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Family-Friendly Attractions
Top 50 Family-Friendly Attractions near Xiyang [2025]
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Yanmenguan
4.6
/5
5230 reviews
8.0
From IDR 193182
Based on 5 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603506100519
Address: Daixian, Xinzhou, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
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Yanmen Pass, a strategically important pass in Chinese history, is located in Dai County, Xinzhou City, Shanxi Province. It is a crucial gateway on the Great Wall and is known as "Yanmen Pass is the foremost of the Nine Fortresses under Heaven."
It deserves the title of "China's First Pass."
As one of the most important passes on the Great Wall, Yanmen Pass lies at the chokepoint of northern Shanxi, boasting a precarious terrain ("One man guarding the pass, ten thousand men cannot break through"). Since its establishment by King Wuling of Zhao during the Warring States Period, it has been a fixture of nearly every aspect of ancient Chinese military history. From the Han Dynasty's campaign against the Xiongnu, the Tang Dynasty's defense against the Turks, the Song Dynasty's resistance against the Liao and Jin dynasties, and the Ming Dynasty's defense against the Mongols, this pass witnessed countless battles that determined the fate of the Central Plains dynasties. The legends of renowned generals such as Li Mu, Meng Tian, Wei Qing, Huo Qubing, Xue Rengui, and the Yang Family Generals are all intertwined here, demonstrating its irreplaceable strategic importance.
Yanmen Pass was not only a battlefield but also a window through which the agricultural civilization of the Central Plains and the nomadic civilization of the north collided and exchanged.
Yanmen Pass has become a symbol of the spirit of the frontier in poetry and novels. Li He's "Song of the Prefect of Yanmen" ("Black clouds bear down on the city, threatening to collapse") vividly depicts the desolate garrison there; in Jin Yong's "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils," Xiao Feng commits suicide here, bringing his personal fate and the feud between his family and his country to a climax—these literary interpretations have heightened the tragic grandeur and cultural appeal of Yanmen Pass.
"Symbol of Loyalty and Bravery" in Folklore
In the story of the Yang Family Generals, Yang Ye and his descendants defended Yanmen Pass for a long time, fighting bloody battles against the Liao army. This has made Yanmen Pass a spiritual totem of loyalty and patriotism in folklore.
Yanmen Pass = Ancient China's "First Pass Under Heaven"
One of the most crucial passes on the Great Wall, it was like an ancient "military gate." Whoever controlled it held the key to the Central Plains.
For two thousand years, almost every major war in northern China has been linked to it! Huo Qubing's battles against the Xiongnu, the Yang Family Generals' resistance against the Liao...countless famous generals left their mark here.
✔️ Military Fortress: Easy to defend and difficult to attack, a battleground for military strategists. ✔️ A symbol of tragedy and grandeur: In poetry and novels, it is often imbued with desolate, loyal, and patriotic sentiments.
✔️ A channel for communication: Not only a battlefield, but also a corridor for interethnic trade and cultural exchange.
If you want to experience the warlike cavalry and patriotic sentiments of ancient Chinese history, Yanmen Pass is one of the most representative locations.
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Taiyuan Botanical Garden
4.7
/5
3392 reviews
7.7
From IDR 113637
Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603516995666
Address: Jinyuan District of Taiyuan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Over 3,000 plants & 25 gardens
Seven themed areas & bonsai
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The night view is more beautiful after turning on the lights. I recommend going there in the evening. The park is beautiful. It is difficult to park in the surrounding area. I hope that regular parking spaces can be planned. There are too many street vendors and the environment needs to be improved.
I came to Taiyuan for a concert and stopped by to play. The architectural design and park construction are really well done. I took my kids for a ride in the electric car and learned about many fruits and plants. It exceeded my expectations!
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Baoquan Tourist Resort Area
4.4
/5
5724 reviews
7.4
From IDR 147728
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603736515555
Address: Beibaoxia Road, Xishenzhuang Village, Bobi Town, Huixian City, Xinxiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
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Very good. Henan's tourism industry chain is really doing very well now. It's a good place to take children. The children have a lot of fun playing in the water. The environment is also very good. In summer, except for being a little hot, it is definitely a good place to play. Moreover, the bus can return to the service center at any time in the evening. It's really good and much better than too many attractions.
