Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in South Central China February 2026 | Expedia.ca [South Central China Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Central-China.dx6210115)[Hotels in South Central China](https://expedia.ca/South-Central-China-Hotels.d6210115.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to South Central China](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Central-China.d6210115.Travel-Guide-Flights)[South Central China Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Central-China.d6210115.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Central China Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/South-Central-China.d6210115.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in South Central China ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit South Central China Types of activities Where to stay [South Central China travel guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Central-China.dx6210115) ![Spring to the poetically Liriver, the feeling when boating on the Liriver is very great, especially in Spring season with mists and fog swirled, the Liriver looks like a fairyland, also for us just like stepping into a beautiful Chinese painting:)) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084974/cdfcf1b2-3c0a-4a75-826f-0cbb68289203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spring to the poetically Liriver, the feeling when boating on the Liriver is very great, especially in Spring season with mists and fog swirled, the Liriver looks like a fairyland, also for us just like stepping into a beautiful Chinese painting:)) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084974/cdfcf1b2-3c0a-4a75-826f-0cbb68289203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden Whip Brook, Zhiangjiajie, China 金鞭溪 (中国) #zhangjiajie #china #travel #landscape #hiking #trekking #nature #nationalpark ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140658/bad40eee-bef3-4ad2-83cf-b0cabadc78c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The river with its backdrop of karst mountains is perfect in Yangshuo. Take the bamboo boats rather than the big cruise boats to get a better feel for life on the river. I saw another Trover had pretty much the identical bamboo canoe and mountain view. Yangshuo is picturesque and you should go see the sound and light show created by the man who did the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony. #river #mountains http://yangshuo-insider.com/liu-san-jie-light-show-in-yangshuo/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084974/b1e17293-d487-4b81-b661-398003f08392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dragon Cave entrance, Yangshuo, China.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084974/cffc539c-618d-4d49-ae23-52abb6cbacdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## South Central China Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that South Central China has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6210115) ## Recommended things to do in South Central China | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Changsha Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveller 1 Bag)](/things-to-do/changsha-huanghua-airport-same-day-luggage-service.a566028.activity-details): CA $48 | | Top 5 things to do | [Changsha Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveller 1 Bag)](/things-to-do/changsha-huanghua-airport-same-day-luggage-service.a566028.activity-details)[Changsha Walking Food Tour with Private Guide](/things-to-do/changsha-walking-food-tour-with-private-guide.a50264371.activity-details)[2 Day Relaxing Exploring Tour in Changsha](/things-to-do/relaxing-exploring-tour-in-changsha.a49521176.activity-details)[Private Changsha City Full Day Trip](/things-to-do/private-changsha-city-full-day-trip.a47774747.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Private Changsha City Full Day Trip](/things-to-do/private-changsha-city-full-day-trip.a47774747.activity-details) | ## What to do in South Central China --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in South Central China ![mist in the forest. panoranic view of zhangjiajie national forest park Hunan, China.. a view from the top of the mountain. a view of the mountain covered with mist after the rain. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346545/dc1f67c2-8cff-4a71-a3e4-a57426b61b99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zhangjiajie National Forest Park 5/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, a lovely green space in Zhangjiajie. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Zhangjiajie-National-Forest-Park-Yongding.d6346545.Vacation-Attraction) ![Landscape of Zhangjiajie. Taken from Old House Field. Located in Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as AAAAA scenic area in china.;](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532749661/e9b205b1-a6f3-46c1-8afc-6d9d52839f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wulingyuan Scenic Area 5/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Wulingyuan Scenic Area, a lovely green space in Zhangjiajie. Discover the mountain views and spas in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wulingyuan-Scenic-Area-Wulingyuan.d553248621532749661.Vacation-Attraction) ![Temple of Confucius showing heritage architecture, a sunset and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100728/90101336-9fa4-4c13-a74f-b3f283a96001.