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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Hongtong [2025]
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
51933 reviews
9.0
From € 10.92
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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I visited the Longmen Grottoes alone. Since it was a weekday during the off-season, the experience was quite good. I walked alone along both sides of the river, admiring the grottoes in silence. I felt the weight of history and the exquisite craftsmanship; the trip was worthwhile. The only downside is that you have to walk through a commercial street before reaching the main sites, and that distance is a bit far. I went in the windy winter, and it was quite cold, so please dress warmly.
Every moment in Luoyang, the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, is filled with history: Engage with the museum's treasures across time at the Luoyang Museum, feeling the warmth of a thousand-year-old civilization; visit the Longmen Grottoes to see the smiling gaze of the Vairocana Buddha; admire the ginkgo leaves at the White Horse Temple and explore the ruins of the Han and Wei ancient city—every chisel mark is an echo of history. #LuoyangTour #CulturalTrip
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Mount Hua
4.7
/5
50317 reviews
8.8
From € 19.42
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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The scenery at Mount Hua was decent, but it was a bit too crowded. Going west and then north allowed me to see most of the attractions. The tour guides were friendly, and it felt like I'd just been there. I was also lucky to catch the first snowfall of the season.
The mountain view and the terrain is very good for view and exploring. One note, you need to take the scenic area bus to the starting point.
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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
14335 reviews
8.6
From € 9.71
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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The temperature dropped sharply today, which made the trip less enjoyable. Jinci Temple boasts magnificent architecture, lifelike sculptures, exquisite murals, and the mysterious and clear Immortal Spring; it's definitely worth recommending.
The scenic area is quite large; the park in the front is beautiful, and the ancient buildings in the back are even more stunning! There are also many adorable cats 🐱, and you can even pet some of them freely, hahaha! Be sure to allow plenty of time for taking photos, there are so many beautiful sights!
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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
4.7
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17855 reviews
8.6
From € 10.92
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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The waterfall is spectacular. Although November is not the time of year with the highest water volume, it is not crowded and the weather is good enough to see a rainbow. The surging water splashes up a unique mist, which is well worth seeing!
I've been to Hukou Waterfall twice, the first time from the Shaanxi side and the second time from the Shanxi side. I personally think the waterfall is more spectacular from the Shanxi side because you can go down below the Dragon Cave and look up at the waterfall, which is a truly unique experience.
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
20873 reviews
8.6
From € 14.56
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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In winter, Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden not only features the still-brilliant International Chrysanthemum Exhibition, but also offers hundreds of immersive performances daily, two themed interactive events with thousands of NPCs, a Chinese-style amusement park, and many other exciting activities, fully recreating the prosperity of Bianjing (Kaifeng) in the Northern Song Dynasty and the charm of Song culture.
It's a traditional-themed cultural scenic area with dozens of performances, including several highlights such as the horse battle where Yue Fei defeats Xiao Liang Wang with his spear, the naval battle where the Jin army attacks Bianjing, traditional intangible cultural heritage acrobatics, and themed parades. The downside is the separately charged evening performance, "A Dream of the Song Dynasty in Bianjing," which reportedly features over 1000 performers. Perhaps due to its outdated design, it lacks originality and contemporary innovation, and compared to shows like the Fantasy City Theater in Henan, it doesn't justify the price. On the other hand, the chrysanthemum exhibition was fantastic; it was the first time I'd seen colorful chrysanthemums, and overall, it was a great experience.
