Pingyao Ancient City Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pingyao City Walls
You can learn about the history of Pingyao County with a visit to Pingyao City Walls. Discover the mountain views and temples in this culturally rich area.
Pingyao Ancient City
Learn about the local history of Pingyao County when you take a trip to Pingyao Ancient City. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Former Residence of Lei Lutai
Learn about the local history of Pingyao County when you spend time at Former Residence of Lei Lutai. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Pingyao Confucian Temple
Pingyao Confucian Temple is just one of the places to see in Pingyao County, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views and temples in this culturally rich area.
Nine Dragon Screen
Learn about the local history of Pingyao County with a stop at Nine Dragon Screen. Take in the museums and mountain views in this culturally rich area.
Xietongqing Ancient Bank
You can study the exhibits at Xietongqing Ancient Bank, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Pingyao County. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Things to do
Pingyao Ancient City Full-Day Walking Tour
Chiang Mai Doi Inthanon Nature, Culture & Highest Point
Top hotels in Pingyao Ancient City
Yide Hotel
Great hotel! The building complex itself is one of the most beautiful in Pingyao. Tucked away on a quiet corner near the main street. Really convenient car transfer from the train station. Good restaurant.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Water Hotel Pingyao
kind people
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hongxingju Inn
Other than the fact that no one was there when I arrived and I had to call and wait for them, things were great. The hot water also took a while to arrive and didn't last long. But the staff were helpful and the location was close to most of what you want to see in Pingyao.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2023
Pingyao Hongyuyuan Inn
The place is located at South Avenue within the ancient city, near to Pingyao South Gate, or 15min walking distance from Small South Gate (alternative, take buggy for 10yuan). The signage for Hongyuyuan hotel was not obvious, it is easier to find using address. The staff is friendly and welcoming. ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024
Jing's Residence
A true oasis in a busy tourist town. Amazing service, friendly staff, superb location... this beautifully designed boutique hotel is simply the best in Pingyao or even the entire province of Shanxi!
Reviewed on 9 May 2019
Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street
The hotel is incredibly beautiful, very clean and the staff is like no other. They really helped us during our stay and were super nice.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Pingyao Ancient City
Yuci District
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Yuci District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chang Family Compound or Jinzhong Wanda Plaza.
