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Shanxi Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated July, 2025) | Trip.com

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Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)

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

4.8/524,462 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Hukou Scenic Area

Hukou Scenic Area

4.7/513,586 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Pingyao Ancient City

Pingyao Ancient City

4.5/517,696 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Night view"
Jinci Museum

Jinci Museum

4.8/510,279 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Museums"
Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

4.8/59,817 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Xuankong Temple

Xuankong Temple

4.6/57,806 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
The Qiao Family Courtyard 

The Qiao Family Courtyard 

4.6/511,333 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Museums"
Wutai Mountain

Wutai Mountain

4.6/57,849 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Mountain climbing"
Little Western Paradise

Little Western Paradise

4.8/51,941 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Datong Ancient City

Datong Ancient City

4.6/5135 Reviews
"Night view"
Yanmenguan

Yanmenguan

4.6/54,305 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Wang Courtyard

Wang Courtyard

4.7/59,319 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

4.5/542 Reviews
Avg. GBP12/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Historical architecture"
FENG LIN GE

FENG LIN GE

4.5/5795 Reviews
Avg. GBP10/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Filming Locations"
Parkview Hotel

Parkview Hotel

5.0/543 Reviews
Avg. GBP15/person
"Buffets"
SHAN XI GUILD HALL

SHAN XI GUILD HALL

4.5/5372 Reviews
Avg. GBP13/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Filming Locations"
YIN XIANG GE

YIN XIANG GE

4.8/575 Reviews
Avg. GBP9/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
LAO TAI YUAN KITCHEN

LAO TAI YUAN KITCHEN

4.3/5337 Reviews
Avg. GBP9/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
Fenglinge

Fenglinge

4.6/5153 Reviews
Avg. GBP9/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
KAI GE JIU LOU

KAI GE JIU LOU

4.9/561 Reviews
ZINI 369 CULIANG JI

ZINI 369 CULIANG JI

4.4/5117 Reviews
Avg. GBP8/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
TIANYUANKUI

TIANYUANKUI

4.7/5808 Reviews
Avg. GBP7/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
Hong wu ji Hotel

Hong wu ji Hotel

4.9/5253 Reviews
Avg. GBP7/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"

Shanxi Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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I've returned from Hanging Temple, it was truly spectacular and highly recommended

I've returned from Hanging Temple, it was truly spectacular and highly recommended

EtherealMajestic
EtherealMajestic
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It's no wonder that the "King's Wife" Kun Ling has checked in here!! Extraordinary.

It's no wonder that the "King's Wife" Kun Ling has checked in here!! Extraordinary.

LANE HOWELL
LANE HOWELL
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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
6
This isn't Iceland or Norway, it's

This isn't Iceland or Norway, it's

LotusMeditator789
LotusMeditator789
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Highly recommended (Datong)

Highly recommended (Datong)

agleam.brianna
agleam.brianna
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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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Thanks to Wu Guanzhong, I stepped into a $27 million painted mansion in Shanxi.

Thanks to Wu Guanzhong, I stepped into a $27 million painted mansion in Shanxi.

Elijah.Moore^88
Elijah.Moore^88
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Datong Ancient City!! So satisfied with my hotel choice that I can't sleep...

Datong Ancient City!! So satisfied with my hotel choice that I can't sleep...

James678_White
James678_White
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