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Top 10 Best Things to Do in Xiangyang [2025]
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The City of Tang Dynasty
4.4
/5
5890 reviews
7.2
From NZD 13.55
Xiangyang Ancient City/China Tang Town | 9.2 km from downtown
Phone +8607103063333
Address: Group 4, Shijiamiao Village, Xiangyang Road, Xiangcheng District, Xiangyang City (opposite to Xijiachi)
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Night Attractions
Highlights:
Watch Tang Dynasty Dream Show
Live Tang Dynasty show regularly
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As a filming location for movies and TV series such as *The Legend of the Demon Cat*, Tang City boasts magnificent and exquisitely detailed Tang-style architecture, including the Zhuque Gate and Mingde Gate, allowing visitors to feel as if they have traveled back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty.
The buildings and gardens within the scenic area complement each other, and the surrounding waterways create a beautiful landscape.
A nighttime tour of Tang City amazed me at the grandeur of this man-made film and television city.
There were many performances, and the scale was quite impressive, but why didn't it feel truly breathtaking? I offer the following analysis:
1. The actors weren't particularly dedicated. Their expressions were dull, their movements were unfocused, and even when they approached the audience, they weren't enthusiastic. The group performances weren't cohesive. Perhaps they were tired from performing multiple shows daily and didn't really enjoy the job.
2. The scriptwriting wasn't professional enough. Three large-scale performances, recommended by netizens as highly worth seeing—Mingde's Victory Song, Suzaku's Display of National Prestige, and Fireworks at Hu Yulou—had no plot at all. They also lacked any relevant content; they were simply light and music shows. If I could offer a suggestion, I'd definitely design them according to a timeline. The first could depict the Tang Dynasty facing war, with assassins attacking the city and warriors rushing to the rescue. The second could see soldiers defending their country, a general returning victorious, and meeting a beautiful woman. The third could feature a beautiful scene of the flourishing Tang Dynasty, with fireworks and water curtains celebrating its splendor. Adding excellent lighting and sound effects would have been even better. 3. There were so many programs, and the venue design was a mess. It was difficult to run around.
Overall, the ticket price was worth it, and the schedule was very fulfilling. The venue was beautiful, with many photo-worthy spots, and it was a very pleasant experience.
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Ancient Longzhong
4.4
/5
4334 reviews
7.1
From NZD 16.02
Based on 66 reviews
Gulongzhong/Hubei College of Arts and Sciences | 12.3 km from downtown
Phone +8607103775067
Address: Yinji Village, Xiangyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Lush forest & 1,004 ft peak
Historical reenactment & performance
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The scenic area features a live-action performance of "The Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage," allowing visitors to experience history vividly.
Tenglong Pavilion offers panoramic views, Yueying Flower Valley boasts a sea of flowers in all four seasons, Laolong Cave is a secluded bamboo forest with babbling brooks, and there are also thrilling attractions like the jungle roller coaster, catering to the needs of different visitors.
Adult tickets (including sightseeing bus) start at 87 yuan, family tickets (2 adults and 1 child) from 200 yuan, and free admission is available for children and seniors.
The Ancient Longzhong Scenic Area is located in the western suburbs of Xiangyang City, about 10 kilometers from the city center. It is easily accessible by public bus; you can take a shuttle bus from the visitor center to the scenic area. The area is tranquil, beautiful, and rich in Three Kingdoms culture, featuring attractions such as the Wuhou Temple, the Ancient Longzhong Archway, and the Tenglong Pavilion. It is well worth a visit.
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OCT Fabland
5.0
/5
9927 reviews
6.4
From NZD 17.25
Xiangyang East Railway Station / OCT FABLAND Busin | 13.7 km from downtown
Phone +8607103730000
Address: 湖北省襄阳市襄州区华侨城奇幻度假区奇妙镇内(奇梦海滩水乐园斜对面)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Mystical experience with diverse performances
Mystical performances & experiences await
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Xiangyang Fantasy Valley was so much fun! The rides were thrilling and varied, the interstellar travel effect was breathtaking, and the secret realm rafting was refreshing and fun. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the park was clean and orderly. We spent a whole day there and still wanted more! It's definitely worth coming back, and I highly recommend it to adventure lovers!
