Things to do in Linyi

We had a great time visiting Langya Ancient City in Linyi with my kids! The performances were amazing, and although I’m a foreigner and couldn’t fully understand the stories behind them, the beautiful dancing, costumes, and atmosphere made everything enjoyable.My favourite part was seeing all the lanterns lit up at night. The whole place looked magical! The water show was also fantastic and definitely one of the highlights of our visit.It’s a wonderful place for families and a great way to experience Chinese culture. My only wish is that there were more rides and activities for younger children to enjoy.Overall, we had a fantastic time and would highly recommend Langya Ancient City to anyone visiting Linyi, especially families looking for a memorable evening!

The underground canyon is quite beautiful. It's the first time I've seen a scenic area of ​​this style, especially rare in the north. It's worth a visit. There's a lot of walking inside, the ticket price isn't cheap, and there's a separate charge for shuttle buses.

Upon entering Wang Xizhi's former residence, there's a large inkstone-washing pond, a long stele forest with inscriptions by numerous calligraphers, and an exhibition hall dedicated to Wang Xizhi, offering insights into the rise and fall of the Wang clan. There's also the Temple of the Five Worthies, with introductions to Wang Xiang, Wang Lan, Zhuge Liang, Yan Zhenqing, and Yan Gaoqing. It wasn't very crowded.

The natural scenery is delightful, and the little landscape features are quite unique! Because every step reveals a new view, the climb wasn't too strenuous! Near the summit, there's a fun-filled cloud-top park. It's very comfortable to rest here. You can sit down, pet the cats, gaze at the sky, and have a cup of coffee to recharge. The dappled sunlight under the trees, the white clouds floating in the blue sky, and the innocent laughter of children all around—it instantly makes you feel that life is truly wonderful.

Traveling off-peak, there were few people on the whole mountain. I tried all the projects. I liked the speed car going down the mountain and rafting the most. The children wanted to play a second time. Although the whole process was arranged without any legwork, it was still considered to be walking nearly 10,000 steps. It was a good exercise and a multi-experience. The camp on the mountain was also arranged very attentively. I like it and recommend it

Tianmeng Mountain is definitely worth a visit. The recommended route is to enter from the East Gate and exit from the South Gate, but due to time constraints, we could only exit from the East Gate, taking the cable car up and down. The scenic area is quite considerate; the sightseeing bus and cable car are quite crowded, but the capacity is large, so the wait isn't too long. At the top of the mountain, you can climb the Wanghai Tower for a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. The couplet at the entrance of the Wanghai Tower is worth appreciating. The glass walkway is unforgettable; most people are afraid to look down while crossing it, looking straight ahead or upwards. The mountain breeze is gentle as you walk across, making it thrilling and exciting. The most impressive part is the descent. As the sun sets, the temperature in the mountains drops sharply, and the usual sightseeing bus stops are all converted into tourist buses, making the return journey warmer.

Overall, the Yimeng Mountain Guimeng Scenic Area was quite good, with beautiful and pleasant scenery and basically complete supporting facilities. The only slight drawback was the slightly high ticket price. For a weekend family trip, its price-performance ratio wasn't particularly outstanding. In general, the beautiful scenery could temporarily make one forget the relatively expensive package ticket. However, it was quite regrettable that when I visited on September 26th, 2026, the cable car was still closed, preventing me from fully experiencing all the sights within the scenic area.

For those who love natural scenery, Zhuquan Village is a great choice. Many come from far and wide, but where does the bamboo come from? Here, springs gurgle, bamboo groves are dense and tall, and some springs even have water that's safe to drink. Bring an empty cup to sample the spring water. The scenic area can be visited separately or combined with a group ticket for Hongshiya (Red Stone Cliff). The scenery is beautiful; immersing yourself in the bamboo forest allows you to forget your worldly troubles.

Children's height requirement is 140cm, and the second admission fee for the rafting is 50 yuan per person, but the experience time is too short. The 10 yuan shuttle bus is also unnecessary. Other attractions lack vibrancy and feel somewhat forced, not up to the standard of a 5A-level scenic spot.

The zoo is fairly large, and entry is quick. There's a good variety of animals. However, it seems cleaning is too difficult, as some areas had a strong odor; even the little cat in picture 3 looked filthy. The Capitoline's area was quite small, and it seemed rather listless. There were camels and other animals below the overpass, and a fair number of mosquitoes. The convenience store inside was a bit pricey, so I recommend bringing your own snacks. Hehe.