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Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
12342 reviews
8.5
From € 10.20
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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Laojun Mountain
Today I chose the lazy way to climb the mountain. I highly recommend driving. There are plenty of parking spaces inside the scenic area, and parking is free and unlimited. When leaving the scenic area, the electric tram costs 5 yuan per vehicle, and the gasoline car costs 10 yuan per vehicle. The scenic area entrance fee is 100 yuan. No reservation is needed for vehicles entering the scenic area; just scan your ID card at the entrance. Park near the Yunjing/Zhongling cableway (Level 1 cableway). Currently, only one of the two cableways is open each day, with the same price, and opening is random. Today we used the Yunjing cableway, which costs 130 yuan round trip. The Level 1 cableway is a must-ride; otherwise, it's estimated to take 4 hours to climb to Zhongtianmen. After getting off the Level 1 cableway, walk 5 minutes to the Fenglin cableway (Level 2 cableway), which costs 80 yuan round trip. After getting off the cableway, go through the Fairy Tunnel to reach the Ten-Mile Painting Screen. The essence of the mountain scenery is all here; it's all flat ground, no climbing required, and every step reveals a beautiful view. When you reach the General Peak service area, be sure to use the restrooms; they are cleaner here than at the top of the mountain. This concludes the tour of the Ten-Mile Painting Screen. You can choose to take the elevator directly to the Golden Summit for 40 yuan, but it has been closed since March of this year. The only option is to hike, which took about an hour. When you reach the Taibai Service Area, be sure to check the route carefully. There are two paths: one leads to the summit of Funiu Mountain, requiring further hiking; the other is a gentler path directly to the Golden Summit, which you can see at the service area, behind the souvenir pavilion. Both paths eventually lead to the Golden Summit; choose according to your physical condition. Today I only visited the Golden Summit, Daode Mansion, Laojun Temple, and Jade Emperor Peak. They were very beautiful. I went in the morning and didn't get to see the lights come on at night. When I came down, I saw a long queue for the cable car, just like during the October 1st holiday. People say Xi'an only has peak season and peak-peak season, and this place seems to be similar. To get down, you can take the slide for 20 yuan, which takes you directly to the entrance of the second-level cable car. The entire trip took 4 hours.
Overall, Laojun Mountain has beautiful scenery and is worth visiting, but the overall cost is quite high. If you need to burn incense, bring your own, as it's more expensive on the mountain (30 yuan for 3 sticks). Wishing plaques are also available; 5 yuan at the foot of the mountain, 20 yuan on the mountain. There are many stalls at the summit; instant noodles are 12 yuan, but don't bring your own, as you'll need to pay an extra 5 yuan for hot water if you bring your own. There are also Mixue Ice Cream, Bawang Tea, Kuafu Fried Skewers, Zhengxin Chicken Cutlet, etc., with prices similar to those at the foot of the mountain, which are quite reasonable. Most people choose to go up the mountain around 1 pm because the Golden Summit is very beautiful when lit up at night. However, it gets quite crowded. Also, bring a coat, sun hat, umbrella, etc. It's cold on the mountain, especially at night.
Laojun Mountain is truly a real-life fairyland! The cable car takes you directly to the summit, making it incredibly convenient. The ten-mile-long suspended walkway offers breathtaking views at every turn, with its uniquely shaped mountains and rocks resembling a natural painting. At dusk, the golden summit illuminates, creating a truly divine scene where the lights blend seamlessly with the sea of clouds, creating a stunning, shimmering, dreamlike landscape. In the morning, the sea of clouds surges among the mountains, accompanied by the ancient bells of the Taoist temples, offering a truly healing experience for both body and mind. With reasonable prices, excellent facilities, and the fusion of natural beauty and Taoist culture, this trip is absolutely worth the price of admission!
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.6
/5
21492 reviews
8.5
From € 14.93
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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Pingyao Ancient City has always been famous, and I finally managed to visit it today. You can walk around the ancient city without any trouble. The money exchange, bank, security escort agency, county government office, and courtyard are all well preserved, showing tourists the appearance and local customs of a relatively developed county town in Shanxi during the Republic of China period. Walking on the bumpy stone road with light snowflakes falling from the sky makes you feel very immersed in the place.
