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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Xinye [2025]
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Longmen Grottoes
4.7
/5
48924 reviews
9.0
From €10.84
Based on 1,619 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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The Longmen Grottoes are worth a visit. You have to hire a tour guide to explain the history thoroughly so that you can understand the inside story. The tour guide is also very good. She explains some places first and then takes everyone up to see them. In this way, you can see them with knowledge and understand them very clearly. The night view is very beautiful and cool. There are a lot of tourists during off-peak hours. It is conceivable that there are many people traveling with children.
The famous Longmen Grottoes were incredibly crowded during the summer, making it incredibly hot. We had to queue up to climb the steps to see the caves. The Vairocana Buddha lived up to its reputation and was quite impressive, but the rest was just okay. While the Longmen Grottoes are a bit less impressive than the Yungang Grottoes, they're still worth a visit. For a cooler experience, rent an electronic guide during the off-season and take your time exploring and listening. The parking lot outside the scenic area is quite large. We parked at the northwest gate, but it was still quite a walk to the scenic area. We definitely need to take one of the electric sightseeing carts, as it's quite demanding. If you have time, visit Bai Garden, home to Bai Juyi's tomb. A full day is enough to explore it. Half-day guides are just superficial.
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Yellow Crane Tower
4.6
/5
67771 reviews
9.0
From €7.83
Based on 1,359 reviews
Yellow Crane Tower/Wuchang Railway Station | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864006960006
Address: No.1, Xishanpo, Snake Mountain, Wuchang District, Wuhan
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Famous cultural landmarks in Chinese history
Yangtze River Bridge & 3 towns views
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The current Yellow Crane Tower, completed in 1985, sits on the banks of the Yangtze River. Every floor offers panoramic views of the city. Inside, there are large murals and a model of the tower. The entire scenic area is vast, allowing you to stroll around for an hour or two. As one of the Four Great Towers, it's a must-see when visiting Wuhan.
It's a bit tasteless. We went there at night. To be honest, it was very average. The performance was also very short. I brought my children here, so it would be a pity not to go. After entering, I felt it was very tasteless. The price did not match the attraction. I thought there were four performances, which would be pretty good. As a result, I could only laugh at this performance. The elevator cost ten yuan per person to go upstairs, and the same applies to children. The important thing is that you can only take the elevator up after paying, not down, and you can only go downstairs by yourself. If I didn't have a herniated disc and my back hurt, I really wouldn't spend money to accompany my children. It's too unfair.
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Laojunshan Mountain Scenic Spot
4.6
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11453 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
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A mountain is not famous for its height, but for the presence of immortals. The drizzle and breeze were just right when I went there. The gift of nature is truly beautiful. Only when humans and nature coexist in harmony can we create infinite miracles.
We went there in the morning and it was a bit rainy. We couldn't see anything about the Ten Mile Painting Screen. It was all foggy, ten miles of fog... The sun came out when we got down the mountain. The entrance fee was 100, the first cable car was 130, the second cable car was 75 more, and the parking fee was 10. The total cost for one trip was at least 315. It was too expensive and the value for money was too low.
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Qingchuan Pavilion Park
4.7
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6237 reviews
8.3
Based on 49 reviews
Wuhan International Expo Center | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602784710887
Address: No. 86, Xima Chang Street, Hanyang District, Wuhan
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Faces Yellow Crane Tower (Yangtze River）
Wuhan's top wedding photo spot
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Good, good! We went during the day. It has historical and cultural value. Built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty to commemorate Dayu's flood control efforts, it's an important symbol of Wuhan's history and culture. It offers excellent views, facing the Yellow Crane Tower across the river. It's a national AAA-rated scenic spot with free admission, making it a very cost-effective tourist attraction.
The clear river reveals the trees of Hanyang, and the fragrant grass covers the Parrot Island. This is the best place to view the Yangtze River and the three towns of Wuhan. The Yuji Palace itself has a long history, but the scenic area is too small and too single, resulting in a tour time of only about an hour. In short, except for the lack of content, it is worth recommending.
