China

Taiyuan

Ancient coal capital where 2,500 years of history meet modern China.

Local time: UTC+8
Population: 5.3M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Affordable

Food$$$$$About $12 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $54 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $1.2 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇨🇳 CNY =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

TYNTaiyuan Wusu International AirportMain airport, about 15 km southeast of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Airport busCity centre / train station	¥10-20	30-45 min
Cheapest option; check the desk for the next departure.
MetroCity centre	¥2-6	35-50 min
Check locally for the current airport link and transfer.
TaxiCity centre	¥40-60	25-40 min
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals.
DidiCity centre	¥35-55	25-40 min
Pick a marked pickup point; app works in English.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Taiyuan

Getting around

Metro and buses for the centre; taxis or Didi for longer trips.

Metro ★Lines run across the city; fares are up to ¥6 depending on distance.
Bus ★Local buses cost ¥1 per ride; bus 1 runs along Yingze Dajie.
Taxi / ride appsTaxis start at ¥8 flagfall; expect around ¥15–25 for cross-town trips. Didi is the main ride-hailing app; Uber does not operate in China.
Rental carDriving is busy and parking is tight; walking and buses are easier in the centre.
WalkingWalking works well in the flat centre; bikes and shared bikes also work well on flat central streets.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night covers the old city and Jinci; add a night for a Pingyao day trip.

Best for

HistoryJinci Temple, the old city wall and Shanxi's deep past.
CultureMuseums, temples and coal-city heritage.
FoodShanxi noodles, vinegar and hearty street eats.

Weather by month

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7°-5°Feb🌧 2d

14°0°Mar🌧 2d

20°6°Apr🌧 6d

26°12°May🌧 4d

30°17°Jun🌧 5d

30°20°Jul🌧 12d

28°18°Aug🌧 12d

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17°6°Oct🌧 6d

10°0°Nov🌧 3d

3°-6°Dec🌧 1d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Continental climate with cold, dry winters and warm summers; most rain falls in July and August.

Best time: April to June and September to OctoberMild highs of 17–26°C and fewer rain days. Good for temples and walking.
Winter is cold and dryDecember to February highs are only 3–7°C with lows below freezing. Pack a heavy coat.
Rain peaks in July and AugustAbout 12 rain days each month. Carry an umbrella and plan indoor sights.
Summer is warmJune to August highs reach 28–30°C. Go out early or late and drink water.
Autumn is crispOctober highs near 17°C and November near 10°C. Bring a warm layer.
What to packLayers for spring and autumn, a heavy coat for winter, and rain gear for July and August.

Landmarks 5

Must-see · 5

1
Jinci Temple
Taiyuan's most celebrated ancient site, a sprawling temple complex with Song-dynasty halls, old cypresses and spring-fed ponds that draws visitors from across Shanxi. Go early in the morning to avoid tour groups, and allow at least two hours to walk the grounds. It sits southwest of the city centre; a taxi or local bus is the easiest way out.
2
Twin Pagoda Temple
The pair of brick pagodas is Taiyuan's best-known skyline landmark and a pleasant place to climb for views over the city. The site is compact, so pair it with a walk in the surrounding park. Visit in late afternoon for softer light and fewer crowds.
3
Shanxi Museum
One of China's strongest provincial museums, with superb bronzes, Buddhist sculpture and artefacts explaining Shanxi's long history. It is free with advance reservation, so book online before you go. Closed on Mondays; allow half a day.
4
Taiyuan Ancient City Wall
A rebuilt stretch of the old city fortifications that gives a sense of Taiyuan's historic core and is good for an evening stroll. Come near sunset when the lights come on. It is central and easy to reach on foot or by taxi.
5
Yongzuo Temple
A quieter Buddhist temple known for its distinctive architecture and brick pagoda, worth an hour if you have time beyond the headline sights. It is less crowded than the Twin Pagoda Temple. Check opening hours before setting out.

Cultural

Ancient Site 2

Museum 1

Tower 1

Buddhist 1

Plans

Taiyuan rewards visitors with ancient temples, mountain scenery and hearty Shanxi noodles. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Food

A day built around Shanxi noodles, aged vinegar and street snacks.