I recommend the Pingyao County Government Office, the best-preserved and largest feudal county government office in China. There's a court performance at 9:30 PM. The Rishengchang Exchange House, located on West Street, is the representative of Pingyao Ancient City's banking industry. It was China's first exchange house and pioneered modern banking. The Pingyao Confucian Temple was first built in the early Zhenguan period of the Tang Dynasty. Its Dacheng Hall is a Jin Dynasty building and is the oldest existing Confucian temple of all levels in my country. Outside the ancient city, there are also famous attractions such as Shuanglin Temple and Zhenguo Temple. I also recommend the "Encounter Pingyao" performance at 7 PM.
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Wanshuishanwuxiacheng
4.7
/5
12922 reviews
8.3
Based on 5 reviews
The old area of henan university | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86037122203006
Address: Middle section of Tokyo Avenue, Longting District, Kaifeng City, Henan Province (opposite to Kaifeng Municipal Party School)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 days
Highlights:
Central performances & snacks festival
Large festival & unique performances
Saved by 183 users11108 positive reviews
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I've been here a few times before, and it's getting better and better! I got an annual pass, and it was worth it! Now there are dedicated free parking lots, and there's also a free shuttle bus to the scenic area, which is very convenient and hassle-free! There are performances everywhere in the scenic area, and many NPCs to interact with, making it very lively! You can also earn silver coins, which can be exchanged for items.
A three-day ticket costs 100 yuan, and there are tons of NPCs and nearly 3,000 performances per day, making it perfect for young people, couples, friends, and students from junior high to high school. However, for middle-aged people, the content might feel overwhelming due to the sheer volume and variety of themes. Themes include fantasy, the Republic of China era, Tang and Song dynasties, the War of Resistance against Japan, and intangible cultural heritage. Secondary sales within the park are affordable, and food, drinks, and shopping are comparable to those outside. It's incredibly popular on weekdays, especially with many people spontaneously wearing Hanfu (traditional Han clothing) to experience the park. It's a product of today's affordable economy, and Wansui Mountain's popularity is well-deserved.
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Little Western Paradise
4.8
/5
4189 reviews
8.2
From € 4.25
83 km from downtown
Phone +8603576733033
Address: Xiaoxitian, Xicheng Qu, Beijing Shi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
Highlights:
Check out Black Myth: Wukong
Ancient Zen temple from Ming
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Although it was quite crowded during the summer holidays, it was still well worth the trip. There were parking spaces, and the queues were relatively orderly. The suspended sculptures at Xiaoxitian were exceptionally beautiful; definitely worth the visit!
With a building area of only 216.72 square meters, the hall is filled with colorful sculptures. Besides the five main statues on the altar, the walls, pillars, and even the rafters are adorned with thousands of painted sculptures. These sculptures, each with a unique posture and vivid form, are situated within the halls and pavilions of a Buddhist kingdom. Some are over 3 meters tall, while others are only the size of a thumb. Intricate yet not chaotic, elaborate yet orderly, they express the vast world of Buddhism. While many famous mountains and ancient temples in China possess various types of suspended sculptures, none are as intricate and magnificent as Xiaoxitian, nor as exquisitely beautiful.
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Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River
4.6
/5
13853 reviews
8.2
From € 10.92
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 236 users9160 positive reviews
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Online reviews recommended Hukou Waterfall in Shanxi, so I originally planned to go there. However, when I got on the ferry, I realized it was actually on the Shaanxi side. Ironically, the Shaanxi side turned out to be better. You can get close to the water from either side, but on the Shaanxi side, you won't get wet because the strongest part of the waterfall flows towards Shanxi.
There are more sights to see on the Shaanxi side (including the photo spot featured on the 50 RMB note), and the ferry ride is longer.
The ferry ticket was too expensive and not worth it. Plus, you have to buy it to get into the scenic area. The visitor center didn't clearly indicate "Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall," leading me to believe it was in Shanxi and buy the wrong ticket.
Buying tickets online was very convenient; they were valid immediately. The bus ride was smooth, and the scenery along the way was beautiful. The waterfall was spectacular; the children were very impressed. The scenic area isn't large, but hearing the roar of the Yellow River made it all feel like the perfect arrangement! Highly recommended.
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