Yan'an
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Things to do in Yan'an
What to do
Looking for things to do in Yan'an? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site
4.8/51,091 Reviews
Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall
4.8/5705 Reviews
Hukou Waterfall National Geopark
4.9/528 Reviews
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Yan'an, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Yan'an dishes and foodie spots.
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Huangtuqing Restaurant（Zaoyuan Road Branch）
5.0/59 Reviews
Northwestern Chinese cuisine
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Cuihua Mountain·Qinling Zhongnanshan Unesco Global Geopark
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Xi'an BONSKI
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Cuihua Mountain Ski Resort
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Zhaojin International Ski Resort
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Jihua Ice and Snow · Xi'an Ice and Snow Center
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Huaqing Yutang Hot Spring
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Popular Types of Attractions in Yan'an
Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cable car | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Exhibitions | Concerts | Outdoor activities | Parks | Amusement parks | Ice and snow parks | Film and television bases | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Water sports | Skybound experiences | Flight experiences | Paragliding
Popular Attractions in Yan'an
Shendao Ridge | Nanniwan Large Scale Production Exhibition Hall | Fenghuang Square | Shanganning Bianqu Yinhang Memorial Hall | Wanfo Temple | Yan'an Cliffside Stone Carving | Hall of First Ancestors of Chinese Civilization | Luochuannan Street Leisure Square | Zhongyang Dalitang Site | Luyao Former Residence | Xuanyuan Square | Jiangjun Square | Nanniwan Revolutionary Site | Yan'an University Former Site | Meiyuan Landscape Amusement Valley | Yellow River Shequ National Geopark | Yan'an Culture and Art Center | Shaanxi Huangling National Forest Park | Wuliang Mountain Sceneic Area | Chinese Ancestral Hall | Yongning Mountain Ancient Village | Yuanjiagou Village
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Popular Restaurants in Yan'an
老延安·延安菜·小米加步枪(宝塔山店) | Huangtuqing Restaurant（Zaoyuan Road Branch） | 绿色干豆角家常菜 | 生态园土菜鱼庄 | 外婆印象(中心街店) | 海底捞火锅(万达广场店) | Xiaofeiyang (sainaguojidian) | Local flavor | 老杨大烩菜烙饼一绝(城投·玉佛苑店) | 羊肉一绝 | 兰湘子·湘菜小炒(延安万达店) | 延安八大碗(陕北菜·枣园路店) | JINKUNGE·TONGLUSHUANROU | Laoshijiayangzasui | BI SHENG KE BAO DA DIAN | 盛洋牛羊肉泡馍(叠翠路店) | 协圆贵宾楼(双拥大道店) | Xiaochengweidao | 子长龙虎山沾沾(二道街店) | Yao Dong Ren Jia | 肯德基(延安东川店) | KFC (meishangcheng) | 德克士(汽车南站店) | KEN DE JI YAN AN DA XUE CAN TING | 沁香园·陕西菜(西北局旧址店) | 老村长铁锅炖羊肉(枣园公园店) | 清涧粉汤烙饼一绝(桥沟五金机电市场店) | 延安大烩菜碗肉 | 裴庄小堂羊肉馆 | Sijiyouyanyouwei
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Popular Trip Moments
Xi'an 40°C heatwave alert! Come to Yan'an for a one-day summer getaway | The First Mausoleum under Heaven! The Yellow Emperor portrait from your history books! | The Legendary Ancient Architecture Route in Southern Shanxi | The itinerary was well-planned, including visits to historical sites in Xi'an such as the Qianling Mausoleum, the Terracotta Army, museums, and the ancient city wall. It also included a climb of Mount Hua and viewing of the Hukou Waterfall. | Visit Qiankun Bay and make a promise of love in the valley for Qixi Festival | The most beautiful counties in Shaanxi have been found! Liuba, Ziyang, and Fengxian—the rave reviews are no lie. | Xi'an travel: 5 details not to miss on your root-seeking journey to the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor | Ultimate 6-day summer itinerary for Yan'an and beyond – save this now | Li Bai did not lie to me! "Do you not see the Yellow River's waters coming down from the sky!" | 4-day, 4-night Yan'an travel guide for CNY 4,000 Quick route overview Day | Trip highlights | Accommodation tips | Day 1 Yan'an Revo | Loyal Heart Shines Like the Sun and Moon, Noble Spirit Illuminates Central Guizhou—Wang Ruofei Former Residence Memorial Hall | 4-day Yan'an–Yulin ultimate guide, save this now | Hongshixia, Yulin, Shaanxi: The Ultimate Travel Guide | Linfen leaves such a lasting impression; I've been back for 3 days and I'm still scrolling through my photos. | Yellow River Qiankun Bay Scenic Area | A spectacular sight of the Yellow River's meandering course, a naturally formed Tai Chi landscape painting. The Yellow River Qiankun Bay Scenic Area is located in Qiankun Bay Town, Yanchuan County, Yan'an City. | Shenmu, Shaanxi Travel Guide: A Guide to a Hidden Gem in Northern Shaanxi | Warmth Amidst the Jinsha River and Cloud Cliffs: Art Exhibition Commemorating the 90th Anniversary of the Victory of the Long March of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army | Explore Yan'an in 1 day. Perfect for a long weekend, plan it now! | Spent 3 days in Yan'an, and my budget expectations were shattered | Straddle two provinces and discover the epic history of the Yellow River and its landscapes. | A Qixi date at Qiankun Bay: Let the winding mountains and rivers witness your romantic vow | Roam Qiankun Bay valley and make a lasting promise this Qixi | Explore Shanxi and Shaanxi: Yellow River, Ancient Architecture, and Danxia Wonders | Warning! I really don't recommend you come to Xi'an! | 3-day 2-night hassle-free Yan'an guide! Experience revolutionary landmarks and Yellow River wonders | Hukou Waterfall: The ultimate guide | Stunning but exhausting, read this before you go | Looking for a summer getaway to Lüliang and beyond? You must check out this guide | 2-Day Yan'an Summer Trip | The Ultimate Guide | Tried and tested! Xi'an classics + epic nature, all in one go. Book your tickets after reading! | How to spend your summer in Yan'an and beyond? Grab this guide for a cool and photogenic route