Stay: Yingze Dajie. Main east-west avenue; bus 1 runs along it and many sights and shops are close.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 150
Taxis: ≈ CNY 78

Day 1

Vinegar, noodles and street eats

Tickets ≈ CNY 150 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 78

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 932 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
1

10:00–10:30 · Free to browse · tastings often free

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Taste Shanxi aged vinegar. Open roughly 09:00–20:00.

Open Roughly 09:00–20:00
Taxi · 311 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

11:30–13:30 · ≈ CNY 100–200 per person; book ahead

Shanxi noodle-making class

Late-morning session. Book ahead.

Open Sessions usually late morning or afternoon
Taxi · 628 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
3

14:30–15:30 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Zhonglou Street. Snack as you go.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ CNY 15
4

16:30–18:00 · Free

Fen River Park

Walk off lunch. Open all day.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ CNY 14
5

18:30–20:00 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Liuxiang for dinner. Busiest late afternoon to around 22:00.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi · 720 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
6

20:30–21:30 · Pay per stall · most items CNY 10–25

Yifen Street night snacks

Yifen Street for a last snack. Runs to about 23:00.

Open Evening, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 12

1 night · History ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want Jinci Temple and the city's deep past in one full day.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 130
Taxis: ≈ CNY 116

Day 1

Arrive, old town and the river

Tickets ≈ CNY 20 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 34

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

14:00–14:40 · Free

Train station to Wuyi Square walk

Easy walk from the train station toward Wuyi Square. Drop bags at your hotel first.

Open Always open
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ CNY 14
2

15:00–15:45 · ≈ CNY 10–20; check on the day

Chunyang Palace

Small Taoist temple. Check closing time on the day.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:00 · check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
3

16:15–17:15 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Zhonglou Street. Shops open until about 22:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 246 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
4

18:00–19:30 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Dinner: Shanxi noodles and street snacks. Busiest after late afternoon.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00

Day 2

Jinci Temple, then out

Tickets ≈ CNY 110 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 82

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–11:00 · ≈ CNY 70–80 entry; check on the day

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Go early. About 30–40 minutes by taxi from downtown. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter · check on the day
Taxi · 26 km · ≈ 1 h 17 min · ≈ CNY 61
2

12:30–13:30 · ≈ CNY 20–30 entry; check on the day

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Back in town. Lunch nearby first if you are hungry.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:30 · check on the day
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ CNY 22
3

14:00–16:30 · Free with ID registration

Shanxi Museum

Closed Monday. Free entry is common but check on the day.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

Our pick for most visitors: museums and temples on day one, Jinci and a noodle class on day two.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 310
Taxis: ≈ CNY 129

Day 1

Museums and the old town

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 43

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–12:00 · Free with ID registration

Shanxi Museum

Closed Monday. Go at opening to beat the crowds.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 769 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

13:30–15:00 · ≈ CNY 20–30; check on the day

China Coal Museum

Closed Monday. A short ride from the Shanxi Museum.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ CNY 12
3

15:30–16:15 · ≈ CNY 10–20; check on the day

Chunyang Palace

Quick temple stop. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:00 · check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
4

16:45–17:45 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Late afternoon into evening is best.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 883 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
5

18:30–19:30 · Pay per stall · most items CNY 10–25

Yifen Street night snacks

Dinner at Yifen Street. Roughly 18:00–23:00.

Open Evening, roughly 18:00–23:00

Day 2

Jinci, noodles and out

Tickets ≈ CNY 260 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 86

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–11:00 · ≈ CNY 70–80 entry; check on the day

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Morning is cooler and quieter. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter · check on the day
Taxi · 27 km · ≈ 1 h 18 min · ≈ CNY 61
2

12:30–14:30 · ≈ CNY 100–200 per person; book ahead

Shanxi noodle-making class

Lunchtime session. Book ahead.

Open Sessions usually late morning or afternoon
Taxi · 311 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
3

15:00–15:30 · Free to browse · tastings often free

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Taste and buy Shanxi aged vinegar. Roughly 09:00–20:00.

