Top 50 Best Things to Do in Taiyuan
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Taiyuan

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  • Jinci Museumtop_1
    󰺂8.6
    108
    Taiyuan.Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple20.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Growing Buddhist Relics Tower overlooking Jinci's panorama
    󱨜Jinci's Three Treasures showcase ancient architectural charm
    󱨠Saved by 147 users󱨠11247 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Jinci Museum is located at the foot of Xuanweng Mountain, 25 kilometers southwest of Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, at the source of the Jin River. It is a national key cultural relics protection unit and a national 4A-level tourist attraction. Jinci is world-renowned for its ancient architecture, sculptures, famous springs, and ancient trees. The temple grounds are beautiful, with magnificent buildings and numerous halls, pavilions, towers, terraces, bridges, and waterside pavilions dotting the landscape. The ancient trees are lush and the scenery is picturesque.

  • Shanxi Museumtop_2
    󰺂7.7
    Taiyuan.Shanxi Museum/Taiyuan New Town Wuyue Plaza1.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Ancient culture & iconic architecture
    󱨜Ancient artifacts & unique appearance
    󱨠Saved by 113 users󱨠2011 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    辉子乐行辉子乐行

    The Shanxi Museum houses over 500,000 artifacts, including bronzes, porcelain, stone carvings, Buddhist statues, murals, and calligraphy and paintings. The Jin Marquis Bird-shaped Zun is its most prized possession. The Shanxi Museum is a paradise for family trips and is listed as one of China's 100 best family-friendly attractions by 2025.

  • Taiyuan Botanical Gardentop_3
    󰺂7.7
    41
    Taiyuan.Taiyuan Ancient County/Jinci Temple15.6 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoCosmos flowers in full bloom at Taiyuan Botanical Garden | Oct 2025-Nov 2025
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󰋄Cherry & lotus seasonal events
    󰋄Baobabs & rare plants nearby
    󱨠Saved by 145 users󱨠3690 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    兔子皮的小狐狸兔子皮的小狐狸

    Early winter was the perfect time to visit; the temperature was just right, and there wasn't an unbearable temperature difference between indoors and outdoors. I was very satisfied! The orchids were fantastic, and the cacti were large and adorable. I loved them.

  • Mengshan Grand Buddha
    4
    󰺂6.9
    41
    Taiyuan13.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Night Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󱨜The Bei Qi Cliff Buddha Statue is 46m tall
    Hike along the ancient path to the foot of the Buddha statue
    󱨠637 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    不帅不酷又矮没钱的大叔不帅不酷又矮没钱的大叔

    Everyone knows about the Leshan Giant Buddha, but what about the Mengshan Giant Buddha? Actually, in terms of age, the Mengshan Giant Buddha is 162 years older! In terms of height, the Mengshan Giant Buddha is only second, slightly shorter than the Leshan Giant Buddha! Getting to the Mengshan Giant Buddha isn't very convenient. Public transportation is available, but during the off-season, services are infrequent. Taking a taxi is recommended; taxi prices in Taiyuan are quite reasonable! The climb itself is of moderate length and difficulty. If you want an easier climb, you can take a shuttle bus. Along the way, you'll pass Kaihua Temple, the Iron Buddha Hall, and other smaller attractions. Looking up at the Buddha at its base is breathtaking; it's definitely worth a visit!

  • The Coal Museum of China
    5
    󰺂6.8
    81
    Taiyuan.Shanxi Museum/Taiyuan New Town Wuyue Plaza2.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󰀆4D cinema & underground mine experience
    󱓊Global coal resources exhibit
    󱨠1522 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    M15***54M15***54

    There is a manual explanation, the fee is 50, you can see the exhibition on the ground and go underground to visit the mining process, the cost-effectiveness is high, you can learn about coal mines, it is worth recommending! ! ! ! !

  • Taiyuan Shanxi Merchants Museum
    6
    󰺂6.8
    Taiyuan.Liu Xiang/Bell Tower Street1.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󱨜Old bank site & history
    󱓊Shanxi's rich merchant culture
    󱨠323 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    M57***65M57***65

    The guide was approachable and explained things very thoroughly. I learned a lot, making it a fantastic travel experience! The guide talked for a long time! I think it was excellent value for money.

  • Taiyuan Northern Qi Dynasty Mural Museum
    7
    󰺂6.7
    Taiyuan.Taiyuan Railway Station7.2 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoTaiyuan Northern Qi Dynasty Mural Museum opens | Dec 20, 2023
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󱨜North Qi tomb murals' essence
    󱨜Unique murals of Xu Xianxiu
    󱨠325 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    小溪ོ小溪ོ

    The Northern Qi Dynasty murals, with their fluid lines and vibrant colors, vividly depict the social landscape and diverse cultural integration of over 1,400 years ago. They are hailed as "a visual epic spanning a thousand years" and "an artistic dialogue across time and space." ⏰Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays. 🎫Admission: Currently free, but requires a one-day advance reservation at the Taiyuan Northern Qi Dynasty Mural Museum (GZH). Guided Tours: DP group purchases are available for ¥110 per person, at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. 🚌Transportation: Buses 308, 804, and the Y7 tourist bus are available. A one-kilometer walk is required (runs are infrequent). 🅿️Parking: Limited parking is available, so park on the street.

  • Donghu Vinegar Garden
    8
    󰺂6.4
    Taiyuan.Taiyuan Railway Station4.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󱨜Traditional vinegar brewing experience
    󱓊Vinegar culture experience park
    󱨠807 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    M51***33M51***33

    The scenic area has a complete vinegar brewing process. The tour guide explains in detail. You can taste five or eight years old vinegar, buy vinegar and vinegar products, and the vinegar ice cream is delicious.

  • Taiyuan Fantawild Oriental Heritage
    9
    󰺂6.4
    377
    Yangqu21.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Night Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    󱨜Nuwa adventure & Dayu rafting
    󱓊Immersive high-tech Eastern mythology
    󱨠2541 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    绅禾绅禾

    There were a lot of people today, but it didn't affect the experience. The queues for each project basically took half an hour. I've been here several times, and my children always want to come again.

  • Taiyuan Zoo
    10
    󰺂6.3
    14
    Taiyuan.Taiyuan Zoo/Taiyuan Forest Park5.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 7 of Family-friendly Attractions in Taiyuan
    Highlights:
    7 major park areas showcase a rich variety of animal species
    󱨜See rare birds up close in the Aviary
    󱨠2217 positive reviews
    4.2/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    This attraction is amazing! The natural scenery is stunning, with mountains and rivers mingling, and the air is fresh. The cultural landscape is also unique, with antique buildings and a historical charm that makes you linger.

What Best Things to Do are there in Taiyuan?
These are all Best Things to Do in Taiyuan:Jinci Museum, Shanxi Museum, Taiyuan Botanical Garden, Mengshan Grand Buddha, The Coal Museum of China
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Taiyuan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Taiyuan include:Jinci Museum:4.8, Shanxi Museum:4.8, Taiyuan Botanical Garden:4.7, Mengshan Grand Buddha:4.5, The Coal Museum of China:4.4
At what locations in Taiyuan can Best Things to Do in Taiyuan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Taiyuan are mainly located in:Jinci Museum:Taiyuan, Shanxi Museum:Taiyuan, Taiyuan Botanical Garden:Taiyuan, Mengshan Grand Buddha:Taiyuan, The Coal Museum of China:Taiyuan
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