What Best Things to Do are there in Datong?

These are all Best Things to Do in Datong:Yungang Grottoes, Xuankong Temple, Heng Shan Mountain, Datong Ancient City, Datong Museum

What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Datong?

Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Datong include:Yungang Grottoes:4.8, Xuankong Temple:4.7, Heng Shan Mountain:4.5, Datong Ancient City:4.7, Datong Museum:4.4

At what locations in Datong can Best Things to Do in Datong be found?

The Best Things to Do in Datong are mainly located in:Yungang Grottoes:Datong, Xuankong Temple:Hunyuan, Heng Shan Mountain:Hunyuan, Datong Ancient City:Datong, Datong Museum:Datong

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Yungang Grottoes
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4.8/5
󰺂8.9
2067
Datong
14.3 km from downtown
Caves 7 and 8 of Yungang Grottoes Reopen
Featured in 2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Stroll through the grottoes and explore Forty Caves
59,000+ stone sculptures inside caves
󱨠Saved by 819 users󱨠24283 positive reviews
Xuankong Temple
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4.7/5
󰺂8.4
3100
Hunyuan
58.1 km from downtown
The "Buddha in the Sky" spectacle reappears at Xuankong Temple, viewable only in November | Nov 2025-Nov 2025
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Admire Exquisite Wood Carved Murals Along the Plank Road
󰋄Cliffside's breathtaking architecture
󱨠Saved by 759 users󱨠7477 positive reviews
Heng Shan Mountain
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4.5/5
󰺂7.5
9298
Hunyuan
58.6 km from downtown
No. 1 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Datong
Highlights:
󰋄360° views of nature
󱨜Hanging Temple: ancient wooden architecture
󱨠Saved by 128 users󱨠2958 positive reviews
4
Datong Ancient City
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4.7/5
󰺂7.3
2067
Datong.Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area
1.9 km from downtown
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Night Attractions
Highlights:
󱓊Unique blend of ancient & modern
󱓊Ancient & modern city vibe
󱨠Saved by 172 users󱨠236 positive reviews
5
Datong Museum
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4.4/5
󰺂6.8
Datong.Datong South Railway Station/Fantawild Adventure
5.7 km from downtown
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Datong
Highlights:
󱓊Dinosaurs' habitat recreated & displayed
󱨜Artifacts showcase ancient Chinese history
󱨠471 positive reviews
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Datong Fantawild Adventure
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4.7/5
󰺂6.4
20455
Datong.Datong South Railway Station/Fantawild Adventure
6.2 km from downtown
No. 2 of Night Attractions in Datong
Highlights:
Dinosaur Age Adventure Rapids
󱨜Hua Xia Five Thousand Years Theme Area Experience
󱨠5277 positive reviews
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Datong Clay Forest
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4.3/5
󰺂6.3
9918
Datong
20.3 km from downtown
Highlights:
󱓊Stunning sunrise & sunset views
󱨜Near Hanging Temple & Yungang Caves
󱨠Saved by 106 users󱨠628 positive reviews
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Yong'an Temple
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4.8/5
󰺂6.3
Hunyuan
53.5 km from downtown
Highlights:
Admire Yuan Dynasty Murals in Chuan Fa Zheng Zong Hall
󱨜Jin Dynasty ancient temple has seen historical changes
󱨠178 positive reviews
9
Jinhuagong National Mine Park
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4.6/5
󰺂6.1
Datong
14.1 km from downtown
Highlights:
󱨜Admire the unique patterns of coalified petrified wood
Underground Exploration Tour: Experience Industrial Culture
󱨠347 positive reviews
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Datong Volcanic Group
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4.4/5
󰺂5.4
Datong
30.1 km from downtown
Highlights:
󱨜Rare volcanic heritage site
󱓊Volcano cones densely at 3600 ft
󱨠32% positive reviews