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Pingyao Travel Guide

Pingyao, located in the middle of Shanxi Province, is one of China's best-preserved ancient cities. At present, it is also one of the only ancient towns in China to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety. It is also here that China's financial center during the late Qing era was located. The majestic ancient walls of the city are thick and sturdy, and you can feel the culture of the Shanxi merchants all around as you slowly stroll on the cobbled streets with at least 200 years of history. Each of the many Ming- and Qing-era buildings you will see around you have survived for hundreds of years up to the present such as the "yamen" compound, or complex of county government offices, monasteries, temples, banks and armed escort depots. Aside from the ancient city itself, Pingyao and the two other ancient temples of Zhenguo and Shuanglin are definitely worth seeing.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Pingyao? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Pingyao Ancient City

Pingyao Ancient City

8.5
4.5/512,783 Review
"Ancient Towns"
"UNESCO World Heritage - Cultural Sites"
“Seeing Pingyao”

“Seeing Pingyao”

7.4
4.7/54,002 Review
"Performances"
Pingyaoyinxiang Theater

Pingyaoyinxiang Theater

7.4
5.0/52 Review
"Theaters"
Qiao Family Courtyard
Nearby City

Qiao Family Courtyard

7.9
4.5/56,544 Review
"Historical Architectures"
"Museums"
Shuanglin Temple

Shuanglin Temple

6.6
4.7/5804 Review
"Temples"
"UNESCO World Heritage - Cultural Sites"
Wang Family Courtyard
Nearby City

Wang Family Courtyard

7.7
4.7/56,706 Review
"Historical Architectures"
Zhenguo Temple

Zhenguo Temple

6.1
4.7/5325 Review
"Temples"
Pingyao Ancient City Wall

Pingyao Ancient City Wall

5.9
4.5/5721 Review
"Historical Architectures"
"Historical Sites"
Jinci Museum
Nearby City

Jinci Museum

8.1
4.6/55,580 Review
"Museums"
"Historical Sites"
Zhangbi Ancient Castle
Nearby City

Zhangbi Ancient Castle

6.3
4.6/51,179 Review
"Ancient Villages"
"Military Sites"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Pingyao, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Pingyao Juxiange Inn

Pingyao Juxiange Inn

4.9/51,530 Review
Pingyaoxing Hotel

Pingyaoxing Hotel

4.5/51,363 Review
Delian

Delian

4.8/5427 Review
Xihe Academy Mansion

Xihe Academy Mansion

4.8/51,105 Review
Zhongshuyuan Inn

Zhongshuyuan Inn

4.7/5797 Review
Yunjincheng Mansion

Yunjincheng Mansion

4.9/51,051 Review
Pingyao Xinghuacun Inn

Pingyao Xinghuacun Inn

4.8/5114 Review
Youjian Wenhua Hotel

Youjian Wenhua Hotel

4.6/5717 Review
Cheng Shi Ge Inn

Cheng Shi Ge Inn

4.7/5376 Review

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Pingyao dishes and foodie spots.
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Tianyuankui Bar

Tianyuankui Bar

4.7/5626 Review
Average price per person: USD9
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Famous Restaurants"
德居源

德居源

4.7/5111 Review
Average price per person: USD6
"Shanxi Cuisine"
"Famous Restaurants"
洪武记饭店

洪武记饭店

4.9/5198 Review
Average price per person: USD9
"Shanxi Cuisine"
梁先森·酸奶铺子

梁先森·酸奶铺子

4.9/587 Review
Average price per person: USD2
"Bakeries"
"Open Late"
人在北方菜馆

人在北方菜馆

4.9/564 Review
Average price per person: USD8
"Shanxi Cuisine"
祥常泰饭店

祥常泰饭店

3.0/54 Review
Average price per person: USD7
"Shanxi Cuisine"
客回头小吃

客回头小吃

4.5/549 Review
Average price per person: USD5
"Shanxi Cuisine"
Xijiebeibaoke Restaurant
我在平遥等你旅行者酒吧

我在平遥等你旅行者酒吧

4.3/57 Review
Average price per person: USD12
"Bars/Bistros"
复兴公饭店

复兴公饭店

3.2/522 Review
Average price per person: USD8
"Shanxi Cuisine"
晋升炉食铺

晋升炉食铺

4.5/574 Review
Average price per person: USD6
"Snacks"
"TV/Movie Filming Locations"
喜迎春饭店之三碗不过岗

喜迎春饭店之三碗不过岗

4.5/5102 Review
Average price per person: USD6
"Snacks"
"Famous Restaurants"

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Over 25 Scenic Spots Within One Ancient-Town!
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Famous Pingyao Ancient City in Shanxi
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Enjoy Pingyao's City Wall
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Amazing Shuanglin Temple in Shanxi
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Hotel in a Traditional Shanxi House
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Pingyao Ancient City - Shanxi ☆
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Pingyao ancient city fortification and defence. Well, those times were not very calm and peaceful, but Pingyao and its inhabitants were very rich. The strong and well developed defence system was necessary. Now we can observe some part and some artifacts like gunnery, double wall corridor with iron gate and cage. Inner space separating two gates are particularly interesting. The introduction and description are provided on the spot. Pingyao ancient City is very unusual and interesting place. #culturalattractions#museumquest#historicculture
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