Combining an amusement park, hot springs, and family-friendly attractions, this resort offers thrilling adventures in its fantasy valley, soothing relaxation in its hot springs, and a whimsical, childhood-themed experience. With comprehensive facilities and local cultural elements, it's perfect for family trips or leisure vacations!
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Xiangyang Ancient City
4.6
/5
1090 reviews
6.0
Based on 75 reviews
Xiangyang Ancient City/China Tang Town | 5.1 km from downtown
Phone +8607103592235
Address: No. 2, Fengjia Lane, Xiangcheng District, Puyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Lanterns & night views
Panoramic view of Xiangyang
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In this era of frenzied tourism boom, someone suddenly overturned the table in Hubei.
It wasn't Wuhan, spoiled by cherry blossoms and the Yangtze River Bridge; nor Yichang, whose reputation rests on the Three Gorges Dam; nor even Shiyan, home to the Taoist sacred mountain Wudang.
It was Xiangyang.
The data speaks for itself. Even without looking at the cold, hard statistics, just seeing the crowds during Spring Festival or National Day—the kind where shoes fall off in the crush—you can feel an unusual surge of excitement.
Overnight, this city, always associated with war, bloodshed, and defense in textbooks, became the dream destination for tourists nationwide.
Before, when people mentioned this place, they thought of Guo Jing and Huang Rong defending Xiangyang to the death. Although that was a story by Jin Yong, now, standing at the foot of those city walls, touching those bricks as hard as iron, you might think that the story might actually be true.
This place possesses a unique spirit, a heroic spirit forged from the relentless weight of history borne out over millennia in the heart of the Central Plains, a spirit that resonates perfectly with the profound sense of history that young people today seek.
🏰 Xiangyang, an ancient city with a 2800-year history, is not only known as the "First City of China," but also the heroic city in Jin Yong's novel *The Legend of the Condor Heroes*. It witnessed the fiery years of the Three Kingdoms period and carries the dreams of countless martial arts enthusiasts.
🎉 During the Spring Festival, strolling through the ancient city of Xiangyang, red lanterns hang high, the blue brick walls are decorated with colorful lights, and the streets and alleys are bustling with activity, the air filled with a strong festive atmosphere. The couplets, "The Han River flows eternally, its charm enduring; Xiangyang forever holds spring in every home," exude the fragrance of ink, intertwining with the festive spirit, making one feel as if transported through time.
🚶♂️ Wandering through the ancient city, climbing the Linhan Gate, touching the traces of history, one can almost hear the echoes of the martial arts world. The "Heroic Xiangyang City" event and intangible cultural heritage market in Guanjia Lane are particularly lively. Wearing Hanfu (traditional Han clothing) and tasting Xiangyang delicacies, one feels transported back a thousand years, immersed in that martial arts world.
🌉 From Zhaomingtai to Linhan Gate, a mere 1-kilometer stretch, lies a legacy of a thousand years of prosperity. Shops line the streets, and crowds throng the area, making it the most bustling section of the ancient city. Imagine, a thousand years ago, this place was just as vibrant.
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5
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Mi Fu Memorial Temple
4.4
/5
639 reviews
5.7
From NZD 4.85
Based on 7 reviews
Wal-Mart/Fanyue Mall | 3.5 km from downtown
Phone +8607103433316
Address: No. 2, Yanjiang Avenue, Fancheng District, Puyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Lush trees & numerous monuments
Mi Fu Memorial Shrine & Art
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Everyone should have a "first mountain" in their heart. Maybe it is not the highest or the most beautiful, but it must be the one you are most determined to climb and the warmest when you look back. It is an irreplaceable coordinate on your spiritual map.
This area primarily features the Mi family's ancestral hall, along with some stone carvings. It's perfect for those who enjoy history, especially those who appreciate the historical context.
We wandered around for about an hour, but Xiangyang was incredibly hot. 🔥🔥🔥
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