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Temple of Confucius 5/5(3 reviews) Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations. [](https://expedia.ca/Temple-Of-Confucius-Nanjing.d6100728.Vacation-Attraction) ![the yellow crane tower, located on snake hill in wuchang, is one of the three famous towers south of yangtze river,China; Shutterstock ID 129903851; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6095700/e0b45a7a-e638-4c9f-97c6-11fc5c3cbe1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yellow Crane Tower 5/5(1 review) Yellow Crane Tower is just one of the places to see in Wuchang, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Yellow-Crane-Tower-Wuhan.d6095700.Vacation-Attraction) ![Elephant Trunk Hill featuring a statue or sculpture, a lake or waterhole and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6095818/b75b57fa-1944-44df-b80c-911c7a792c5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elephant Trunk Hill 4/5(1 review) Explore an intriguing waterfront rock formation with a fascinating legend and then hike up the hill for panoramic views of Guilin. [](https://expedia.ca/Elephant-Trunk-Hill-Xiangshan.d6095818.Vacation-Attraction) ![Xuan Wu Lake Park featuring a lake or waterhole and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100722/03d8f598-3dda-4e8f-8050-30d3717318e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Xuanwu Lake Park Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history. [](https://expedia.ca/Xuanwu-Lake-Park-Nanjing.d6100722.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial view of Detian Transnational Waterfalls along the river at Moon Hill Yangshuo valley, Chongzuo City, Yangshuo County, Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532746080/788d5f12-7fac-4ad6-9162-ec9644f80737.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Detian Waterfalls Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Detian Waterfalls during your travels in Daxin County. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Detian-Waterfalls-Chongzuo.d6095830.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nanjing Presidential Palace showing a castle and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100698/8703f84c-7bfd-43a4-8918-bb78314acb7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nanjing Presidential Palace 5/5(1 review) From the Chinese Revolution to the nationalist government of the Kuomintang party, this palace has played a part in modern China’s dramatic political upheavals. [](https://expedia.ca/Nanjing-Presidential-Palace-Xuan-Wu.d6100698.Vacation-Attraction) ![Yangshuo Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563235161/4326a4d2-eccd-47f8-8788-3316fc6c6950.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yangshuo Park 4/5(1 review) Relax local-style in this leafy urban park, where residents come to play cards in the shade, practice tai chi and enjoy the stunning city views from the hilltop pagoda. [](https://expedia.ca/Yangshuo-Park-Yangshuo.d553248621563235161.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of South Central China ![City of Zhang jia jie near hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084973/5062cfa1-1ac5-4fc8-bf66-f9d95ffce8b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wulingyuan 4.5/5(3 area reviews) You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Wulingyuan. You might want to make time for a stop at Bailong Elevator or Wulingyuan Scenic Area. [](https://expedia.ca/Zhangjiajie-Wulingyuan.dx6084973) ![Guiln, China Elephant Cave Natural Formation Landscape Travel Sight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939577078/f6b6a4f1-8fb9-4e46-aa44-a48f968a0d7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xiufeng Unique features of Xiufeng include the river views and shopping. Make a stop by Guilin Museum or Shan Lake while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Guilin-Xiufeng.dx553248635939577078) ![sunset in ancient town among mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140543/77f684ac-2b2c-45d6-88c6-6e3bded1e7ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Guilin City Centre 4/5(9 area reviews) The river views and gardens are highlights of Guilin City Centre, and Guangxi Guilin National Forest Park is a notable spot nearby that's worth checking out while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Guilin-Guilin-City-Centre.dx6140543) ![The Field in the Sky, #Zhangjiajie of China. https://twitter.com/Beautifulgx ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140658/9ec2fb07-3920-456b-90d0-ee3118a7cb82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yongding 4/5(4 area reviews) You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Yongding. You might want to make time for a stop at Tianmen Mountain Cable Car or Tianmen Mountain. [](https://expedia.ca/Zhangjiajie-Yongding.dx6140658) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fu Rong Well-liked for its museums and monuments, Fu Rong is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like May Day Square and Mawangdui Han Tombs, and jump on the metro at Wanjiali Square Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Changsha-Fu-Rong.dx553248633981714011) ![Temple of Confucius showing a temple or place of worship and religious aspects](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6100728/3f38a117-5e3c-4db7-a1a9-f3e093e07c82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xinjiekou The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Xinjiekou. Check out Nanjing Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Daxinggong Station or Xinjiekou Station to get around town. 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