What to do in Shanxi

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Yungang Ticket with Hanging Temple Access and English Maps

Yungang Ticket with Hanging Temple Access and English Maps

CA $62
per adult
Yungang Ticket with Hanging Temple Access and English Maps
Datong Yungang Grottoes Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda by Car

Datong Yungang Grottoes Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda by Car

CA $303
per adult
Datong Yungang Grottoes Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda by Car
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Yungang Grottoes

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yungang Grottoes during your travels in Datong. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
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Where to stay in Shanxi

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Pingyao Ancient City

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Pingyao Ancient City. You might want to make time for a stop at Pingyao Ancient City or Xietongqing Ancient Bank.
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Datong City Center

The restaurants and museums are just a few features travelers like about Datong City Center. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Wenying Lake and Fantawild Theme Park are a few top places to visit.
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Yingze District

While you're in Yingze District, take in top sights like Wuyi Square or Yingze Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Da'nanmen Metro Station or Tiyuguan Metro Station.

Xinghualing District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Xinghualing District and surrounding area, you can visit Wuyi Square and Shanxi Museum.

Xiaodian District

Museums and parks are just a few things travelers like about Xiaodian District. A stop by Yurang Bridge is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

 

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Day trip destinations from Shanxi

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Yan'an

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Hohhot

A rocky mountain with ancient rock-cut buildings and a bridge with traditional Chinese architecture.

Luoyang

A grassy hill with a winding path and wind turbines in the distance.

Changzhi

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Xinxiang

An arched stone bridge with red lanterns and a sign above.

Jincheng

A river with a bridge, surrounded by rocky cliffs and greenery.

Jiaozuo

A large brick wall with a stone archway and a sign with Chinese characters.

Zhangjiakou