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Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)

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Things to do in Shanxi

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Shanxi? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Yungang Grottoes

Yungang Grottoes

4.8/521,692 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Pingyao Ancient City

Pingyao Ancient City

4.5/516,219 Reviews
"Night Attractions"
Hukou Scenic Area

Hukou Scenic Area

4.7/512,041 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Jinci Museum

Jinci Museum

4.7/58,861 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
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Xuankong Temple

Xuankong Temple

4.6/56,982 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
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The Qiao Family Courtyard 

4.6/510,694 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Museums"
Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

4.7/57,348 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Wutai Mountain

Wutai Mountain

4.6/57,621 Reviews
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"Mountain climbing"
Datong Ancient City

Datong Ancient City

4.6/597 Reviews
"Night Attractions"
Yanmenguan

Yanmenguan

4.6/53,792 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Wang Courtyard

Wang Courtyard

4.7/58,726 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Little Western Paradise

Little Western Paradise

4.8/51,228 Reviews
"Historic buildings"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Shanxi, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Shanxi dishes and foodie spots.
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SHANXI HOTEL·Restaurant

SHANXI HOTEL·Restaurant

4.5/534 Reviews
Avg. AUD24/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Historic Building"
FENG LIN GE

FENG LIN GE

4.5/5769 Reviews
Avg. AUD20/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Filming Locations"
Parkview Hotel

Parkview Hotel

5.0/541 Reviews
Avg. AUD30/person
"Buffets"
YIN XIANG GE

YIN XIANG GE

4.8/575 Reviews
Avg. AUD17/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
SHAN XI GUILD HALL

SHAN XI GUILD HALL

4.5/5127 Reviews
Avg. AUD24/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Filming Locations"
ZINI 369 CULIANG JI

ZINI 369 CULIANG JI

4.5/5107 Reviews
Avg. AUD16/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
TIANYUANKUI

TIANYUANKUI

4.7/5807 Reviews
Avg. AUD14/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
LAO TAI YUAN KITCHEN

LAO TAI YUAN KITCHEN

4.3/5336 Reviews
Avg. AUD18/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
Bingcui Restaurant

Bingcui Restaurant

4.7/543 Reviews
Avg. AUD17/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
KAI GE JIU LOU

KAI GE JIU LOU

4.9/556 Reviews
Fenglinge

Fenglinge

4.6/5105 Reviews
Avg. AUD17/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
HAI DE LAO HUO GUO QIN XIAN BEI JIE DIAN

HAI DE LAO HUO GUO QIN XIAN BEI JIE DIAN

4.7/5782 Reviews
Avg. AUD19/person
"Hot Pot"

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Datong 2-Day Family Fun Itinerary|Explore the Ancient Capital with Ease

Datong 2-Day Family Fun Itinerary|Explore the Ancient Capital with Ease

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Brooks_76-Emma
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I thought Datong was impressive enough, until I set foot in Taiyuan…

I thought Datong was impressive enough, until I set foot in Taiyuan…

AmeliaAinsworth79
AmeliaAinsworth79
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Be sure to come and see, it's really amazing

Be sure to come and see, it's really amazing

ulthor_0416
ulthor_0416
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The Luhejing Inn, located right in the center of Datong Ancient City, is really fantastic!

The Luhejing Inn, located right in the center of Datong Ancient City, is really fantastic!

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旅人归处主理人
This isn't Iceland or Norway, it's

This isn't Iceland or Norway, it's

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A private hot spring in every room! This hotel is a hot spring paradise!

A private hot spring in every room! This hotel is a hot spring paradise!

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iamhurricane
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I really didn't want to leave Yanmenguan and the Hanging Temple.

I really didn't want to leave Yanmenguan and the Hanging Temple.

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Poppy Dreamy Hugs
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I've been to the Yungang Grottoes five times and finally figured out how to do it right.

I've been to the Yungang Grottoes five times and finally figured out how to do it right.

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