Taiyuan Three-Day Must-See Travel Guide

Shanxi Taiyuan 3 Days 2 Nights Travel Guide (Budget 5000 RMB)
Trip Highlights:

Experience the historical heritage of the ancient city
Taste authentic Shanxi noodles
Experience the charm of Jin merchants' culture

Itinerary:
Day 1:

Morning: Arrive in Taiyuan, check in to the hotel (Recommended: Kempinski Hotel Taiyuan, about 800 RMB/night)
Noon: Taste the local specialty "Tounao" (about 50 RMB/person)
Afternoon: Visit Jinci Temple (ticket 80 RMB/person), feel the Sanjin culture
Evening: Stroll through Liuxiang Food Street, try various snacks (about 100 RMB/person)

Day 2:

Morning: Visit Shanxi Museum (free), learn about Shanxi history
Noon: Taste knife-cut noodles (about 30 RMB/person)
Afternoon: Visit Shuangta Temple (ticket 30 RMB/person), climb the tower for a panoramic view of Taiyuan
Evening: Watch the performance "See You Again, Pingyao" (ticket 238 RMB/person)

Day 3:

Morning: Visit Mengshan Giant Buddha (ticket 70 RMB/person), experience Buddhist culture
Noon: Taste Taiyuan old brand "Qingheyuan" (about 100 RMB/person)
Afternoon: Free activities, buy local specialties (about 200 RMB)
Evening: Return trip

Budget Details:

Transportation: Round-trip flight/train (depending on departure location, about 1500 RMB)
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel (about 1600 RMB)
Meals: about 600 RMB
Tickets: about 418 RMB
Others: about 200 RMB
Total: about 5000 RMB

Travel Tips:

Taiyuan has pleasant weather in spring and autumn, the best seasons for travel.
Public buses and subways in Taiyuan are very convenient; it is recommended to buy a transportation card.
Taiyuan’s diet mainly features noodles with strong flavors, so prepare accordingly.
When buying local specialties, choose regular stores and be careful to distinguish authenticity.

Optional Itinerary:

If time permits, you can visit Pingyao Ancient City or Mount Wutai.
If interested in Jin merchants' culture, visit Qiao Family Courtyard or Chang Family Manor.

Wish you a pleasant journey!