The park has been closed for several days. I caught up with it today. The Grand Canyon ticket comes with a free ticket to Cliff World. Except for the 15 yuan shuttle bus fee per person when entering the scenic area, the rest of the buses, elevators, and cable cars are free. It's a great place to take your kids out for a tour.
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4
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Dai Wang Fu
4.4
/5
1452 reviews
7.1
From IDR 222728
Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603522992699
Address: Heyang Street, Pingcheng District, Datong
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
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Because Dai Wangfu is newly built, the building itself is grand but lacks details, but it is very well integrated with the performance. We entered at 7:50 pm and caught the palace flame show at 20:00, which was very exciting, especially the final iron flower, which was particularly shocking combined with the Chengyun Hall under the lights. We were also lucky enough to catch the drone show. Basically, seeing the world of Datong, watching the palace flame show, and the drone show was worth the price. The ticket price was 97 for an adult and 65 for a child, compared with the excitement of the performance, the cost performance was still very good, and it was a very fulfilling night!
The summer ticket gives you unlimited entry for three days. There are performances in every courtyard. The iron flower show is spectacular and the best. The world of harmony goes from the first to the fourth courtyard, but the transition is a bit confusing. I watched the palace show on the 12th, which happened to coincide with the first day of the drone show on the 13th. I decided to go up the wall of the Dai Palace to watch it. There were few people and the view was unobstructed. I was very satisfied.
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5
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House of The Huangcheng Chancellor
4.6
/5
4791 reviews
7.1
From IDR 68182
Based on 55 reviews
House of the Huangcheng Chancellor | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603564858062
Address: Yangcheng, Jincheng, Shanxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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The package of Huangcheng Xiangfu, Guoyu Ancient City and Haihui Academy. Huangcheng Xiangfu is still very good. Guoyu Ancient Castle is not big, and the main thing is to experience the underground passage. Haihui Academy sees the twin towers. One day's itinerary is just right.
The Imperial City Xiangfu complex consists of two parts: the inner city and the outer city, with 16 courtyards, 640 houses, and a total area of 36,580 square meters. The inner city was built in the fifth year of the Chongzhen reign of the Ming Dynasty (1632 AD) and has eight large courtyards. The outer city was completed in the 42nd year of the Kangxi reign (1703 AD) and includes the front hall and rear bedrooms, the left and right inner palaces, the academy, the garden, the boudoir, the housekeeper's courtyard, and the river-viewing pavilion.
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6
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Yinxu Museum
4.8
/5
1053 reviews
7.1
From IDR 181819
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8603725993308
Address: Intersection of Textile Road and Yafang Road, Yindu District, Anyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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It truly is a great civilization, with so many impressive collections. The museum is truly new, with a user-friendly design and plenty of restrooms. The air conditioning is incredibly powerful, so I definitely needed to bring an extra jacket. It was a truly worthwhile trip, a truly excellent experience.
I visited the Yinxu Museum for the second time. The female security guard at the entrance was very friendly, always smiling, and worked rigorously. The collection and exhibition layout were also very good. The video animation was cute, clear, and easy to understand. The ticket price was a bit expensive. You can also grab a free ticket for the night show.
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7
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Longquan Ancient Town · Drama Illusion City
4.3
/5
1048 reviews
7.1
From IDR 222728
West Changqing/Longquan Ancient Town | 72 km from downtown
Phone +86031182225888
Address: 石家庄市鹿泉区槐安西路与山前大道交汇处东南侧
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Saved by 218 users861 positive reviews
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There is an ancient city on one side and a water town on the other. It's fun and the performances are great. It's really great and very suitable for taking children to play! I suggest you take a slow walk, watch every performance, walk slowly through the ancient city, and take a boat to experience the night view!
The discount for seniors over 60 is 20 yuan, which is not a big discount, but it is very convenient to buy. The performances in the scenic area are also complete and available at all time periods, which are worth watching.
