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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Ying County [2025]
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The Palace Museum
4.8
/5
184330 reviews
10
From NZD 19.77
Based on 14,221 reviews
Tian'anmen Square and Wangfujing Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4009501925
Address: No. 4, Jingshanqian Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Admire the flowers and plants in the Imperial Garden in Forbidden City
World Heritage Site
Saved by 10408 users118788 positive reviews
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We came to Beijing for a stroll before school started in the summer vacation. My kids were eager to go to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. As the military parade was about to start, Tiananmen Square was closed and we were afraid we wouldn't be able to get tickets for the Forbidden City, so we signed up for a guided tour. The tour guide, Lin Yi, contacted us a day in advance to let us know the meeting place. The tour guide was very interesting and tried to find a cool place to explain things to us when it was hot. He also gave us breaks and answered all our questions. He knew all the relevant stories like the back of his hand!
The guide's explanation was like a journey through time and space, bringing the dormant history to light. His profound knowledge and enthusiasm made us feel the breadth and depth of Chinese culture. This cultural feast was made more vivid and unforgettable by you. Thank you very much! The Forbidden City is indeed a cultural treasure.
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Badaling Great Wall
4.7
/5
53230 reviews
10
From NZD 9.53
Based on 11,093 reviews
Badaling Great Wall/Badaling Wildlife Park | >100 km from downtown
Address: Exit 58 of G6 Beijing-Lhasa Expressway, Yanqing District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Take a cable car to enjoy the fall scenery of The Great Wall
World Heritage Site
Saved by 7195 users38011 positive reviews
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This was a simple pick up and drop off service as the ticket says but it doesn’t mention an extra cost is needed for the cable car when you get there. (There also is no Chinese speaking option). There was not a lot of time up at the wall so the experience felt rushed, an extra hour would have been better.There are closer options to Beijing of visiting the Great Wall that looked less crowded. But value for money I can’t fault as it was direct and allowed me to visit the Great Wall.
The north side of the Great Wall is steep and breathtaking! It's so crowded that you have to queue for the cable car! The south side is so uncrowded that you can get some iconic photos.
Also, after getting off the south cable car, the signposts are poorly marked, completely obscured by trees. Be sure not to take the wrong route; the return trip is on the right!
Also, buying water at the plaza outside Badaling Great Wall Station is very expensive! There are water vendors along the scenic route, and they're very affordable.
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Yungang Grottoes
4.8
/5
28077 reviews
8.9
From NZD 28.74
Based on 991 reviews
62.2 km from downtown
Phone 0352-7992622
Address: No. 1, Yungang Town, Yungang District, Datong City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll through the grottoes and explore Forty Caves
59,000+ stone sculptures inside caves
Saved by 679 users21656 positive reviews
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The Yungang Grottoes are truly breathtaking! The Buddha statues carved into the rock walls are exquisitely carved, with lifelike details, seemingly telling stories from thousands of years ago. The magnificent grottoes showcase the masterful craftsmanship of ancient artisans. Each Buddha statue exudes a solemnity and sacredness, leaving one marveling at the richness of history and the allure of art.
Visiting the Yungang Grottoes requires a good level of stamina. During peak tourist season, the area is crowded, and some grottoes even have to wait in line to enter. I followed the guide's instructions and took my time exploring the area, which was quite enjoyable.
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Prince Kung's Palace Museum
4.7
/5
29592 reviews
8.8
From NZD 9.53
Based on 430 reviews
Houhai Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 010-83288149
Address: No.14, Liuyin Street, Xicheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Ginkgo trees and ancient buildings create an autumn scene
Over 30 different architectural complexes
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Overall, it was a good trip. Our guide, Ruirui, was very patient and prepared some explanation materials for us. I still remember that trees with green labels are 100-300 years old, red labels are 300-600 years old, and trees over 600 years old have their own signage. We proactively sent a text message before departure to explain important points. We also responded to questions promptly. The morning meeting went smoothly. He clearly seemed very experienced. The only downside was that the queues were a bit chaotic when queuing with individual travelers, whether on a group tour or with other travelers. The fish swimming in the Taimiao Temple were quite beautiful. Very nice.
The treasury where Heshen embezzled precious treasures was located behind the Buddhist building. There are windows of various shapes behind it. Bats and blessing symbolize many things, and Heshen considered himself a man of great blessings. Prince Gong's Mansion should be renamed Hefu. Touching the character for "Fu" written by Emperor Kangxi is like touching a blessing.
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Temple of Heaven
4.7
/5
19119 reviews
8.7
Qianmen, The Temple Of Heaven and Chongwenmen | >100 km from downtown
Phone 13716920363
Address: No.1, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Stroll on Ginkgo Avenue's Golden Carpet
World Heritage Site
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It was definitely pollen season, but we didn't encounter any, which was fine.
The Temple of Heaven is always crowded, so be sure to go early, otherwise you'll be missing everyone.
