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Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

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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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Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

4.8/56,189 Reviews
"Museums"
"Exhibitions"
Kumbum Monastery

Kumbum Monastery

4.6/516,175 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Qinghai Lake

Qinghai Lake

4.5/56,253 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

4.4/51,270 Reviews
"Mountain climbing"
Xining Wildlife Park

Xining Wildlife Park

4.5/52,331 Reviews
Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum

Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum

4.3/5510 Reviews
"Museums"
"Science & technology museums"
Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower

Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower

4.5/5299 Reviews
"Night view"
Qinghai Province Museum

Qinghai Province Museum

4.4/5500 Reviews
"Museums"
Dream of Paradise

Dream of Paradise

4.7/53,431 Reviews
"Night Attractions"
Dongguan Mosque

Dongguan Mosque

4.4/51,069 Reviews
Ancient City of Danggar

Ancient City of Danggar

4.2/5156 Reviews
"Night view"
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tu lou guan

4.0/5152 Reviews
"Historic buildings"

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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清真尕穆萨美食城总店

清真尕穆萨美食城总店

5.0/513 Reviews
Avg. INR809/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
DE LU

DE LU

4.4/5124 Reviews
Avg. INR148/person
"Bakeries"
"Time-honored Brand"
QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)

QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)

4.5/5577 Reviews
Avg. INR957/person
"Halal"
"Filming Locations"
西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅

西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅

4.5/58 Reviews
Avg. INR1,493/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

4.6/548 Reviews
Avg. INR1,071/person
"Halal"
玉树查拉牦牛酸奶(中泰店)

玉树查拉牦牛酸奶(中泰店)

5.0/511 Reviews
Avg. INR227/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"
EAT FOOD

EAT FOOD

5.0/54 Reviews
Avg. INR945/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet

Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet

5.0/58 Reviews
Avg. INR649/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Café Realm

Café Realm

4.3/519 Reviews
Avg. INR1,869/person
"Buffets"
QingZhen De Xiao Kang Rou

QingZhen De Xiao Kang Rou

4.3/562 Reviews
Avg. INR945/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
妥穆洒东乡手抓美食

妥穆洒东乡手抓美食

5.0/55 Reviews
Avg. INR729/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Qingya Loumian Pian Kangyangpai

Qingya Loumian Pian Kangyangpai

4.0/58 Reviews
Avg. INR683/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"

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