Family-friendly! A relaxed one-day tour of Langzhong Ancient City with kids~
Riding the tail end of the holiday, I brought my husband and child to Langzhong Ancient City~ Starting from Hanzhong, it takes just an hour and a half by high-speed train, super convenient transportation, no stress traveling with kids~
🏠 Family accommodation: Langzhong offers plenty of lodging options, both inside and outside the ancient city. This time we chose Hanting outside the ancient city, which is very convenient for eating and visiting the ancient city. Places like Chunyi Hotpot, Xiao Chen Beef Noodles, and Langzhong Ancient City are all within 20 minutes, so no long trips with kids~
🍚 Family dining: There are many delicious foods inside and outside Langzhong Ancient City. We didn’t get to try them all, only these four, recommended for families with kids~ Chunyi Hotpot: This place is very popular, tastes good, and portions are large. The waiter repeatedly reminded us that three to four dishes for two adults and one child are enough, very cost-effective, and the kids loved it~ Xiao Chen Beef Noodles: Langzhong’s “Huhu” beef noodles are a local specialty. The broth is similar to spicy soup, containing beef and thin noodles. The flavor is rich without being overly numbing or spicy, warming you up inside. Perfect for winter, and kids can enjoy it too~ Crispy Guokui: Guokui (a type of flatbread) is everywhere in the ancient city, look for the old established brands. I stuffed some Zhang Fei beef for my child inside the Guokui. The beef is mixed with shredded cucumber and stuffed into freshly baked Guokui. The crispy bread paired with the mixed beef tastes amazing! The only downside is the Guokui is a bit dry and crumbly, so prepare tissues for the kids~ Xiangsi Bing Douhua: A dessert that’s not overly sweet, with a light tofu pudding flavor. It comes in various flavors, suitable for kids and great for photos and check-ins~
Family sightseeing route: The route is very important. The ancient city is quite large, and wandering randomly with kids might lead to unnecessary walking~ Recommended route: Enter through Chengqing Gate - Zhang Fei Temple - Geological Museum - Zhongtian Tower - Confucian Temple - Northern Sichuan Circuit Office - Gongyuan - Catholic Church - Zhuangyuan Square - Baihua’an Street - South Gate Tower - Fengshui Museum - Huaguang Tower (exit here or take a boat). Walking between these spots takes about six to seven minutes each. The snack shops near the attractions are also well-known, so you can stroll, eat, and explore with kids easily and comfortably~
🎫 Family tickets: Tickets for the above attractions can be bought individually or as a combo pass. The combo pass costs 110 yuan originally, 100 yuan online, but must be purchased an hour in advance and cannot be used immediately. Recommended spots for kids are Zhang Fei Temple, Zhongtian Tower, Northern Sichuan Circuit Office, and Gongyuan. Others are either closed or not interesting. The combo pass is more cost-effective; even if you only visit these four, buying tickets separately is more expensive~
⚠️ Family tips: The luminous pearl in the Geological Museum is quite interesting but mainly encourages purchases. If you don’t want to buy anything, just leave with the kids. If interested, take a look~ For the combo pass, you must choose either Zhongtian Tower or Huaguang Tower in advance. The views from both are similar, mainly for kids to see the ancient city rooftops, enjoy the breeze, and take photos~ Langzhong Ancient City’s boat tickets are divided into day tours, night tours, and those with performances. Choose according to your child’s preferences and schedule~
Overall, Langzhong Ancient City is shaded with green trees, has flat roads, concentrated attractions, and offers a full range of food, drink, and entertainment. It’s easy and enjoyable, perfect for family and kids’ trips~ Just a lot of walking, so remember to have your kids wear comfortable shoes!