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Datong
Datong

Datong Travel Guide 2025: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | December, 2025

About Datong

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Things to do in Datong

What to do

Looking for things to do in Datong? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot

Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot

4.7/530,731 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Night view
Chaka Salt Lake

Chaka Salt Lake

4.3/517,213 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

4.8/57,930 Reviews
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Museums
Exhibitions
Kumbum Monastery

Kumbum Monastery

4.6/517,273 Reviews
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Historic buildings
Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park

Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park

4.5/52,462 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Qinghai Lake

Qinghai Lake

4.5/56,810 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area

Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area

4.3/55,849 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Xining Wildlife Park

Xining Wildlife Park

4.6/53,410 Reviews
Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

4.4/51,471 Reviews
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Mountain climbing
Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon

Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon

4.7/52,903 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Gansu Provincial Museum

Gansu Provincial Museum

4.6/53,848 Reviews
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Museums
Exhibitions
Zhangye Buddha Temple

Zhangye Buddha Temple

4.7/54,228 Reviews
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Historic buildings

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Datong, 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 Datong dishes and foodie spots.
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德克士(花儿步行街清真店)

德克士(花儿步行街清真店)

4.5/532 Reviews
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Fast Food
Avg. PLN32/person
海应牛肉面

海应牛肉面

1 Reviews
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Fast Food
秋麦蛋糕

秋麦蛋糕

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Bakeries
雪域高原牦牛大骨汤(八一路店)

雪域高原牦牛大骨汤(八一路店)

1.0/52 Reviews
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. PLN11/person
雅古拜美食城

雅古拜美食城

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Xinjiang Cuisine
Avg. PLN26/person
怡心园美食城

怡心园美食城

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老张家撜杂皮

老张家撜杂皮

1.0/51 Reviews
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Northwest China Cuisine
清真金麦蛋糕(建国西路店)

清真金麦蛋糕(建国西路店)

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Bakeries
Avg. PLN8/person
大拇指菜馆(黎明小区店)

大拇指菜馆(黎明小区店)

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Szechuan Cuisine
塞奇SAIQI(大通一号桥店)

塞奇SAIQI(大通一号桥店)

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Bakeries
Avg. PLN26/person

Datong Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Heiquan Reservoir|The Highland Emerald Hidden Beside National Highway 227

Heiquan Reservoir|The Highland Emerald Hidden Beside National Highway 227

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My child kept urging me to stay at this hotel again; the soft bed was so comfortable!

My child kept urging me to stay at this hotel again; the soft bed was so comfortable!

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Four-Day Journey: Huzhu · Datong · Menyuan — The Ethnic Charm of the Tu People and the Golden Sea of Flowers on the Plateau

Four-Day Journey: Huzhu · Datong · Menyuan — The Ethnic Charm of the Tu People and the Golden Sea of Flowers on the Plateau

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A Common Person’s Golden Plateau Roaming Guide

A Common Person’s Golden Plateau Roaming Guide

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Autumn in Qilian|4 Days 3 Nights Chasing the Wind, Watching Clouds, Exploring Grasslands, and Experiencing Tibetan Culture

Autumn in Qilian|4 Days 3 Nights Chasing the Wind, Watching Clouds, Exploring Grasslands, and Experiencing Tibetan Culture

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