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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 June 2025) | Trip.com

About Shanxi

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

4.8/523,321 Review
"Historic buildings"
Hukou Scenic Area

Hukou Scenic Area

4.7/512,977 Review
"Natural scenery"
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4.5/517,143 Review
"Historic buildings"
"Night view"
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4.8/59,746 Review
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4.6/57,430 Review
"Historic buildings"
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4.8/58,841 Review
"Historic buildings"
"Night view"
The Qiao Family Courtyard 

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4.6/511,119 Review
"Historic buildings"
"Museums"
Wutai Mountain

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4.6/57,750 Review
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4.5/5121 Review
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4.8/51,622 Review
"Historic buildings"
Yanmenguan

Yanmenguan

4.6/54,146 Review
"Historic buildings"
"Night view"
Wang Courtyard

Wang Courtyard

4.7/59,108 Review
"Historic buildings"
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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 Review
Avg. PHP904/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Historical architecture"
FENG LIN GE

FENG LIN GE

4.5/5785 Review
Avg. PHP737/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Filming Locations"
Parkview Hotel

Parkview Hotel

5.0/543 Review
Avg. PHP1,109/person
"Buffets"
YIN XIANG GE

YIN XIANG GE

4.8/575 Review
Avg. PHP638/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
LAO TAI YUAN KITCHEN

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4.3/5336 Review
Avg. PHP683/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
Fenglinge

Fenglinge

4.6/5153 Review
Avg. PHP638/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
SHAN XI GUILD HALL

SHAN XI GUILD HALL

4.5/5371 Review
Avg. PHP919/person
"Shanxi Cuisine"
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4.9/560 Review
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4.4/5114 Review
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4.7/5807 Review
Avg. PHP524/person
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4.9/5247 Review
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