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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yongshou [2025]
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Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum
4.7
/5
125710 reviews
9.6
From AU$ 25.56
Based on 15,037 reviews
Terracotta Army/Hua Qing Palace | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602981399127
Address: Lintong District, Xi'An, Shaanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
Highlights:
The highest point of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor overlooking the Weihe
Qin's tomb viewpoint over Wei River
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It is an impressive site, I would recommend to get a guide (e.g in front of the site there are many English speaking ones) as the audio guide is rather slim. The Pit 1 is showing the most but the other pits don’t have so much dug out so there is not since to see without a guide. The exhibition hall is also great because you can see the different statues close up. Obviously it is pretty full with people especially surrounding the view exhibited statues in the Pits
Our ancestors made tremendous sacrifices in this vast nation. This was a truly worthwhile visit. Every pit was truly breathtaking. The scenery in Lishan Garden was breathtakingly beautiful, and the entire mausoleum was truly magnificent.
After visiting, I couldn't help but marvel at the incredible talent of our ancestors. Every detail on the Terracotta Warriors is exquisite, from the hair to the soles of the shoes—the details are truly extraordinary! It's truly worth a visit for everyone, young and old, from home and abroad.
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Xi'an City Wall
4.6
/5
55203 reviews
8.9
From AU$ 11.51
Based on 7,874 reviews
The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation | 87.1 km from downtown
Phone +8602987272792
Address: The city center of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, is rectangular, with four gates: Dongchanglemen (Xi'an City Wall, Huancheng East Road, Xincheng District, Xi'an), Xi'an Dingmen (West Street and Xijuyuan Lane) Nearby Xi'an City Wall (Huancheng West Road), South Yongning Gate (No. 2 South Street, Beilin District, Xi'an), Bei'an Yuanmen (Intersection of North Street and Huancheng North Road, Xincheng District, Xi'an)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-4 hours
Highlights:
Interactive Lantern Festival of Light and Shadow during the Lunar New Year
Interactive light show festival
Saved by 3127 users41657 positive reviews
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Cycling along the city wall, I felt the charm of millennia-old earth and bluestone. I loved the Old City Wall Ruins Exhibition Hall beneath the wall, where I learned a lot and admired the ancient wisdom. The wall itself was completely different than I'd imagined. This city is the perfect blend of modern architecture and classical culture, bar none. I love Chang'an, I love Xi'an. Heaven above, Suzhou and Hangzhou below, neither compares to the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty.
The archways, the old city gates, the clash of modern architecture and turret eaves. The indistinguishable oaths on the city walls and the beauty of the numerous photographic figures in ancient costumes all breathe new life into this most complete and largest city wall in China. Cycling is secondary; listening to its stories amidst the millennia-old earth and bluestone is paramount.
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Mount Hua
4.7
/5
49083 reviews
8.9
From AU$ 34.08
Based on 1,287 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8609138376888
Address: 1000 meters southeast of the intersection of Jiling Road and Huashan Road, Huashan Town, Huayin City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Each of the Five Peaks has its own unique sunrise and legends
Thrilling Chang Kong cliffside path
Saved by 1551 users32630 positive reviews
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Since ancient times, there has been only one path to Mount Hua, the most treacherous mountain in the world. Standing on a tiny patch of ground, yet looking up, one sees a bottomless abyss. If one's heart yearns, the long and arduous journey is not to be feared. The most memorable thing about the summit isn't just the scenery, but also the experience of reaching it.
Although climbing the mountain by yourself is tiring, the scenery along the way is beautiful. However, the bus fare down the mountain is too expensive. The cable car alone costs 140, and the bus fare is 40. This is unreasonable. Shouldn't the bus be free after the cable car comes down?
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Song of Everlasting Sorrow
4.5
/5
21788 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 40.26
Based on 59 reviews
Terracotta Army/Hua Qing Palace | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864000299989
Address: No. 38 Huaqing Road, Lintong District, Xi'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-1.5 hours
Highlights:
Dream Back to the Tang Dynasty
Tang Dynasty love story reenactment
Saved by 2611 users12976 positive reviews
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I had almost forgotten this period of history, but after watching Song of Everlasting Regret, I was deeply moved by Yang Guifei's love and hate. The real scene layout, lighting, music, costumes and actor performances here are all perfect. Personally, I feel that it is a must-see when you come to Xi'an. It is worth the price of admission!
Das Stück selbst mit seiner aufwändigen Produktion ist schon der Wahnsinn. Wie der Berg komplett aufgeleuchtet wird, der Einsatz von Feuer und Wasser und auch die kostüme und Tänzer sind atemberaubend. Leider war unser Besuchstag sehr verregnet. Für die Show selbst hat es zum Glück aufgehört, bis dahin waren wir aber schon durchnässt und entsprechend am Ende durchgefroren. Dafür können die Veranstalter natürlich nichts. Ein Plus in den Umständen: es gab kostenlose Regencapes. Zuletzt: das Stück geht nur etwa 65 Minuten, und dafür fanden wir es ein bisschen teuer. Insgesamt aber schöne Veranstaltung!
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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
4.7
/5
16433 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 19.15
Based on 213 reviews
Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603577955000
Address: Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Jixian County, Linfen City, Shanxi Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Spring & fall thunderous waterfall
See the Thundering Falls in spring and fall
Saved by 142 users11840 positive reviews
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It's a truly breathtaking place. When you reach the waterfall, the water splashes into the air, and the sound of the Yellow River is like thunder. Even under scorching sun, standing by the waterfall will cool you down and get soaked by the mist, so bring a raincoat.
