Title: Pingyao County Travel Guide: Best of Pingyao County, Jinzhong Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Pingyao County](https://expedia.co.uk/Pingyao-County-Hotels.d6050304.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Pingyao County](https://expedia.co.uk/Pingyao-County-Holiday-Rentals.d6050304.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Pingyao County](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Pingyao-County.d6050304.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Pingyao County Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Pingyao-County.d6050304.Car-Hire-Guide)[Pingyao County Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Pingyao-County.d6050304.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Pingyao County Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The modernization of China has unfortunately seen many of its historical cities and landmarks destroyed. One that has been restored and untouched is the ancient walled city of Pingyao. This was one of the few times the crowds of this beautiful city weren't overwhelming and i could take in the beauty and awe of this awesome sight #china #pingyao #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729090/b5f1273a-1429-4b01-a5e4-c0b6009ce4f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The modernization of China has unfortunately seen many of its historical cities and landmarks destroyed. One that has been restored and untouched is the ancient walled city of Pingyao. This was one of the few times the crowds of this beautiful city weren't overwhelming and i could take in the beauty and awe of this awesome sight #china #pingyao #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729090/b5f1273a-1429-4b01-a5e4-c0b6009ce4f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Where time stood still.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981729090/67118e19-859e-4fab-8c7b-b322c924f5a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old Town of Pingyao, China.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050304/fbfa6921-e9a6-4f41-b49e-dc726354b671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maybe one of the few surviving examples of how a China city looked like centuries ago. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140837/05f8ed3f-b8c0-4d58-864d-17a4262ac414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Pingyao County Things to do - Top hotels in Pingyao County - Top Holiday Rentals in Pingyao County ![Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17980000/17974600/17974581/9b3adf6a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street No. 38 Beimadao Street Jinzhong £27 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions China Ticket No Museum and Nine Dragon Screen are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews) The hotel is incredibly beautiful, very clean and the staff is like no other. They really helped us during our stay and were super nice. Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=17974581&PinnedHotelID=17974581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050304) ![Water Hotel Pingyao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19330000/19328900/19328840/85436d26_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Water Hotel Pingyao No. 188 South Street, Pingyao Jinzhong Shanxi £77 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Popular attractions Former Residence ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews) kind people Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=19328840&PinnedHotelID=19328840&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050304) ![Yide Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4760000/4757400/4757331/1454779e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yide Hotel No. 16 Shaxiang Jie Jinzhong Shanxi £116 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions China Ticket No Museum and Pingyao ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews) Great hotel! The building complex itself is one of the most beautiful in Pingyao. Tucked away on a quiet corner near the main street. Really convenient car transfer from the train station. Good restaurant. Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=4757331&PinnedHotelID=4757331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050304) [See all 58 properties in Pingyao County](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6050304) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![lishe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113940000/113937200/113937137/24def8e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### lishe No.7 Yard, Xigeduo Lane Jinzhong shanxi Stay at this aparthotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Yuci Old City and Sanjin Paradise are located ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Pingyao County hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050304&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Pingyao Ancient City Learn about the local history of Pingyao County when you take a trip to Pingyao Ancient City. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pingyao-Ancient-City-Jinzhong.d553248621532752341.Attraction) #### Pingyao City Walls 4/5(1 review) You can learn about the history of Pingyao County with a visit to Pingyao City Walls. Discover the mountain views and temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pingyao-City-Walls-Jinzhong.d6098252.Attraction) #### Chang Family Compound You can learn about the history of Jinzhong when you stop by Chang Family Compound. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chang-Family-Compound-Yuci.d553248621532764695.Attraction) #### Former Residence of Lei Lutai Learn about the local history of Pingyao County when you spend time at Former Residence of Lei Lutai. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Former-Residence-Of-Lei-Lutai-Jinzhong.d553248621532752337.Attraction) #### Rishengchang Exchange Shop Learn about the local history of Pingyao County when you take a trip to Rishengchang Exchange Shop. Take in the museums and mountain views in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rishengchang-Exchange-Shop-Pingyao.d553248621556372428.Attraction) #### Zhangbi Ancient Castle You can learn about the history of Jiexiu with a trip to Zhangbi Ancient Castle. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zhangbi-Ancient-Castle-Jinzhong.d553248621532752328.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kew Mae Pan Viewpoint](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50282497/5142eb35-156c-44a0-8e0d-b77b603f79cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chiang Mai Doi Inthanon Nature, Culture & Highest Point £101 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chiang-mai-doi-inthanon-nature.a50282497.activity-details) ![Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47539854/e2059857-a314-4828-a883-b2704eddb160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour £167 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pingyao-ancient-city-full-day-walking-tour.a47539854.activity-details) [See all activities in Pingyao County](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Pingyao-County.d6050304.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Pingyao County ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6623/9515c0fc-f844-4b90-b4c6-620f2f41832a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Changzhi ![Roofs of Hongmen castle in Wang Family Courtyard in Lingshi county, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140837/7cce035e-bd27-41cd-b6d5-48eda2eda8f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jinzhong ![Mr Li's mansion in Qing dynasty ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000005529/2aecc4d5-51d8-45d7-a17a-c4fb0d7bcb28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fenyang - Cities near Pingyao County [Changzhi](https://expedia.co.uk/Changzhi.dx6623)[Jinzhong](https://expedia.co.uk/Jinzhong.dx6140837)[Fenyang](https://expedia.co.uk/Fenyang.dx3000005529) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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