Pingyao County
Pingyao County Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July 2026
About Pingyao County
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Pingyao Ancient City
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What to do
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Pingyao County, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Pingyuan Gongfu, a peaceful time crossing the ancient city
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A hidden gem for family fun in Pingyao! Stay at this cave courtyard inn and take photos with your kids without leaving the property
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Come to Pingyao, wear gentle purple, stay in an old blue-brick house, and capture a unique traditional childhood
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Step outside to face the thousand-year-old city wall, enter the quiet courtyard right away, and avoid the crowded main street
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Don’t just watch the excitement! This is the most touching way to experience "See You Again, Pingyao"
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Pingyao family travel legend | coffee in the courtyard, leisurely stroll with kids through the ancient city
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Step into a thousand years of history! The perfect match of Shanxi ancient architecture and hanfu
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Pingyao | tranquil Jin-style courtyard beneath the ancient city wall, an ideal spot for family study trips
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Popular Family-friendly Attractions Near Pingyao County
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Luoyang Museum
4.7/53,603 Review
Donghu Vinegar Garden
4.9/51,319 Review
Taiyuan Northern Qi Dynasty Mural Museum
4.8/5428 Review
Popular Cool Water Escapes Near Pingyao County
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Popular Ski Resorts Near Pingyao County
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Zhengding BONSKI
4.9/553 Review
Guangwu International Ski Resort
4.1/513 Review
Western Evergreen Ski Resort
4.0/5118 Review
Liningwujin Mountain International Ski Field
4.3/582 Review
Xiling Ski Field
4.3/545 Review
Colorful Taihang Cloud Ski Resort
4.2/510 Review
Popular Scenic Hotels Near Pingyao County
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Hushan Hot Spring Resort
4.8/580 Review
Chongning Fort Hot Spring
4.9/5184 Review
Longxi Hot Spring
4.2/522 Review
Baipo Hot Spring Holiday Hotel
4.2/579 Review
Piaomiaojian Hot Spring
4.7/561 Review
Sinianguolingyue Hot Spring
4.0/536 Review
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Popular Types of Attractions in Pingyao County
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Outdoor activities | Parks | Amusement parks | Ice and snow parks | Film and television bases | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Exhibitions | Concerts | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Pingyao County
Sanqing Palace | Diyao Temple （Southeast Gate） | China Rare Newspaper Exhibition Hall (Southwest Gate) | Yingxun Gate | Temple of God of Fire | Pingyaoniurou Museum | Pingyao Huiwulin Tradition Martial Art Exhibition Hall | Pingyao County Government Museum - Tingyu Tower | Jigong Temple | Pingyao Grand Theater | Zhongguo Chuantong Xie Culture Museum (jinfuxiang)
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Popular Restaurants in Pingyao County
复兴公饭店 | Ren Zai Bei Fang Restaurant | TIANYUANKUI | YAO GONG GUAN FAN DIAN | Hong wu ji Hotel | Lao Pingyao Restaurant | Xijiebeibaoke Restaurant | 平遥山水花园酒店·餐厅 | HONG YU YUAN | Yunjinchenggongguan | Noodles & Homestyle Dishes | 平遥饭店(又见平遥园区店)·中餐厅 | 董记炒碗托·裕成源店 | 梁先森·酸奶 | 谋生咖啡酒馆 | 康乾记饭店 | Chummy Coffee | 熙来遥·晋菜·传统平遥菜(平遥古城店) | Yide Hotel | 漂一锅柳叶面文化餐厅(滨河花园店) | Dicos (pingyao) | Shunliuxue Noodles (pingyao) | Jnsn Lushi Shop | 老赵家山西铜火锅·烧烤(古城店) | 平遥胡记碗秃(小察院街店) | Tese Snack (pingyaoxianya) | 一道黑牛烤肉(滨河花园店) | 画廊咖啡店 | Shengyan Food (tiansen) | 薛二飞擦圪抖快餐
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Popular Trip Moments
Taiyuan–Jinzhong 2-day tour ultimate guide—bookmark now | 5-Day Journey Through Northern Shanxi | 7-Day Tour of Shanxi | Avoid the crowds—this underrated small city is surprisingly charming | Exploring the secret world of Pingyao polychrome sculpture | A hidden private courtyard next to the ancient Pingyao county government office. Once you stay here, you won’t want to leave | Traveling with kids in August doesn’t have to be expensive. I found some hidden gems | A glimpse of the beautiful sunset over an ancient pagoda in Shanxi, a place that has stood for a thousand years 🧡 Five thousand years may seem far away, but Shanxi is truly close at hand. | 7-day worry-free guide to exploring Taiyuan and nearby areas—book now | Pingyao ancient city wall | Sunset at Yingxun Gate, listen to the thousand-year-old wind | Choosing Yiqu Yasu Club added great value to this Pingyao trip. I can say the most satisfying part of this trip was picking a very satisfying place to stay. | Lazy parent travel in reverse! These 8 cool, uncrowded spots in August have it all | Two-day itinerary around Pingyao Ancient City for an in-depth experience | Where to cool off with kids during summer vacation? 