buildings, although restored over the years. Especially fun with the evening crowds. Lots of restaurants and other eateries, and souvenir shops.
Written September 17, 2020
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Hi, I have a question for a local of China/Yangshuo.
I bought a silk dress (double layered) for my partner for 250 Yuan - about 55 New Zealand Dollars. Is that expensive? The seller originally wanted 470 and that was just ridiculous so I haggled down to 250.
No problem if I it is a waste of money as I've bought it now, but I'm just curious :)
Thanks!
Written April 7, 2019
Dear Adam,
CNY 250 is a reasonable prize. Of course it depends on the the size of the dress, the cut and the quality.
If you are in tourist places or are identified as tourists (non-Chinese, non-Chinese Talking) you can expect the price you get in the first instance is double what it’s worth.
So be sure, the seller has made some profit and you should be happy with your purchase as well. No matter what the ‚real worthy price‘ has been.
Written April 11, 2019
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