All Cities in China

Explore China's most fascinating cities — from ancient capitals to modern metropolises. Each city is ranked by the number of handpicked attractions, reviewed by certified travel experts.

50 Cities
274 Attractions

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Shanghai

China's largest city and a global financial hub; a stunning metropolis where colonial-era architectu...

Beijing

The capital of the People's Republic of China; a global powerhouse blending three millennia of histo...

Xi'an

Thirteen dynasties ancient capital, featuring world-class cultural relics such as the Terracotta War...

Shenzhen

A first-tier city in China and a technological innovation hub, adjacent to Hong Kong. Shenzhen is no...

Chengdu

Capital of Sichuan; famous for giant pandas, teahouse culture, spicy hotpot, and a famously laid-bac...

Dali

Erhai Lake breezes, Bai courtyard architecture, and Cangshan ridge hikes — slow travel done right.

Kunming

Capital of Yunnan Province, known as the Spring City for its year-round mild climate.

Haikou

The 'Coconut City' and provincial capital; a blend of colonial-style 'Qilou' architecture, volcanic...

Taipei

The political, economic, and cultural center, famous for its skyline, street food, and vibrant city...

Tianjin

A major port city and one of China's four direct-administered municipalities; famous for its blend o...

Baoji

Hometown of Emperor Yan, land of bronzes, where the Buddhist culture of Famen Temple shines.

Hanzhong

Birthplace of the Han Dynasty, known as 'Little Jiangnan of the Northwest', featuring Three Kingdoms...

Nanjing

The 'Capital of Six Dynasties', Nanjing blends grand imperial history with lush greenery and a vibra...

Suzhou

The 'Venice of the East', famous for its exquisite classical gardens and silk production.

Huangshan

The crown jewel of Anhui's tourism, world-famous for its granite peaks, pine trees, and immaculately...

Fuzhou

Capital of Fujian Province; an ancient city with a 2,200-year history, known for its banyan trees, h...

Xiamen

A picturesque coastal city known for its colonial architecture, subtropical vibe, and the pedestrian...

Jingdezhen

The undisputed 'Porcelain Capital' of the world, where ceramics have been produced for over 1,700 ye...

Lhasa

The political and spiritual heart of Tibet, located in a high-altitude valley. It balances ancient r...

Yinchuan

The 'Phoenix City' and capital of Ningxia. A historic hub of the Silk Road and the former capital of...

Hong Kong

A vibrant Special Administrative Region of China; a major global financial hub renowned for its icon...

Zhangjiajie

A world-renowned destination famous for its 'Avatar Hallelujah Mountains'—thousands of soaring sands...

Dunhuang

A legendary oasis town at the edge of the Gobi desert, home to the Mogao Caves—the world's most sign...

Chongqing

Known as the 'Mountain City', Chongqing is a massive municipality in southwest China famous for its...

Lijiang

UNESCO old town canals beneath Jade Dragon Snow Mountain — Naxi culture, trailheads, and high-altitu...

Weinan

The precipitous Mount Hua meets the Yellow River wetlands, offering rich natural and cultural landsc...

Tongchuan

Hometown of Sun Simiao, a Tang Dynasty physician, featuring historical sites like Yaowang Mountain a...

Shangluo

The most beautiful place in the Qinling Mountains, with an average summer temperature of 22°C, an ex...

Ankang

An ecological oasis in the Qinba Mountains, known as the 'Back Garden of Xi'an', with beautiful moun...

Xianyang

The first imperial capital of China, home to numerous imperial mausoleums such as Qianling and Maoli...

Yulin

Located at the junction of Shaanxi, Gansu, Ningxia, Inner Mongolia, and Shanxi, featuring unique lan...

Guangzhou

The capital of Guangdong, known as the 'City of Rams' and 'City of Flowers'. It is a core city of th...

Chengde

The 'Summer Resort' of the Qing Emperors, famous for its sprawling imperial gardens and Tibetan-styl...

Datong

Former Northern Capital of the Wei Dynasty, famous for its Buddhist art and restored Ming city walls...

Dalian

A modern coastal city known for its squares, Russian/Japanese architecture, and stunning Binhai Road...

Changchun

The 'Spring City of the North' and former capital of Manchukuo. A hub for the automotive and film in...

Sanya

The 'Hawaii of the East,' Sanya is China's premier seaside resort destination, featuring turquoise w...

Guilin

World-renowned for its surreal karst typography. 'Guilin's scenery is the best under heaven' is a fa...

Wuhan

The capital of Hubei, formed by the merger of Wuchang, Hankou, and Hanyang. A massive metropolis spl...

Hangzhou

The provincial capital, celebrated for the scenic West Lake, ancient tea culture, and its status as...

Yan'an

A sacred site of the Chinese Revolution and one of the birthplaces of the Chinese nation, combining...

Harbin

The 'Paris of the East' and the capital of Heilongjiang, renowned for its Russian-style architecture...

Qingdao

A major seaport known for its German-influenced architecture, beautiful coastline, and the famous Ts...

Urumqi

The regional capital and the city furthest from any ocean in the world. A modern hub where Silk Road...

Macau

A Special Administrative Region of China renowned for its unique blend of Portuguese and Chinese cul...

Luoyang

One of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, serving as the capital for 13 dynasties. It is world-ren...

Xining

The provincial capital and a historic melting pot of Han, Tibetan, Hui, and Mongolian peoples. It se...

Anshun

The gateway to Asia's largest waterfall, Huangguoshu, and the fascinating Ming Dynasty Tunpu cultura...

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