Open Roughly 09:00–20:00
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16
4

16:00–17:00 · ≈ CNY 20–30 entry; check on the day

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Last stop before you head to the station.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:30 · check on the day

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

Eat your way through Taiyuan: noodles, vinegar and evening street food.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 180
Taxis: ≈ CNY 67

Day 1

Arrive, old town and street eats

Tickets ≈ CNY 0 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 27

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

15:00–15:30 · Free to browse · tastings often free

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Start with a vinegar tasting. Roughly 09:00–20:00.

Open Roughly 09:00–20:00
Taxi · 763 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 10
2

16:00–17:00 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Snack as you walk. Shops roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 246 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
3

18:00–19:30 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Dinner on Liuxiang. Busiest late afternoon to about 22:00.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi · 720 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
4

20:00–21:00 · Pay per stall · most items CNY 10–25

Yifen Street night snacks

Second round at Yifen Street if you still have room.

Open Evening, roughly 18:00–23:00

Day 2

Noodle class, park and out

Tickets ≈ CNY 180 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 39

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:30–12:30 · ≈ CNY 100–200 per person; book ahead

Shanxi noodle-making class

Late-morning session. Book ahead.

Open Sessions usually late morning or afternoon
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ CNY 14
2

14:30–16:00 · Free

Fen River Park

Walk off lunch. Best near sunset.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 11
3

16:30–17:15 · Free

Yingze Park viewpoint

Short viewpoint stop. Open all day.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ CNY 14
4

17:30–18:30 · ≈ CNY 20–30 entry; check on the day

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Check closing time on the day before you go.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:30 · check on the day

2 nights · History

First-timers who want Jinci Temple plus the city's old streets and museums at an easy pace.

Stay: Yingze Dajie. Main east-west avenue; bus 1 runs along it and many sights and shops are close.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 110
Taxis: ≈ CNY 218
Hotel: CNY 400–1,000

Day 1

Arrive, old town and street food

Tickets ≈ CNY 0 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 43

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11
1

15:00–15:40 · Free

Train station to Wuyi Square walk

Easy walk from the train station toward the centre. Follow signs, or take a short taxi if you have bags.

Open Always open
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ CNY 12
2

16:00–17:00 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Zhonglou Street. Shops open roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 246 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
3

17:30–19:00 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Liuxiang. Busiest from late afternoon. Try Shanxi noodles and vinegar.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 1411 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11

Day 2

Jinci Temple in the morning

Tickets ≈ CNY 110 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 175

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 26 km · ≈ 1 h 16 min · ≈ CNY 60
1

08:30–11:00 · ≈ CNY 70–80 entry; check on the day

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Go early. Hours are roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter. Check on the day.

Open Roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter · check on the day
Taxi · 287 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

11:15–12:15 · Usually included with temple entry; check dates

Jinci temple fair (seasonal)

Seasonal and only on festival dates. Check on the day before you count on it.

Open Seasonal · check on the day
Taxi · 27 km · ≈ 1 h 17 min · ≈ CNY 61
3

14:30–15:00 · Free to browse · tastings often free

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Back in town. Shanxi aged vinegar makes a good small gift.

Open Roughly 09:00–20:00
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ CNY 16
4

15:30–16:30 · ≈ CNY 20–30 entry; check on the day

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Roughly 08:30–17:30. Check on the day.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:30 · check on the day
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ CNY 17
5

17:00–18:30 · Free

Fen River Park

Sunset walk along the river. Open all day.

Open Open all day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ CNY 12

2 nights · Culture

Museum lovers: Shanxi Museum, coal heritage and temples, with Jinci as the highlight.

Stay: Wuyi Square. Central square with shops and food nearby; easy walking and buses.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 130
Taxis: ≈ CNY 211
Hotel: CNY 400–1,100

Day 1

Museums and Wuyi Square

Tickets ≈ CNY 50 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 60

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ CNY 13
1

09:00–11:30 · Free with ID registration

Shanxi Museum

Closed Monday. Go on a weekday morning if you can.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ CNY 12
2

12:00–12:45 · ≈ CNY 10–20; check on the day

Chunyang Palace

Roughly 08:30–17:00. Check on the day. Lunch nearby.

