10 TOP Things to Do in Shanxi (2026 Activity Guide)

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: Temples and Grottoes day tour with tickets options

S$362

per adult

Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour

Pingyao Ancient City Walking Tour

S$296

per traveller

DaTong: Northern Wei Dynasty Immersive Dinner Show Ticket

S$101

per adult

Beijing to Datong See YunGang Cave, Hanging Temple (Bullet Train)

S$891

per adult

4-Day Unlimited Culture Tour to Datong Pingyao Xian from Beijing

S$1,936

per adult

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Datong:Hanging Temple Entry Ticket with Optional Transfer Service

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DaTong: Northern Wei Dynasty Immersive Dinner Show Ticket

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Private Tour Datong Hengshan Hanging Temple Yungang Grottoes

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Datong: Datong Volcano Group & Earth Forest Day Hiking Tour

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What to do in Shanxi

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A large Buddha statue carved into a cliff, surrounded by trees and stone urns.

Yungang Grottoes

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yungang Grottoes during your travels in Datong. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Where to stay in Shanxi

Find the best Shanxi areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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 Xietongqing Ancient Bank.

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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.

Xinghualing District

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

Xiaodian District

Travellers enjoy Xiaodian District for its museums and parks. Consider checking out Yurang Bridge while you're in the area.

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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