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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yuanqu [2025]
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Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum
4.7
/5
128384 reviews
10
From MYR 70.61
Based on 15,044 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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The First Emperor of Qin, whose grandeur and ambition are fully revealed, lies buried beneath his tomb, where the mighty military prowess and unyielding ambition of the Qin Dynasty are revealed. The enigmatic underground palace and the array of terracotta warriors create a veritable "underground kingdom," representing the pinnacle of Chinese civilization's magnificent imagination and the pinnacle of human mausoleum architecture. Its mystery and grandeur continue to amaze the world to this day.
You can experience the first three pits on your own, but you must hire a guide for the Lishan Garden. There are official guides at the park entrance. They are very helpful and answered many of my questions about pits 1, 2, and 3. It was very rewarding.
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
51585 reviews
9.0
From MYR 52.96
Based on 1,621 reviews
Longmen Station/Municipal government | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86037965980972
Address: 13 Long Men Zhong Jie, Luolong District, Luoyang, Henan, China, 471023
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
View grottoes on 1 km of cliffs along the Yi River
1 km cliffs & grottoes
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It was totally worth it! The grottoes are even more beautiful when the lights are on at night. Unfortunately, Xiangshan Temple closes at 9 PM, and I arrived at the entrance before 8:50 PM. After a long and tiring climb, the gatekeeper wouldn't let me in.
The scenery at Longmen Grottoes is breathtaking! The Yi River flows gently by, with verdant mountains standing on both banks, and the grottoes nestled among them, creating a natural landscape painting. Whether bathed in the morning sunlight or the afterglow of the evening glow, it possesses a unique charm that captivates visitors and makes them reluctant to leave.
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Xi'an City Wall
4.6
/5
56319 reviews
8.9
From MYR 31.78
Based on 7,876 reviews
The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation | >100 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
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Starting from the south gate and climbing the wall, I first stored my overweight laptop and other belongings in my backpack. Then, I walked west and north all the way to the North Gate, a journey of over 10,000 steps, fully experiencing the grandeur of the ancient city wall. I must commend the automatic lockers; they're incredibly cheap, only 5 yuan for up to 5 hours—the lowest and best price.
This was our favorite activity in Xian. We entered via the south gate. Its the perfect place to start if you are interested in hiring a bike to complete the full 14km of the wall. Beautiful views of the city, each area was interesting. After the Wall head to defu lane aka the bar and café street that is close to south gate. A trendy little area to have a drink and relax.
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Mount Hua
4.7
/5
50138 reviews
8.8
From MYR 94.14
Based on 1,288 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
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Mount Hua isn't the highest of the Five Sacred Mountains, but it's arguably the most precipitous. There's only one path up Mount Hua since ancient times, and the Thousand-Foot Cliff, Hundred-Foot Gorge, Azure Dragon Ridge, and Cloud Ladder are quite challenging. As someone with a fear of heights, I didn't dare try the Plank Road in the Sky or the Hawk's Turn.
Route: The classic "Northward Hiking + Westward Cable Car." The hike up the North Peak offers a sense of danger, while the West Peak cable car offers a beautiful view. The route is: Yuquan Temple → North Peak → Central Peak → East Peak → South Peak → West Peak. The section from Yuquan Temple to the North Peak is the most difficult, especially the Thousand-Foot Cliff and Hundred-Foot Gorge, which are steep and narrow, taking two and a half hours. The section from the North Peak to the Central Peak is the next most difficult, taking a little over an hour. The remaining East, South, and West Peaks are relatively easier.
Clothing: "Quick-drying underwear + windproof jacket and sweatpants + sneakers + sunglasses + hat" is sufficient. The weather has been particularly good these past few days; although it's windy at the summit, it's not cold.
Supplies: Don't bring too much food. Some beef jerky, chocolate, and sausages are enough; you won't have much of an appetite after climbing. Water is very important. I drank one bottle of water and four bottles of energy drinks throughout the trip. I brought three bottles with me. When I was close to the North Peak, I bought a bottle of Gatorade for 15 yuan (the shopkeeper said the price would go up after the North Peak). When I was close to the South Peak, I bought a bottle of Scream for 17 yuan (the price had gone up by 2 yuan, which was acceptable). There are many supply points along the way, so just travel as light as possible.
Mount Hua is incredibly beautiful and i was lucky that the weather held up on the day i visited as it had been raining in Xi An. Took the route to go up the West peak via cable car, before descending by foot to the North peak for the cable car back out to the main tourist centre point. The beauty of Mount Hua is 10/10, but some points to note:- Only contacted by tour operator < 24 hours before the trip on WeChat- A tour guide picked me up from my hotel at 7am, then bizarrely brought all of us to a carpark where we had to wait to change to different buses. Huge waste of time. Journey from Xi An to Mt Hua was only 1.5 hours yet we only reached at ~1030am. Shuttle bus to cable car at West peak then took 40 mins.- New tour guide then up-sold us an audio guide for 40 yuan & a pulley car ride for 30 yuan (fun but expensive for a 3 min ride)- Steps at Mt Hua can be very narrow. Very dangerous if the ground is wet.- Hordes of local tourists & loudness ruins the serenity of Mt Hua.
