Benxi
Discover Benxi
Benxi was once a heavy industry city and one of the largest iron and steel producers in China during its heyday in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, it has shifted its focus toward tourism, serving as the gateway to the incredibly picturesque Benxi County. This area is home to numerous scenic spots, including Guanmen Mountain (关门山), Tanggou (汤沟), and Laotuding (老图顶) scenic areas, as well as the famous Water Caves (水洞). With an older population, the city exudes a relaxed and slower-paced atmosphere compared to other major cities in Liaoning, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a more tranquil experience. High-speed trains regularly run from Shenyang to Benxi, with journeys taking between 35 and 40 minutes depending on the service. Tickets typically cost around ¥30.
What to Experience in Benxi
Taste of Benxi...
The Benxi Shuidong National Park (本溪水洞国家公园 Běnxī Shuǐdòng Guójiāgōngyuán) is a large system of flooded caves which can be explored by boat. There are minibuses from Benxi Train Station.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsHigh-speed trains regularly run from Shenyang to Benxi, with journeys taking between 35 and 40 minutes depending on the service. Tickets typically cost around ¥30. If you're travelling from Dalian, six high-speed trains operate daily, with the trip taking just under four hours and costing approximately ¥160. The Didi app has fewer drivers in Benxi compared to other major Chinese cities, making it more challenging to secure a ride, particularly during peak times. Hailing a red taxi is generally easy, with fares starting at ¥6. Public buses are also available, with fares beginning at ¥2. In addition to cash, you can use Benxi's public transport function on Alipay to pay via smartphone. The Benxi Shuidong National Park (本溪水洞国家公园 Běnxī Shuǐdòng Guójiāgōngyuán) is a large system of flooded caves which can be explored by boat. There are minibuses from Benxi Train Station....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
The Didi app has fewer drivers in Benxi compared to other major Chinese cities, making it more challenging to secure a ride, particularly during peak times. Hailing a red taxi is generally easy, with fares starting at ¥6. Public buses are also available, with fares beginning at ¥2. In addition to cash, you can use Benxi's public transport function on Alipay to pay via smartphone. The Benxi Shuidong National Park (本溪水洞国家公园 Běnxī Shuǐdòng Guójiāgōngyuán) is a large system of flooded caves which can be explored by boat. There are minibuses from Benxi Train Station.
Where to Stay
The Benxi Shuidong National Park (本溪水洞国家公园 Běnxī Shuǐdòng Guójiāgōngyuán) is a large system of flooded caves which can be explored by boat. There are minibuses from Benxi Train Station.
Money & Budget
The Benxi Shuidong National Park (本溪水洞国家公园 Běnxī Shuǐdòng Guójiāgōngyuán) is a large system of flooded caves which can be explored by boat. There are minibuses from Benxi Train Station.
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Glimpses of Benxi
body of water
A forest filled with lots of colorful trees
aerial photography of sea waves during daytime
Autumn foliage shows off its vibrant colors.
A stone path in the woods surrounded by trees
A lake surrounded by colorful trees in the fall
A road surrounded by trees with orange and red leaves
A forest filled with lots of trees covered in fall leaves
Red leaves against a blue sky in autumn
A close up of a tree with orange leaves
body of water
A forest filled with lots of colorful trees
aerial photography of sea waves during daytime