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Hubei Provincial Museum
4.9
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6128 reviews
8.2
Based on 480 reviews
Chuhehan Street/East Lake/Hubei Provincial Museum | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602786794127
Address: No. 156, Donghu Road, Wuchang, Wuchang District, Wuhan
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Enjoy the rich sound of chime bells show
Stroll East Lake Scenic Area
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Going in the morning when the park opens was the right decision. We missed the crowds at every point, and seeing the cultural relics up close was quite stunning. After a tiring day, listening to the chime performance was very nice! The entire itinerary followed the pace of our guide, Shang, and was very comfortable. The explanations were also very interesting, making it a worthwhile trip for children.
The Hubei Provincial Museum is truly one of the top ten museums. Its grandeur and splendor are truly remarkable. Each rare treasure is truly captivating. Guide Shang's gentle explanations bring each treasure to life, allowing children to gain a deeper understanding of ancient culture. The final chime performance was breathtaking, offering a glimpse into the essence of an ancient symphony.
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Unique Henan Land of Dramas
4.8
/5
5627 reviews
8.1
From €36.12
>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
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This place is truly worth a visit. Spend a day immersing yourself in the pure, unspoiled culture of the Central Plains, encompassing stories from thousands of years ago, modern times, happening right next to you, and stories you've heard since childhood. The visuals are powerful and impactful, and each theater experience is unique each time you visit. The price may seem high, but it's truly worth it. Many of the plays are touching, and many leave you thinking. 🤔
You can spend a whole day there, and there are places to rest and eat. The area is well-established, and the service is excellent. It's also a great place for photos and check-ins. I wouldn't recommend bringing young children, but it's educationally valuable for those in elementary school. This place embodies youth, history, open-mindedness, impulse, passion, and regret...
It's a place you can spend a whole day in. Due to time constraints, we only bought a ticket for one big show. The rest were many small shows. The performances were all great, and the scenes were great, very suitable for taking pictures. It's still nice to walk around and watch the performances slowly.
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Wudang Scenic Spot
4.5
/5
11589 reviews
8.0
From €31.78
Based on 31 reviews
Wudang Scenic Spot/Wudang Dream | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8619971443911
Address: No. 13, Yongle Road, Taihe Street，Danjiangkou City ，Shiyan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
From base to Golden Summit
Thrilling cliffside incense experience
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Wudang Mountain, located in Danjiangkou, Shiyan City, in northwestern Hubei Province, belongs to the eastern section of the Daba Mountains. Also known as Taihe Mountain and Xianshi Mountain, it was also known in ancient times as "Taiyue," "Xuanyue," and "Dayue." Standing at 1,612 meters above sea level and covering a scenic area of 312 square kilometers, it combines the majesty of Mount Tai, the danger of Mount Hua, the beauty of Mount Emei, the wonders of Mount Huangshan, and the seclusion of Mount Qingcheng.
Wudang Mountain is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site and a national key scenic spot in China. It is also a renowned Taoist mountain and the birthplace of Wudang Kung Fu, and is known as "an unparalleled scenic spot throughout history and the world's first immortal mountain."
Wudang Mountain is divided into six scenic areas: Golden Summit Scenic Area, Purple Cloud Palace Scenic Area, Nanyan Palace Scenic Area, Taizipo Scenic Area, Five Dragons Palace Scenic Area, and Laoying District Scenic Area.
The location of the attraction was very convenient, and we easily found the entrance. The scenery was breathtaking and truly captivating. We took photos and sampled some delicious local snacks!
The visitor service was also very attentive. The staff were friendly and enthusiastic, answering all our questions and helping us better understand local tourism and culture. We also attended a local cultural performance, which gave me a deeper understanding of the history and traditions of this region.
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Songshan Shaolin Scenic
4.4
/5
15223 reviews
7.9
From €9.63
Based on 750 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86037162745000
Address: Nanyue Mountain, Zhongyue Mountain, Dengfeng City, Zhengzhou City (about 13 kilometers northwest of the city)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
7 daily Shaolin Kung Fu performances
The ancestral monastery of Zen, where Bodhidharma founded the mind-to-mind transmission
Saved by 491 users8658 positive reviews
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Shaolin Temple, a thousand-year-old temple, is well worth a visit. The Forest of Steles is magnificent. Besides the Shaolin Temple, there are two cable car routes. One leads to Shaoshi Mountain, which I took, and the scenery was average. The other leads to Sanhuangzhai, which is said to have more beautiful scenery.
