Datong Ancient City

Address Center of Pingcheng District, Datong, Datong, Shanxi

Hours Ancient City streets: Open 24/7; City Wall gates: 08:00–22:00; Internal temples: usually 08:00–18:00

Phone +86 352 5101290

Announcement: Historic Town & Walled City

Entrance ¥0

Hours Ancient City stree...

Best Season Late afternoon to late evening when the grand city walls are fully illuminated with spectacular night lighting

Time needed 4–6 hours

Last visit: Jun 1, 2026

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Datong Ancient City Overview

A massive, beautifully reconstructed Ming dynasty style walled city quadrant. It features majestic 14-meter-high defensive walls, grand guard towers, and historic temple gems nestled within vibrant traditional alleys.

Datong Ancient City Opening Hours & Tickets

Ancient City streets: Open 24/7; City Wall gates: 08:00–22:00; Internal temples: usually 08:00–18:00
Best season: Late afternoon to late evening when the grand city walls are fully illuminated with spectacular night lighting
Ticket note: Entering the Ancient City area and climbing the City Wall is completely FREE (re...

Essential Datong Ancient City Visitor Information

Enquiries: +86 352 5101290
Bicycle Rental Stations on the Wall
Restrooms
Boutique Cafes
Visitor Information Centers
Accessible Pathways

How to Get to Datong Ancient City

Located centrally in Datong. Easily accessible via city buses, public bikes, or a quick 15-minute taxi ride from Datong South High-Speed Railway Station.

Datong Ancient City Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 120 for medical emergency. Public security and help booths are situated near the major East and South Gates of the wall.

Practical Info

Center of Pingcheng District, Datong, Datong, Shanxi
Ancient City streets: Open 24/7; City Wall gates: 08:00–22:00; Internal temples: usually 08:00–18:00
+86 352 5101290

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

Entering the Ancient City area and climbing the City Wall is completely FREE (re...

Online booking may be required

Tips

Highly recommended for foreigners to rent a tandem or single bicycle on top of the wall to ride the full 7.2 km loop. Foreign visitors can r...

Reality Check

Most of the visible exterior city walls and buildings are extensive modern reconstructions completed in recent decades.
The area is vast, making walking highly tiring without renting a bicycle.