Open Roughly 08:30–17:00 · check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ CNY 12
3

14:00–15:30 · ≈ CNY 20–30; check on the day

China Coal Museum

Closed Monday. Good for a rainy afternoon.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ CNY 14
4

18:00–19:00 · Pay per stall · most items CNY 10–25

Yifen Street night snacks

Yifen Street snacks, roughly 18:00–23:00.

Open Evening, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 448 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9

Day 2

Jinci, then the old town

Tickets ≈ CNY 80 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 150

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 27 km · ≈ 1 h 17 min · ≈ CNY 61
1

08:30–11:00 · ≈ CNY 70–80 entry; check on the day

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Morning is best, spring to autumn. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter · check on the day
Taxi · 20 km · ≈ 58 min · ≈ CNY 47
2

14:00–15:30 · Free with ID registration

Taiyuan Museum

Closed Monday. Roughly 09:00–17:00.

Open Closed Monday · roughly 09:00–17:00
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ CNY 24
3

16:30–17:30 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Late afternoon into evening is the best time.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 246 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
4

18:00–19:30 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Dinner on Liuxiang.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 982 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10

2 nights · Food

Eat-first visitors: noodles, vinegar and street snacks, with a little history in between.

Stay: Yingze Dajie. Main east-west avenue; bus 1 runs along it and many sights and shops are close.

Tickets & tours: ≈ CNY 230
Taxis: ≈ CNY 207
Hotel: CNY 400–1,000

Day 1

Old town eats and a noodle class

Tickets ≈ CNY 150 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 57

Taxi from your hotel · 932 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ CNY 10
1

10:00–10:30 · Free to browse · tastings often free

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Roughly 09:00–20:00. Taste before you buy.

Open Roughly 09:00–20:00
Taxi · 311 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

11:00–13:00 · ≈ CNY 100–200 per person; book ahead

Shanxi noodle-making class

Book a lunchtime session ahead. You make and eat your own noodles.

Open Sessions usually late morning or afternoon
Taxi · 628 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
3

14:00–15:00 · Free to walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Zhonglou Street. Shops roughly 10:00–22:00.

Open Always open · shops roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi · 246 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 8
4

17:30–19:00 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Liuxiang. Busiest from late afternoon.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi · 720 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ CNY 9
5

20:00–21:00 · Pay per stall · most items CNY 10–25

Yifen Street night snacks

Yifen Street, roughly 18:00–23:00. A second dinner is fine.

Open Evening, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ CNY 12

Day 2

Jinci, then a river sunset

Tickets ≈ CNY 80 pp · taxis ≈ CNY 149

Taxi from your hotel · 26 km · ≈ 1 h 16 min · ≈ CNY 60
1

09:00–11:30 · ≈ CNY 70–80 entry; check on the day

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Morning is best. Check hours on the day.

Open Roughly 08:00–18:00 in summer, shorter in winter · check on the day
Taxi · 287 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ CNY 9
2

11:30–12:30 · Usually included with temple entry; check dates

Jinci temple fair (seasonal)

Seasonal. Check on the day. Good snack stalls when it runs.

Open Seasonal · check on the day
Taxi · 24 km · ≈ 1 h 10 min · ≈ CNY 56
3

17:00–18:30 · Free

Fen River Park

Sunset walk. Open all day.

Open Open all day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ CNY 14
4

19:00–20:30 · Pay per stall · most snacks CNY 10–30

Liuxiang food street

Last dinner in town.

Open Busiest from late afternoon to around 22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 1411 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ CNY 11

Swap in instead

Add a day trip to Pingyao old town by train; check times and tickets on the day.
Swap one city day for the Shanxi Museum if you like history and artefacts.
Spend a half day at Jinci Temple and its gardens if you have not already.

Getting around

Metro lines run across the city; fares are up to ¥6 depending on distance.
Local buses cost ¥1 per ride; bus 1 runs along Yingze Dajie.
Taxis start at ¥8 flagfall; expect around ¥15-25 for cross-town trips.
Didi is the main ride-hailing app; Uber does not operate in China.
Driving is busy and parking is tight; walking and buses are easier in the centre.
Bikes and shared bikes work well on flat central streets.

