Taiyuan 5-Day Travel Diary

️Must-Visit Attractions List Get👇

[Jinci Museum]
📍Location: Inside Jinci Park, Jinyuan District
⏰Opening Hours:
Peak Season (April-October) 08:30-18:00
Off-Season (November-March) 09:00-17:00
🎫Ticket Price: 80 RMB
✨Editor's Note: Shanxi’s top must-visit! The ancient architecture museum is unbelievably beautiful🏯 Recommend avoiding weekends as it gets very crowded!
Photo Tips: Red walls, vermilion gates + ancient trees and blue sky make stunning shots📸

[Taiyuan Botanical Garden]
Go in the evening or afternoon, avoid mornings
⏰Opening Hours: Before 6 PM
🎫Ticket Price: 30 RMB, a steal!
✨Special Recommendations:
Taiyuan Zoo night tour mode is amazing🌙
Over 200 animal species! Don’t miss the giant panda pavilion🐼
Recommended to enter after 4 PM for fewer crowds, no sun, and sunset views🌇

🍲Must-Try Food List:
✔️Guo You Rou (Fried Pork Slices): Taiyuan locals’ favorite! Tender, fragrant meat slices
✔️Braised Meatballs: King of street stalls👑 Crispy outside, tender inside, perfect with rice

🏨Highly Recommended Accommodation:
Xiqiu Homestay
✔️Super convenient for shopping at Wanxiang City
✔️Floor-to-ceiling windows + scented rooms with a high-end feel, over 50 sqm at a great price
✔️Front desk staff are super nice with excellent service💯
👛Price: Very cost-effective compared to nearby options!

🚗Transportation Tips:
High-speed train + flight combo is the most cost-effective
Taiyuan Metro Line 2 goes directly to popular attractions; there are only two metro lines
Didi rides are also convenient; book early as it gets busy

💰Expense Reference:
5 days and 6,000 RMB to fully enjoy Taiyuan is not a dream!
Includes airfare, accommodation, tickets, and food all-in price

💡Tips:
1. Definitely hire a guide at Jinci
2. Bring sun protection gear to the Botanical Garden
3. For late-night snacks, try Liuxiang Snack Street