10 TOP Things to Do in Shanxi July 2026

A traditional multi-tiered building with ornate roofs, constructed against a rocky cliff face.

A canyon with a river, a bridge, and traditional architecture.

A traditional Chinese pavilion with ornate architecture, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A traditional Chinese alleyway with red lanterns, tiled roofs, and potted plants.

A traditional Chinese street with tiered roofs and people walking.

Things to do

Datong Yungang Grottoes Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda by Car

£165

per adult

Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour

Pingyao Ancient City Walking Tour

£173

per traveller

Datong: Temples and Grottoes day tour with tickets options

£211

per adult

Private Day Tour to Datong from Beijing by Train: Yungang Caves, Hanging Temple

£527

per adult

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What to do in Shanxi

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Hanging Temple

After visiting Hanging Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hunyuan County. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.

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Pingyao Ancient City

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Pingyao Ancient City. You might want to make time for a stop at Pingyao Ancient City or China Ticket No Museum.

Datong City Center

The restaurants and museums are a few reasons travellers visit Datong City Center. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Wenying Lake and Fantawild Theme Park are a few top sights nearby.

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Xinghualing District

If you're spending some time in Xinghualing District, Binhe Park and Fen River Source are top sights worth seeing.

A traditional multi-tiered building with ornate roof tiles and columns, set against a clear blue sky.

Yungang District

While visiting Yungang District, you might make a stop by sights like Yungang Grottoes and Tan Mei Kee Nuns Statues.

Jiancaoping District

Travellers like the historical sites in Jiancaoping District, and Two Dragon Mountain is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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