Where to stay

Yingze Dajie · ≈ CNY 200–500 a night
Main east-west avenue; bus 1 runs along it and many sights and shops are close.
Train Station area · ≈ CNY 150–400 a night
Easiest for early trains and budget hotels; short taxi rides to the centre.
Jinci Road · ≈ CNY 180–450 a night
Good base toward Jinci Temple in the southwest; quieter streets.
Wuyi Square · ≈ CNY 200–550 a night
Central square with shops and food nearby; easy walking and buses.

Food & drink

Try Shanxi noodles: knife-cut noodles (daoxiao mian) and hand-pulled noodles, often with a vinegar-based sauce.
Shanxi aged vinegar is the local pride. Look for vinegar shops and taste before you buy.
Breakfast: steamed buns, millet porridge and fried dough sticks at small street shops, cheap and filling.
Look for local wheat dishes like mao'erduo and kaolaolao; portions are large, so share.
Prices are low: a simple noodle meal is often around ¥10–30. Check menus for prices before ordering.

Tips

Shanxi is famous across China for its incredible variety of noodles and aged dark vinegar
Visit the Jinci Temple for stunning ancient architecture and serene gardens
WeChat Pay and Alipay are absolutely mandatory for daily life
The city has largely shed its heavily polluted reputation, but check AQI during winter
It serves as an excellent base camp for visiting Pingyao Ancient City and the Yungang Grottoes

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Taiyuan Ancient City Wall

Explore the well-preserved ancient city of Pingyao
Walk along the historic city wall and streets
8 reviews · 4.8 rating

Walking tourUNESCO site

Pingyao Ancient City Walking Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (8)

$229View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Taiyuan Ancient City Wall

Visit the Ancient City Wall and Rishengchang Draft Bank
See the Ancient Government Office and other historical sites
6 reviews · 4.8 rating

Entry includedAll 22 sites

Shanxi: Pingyao Ancient City Entry Tickets

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (6)

$41View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Yongzuo Temple

Admire ancient architecture at Shuanglin Temple
See over 2,000 ancient painted sculptures
5 reviews · 4.5 rating

Entry ticket optionUNESCO site

Pingyao: Shuanglin Temple Tour or Entry Ticket Only Option

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.5 (5)

$18View tour

Souvenirs

Shanxi Aged Black Vinegar

CNY 20–60500ml · shop prices

Shanxi's famous aged black vinegar, made from grain and matured for years. Taiyuan is the home of this vinegar, and the Ninghuafu Old Aged Vinegar brand is a local favorite.

Where: Ninghuafu Yiyuanqing, near Liuxiang

Pick the leak-proof plastic container over the glass bottle to avoid spills in your luggage.

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Getting in

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Climate

Landmarks 5

Must-see · 5

Jinci Temple

Twin Pagoda Temple

Shanxi Museum

Taiyuan Ancient City Wall

Yongzuo Temple

Cultural

Ancient Site 2

Museum 1

Tower 1

Buddhist 1

Plans

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Chunyang Palace

Yifen Street night snacks

Shanxi Museum

Shanxi noodle-making class

China Coal Museum

Fen River Park

Liuxiang food street

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Shanxi noodle-making class

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Fen River Park

Liuxiang food street

Yifen Street night snacks

Train station to Wuyi Square walk

Chunyang Palace

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Liuxiang food street

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Shanxi Museum

Shanxi Museum

China Coal Museum

Chunyang Palace

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Yifen Street night snacks

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Shanxi noodle-making class

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Liuxiang food street

Yifen Street night snacks

Shanxi noodle-making class

Fen River Park

Yingze Park viewpoint

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Train station to Wuyi Square walk

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Liuxiang food street

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Jinci temple fair (seasonal)

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Twin Pagoda Temple Landmark quest

Fen River Park

Shanxi Museum

Chunyang Palace

China Coal Museum

Yifen Street night snacks

Jinci Temple Landmark quest

Taiyuan Museum

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Liuxiang food street

Shanxi aged vinegar shop visit

Shanxi noodle-making class

Zhonglou Street old-town walk

Liuxiang food street

Yifen Street night snacks