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Yan'an Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | February 2026

About Yan'an

Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

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Things to do in Yan'an

What to do

Looking for things to do in Yan'an? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River

Hukou Waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River

4.6/514,262 Review
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Natural scenery
Baota Mountain

Baota Mountain

4.4/53,214 Review
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Mountain climbing
Night view
The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor

The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor

4.5/53,993 Review
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Historic buildings
Ganquan Canyon

Ganquan Canyon

4.7/52,271 Review
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Natural scenery
Yangjialing Revolutionary Site

Yangjialing Revolutionary Site

4.8/5825 Review
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Historic buildings
Nanniwan

Nanniwan

4.6/5149 Review
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Natural scenery
Themed exhibition halls
Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site

Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site

4.8/5971 Review
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Historic buildings
Yanchuan Yellow river Qiankun Bay Scenic Area

Yanchuan Yellow river Qiankun Bay Scenic Area

4.6/51,062 Review
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Back To Yanan

Back To Yanan

4.9/5672 Review
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Live Show
Performances
Maoxiang Grand Canyon

Maoxiang Grand Canyon

4.3/528 Review
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Natural scenery

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Yan'an, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Yanlv·Yan'an Hotel

Yanlv·Yan'an Hotel

4.7/52,662 Review
Wanda Realm Yan'an

Wanda Realm Yan'an

4.6/52,043 Review
Yan'an Tourism Hotel

Yan'an Tourism Hotel

4.6/5441 Review
Luyi Garden Hotel

Luyi Garden Hotel

4.6/5731 Review
Zaoyuan Hotel

Zaoyuan Hotel

4.7/51,007 Review
Merlinhod Hotel

Merlinhod Hotel

4.6/5701 Review
Wanda Jin Yan'an

Wanda Jin Yan'an

4.6/51,157 Review
Eastern Shrine Hotel

Eastern Shrine Hotel

4.7/51,539 Review
Red Ballad

Red Ballad

4.5/5714 Review

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Yan'an dishes and foodie spots.
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魏天山油泼黄河鲤鱼延安名菜(百米大道店)

魏天山油泼黄河鲤鱼延安名菜(百米大道店)

4.7/519 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €8/person
老延安·延安菜·小米加步枪(宝塔山店)

老延安·延安菜·小米加步枪(宝塔山店)

4.9/531 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €10/person
JINKUNGE·TONGLUSHUANROU

JINKUNGE·TONGLUSHUANROU

5.0/59 Review
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Hot Pot
Avg. €12/person
绿色干豆角家常菜

绿色干豆角家常菜

5.0/52 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €6/person
Xiaofeiyang (sainaguojidian)

Xiaofeiyang (sainaguojidian)

4.6/515 Review
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Hot Pot
Avg. €11/person
Laoshijiayangzasui

Laoshijiayangzasui

4.7/521 Review
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Snacks
Avg. €4/person
外婆印象(中心街店)

外婆印象(中心街店)

5.0/52 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €6/person
黄土情食府(枣园路店)

黄土情食府(枣园路店)

3.6/59 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €7/person
生态园土菜鱼庄

生态园土菜鱼庄

4.8/512 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. €11/person
Local flavor

Local flavor

4.0/59 Review
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Home-style Chinese
Avg. €8/person
海底捞火锅(万达广场店)

海底捞火锅(万达广场店)

4.5/52 Review
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Hot Pot
Avg. €12/person
Yao Dong Ren Jia

Yao Dong Ren Jia

2.3/53 Review
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Home-style Chinese
Avg. €10/person

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