No.
8
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All Love Park Animal Kingdom
4.7
/5
2019 reviews
7.0
From IDR 543182
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864001077888
Address: No. 99, Yudaihu Road, Yellow River International Ecological City, Qihe County, Dezhou City, Shandong Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
See pandas up close & personal
Ancient animals revived in VR
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Europa Castle is a fantasy kingdom full of joy and dreams. When you walk into this fairytale castle, the first thing that catches your eye is the towering spire tower. The colorful walls are covered with vines, as if you have walked into a scene in a fairy tale book.
The morning sun shines on the spire of the castle, reflecting the bright light. In the square in front of the castle, staff members in gorgeous costumes are preparing for the opening of the park. Some of them are debugging the musical fountain, some are checking the amusement facilities, and some are inflating balloons in the shape of cartoon characters. The sweet fragrance of cotton candy and the creamy smell of popcorn float in the air, making people unconsciously raise their mouth corners.
The most attractive thing is the carousel in the center of the castle. The golden horses are lifelike, with flying manes, some are neighing with their heads raised, and some are eating grass with their heads down. The wooden horse rises and falls with the cheerful music, and the children's laughter rises and falls. There are countless small mirrors inlaid on the roof of the wooden horse, which flashes with stars in the sun, like magic props in fairy tales.
As night falls, Europa Castle puts on another charming look. Millions of colorful lights light up the castle's exterior, making the entire building look like a dream. The fireworks show begins, and the gorgeous fireworks bloom in the night sky, illuminating the smiling faces of the tourists. At this moment, everyone becomes the protagonist of a fairy tale, immersed in a sea of joy.
Europa Castle is not only an amusement park, but also a magical world where people can regain their childlike innocence. Here, adults can temporarily forget the troubles of life, and children can let their imagination run wild. This dream castle weaves everyone's beautiful memories with joy, making ordinary daily life shine with fairy-tale brilliance.
It's a very good park. We went there during off-peak hours and there weren't many people. We rented an electric car for 300 a day, which was really not expensive. The park is designed around the lake, so you can play along the lake without missing any animals, and you can interact with every animal very well.
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9
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Europark of Quancheng
4.5
/5
4909 reviews
7.0
From IDR 338637
>100 km from downtown
Phone +864001077888
Address: No. 08, Tourism Road, Huanghe International Ecological City, Qihe County, Dezhou City (Near Jinan)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
40 rides for family fun
Horse battle & circus show
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The castle is very beautiful. The attractions are mainly for children over 1.4 meters tall. The amphibious vehicle is fun and the staff are very friendly. However, the service of the car rental staff is very bad. My child's feet were rubbed and I wanted to rent a car. The man and woman in the car were talking very badly. The short and fat man said, "Are you a relative of the boss?" He spoke so arrogantly, like a gangster. He said he didn't have a car and said he didn't have a car. He was so condescending. The experience was very bad.
It's worthy of being the largest parent-child park in Shandong. My two children played from morning till night and never felt they had enough. The entertainment facilities are very complete and diverse. I will bring my children here again when I have time.
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10
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The Coal Museum of China
4.4
/5
2192 reviews
6.9
From IDR 136364
Based on 12 reviews
Shanxi Museum/Taiyuan New Town Wuyue Plaza | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8603516180108
Address: No. 2 Yingze West Street, Wanbailin District, Taiyuan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Coal map & Jurassic forest
Ride & mine like miners
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Tickets were issued quickly and the service was excellent. They were still accepting guests even though it was almost 5:00 PM. The guide was very dedicated and continued explaining until 6:30 PM. Every detail was well-informed, and the children learned a lot. It's a rare opportunity. The fees are very reasonable and worth the money. The cultural and creative shop is also very well-priced.
I bought the Shanxi Cultural Tourism Annual Pass, which gave me free admission and 10 yuan for the guided tour. The entire venue is themed around coal, and there's a simulated mine in the back. The facilities are a bit dated, and the 5D movie screen wasn't very clear. I learned a lot, though, and it fulfilled my dream of going down a mine.
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