As domestic tourism has discovered Yangshuo, so the first karaoke bar has appeared, the Mingcheng Nightclub on Diecui Jie, haunt of hustlers and honeymooners. The cinema on Xi Jie is busy every night, as are countless private VCD screens easily located by the high-volume, scream-and-thud soundtracks emanating from within.

Otherwise, you'll probably while away the evenings drinking beer, eating pizza and Chinese food, and watching Western films with other foreigners in the cafés . Most open early in the morning for Western breakfasts and coffee, and serve decent meals; everyone finds their own favourites, and the following recommendations should be treated simply as a starting point. There are also plenty of Chinese canteens and food stalls selling noodle soups and buns around the market and upper Xi Jie, with good Chinese meals served in most hotel restaurants .