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Song of Everlasting Sorrow
4.5
/5
22251 reviews
8.7
From MYR 146.51
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 3039 users13075 positive reviews
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The large-scale sound, light and electricity outdoor situational performance tells the story of the prosperous Tang Dynasty and the love story of Yang Guifei. The scene layout is full of technology. The night sky and the moon are displayed very realistically against the backdrop of Mount Li. The actors dance perfectly, and the lingering love is full of love. The fighting on the battlefield and the flames rising into the sky are very immersive, and the scene at that time is truly reproduced. It is very worth watching and it is also the best large-scale performance I have ever seen.
Great show.. with a good lighting.. excellent performance with lots of coordination… highly recommended to watch.. take vip seat B which is great view
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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
4.7
/5
17680 reviews
8.6
From MYR 52.96
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
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So spectacular!!!
At the end of October, the water level is high, the weather is pleasant, and the sun is shining brightly, so you can even see a double rainbow 🌈! It's even more spectacular in Shanxi; I recommend wearing shoe covers and a raincoat to avoid getting covered in mud!
The Yellow River, the mother river of the Chinese nation, is breathtaking and magnificent. Steam rises from the water, thunder rumbles in the valleys, and dragons play in the waves. The Yellow River flows from the high mountains to the sea, from ancient times to today, but its soul remains only at Hukou.
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
14166 reviews
8.6
From MYR 47.07
Based on 119 reviews
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864006088608
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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A place worth spending a day in! 👍 It was a bit crowded today; I believe it would be more comfortable to visit the Inner Eight Scenic Spots on a weekday than on the weekend.
A new cave where you encounter things and events from thousands of years ago, and a truly moving experience 🌹 A must-see when visiting Taiyuan.
My second visit to Jinci Temple, from winter to autumn, was to witness the vibrant colors of the ancient trees. People took photos under the towering ginkgo trees, appreciating the beauty of nature. It was a beautiful thought to imagine that decades or even centuries ago, some people lingered here, perhaps even reflecting on past lives. The ancient cypress trees, which I couldn't help but admire repeatedly, have witnessed countless changes in the world, silently watching people come and go, like wise elders. To encounter Jinci Temple at its most beautiful time is a blessing.
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
20628 reviews
8.6
From MYR 70.61
Based on 265 reviews
Millennium City Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86037125663819
Address: No. 5, Longting West Road, Longting District, Kaifeng City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
View ancient river scenery
Evening shows & performances
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The scenery at Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden is beautiful. Shows like Yue Fei defeating Xiao Liang Wang with his spear and the Battle of Tokyo are definitely worth seeing. While it doesn't have as many attractions as Wansui Mountain Park, the experience is much better! Dining options are convenient within the park, and the performances are excellent. 👍🏻
I came here because of its reputation, and it happened to be during the Chrysanthemum Festival. It was very lively, but the experience was a little less enjoyable due to the large number of people. The overall environment was very unique, there were many performances, and the night view was beautiful. It is definitely worth a visit.
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Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
12231 reviews
8.5
Laojunshan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86037966873890
Address: Laojun Mountain, Geological Square, Luanchuan County, Luoyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Cable car & hike to peak
Rich geological sites with caves & peaks
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A group of four drove up Laojun Mountain and parked at the Yunjing Cableway parking lot. We entered the visitor center at 12:30 PM. Having purchased our tickets online in advance, we quickly boarded the cableway, making our ascent to the summit and enjoying the stunning scenery. Details are as follows:
Itinerary
- Ascent: First, take the Yunjing Cableway (approximately 10 minutes) directly to Zhongtianmen. Then, transfer to the Fenglin Cableway (approximately 5 minutes) to the entrance of the Ten-Li Painting Screen. Walk through the Fairyland Tunnel and along a section of the Ten-Li Painting Screen (a typical walk of about an hour), enjoying the scenic views along the way. Climb to the Golden Temple. Only bring water and chocolate with you on the mountain. Wear windproof clothing or a down jacket.
- Descent: At 6:15 PM, after taking photos at the Golden Summit, we quickly descended the same way we came. First, take the second-level cableway (Fenglin Cableway), waiting in line for about 20 minutes. Then, take the first-level cableway (Yunjing Cableway), where the line was shorter.
I've climbed many mountains in China, and Laojun Mountain ranks highly in my mind. Its natural scenery is beautiful, and I can describe it as "beautiful." The five peaks (Fu, Lu, Shou, Xi, and Cai) are majestic, grand, and spectacular. The climb isn't difficult.
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.6
/5
21316 reviews
8.5
From MYR 72.37
Based on 1,383 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603545690000
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
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Overall, the ancient town is quite nice, with a classic and antique charm. It's generally well-preserved, but the commercial atmosphere is too strong, and the planning needs improvement. It's a bit chaotic and noisy, and there's much room for improvement. In general, there are many things to see, and I recommend taking a guided tour.
The ancient city is particularly simple and primitive, without too much commercial atmosphere. The interior space is large and it is worth a day to slowly appreciate it. The consumption inside the ancient city is very good. The overall feeling is great and it is worth coming again!
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