You have to go to the thousand-year-old Shaolin Temple and Shaolin Kung Fu. I finally realized what I had longed for. I ate vegetarian food, which was delicious. I also watched the Shaolin Kung Fu performance (it is recommended to reserve a seat early). It was very exciting. I took the cable car to see the highlight, the Book Cliff, which was very spectacular.
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The Three Gorges Dam Tourism Area
4.6
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6529 reviews
7.9
Based on 589 reviews
Three Gorges Dam Tourist Area/Sandouping | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607176763498
Address: Sanxiaba District, Sandouping Town, Yiling District, Yichang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
262m-high viewpoint & 185 platform
Explore Qu Yuan & Wang Zhaojun
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The stay was quite good. The room has double-layer soundproof glass and the service attitude is good. It is very convenient for family travel. The hotel also has a parking lot. The room is also very user-friendly, with a special air-conditioning vent and clothes drying rack. After staying in so many hotels, this is the only one I like. Thumbs up!
Seeing the Three Gorges Dam up close is truly spectacular, though the scenery is a bit monotonous, but it does enhance national pride. Watching ships entering and exiting the five-level ship lock at Tanziling was a novel experience. I chose the High Gorges and Flat Lakes cruise, but I was disappointed that I didn't have a boat lift. Visiting the dam area in the summer can be very sunny, so be sure to wear sunscreen.
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Shennongjia Tourism Area
4.6
/5
4160 reviews
7.9
From €23.84
>100 km from downtown
Phone +869942333
Address: Shennongjia, Hubei, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 days
Highlights:
360° panoramic sea of clouds
Golden snub-nosed monkeys' habitat
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The scenery of Shennongjia is so beautiful, especially the scenery of Shennongding and Dajiu Lake. The weather is very cool and you don’t feel the summer heat. The temperature around 22 in the morning and evening is so comfortable.
The service at the scenic area was excellent, and it was indeed very cool, but time your visit wisely.
I was very satisfied with the Dajiu Lake Scenic Area. We arrived there on our first stop, though entering at 4 PM was a bit late. The scenery was beautiful, and since we arrived late, we only had a brief interaction with the deer. We had a lot of fun with the swans. We rode the train, bus, and shuttle bus, and also walked a bit, taking some satisfying sunset photos.
Pingqian Ancient Town is very lively at night, with lots of activities, but it quiets down after 10 PM.
The Shennongding Scenic Area was awkward when we arrived. It was drizzling, but it wasn't heavy, but the entire route from Taiziya to Lingxiutai was foggy and cold, making it impossible to see anything. Tourists were generally too cold to leave the car. Once we reached Shennongying and could see the surrounding area, we realized we could only climb to Shennongding from the observation deck. In the end, we only saw golden monkeys at Xiaolongtan, so I can't say much about it. However, the sights we did see on the way up and down the mountain were still breathtaking. Muyu Shopping District and Muyu Town are two completely different things. Tourists are mostly concentrated in Muyu Shopping District, which is quite lively.
Due to time constraints and itinerary constraints, I didn't visit the Tianyan Scenic Area, so I can't comment on it.
The Guanmenshan Scenic Area has the most attractions, but the underground river is a bit awkward. I just started to get interested, but it was filled with wine jars. The rock beehives in the Bee Garden are impressive, but the rest of the area is full of vendors. The Panda House was overcrowded. I saw one panda sleeping while another was sprinting back and forth between the indoors and the water's edge in the scorching sun. The Natural History Museum was average, with the Zoological and Botanical Halls having their own unique characteristics, and the Scientific Research Hall was also quite interesting. The Giant Salamander Garden was a bit awkward and uninteresting because a landslide closed the road. The bear, squirrel, and sika deer enclosures behind it were inaccessible, and I didn't get to feed them, which was a shame.
The Tianshengqiao Scenic Area is unique and cool. Tianshengqiao is the first stop for visitors entering Shennongjia from Xingshan. Traffic jams are common, and the staff only advised parking on the roadside and walking a few hundred meters into the area. The scenery in the first half of the plank road was beautiful, but the second half was filled with selling goods, which ruined my mood and I couldn't wait to get out.
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