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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Qin County [2025]
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
51898 reviews
9.0
From MYR 52.36
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
Saved by 1591 users42970 positive reviews
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The hotel service was warm and welcoming, the rooms were clean and tidy, the rooms were cozy and spacious, the location was excellent, the housekeeping staff were friendly, the receptionist was very welcoming, and the room price was very reasonable – great value for money! I had more than one comfortable and pleasant stay experience, and I also felt a sense of warmth and community. That's my review of this hotel. Superb!
Our guide for this trip was Liangliang from Elephant Travel, and it truly exceeded our expectations. Because of our limited time, Liangliang helped us plan our route effectively and provided very detailed explanations even within our tight schedule. She also pointed out many small details that we might not have known on our own. I would definitely recommend Liangliang again next time I bring my children.
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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
4.7
/5
17847 reviews
8.6
From MYR 52.36
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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Jinci Museum
4.8
/5
14324 reviews
8.6
From MYR 46.54
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 Jinci Scenic Area is divided into Jinci Park and Jinci Museum. The Jinci Museum charges an entrance fee. Its ancient architectural complex is laid out symmetrically along a central axis. The central area, from west to east, includes the Holy Mother Hall, Fish Pond Flying Bridge, Offering Hall, and the Duiyue Archway; the northern area includes the Tang Shuyu Ancestral Hall and the Tang Stele Pavilion; and the southern area includes the Water Mother Tower and Shengying Tower. All are highly recommended. Guided tours are available at the scenic area service center, and group tours are possible. The tours are detailed and the service is enthusiastic.
Highly recommended are Jinci Park and Jinci Museum, including the Holy Mother Hall, Fish Pond Flying Bridge, Offering Hall, Duiyue Archway, Tang Shuyu Temple, Tang Stele Pavilion, Water Mother Tower, and Shengying Tower. The autumn scenery of the ginkgo trees is particularly picturesque.
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
20858 reviews
8.6
From MYR 69.81
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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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.
This is a truly fantastic scenic spot, suitable for all ages. Everyone loved it. The concert atmosphere was amazing, the children's playground was large and well-equipped, the chrysanthemums were in full bloom, and the lights were dazzling at night. The performances were spectacular. It's definitely worth a visit, and I'll definitely go again!
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.6
/5
21482 reviews
8.5
From MYR 71.56
Based on 1,383 reviews
Inside Pingyao Ancient City | 67.7 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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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.
The ancient city is quite large, and it was tiring to explore. Opinions may vary. I allocated two days and bought a combined ticket, which allowed me to visit most of the attractions. Food prices were generally a bit high; nothing particularly amazing, but I didn't regret it either.
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Wanshuishanwuxiacheng
4.7
/5
12916 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 181 users11104 positive reviews
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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.
I had such a wonderful time at Wansui Mountain in Kaifeng! We happened to be there during the chrysanthemum exhibition, and the entire scenic area was a sea of flowers, perfect for taking amazing photos. What surprised me most were the activities within the scenic area; there were so many interactive NPCs, it felt like stepping back in time, which was really fun. The light show at night was absolutely stunning, illuminating the entire area like a dream. Plus, the prices here are incredibly reasonable; I didn't spend much money at all after a whole day, making it excellent value for money.
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Little Western Paradise
4.8
/5
4181 reviews
8.2
From MYR 20.37
>100 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
13850 reviews
8.2
From MYR 52.36
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 234 users9157 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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Unique Henan Land of Dramas
4.8
/5
5979 reviews
8.1
From MYR 168.71
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864000001992
Address: Northwest corner of the intersection of Ping'an Avenue and Guangxin Street, Zhongmu County, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
High-tech & Henan's cultural essence
56 drama spaces let you be the star
Saved by 287 users5611 positive reviews
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It's definitely worth a visit. There are three major plays: "Ice Fantasy" is suitable for all ages and tells the story of ancient people in Henan; then there's "Li Family Village" and "The Train Station," both quite touching. The train station is a moving theater, which is very interesting. The rest are smaller theaters, each with its own strengths and weaknesses; I didn't quite understand some of them.
It's definitely worth a visit. There are three major theatrical productions: *Ice Fantasy*, suitable for all ages, tells the story of ancient people in Henan; then there's *Li Family Village* and the *Train Station*, both quite touching. The train station is a moving theater, which is very interesting.
The rest are smaller theaters, each with its own strengths and weaknesses; some I didn't quite understand.
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Yanmenguan
4.7
/5
5939 reviews
8.0
From MYR 32.00
Based on 5 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603506100519
Address: Daixian, Xinzhou, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Yang Family's legendary statue
Walk ancient Great Wall path
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Yanmen Pass is an important pass on the Great Wall, renowned for its strategic importance and hailed as "China's First Pass." The Tianxian Gate is the south gate of the pass, with its original Ming Dynasty bluestone slabs inside. The Dili Gate is the north gate, originally housing the Ningbian Tower, now the Yang Liulang Ancestral Hall, showcasing the evolution of ancient cold weapons. Within the pass are also historical sites such as the Li Mu Ancestral Hall and Jingbian Temple.
Our visit to Yanmenguan was an absolute highlight. This section of the Great Wall truly amazed us with its raw, majestic beauty and profound sense of history. We were incredibly lucky to experience it under a brilliant blue sky and with comfortable, crisp autumn weather. The climb itself is manageable thanks to proper trails, making the journey as rewarding as the destination. The final panoramic view from the top is simply magnificent, offering a breathtaking glimpse into China's incredible past. An unforgettable experience for any traveler.
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