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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Xia County [2025]
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Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum
4.7
/5
126264 reviews
9.6
From SAR 63.25
Based on 15,041 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 was a good time to visit during off-peak summer vacation. Generally speaking, each museum was not too crowded. You could basically wait for the person in front of you to take pictures. Because it rained, we only visited three museums and did not go to other places. The only drawback was that it rained all day. There was a food street a few kilometers away from the parking lot. There was water everywhere. When I returned to the parking lot, my knees were all wet. The drainage was too poor.
It was a good time to visit during off-peak summer vacation. Generally speaking, each museum was not too crowded. You could basically wait for the person in front of you to take pictures. Because it rained, we only visited three museums and did not go to other places. The only drawback was that it rained all day. There was a food street a few kilometers away from the parking lot. There was water everywhere. When I returned to the parking lot, my knees were all wet. The drainage was too poor.
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
49989 reviews
9.0
From SAR 47.44
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 1391 users41255 positive reviews
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The grottoes and stone carvings are large in scale, majestic, and the craftsmanship is exquisite... Unfortunately, most of the Buddha statues have been damaged beyond recognition, even statues as small as fingers have been damaged. It's a pity!
The 17.4-meter-tall Buddha was truly impressive. After climbing up, I immediately exclaimed, "Wow!" The Buddha possessed a profound presence, and I felt as if he were looking down upon me with compassion. The Longmen Grottoes are definitely worth a visit, though it's a shame to see many of the statues without heads. The scenic area is a bit underdeveloped, and there's a lot of walking involved, so I recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
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Xi'an City Wall
4.6
/5
55406 reviews
8.9
From SAR 28.47
Based on 7,875 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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Since I had a train to catch, I chose a short section of the city wall closer to the train station, from Anyuan Gate to Shangde Gate, a walk that took only a few minutes.
Due to off-peak travel times and poor weather, the city wall was sparsely populated, but it was still a pleasant experience.
Because I didn't pay attention when I came out, my phone battery was low. I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to use the phone to take the subway back, so I only walked half of the city wall and got off to take the subway back. It's a pity. Next time I have the chance, I will definitely walk the whole way.
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Mount Hua
4.7
/5
49317 reviews
8.9
From SAR 84.34
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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There is a high-speed rail that goes directly to Mount Huashan from Xi'an. After getting off the high-speed rail, a taxi costs a few dollars to the foot of Mount Huashan. Time is tight and the weather is bad, so we took the North Peak cable car to take a quick look and then went down the mountain. The mountain is as steep as its reputation says. I will come again if I have the chance.
The Huashan West-Up and North-Down route combines a cable car with a scenic hike, balancing experience and comfort. This route allows visitors to experience the mountain's sheer cliffs (e.g., the sheer cliffs of the West Peak and the sea of clouds at the South Peak) while avoiding the physical strain of traditional hiking. Whether you're on a one- or two-day trip, it's important to plan your transportation and time in advance, especially taking into account peak season cable car queues and mountain weather fluctuations (e.g., wind and warmth). For first-time visitors to Huashan, this route offers the best value for money.
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Song of Everlasting Sorrow
4.5
/5
21877 reviews
8.8
From SAR 99.62
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
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Definitely worth visiting! But you’ll need to understand mandarin, otherwise you’re there just for the effects. The performance was mesmerising, I really enjoyed the show.
It's beautiful and worth seeing. The only problem is that the seats are too close together and you have to endure the heat. But the outdoor live performance is acceptable. The overall performance is great and impressive. You can't do anything without buying the Ctrip lounge. You can't even walk around. The snacks are also very different from the pictures. The sunflower seeds are soggy and not crispy. It's very simple. I feel that the money was not spent. I didn't go there earlier than others. I didn't feel that I got any special service. But again, the performance was great.
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6
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The Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area
4.7
/5
16714 reviews
8.6
From SAR 47.44
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 147 users12076 positive reviews
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The Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River is definitely worth seeing to experience the majestic power of the Mother River. Both the Shanxi and Shaanxi sides said they could feel the roar of the Yellow River more clearly on their side. So, I suggest building a bridge so we can visit both sides and compare the two.
It is very worthwhile to go, and the amount of water is particularly large, which is very shocking. It is really worth the trip. The only two reminders are that it is best to have a raincoat, otherwise there will be too much mud, and the second is that the gate is a bit far from the scenic area, which is really a complaint. But overall, it is still highly recommended.
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7
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Millennium City Park
4.5
/5
19440 reviews
8.6
From SAR 63.25
Based on 264 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
Saved by 248 users14145 positive reviews
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The scenery is nice, there are many performances and various life dramas, and the tourists are highly involved. It is very good, especially at night, when the Qingming Riverside Park is even more beautiful under the lights. If you take a boat trip, it is even more pleasing to the eye and you will linger there. It is well worth a visit.
The experience is very strong, and there are many interactive activities. In fact, it is lively when there are many people, and it is more immersive. The iron flowers at night are particularly beautiful, and it feels great! I will go there again if I have the chance.
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Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
11745 reviews
8.6
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
Saved by 684 users9444 positive reviews
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The Ten-Mile Painting Screen is quite nice, and it's even better on a sunny day. It was raining at the foot of the mountain when we went, but it stopped as we were climbing. It was foggy as we passed the Ten-Mile Painting Screen, so the scenery was quite nice. By the time we reached the Golden Summit, the fog was so thick that we couldn't see clearly from a distance.
It’s beautiful, it’s beautiful, but the only flaw is the rain ☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔☔
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Pingyao Ancient City
4.6
/5
20395 reviews
8.5
From SAR 64.83
Based on 1,382 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
Saved by 439 users12872 positive reviews
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Compared to all the famous ancient cities in China, Pingyao Ancient City can truly be described as a truly ancient city. It retains the features of an ancient city, with its escort agencies, banks, government offices, City God Temple, and Confucian Temple all well-preserved. The only drawback is the lack of signage leading into the ancient city. I wonder if the scenic area is deliberately trying to encourage electric taxi drivers to take advantage of short journeys, but they're taking detours to justify the distance and charge a ten-yuan fare per person. The scenic area also has plenty of clean restrooms, which I commend for their management.
This is a place worth visiting. It is the most well-preserved ancient city. It is recommended that you must find a tour guide when you go there for a short trip, because it is too big. It is a waste of time to find it by yourself, and the experience is not good. If you stay for a while, you can slowly walk around and experience some of the local customs and historical buildings. It is recommended that you go there when you are free. If the long holiday is really crowded, it will be crowded.
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10
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Xi'an Bell Tower
4.5
/5
20033 reviews
8.5
From SAR 15.82
Based on 2,338 reviews
The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation | >100 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 1993 users14772 positive reviews
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This is my second time here. The first time was with my husband. This time, I brought my parents along, and they had a blast. It rained for three days straight, so it was difficult to go anywhere without an umbrella. But overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.
It was my first time here, and I climbed up the bell tower, a landmark building in Xi'an, the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties. I was shocked. The vicissitudes and heaviness of history and the hustle and bustle of modern life complement each other here.
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