Xining
Xining Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | February 2026
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Things to do in Xining
What to do
Looking for things to do in Xining? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Xining, 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 Xining dishes and foodie spots.
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QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)
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Xining: FAQ
What's the most popular attractions in Xining?
Here are the best places to visit in Xining, including: Kumbum Monastery,Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains),Xining Xinhua Liantong Meng Amusement Park
Things to do near Xining for family & child?
You could try Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wild Zoo,Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum,Qinghai Province Museum,Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum,Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower in Xining
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Xinglongshan Ski Field
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Popular Types of Attractions in Xining
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Outdoor activities | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Exhibitions | Parks
Popular Attractions in Xining
Martyrs Cemetery | Qinghai International Tibet Carpet Exhibition Center | Xining Botanical Garden | Jingxifeng Wetland Ecology Park | Baoku Gorge Scenic Resort | Palace of Ghost Stories | Earthen Building | Zhazangsi | Qinghai Grand Theatre | Qinghai Folk-customs Museum | Ximen Culture Square | Shangbinhelu Mosque | Shijiazhuang Mosque | Datong Library | Mojia Street | Macrolink International Tourism Town | Xiningrongdong Hot Spring | Qinghai University Library | Xining Wildlife Park | Xining Art Theater | Wenfeng Tower | Xining People's Park | Ta'ergou Mosque | Minzu College Library | Qinghai Cultural Center | Shulinxiang Mosque | Yunjiakou Mosque | Daheigou Forest Park
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Popular Restaurants in Xining
QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street) | Ma Zhong Shi Fu (Mo Jia Jie) | BAOHULU | Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food | DE LU | QingZhen De Xiao Kang Rou | Shalihai Catering Food City | Café Realm | Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet | 陆记源·青海土火锅(饮马街店) | ma er sha | Qingya Loumian Pian Kangyangpai | QING HAI TU HUO GUO GUO JI CUN DIAN | 伊帆食府地方特色美食 | Yajunyanggaorou (haihu) | 清真·雅居炕羊排 | Qinghaimingchigazhangwa Barbecue (haihuzongdian) | 西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅 | 宁茶·西宁特色奶茶(北家姓总店) | EAT FOOD | Quan Er Tou Za Sui Xia Du Fu Di Br. | 祁记手工面片坊(力盟店) | BNP | 清真·西湖银峰中餐厅(西宁店) | 清真尕穆萨美食城总店 | QING SHAN NIANG PI | 妥穆洒东乡手抓美食 | Yue Bin Lou | Four Seasons Chamber | Halal·Dong La black charcoal Roast Lamb Leg (Shitong·guoji branch)
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Popular Trip Moments
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