Taiyuan — Travel Guide for Foreign Visitors
Airport transfers, signature food and top things to do — everything a visitor needs in Taiyuan.
Shanxi's capital, gateway to the Pingyao old town and the Yungang Grottoes.
🍜 Signature dishes in Taiyuan
- 刀削面Knife-cut Noodles
- 莜面栲栳栳Oat Noodle Rolls
- 头脑Tounao Soup
- 过油肉Fried Pork Slices
- 平遥牛肉Pingyao Beef
- 灌肠Taiyuan Sausage
- 羊杂割Lamb Offal Soup
- 油糕Fried Glutinous Cake
- 剔尖Tijian Noodles
- 碗托Wantuo
🎟️ Top things to do
- Yingze Park
Central park
- Pingyao Ancient City
UNESCO walled town, 1h HSR
- Jinci Temple
Song-era temple complex
- Shanxi Museum
Bronze & porcelain
- Mengshan Giant Buddha
Hilltop Buddha
- Twin Pagoda Temple
Ming pagodas
- Liuxiang Street
Food & shopping street
- Fenhe Park
Riverside walk & lights
- Tianlongshan Grottoes
Hilltop Buddhist caves
👥 Visitor tips
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from the airport to downtown Taiyuan?
Take the metro or a taxi from TYN (Wusu) airport. The metro is the cheapest option; taxis are convenient for luggage and groups.
Do I need a visa to visit Taiyuan on a layover?
Many nationalities can use China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy in Taiyuan. Check your eligibility in the visa checker tool before travelling.
Is a layover in Taiyuan visa free, and how long can I stay?
Inside the airport's international transit area you can wait up to 24 hours without a visa. To leave the airport, nationals of 57 countries can use the 240-hour visa-free transit (up to 10 days, counted from 00:00 the day after entry) and many others have 30-day visa-free entry. Full answers: see the visa & layover FAQ. Visa Q&A →
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