8 tested summer escapes that are so cool you’ll want to wear long sleeves, and so uncrowded it feels like a private tour | A few hidden gem towns you can visit over the weekend | 8 off-the-beaten-path destinations for a cool, crowd-free summer vacation with kids | Pingyuan Gongfu, a peaceful time crossing the ancient city | Reverse tourism is surprisingly great! Weixian is still 20℃ in August with few people. I regret not coming earlier | 4 small cities to relax for 3 days｜high-speed rail direct access, under 800 yuan per person, few crowds and quiet | Students have an amazing weekend in Pingyao Went to Pingyao with my bestie during summer break and stayed near Pingyao Ancient City at Duolanda. It’s about a 10-minute walk to the entrance. | Don’t just visit the city walls and old banks in Pingyao! The twelve scenic spots include the stunning Qingxu Temple hidden in the bustling city | Eight summer getaway spots reachable by high-speed rail, fewer crowds, cooler, and budget-friendly | Don’t just praise David—this “Eastern David” from Shanxi is truly remarkable | 4 small cities for a 3-day laid-back trip｜high-speed rail direct access, under 800 yuan per person, few crowds and quiet | A hidden gem for family fun in Pingyao! Stay at this cave courtyard inn and take photos with your kids without leaving the property | Come to Pingyao, wear gentle purple, stay in an old blue-brick house, and capture a unique traditional childhood | Aerial night tour of Huizhou ancient city | Where to take kids for a cool and budget-friendly summer vacation? This place covers your family trip needs | July–September family summer getaway guide: these 20 spots are perfect for summer vacation with kids! | Don't crowd the beach with your kids this summer; these places are cool and educational
More Things To Do in Pingyao County
Travel Photoshoot in Pingyao Ancient City, Jinzhong[Jinyao Ancient Style Photo Studio (Multi-Dynasty Costume Selection + Classical Makeup Experience + Optional Photography Session)] | Half-Day Tour of Pingyao Ancient City (English Guide) | Jinzhong Travel Photography[Driver and director + makeup and clothing + itinerary customization + aerial micro-film + free negatives + no limit on the number of people] | Wutai Mountain private charter service + Shanxi self-guided tour customized itinerary service | Shanxi Province Tour: Chinese/English/French/Russian and Other Language Guides/Interpreters/Local Escorts|Business/Exhibition Translation • City Walk • Attraction Tours • In-Park Commentary | 1-day tour of Pingyao Ancient City, Shuanglin Temple, and Wang Family Compound in Jinzhong, Shanxi with Chinese and English services (admission tickets not included) | Jinzhong, Shanxi round-trip 1-day tour with private charter to Pingyao Ancient City + Wang Family Courtyard (Chinese and English service available) | Datong, Shanxi: Tour guides/interpreters/local guides in Chinese, English, French, Russian and other languages|Business and exhibition translation/City walk/Attraction tours/In-park commentary | Trip Moments in Pingyao Ancient City, Jinzhong[Jinyao Ancient Style Photo Studio (Multi-Dynasty Costume Selection + Classical Makeup Experience + Optional Photography Session)] | Jinzhong Jinyao Ancient Style Costume Experience (Multi-dynasty costume rental + ancient-style makeup + optional photographer + experience oriental beauty) | 1-day private guided tour from Taiyuan to Pingyao Ancient City and The Qiao Family Courtyard | One-day private charter to Pingyao Ancient Town and Qiao Family Courtyard from Taiyuan | [Jinzhong] Jinyao Ancient Style Hanfu Experience (Multi-Dynasty Costume Rental + Traditional Makeup & Styling + Optional Photography Service + Immersive Oriental Beauty) | [Pingyao, Shanxi] Guided Tours and Translation Services in Chinese/English/French/Russian/Korean and Other Languages|Business/Exhibition Translation • City Walk • Attraction Tours • In-Park Commentary | [Pingyao, Shanxi] Guided Tours and Translation Services in Chinese/English/French/Russian/Korean/German and Other Languages|Business/Exhibition Translation • City Walk • Attraction Tours • In-Park Commentary | One-Day Tour of Shuanglin Temple + Pingyao Ancient City + Qiao Family Compound in Taiyuan, Shanxi: Experience Shanxi's Culture in a Day | One-day private charter to Pingyao Ancient Town and Jinci Temple from Taiyuan | From Taiyuan: One-Day Trip to Pingyao Ancient City and Shuanglin Temple | From Taiyuan: One-Day Trip to Pingyao Ancient City and Shuanglin Temple and Zhenguo Temple | Shanxi Taiyuan Heritage Day Tour: Zhenguo Temple, Shuanglin Temple & Pingyao Ancient City | From Taiyuan: One-Day Trip to Pingyao Ancient City | Taiyuan: Pingyao Ancient City & Wang Courtyard & Shuanglin Temple Day Trip by Train | Jincheng, Shanxi - Chinese/English/French/Russian and other minor languages|Guide/Translation/Local guide/City walk/Attraction visits/Exhibition translation/Hiking/Travel companion | Shanxi Province Tour: Chinese/English/Minority Language Guides/Interpreters/Local Guides | Departing from Taiyuan: Pingyao Ancient City + Qiao's Family Compound + Jinci Museum | Discover 500 years of Shanxi merchant culture in one day | Shuanglin Temple, Wang Family Compound & Pingyao Ancient City Pingyao Private Day Tour | Shanxi Taiyuan: Shuanglin Temple, Pingyao Ancient City, Qiao Family Compound 1 Day Tour | [Yuncheng, Shanxi] Guides/Translators/Local Companions for City Walks, Sightseeing, Exhibition Translation, Hiking, and Travel Escorts in Chinese/English/French/Russian and Other Languages | Live guide for China's eight ancient towns - Zhouzhuang, Wuzhen, Hongcun, Pingyao, Xitang, Tongli, Luzhi, Zhenyuan | Available in multiple languages including Chinese, English, Russian, Korean | Taiyuan Travel Photography[Wedding photo micro-movie aerial photography/wedding follow-up photography/makeup and clothing/charter tour guide customization]