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Kumbum Monastery
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Qinghai

Kumbum Monastery

8.2
4.7/5
Xining · 23.7 km from downtown
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Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Qinghai

Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

8.2
4.8/5
Xining · 8.4 km from downtown
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Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Qinghai

Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park

7.9
4.6/5
Xining · 4.3 km from downtown
Riyue Mountain
No. 18 of Best Things to Do in Gansu-Qinghai Area

Riyue Mountain

7.6
4.5/5
Huangyuan · 30.4 km from downtown
Qinghai Province Museum
No. 17 of Best Things to Do in Qinghai

Qinghai Province Museum

6
4.4/5
Xining · 2.5 km from downtown
Free attraction
Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum
No. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Qinghai

Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum

5.8
4.2/5
Xining · 8.2 km from downtown
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Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower
No. 2 of Night Attractions in Qinghai

Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower

5.7
4.5/5
Xining · 2.6 km from downtown
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Danggar Ancient Town
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Qinghai

Danggar Ancient Town

5.7
4.4/5
Huangyuan · 1.4 km from downtown
Free attraction
Dongguan Mosque
No. 4 of Global Traveller-Picked Attractions in Xining

Dongguan Mosque

5.7
4.4/5
Xining · 1.7 km from downtown
Free attraction
Mojia Street

Mojia Street

5.7
3.9/5
Xining · 746m from downtown
Free attraction

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Trip Moments in Xining

Why visiting Northwest China is addictive! ( Once Not Enough )

Why visiting Northwest China is addictive! ( Once Not Enough )

“I want to share my experience returning to the mesmerizing landscapes of Northwest China on the classic Qinghai-Gansu Loop, because this is one of those rare regions on Earth that you simply cannot fully digest in just one visit.”@Arzmy Hargreaves · 24 days ago
Xining: Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Temple)

Xining: Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Temple)

“Caught a bus near Xining Station to Kumbum Monastery in Huangzhong District.”@潔美的旅記 · 22 days ago
Xining is great, but I won't be going back, because it's just...

Xining is great, but I won't be going back, because it's just...

“Xining is great, but I won't be going back 😭 A brutally honest guide to avoiding pitfalls I just finished a 5-day trip to Xining and the Qinghai-Gansu small loop.”@Mitchell_Dale_60 · 27 days ago
Only after arriving in Xining did I realize how silly the clothes I brought were

Only after arriving in Xining did I realize how silly the clothes I brought were

“July in Xining is truly a gift from heaven.”@Alexander%Anderson19 · 2 months ago
Exploring the Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum: A Journey into Heritage

Exploring the Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum: A Journey into Heritage

“Purchased tickets to the Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum on Trip.com, and it was a truly memorable experience.”@Khaoula 侯岢岚 · 13 days ago
Shocked to the point of scalp tingling by this museum

Shocked to the point of scalp tingling by this museum

“A must-visit Tibetan cultural palace when you come to Xining❗This museum truly shocked me to the point of scalp tingling🤯 📍Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum No.”@AT. Jen 38 · 10 months ago
Meeting the "F4" of the Plateau at Xining's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wild Animal Zoo.

Meeting the "F4" of the Plateau at Xining's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wild Animal Zoo.

“Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wild Animal Zoo (also known as Xining Wildlife Park) is a rare rescue and breeding center for high-altitude wildlife.”@潔美的旅記 · 22 days ago
Must-Visit in a Lifetime! Complete Guide to the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop Without Detours

Must-Visit in a Lifetime! Complete Guide to the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop Without Detours

“Northwest Grand Loop|One Week to Flood Your Social Media🔥 Finally figured out the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop!”@强龙旅游公司 · 6 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Xining famous for?

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Xining is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Kumbum Monastery, Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum, and Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Wildlife Park.

What are the must-try activities in Xining?

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Consider Xining Qinghai Lake + Chaka Salt Lake + Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains) Day Tour - Explore Three Sacred Landscapes in One Day, Xining Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains) Chinese Group Day Tour (Visit the Mirror of the Sky), and Private group tour | Qinghai Lake + Chaka Salt Lake + Riyue Mountain day trip | Charted transfer/entrance fees included in Xining. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.