It's definitely worth the trip; photos and videos can't capture the breathtaking spectacle of what you see with your own eyes.
This attraction is absolutely amazing! The scenery is incredibly captivating and breathtaking. The service is exceptionally attentive, and the staff are friendly and professional. The facilities are excellent, and the experience is fantastic. It's definitely worth a visit and highly recommended!
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Xi'an Bell Tower
4.5
/5
19795 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 6.39
Based on 2,336 reviews
The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation | 88.1 km from downtown
Phone +8602987276420
Address: Intersection of the East, West, and North Sizhi Streets in Beilin District, Xi'an
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic view of Xi'an from the top of the Bell Tower
Panoramic view of streets & Drum Tower
Saved by 1939 users14612 positive reviews
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The hotel is conveniently located, making it easy to get around. Next to the hotel is Wangfujing Shopping Plaza and the SKP Hotel. The breakfast was delicious, featuring local Xi'an roujiamo (Chinese roujiamo), cold noodles (cold noodles), sauerkraut noodles, and freshly ground coffee. The hotel also has comprehensive facilities, including a laundry room and gym on the second floor, and a coffee shop and breakfast area in the lobby with freshly ground coffee. Breakfast was plentiful with fresh fruit, and the bedding was very comfortable. The kids loved it, and the hotel is semi-intelligent and controllable. I'll definitely be back next time.
I bought a combined ticket for the Bell Tower and the Drum Tower. They are very close to each other. You can visit the Bell Tower first, then go from the underground to the Drum Tower on Huimin Street. Next to the Drum Tower is the snack street. There are free stamps on both floors. There are a lot of people on the snack street here, and the lights are bright.
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Tang Paradise
4.3
/5
25466 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 14.49
Based on 489 reviews
Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall | 93 km from downtown
Phone +8602985511888
Address: No. 99, Furong West Road, Qujiang New District, Xi'an
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Boat tour of the royal garden on Furong Lake
Boat show: Tang Dynasty Dream
Saved by 1971 users13436 positive reviews
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The scenery is nice. It imitates the garden and architectural style of the Tang Dynasty. It seems that the investment is not small, so the ticket is also expensive. There is a free musical instrument performance at 11 o'clock. It mainly introduces the ancient Chinese music notation and several musical instruments. The audience is also allowed to participate in the playing of the big drum. It is quite interesting and I learned a little knowledge. It is good.
Aside from the expensive entrance fee, there's nothing wrong with it.
Although it's artificially landscaped, it's clearly been carefully crafted, with a breathtaking view at every step, perfect for photos. Sitting quietly in the courtyard for a day is also a great option. It's great that Xi'an attractions offer free admission to senior citizens.
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Shaanxi History Museum
4.7
/5
30792 reviews
8.3
Based on 1,629 reviews
Xiaozhai/Shaanxi History Museum | 90.9 km from downtown
Phone +8602985253806
Address: No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District, Xi'an (Northwest Side of Big Wild Goose Pagoda)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
A million years of treasures
Interactive ancient life experience
Saved by 1842 users14663 positive reviews
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As an important cultural landmark at the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, the Shaanxi History Museum uses cultural relics to build a corridor of time and space, allowing visitors to touch the pulse of civilization of the Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang dynasties among the blue bricks and gray tiles, and feel the profound accumulation of Chinese culture.
The experience of visiting the Shaanxi History Museum was great! Zhang Lixuan's guide explained in particular in detail, and the historical stories behind each cultural relics were martyred. From the meaning of the bronzeware's decoration, to the craft characteristics of Tang Sancai, the explanation is both professional and vivid. Make people instantly cross the millennium Zhang Lixuan tour guide also cleverly combined the poetry dictionary, and combined Shaanxi as the glorious history of the 13th Dynasty as a wonderful picture. The 3-hour explanation is large but not boring. Even the children can hear it fascinated. They really do "let the cultural relics speak", and the heavy history and culture are lively and interesting. It is highly recommended!
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Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River
4.6
/5
12970 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 19.17
Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8609114838030
Address: Yanhu Road, Hukou Town, Yichuan County, Yan'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Feel waterfall's power up close
Hukou Waterfall panoramic view
Saved by 215 users8546 positive reviews
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Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River is a Chinese wonder worth a once-in-a-lifetime visit. It's recommended to view it from either Shaanxi or Shanxi Province. From the Shaanxi side, traditional buildings are dotted with scattered red flags. Shaanxi offers magnificent views of Hukou, with its cascading rock formations along the shore. Stand by the river and marvel at the cascading, geometric structure of the waterfall.
Ke Zhenliang leaped over Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River, watched by millions. A sculpture commemorates his impossible feat.
There is no feeling of high mountains and flowing water. The ticket is too expensive and not worth it. You have to take a bus to get in. The bus stop is quite far away. It is a natural scenic spot that is too commercialized.
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The Longest Day in Chang'an Theme Block
4.1
/5
4429 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 14.49
Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall | 92.4 km from downtown
Phone +864001806888
Address: East side of Mandi Square, Grand Tang Mall, Xi'an City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Immersive Tang Dynasty street experience
Tang Dynasty immersive city life
Saved by 918 users3291 positive reviews
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If you are wondering if it's worth it is. I recommended giving it a shot. It was so beautiful, you are like in a real c-drama. I felt amazing. If I have another chance, I will definitely go again. 😍
It's a very photogenic place, but it's not very big. You can finish the tour in a short while, and two hours is enough to watch the show. Generally speaking, you can come and have a look, but don't be too special. For girls, it is recommended that they wear Tang suits and Hanfu when they go shopping.
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