More Things To Do in Yan'an
1-day tour to Hukou waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River [door-to-door pickup | optional skip-the-line/9-person small group] | 1-day tour to Ganquan canyon [round-trip shuttle bus from Xi'an] with optional premium small group | Ganquan Yucha Grand Canyon Day Trip (Includes entrance fee, round-trip transportation, family group tour, vacation group tour) | 1-day tour to Hukou waterfall tourist area of the Yellow River and Huangdi mausoleum Xuanyuan temple in Shaanxi + optional Chinese/English-speaking guide | Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall One-Day Chinese Group Tour with Optional First-Class Bus and Fast Track Entry | Yan'an Travel Photography[Driver and director + aerial microfilm + makeup and clothing + itinerary customization + free negatives + unlimited number of people] | Yulin Travel Photography[Driver and director + aerial microfilm + makeup and clothing + itinerary customization + free negatives + unlimited number of people] | One-day tour of Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Yan'an, Shaanxi Province. Pick-up service within Xi'an's Third Ring Road. Includes entrance fee and lunch. | Yan'an Travel Photography[Wedding photo micro-movie aerial photography/wedding follow-up photography/makeup and clothing/charter tour guide customization] | 1-day tour to Hukou Waterfall + The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor in Shaanxi|Pure sightseeing, no shopping stops|Free pick-up/drop-off service | A one-day tour of Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River in Yan'an, Shaanxi Province, including admission to the Mausoleum of the Yellow Emperor and Xuanyuan Temple, suitable for families with children. | Xianyang Shaanxi Zhao Mausoleum + Yuanjia Village + Zhaoling Museum Day Tour with Bilingual Service | 1-day tour to Ganquan Canyon and Wave Valley in Yan'an, Shaanxi with Chinese and English services (admission ticket not included) | 1-day tour to The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor, Hukou Waterfall of Yellow River, and Nanniwan in Yan'an, Shaanxi with bilingual service (admission tickets not included) | Yan'an Nanniwan + Yellow River Qiankunwan 1-day tour (Chinese and English service) | Luochuan trip moments[On-site photography and videography services including family-friendly and couple photos, short videos, promotional videos, portraits, wedding photos with all raw images provided] | Yichuan Trip Moments[Fengchi Mountain Peony Garden/Photographer Follow-Shoot, Appointment Shooting, Street Photography/Translation/Customization] | Yanchang Trip Moments[Portrait wedding/PR microfilms documentaries/commercial photography activity coverage/multilingual translation] | Zichang Trip Moments[Promotional videos, microfilms, documentaries/wedding photography activity shooting/commercial photography and videography/all raw footage included] | 1-day tour to Hukou Waterfall of the Yellow River (China's Mother River) and The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor | Exclusive for Foreign Guests Departing from Xi'an | Xi'an Departure Private Charter to Hukou Waterfall | Exclusive Yellow River Experience | Private Day Tour to Hukou Waterfall in Yan'an, Shaanxi [Private Transfers, Optional Multilingual Guide] | Zhidan Trip Moments[Portrait Photography/Couple Wedding Photography/Family & Group Portraits/Commercial Photography & Videography, Including Aerial and Street Photography] | Fu County Trip Moments[Fuyan Temple Pagoda/Bagua Temple Pagoda Multilingual Translation, Photography, Videography, Custom Aerial Shoots] | Zichang Trip Moments[Wedding Photography, Short Films, Promotional Videos, Documentaries, Aerial Shoots/Wedding Day Photography and Videography/Translation] | Zhidan Trip Moments[Wedding Photography and Aerial Videography at Ancient Temples and Mountain Monasteries/Wedding Day Photography/Multilingual Translation Services] | Yellow River Hukou Waterfall + Huangdi Mausoleum Xuanyuan Temple 1-day Tour Pure Play|English-speaking guide + transfer | Hukou Waterfall + The Mausoleum of Yellow Emperor: Private Car Transfer [Flexible Departure Time] | Shaanxi Hukou Waterfall Tourist Area One-Day Tour: Ticket Booking + Private Car Transfer | Wugong trip moments[Follow-up shooting services including photography, videography, photos, short videos, mobile and camera appointments, aerial photography, action direction with all raw images provided / translation]