As night falls along Beijing's central axis, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests in the Temple of Heaven Park awakens in a halo of light. This ancient architectural complex, carrying 600 years of imperial worship culture, stands as a dazzling jewel in the capital's nighttime landscape, a "palace in heaven." Whether a weekend getaway for locals or a must-see on tourist itineraries, the Temple of Heaven's nightscape redefines the possibilities of exploring historic sites at night with its unique cultural tension and visual impact.
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Summer Palace
4.7
/5
48456 reviews
8.6
From NZD 63.81
Based on 15,093 reviews
Zhongguancun Area | >100 km from downtown
Address: No. 19, Gongmeng Road, Haidian District, Beijing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Overlook autumn scenery from the Tower of Buddhist Incense(Summer Palace)
World Cultural Heritage
Saved by 7223 users28224 positive reviews
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The tour guide's explanation was detailed. You must ask for an explanation when visiting attractions in Beijing so that you can learn more about the historical stories behind them. The Summer Palace is very large, and taking a boat ride was very pleasant.
Stepping into the Summer Palace on the weekend, it seems to break into a long history of slowly unfolding. Walking along the Kunming Lake, the lake is sparkling, the cruise ship is like weaving, the Wanshou Mountain in the distance is lush, and the Buddha Pavilion is more solemn under the green trees. Entering the promenade, the beautiful paintings on the beams are exquisite, myths and legends, historical allusions are lifelike, people can not help but sigh the ingenuity of the ancients. Here, the pace of time has slowed down, and every scenery tells the story of the past, so that I am immersed in this strong historical and cultural atmosphere, and my body and mind have been baptized.
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7
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
12343 reviews
8.6
From NZD 19.05
Based on 119 reviews
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4006088608
Address: In Jinci Park, Jinyuan District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Growing Buddhist Relics Tower overlooking Jinci's panorama
Jinci's Three Treasures showcase ancient architectural charm
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Entering the garden, a sense of time and space washes over you. The profound and ancient scenery invites a sigh of admiration for the wisdom and ingenuity of our ancestors. Walking slowly and carefully with awe, the slanting wind and drizzle cannot conceal a sense of melancholy. So many memories of the past are scattered among the flowers, plants, carved railings and painted buildings. The feeling of helplessness of picking up flowers in the morning and picking them up in the evening embodies the saying, "The carved railings and jade steps should still be there, only their faces have changed." The passage of history is ultimately just the passing dust of time and space, each brick and tile telling the story of joys and sorrows.
Enter the Jinci Museum through the beautiful park. The exquisite architecture and vivid clay sculptures make people linger. There are rest corridors everywhere in the scenic area, which is very friendly to the elderly and children.
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8
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.5
/5
19677 reviews
8.6
From NZD 29.29
Based on 1,380 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0354-5690000
Address: No. 58 Zhaobi South Street, Pingyao County, Jinzhong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Enjoy stunning sunset views from the city wall in the evening
World-class photography exhibition
Saved by 406 users12339 positive reviews
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As an ancient city in the north, U has history, precipitation, and its own tone. But the regret is the consumption in the scenic spots, especially the money houses. It feels very bad to buy gold ingots.
Generally speaking it's OK, the transportation is relatively convenient, but try not to take the sightseeing bus or chartered bus, as they will rip you off and end up taking you to buy wine and vinegar and rip you off. Although the ticket for the Encore Pingyao performance is a bit expensive, it is very shocking and touching, and definitely worth seeing!
No.
9
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Xuankong Temple
4.7
/5
8918 reviews
8.4
From NZD 6.95
Based on 789 reviews
46.4 km from downtown
Phone 0352-8327795
Address: At the foot of Hengshan Mountain in the southeastern suburb of Wuyuan County, Datong City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Admire Exquisite Wood Carved Murals Along the Plank Road
Cliffside's breathtaking architecture
Saved by 593 users6611 positive reviews
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The Hanging Temple, a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, is located on the cliffs of Cuiping Peak, west of Jinlong Gorge in Hengshan Mountain, Hunyuan County, Shanxi Province. It's often referred to as "The Hanging Temple, half a sky high, suspended in the air by three horsetails." Built 1,400 years ago in the late Northern Wei Dynasty, it's the only remaining temple in China that integrates Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. It's also the world's oldest surviving wooden structure built on a cliff face. Unfortunately, I couldn't get a ticket to the temple, so I just looked around.
It is very challenging to build a building on the cliff. The wisdom of the ancients is amazing. It is very challenging to climb up, especially at the third floor, my legs are shaking.
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10
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Whistling Dune Bay
4.3
/5
4508 reviews
8.3
From NZD 28.58
Based on 81 reviews
Xiangshawan | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-878-5550
Address: Dalad, Ordos, Inner Mongolia, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Breathtaking desert views & panorama
Camel rides in the desert
Saved by 272 users2863 positive reviews
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Children are free of charge, and people over 60 are also free of charge. The round-trip cable car is 50 yuan. We caught up with the heavy rain, and the scenic spot gave us raincoats. We passed directly without ticket inspection. It is a responsible scenic spot.
For city kids, the desert is still fun. The projects inside are very good, but the queue time is a bit long and it rained heavily in the desert. Otherwise, we could have played for a while longer, so we were forced to close the business.
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