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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Jinchang [2025]
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Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot
4.7
/5
28658 reviews
8.7
From SAR 48.68
Based on 321 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0936-5623666
Address: BuildingNo.8, Danxia Road,Linze County, Zhangye City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
World Geopark-level Colorful Zhangye Danxia landform
Danxia landform's seven scenic wonders
Saved by 1040 users23100 positive reviews
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This completely changed my imagination of Danxia! Walking under the stars, watching the colorful mountains illuminated by lights, it felt like I had traveled to another planet. The performance was also wonderful, telling stories through light and shadow. The overall experience exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend this night tour!
After entering the scenic area, we took the scenic shuttle bus to visit each of the four observation decks. The shuttle runs frequently, making it easy to get on and off at each stop.
We had elderly people with us, so we took our time, from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., a total of 4.5 hours. For your reference, there's a direct bus from Zhangye West Station to the scenic area's north gate for 40 yuan round trip, which is quite convenient.
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Kumbum Monastery
4.6
/5
16733 reviews
8.3
From SAR 36.64
Based on 213 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0971-2210188
Address: No. 56 Jinta Road, Huangzhong County, Xining City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Unique hilltop temple complex
Butter sculptures & Thangka masterpieces
Saved by 223 users9638 positive reviews
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My first time at Ta'er Temple, I hired a guide who spent 30% of my time looking and 70% listening. The guide was very detailed, and after walking through the buildings with him, I was truly filled with awe and respect for every single one. I highly recommend it, and you should definitely visit.
There were still quite a few people entering around 4 pm. I hired a guide at the ticket office, but it wasn't particularly interesting. It was just like working on an assembly line, but it's worth seeing when you're in Xining.
There were quite a few photoshoots taking place at the entrance, and they were very cheap and could be discounted. I recommend renting clothes and taking your own photos... The photos... hahahaha. The photos are retouched to the level of Meitu Xiuxiu.
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Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum
4.8
/5
7055 reviews
8.3
From %1$s
Based on 49 reviews
Biological Park Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0971-5317881
Address: 36 Jing'er Rd, Chengbei Qu, Xining Shi, Qinghai Sheng, China, 810016
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Tibetan music shows daily until 8/15
Open year-round, closed 3 days
Saved by 193 users6513 positive reviews
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How should I put it? It's quite shocking. This shock starts from the appearance of the building. It is very large with five floors. The exhibition hall is rich in content. It is a good place to understand Tibetan culture.
The highlights of the exhibits are very impressive, including the most gorgeous Tibetan costumes, the world's longest thangka, and the sutra wall. You can learn a lot about Tibetans from their costumes, architecture, artwork, and history.
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Shapotou Scenic Area
4.8
/5
27360 reviews
8.2
From SAR 31.41
Based on 153 reviews
Shapotou tourist attraction | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-15-51766
Address: Shapotou, Zhongwei, Ningxia, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Yellow River heritage & modern entertainment
Experience the charm of the Huanghe by rafting on a sheepskin raft
Saved by 616 users20630 positive reviews
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Entrance fees are charged separately.
Transportation within the scenic area is charged separately.
Each attraction within the scenic area is charged separately, but after careful consideration, the combined ticket offers a better deal.
A 618 package for two people includes the scenic area's key attractions: ① Cable car ride and sandboarding in the Yellow River area, ② Fei Huang Teng Da (a cable car ride over the Yellow River), ③ Speedboat ride and sheepskin rafting; ④ Desert Sky Flying (a bird's-eye view of the desert), ⑤ Camel ride, and ⑥ Desert Surfing.
Each attraction was a great experience, worthy of a 5A-rated scenic area. The restrooms, transportation, food and snack shops, and staff service were standard. The only exception was the queues for Fei Huang Teng Da and the cable car, which were incredibly frustrating (two hours in line for a five-minute ride).
Entrance fees are charged separately.
Transportation within the scenic area is charged separately.
Each attraction within the scenic area is charged separately, but after careful consideration, the combined ticket is the most cost-effective.
A 618 package for two people includes the scenic area's key attractions: ① Cable car ride up and down in the Yellow River area, ② Fei Huang Teng Da (a cable car ride over the Yellow River), ③ Speedboat ride and sheepskin raft ride; ④ Desert Sky Flying (a bird's-eye view of the desert area), ⑤ Camel ride, and ⑥ Desert Surfing Car.
Each attraction was a great experience, except for the incredibly long lines for Fei Huang Teng Da and the cable car ride (two hours in line for a five-minute ride).
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Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park
4.5
/5
2079 reviews
8.1
From SAR 41.87
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0931-2123999
Address: 甘肃省兰州市永登县树屏镇杏花村
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Geological & rural tourism destination
Danxia trail: 1.6 miles views
Saved by 199 users1795 positive reviews
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The scenery is quite beautiful. The walking path is long (two hours) and challenging, otherwise it's difficult to advance or retreat. However, some views can only be seen from the path, so consider it carefully before going. (Walking from the lower point to the highest observation deck is not recommended for ordinary tourists, as it is too hot and tiring, and the path is also not recommended for elderly tourists.) The highest observation deck also offers free elevators and escalators, which are widely praised.
Electronic ticket purchases are categorized to meet the needs of different groups and are very convenient. A shuttle bus is available within the scenic area, making the journey very relaxing. The scenery is magnificent and breathtaking, and it is well worth the visit.
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Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area
4.2
/5
5608 reviews
7.9
From SAR 47.11
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0974-8519826
Address: 109 National Rd, Gonghe Xian, Hainan Zangzuzizhizhou, Qinghai Sheng, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
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The scenery is beautiful and worth a visit. But don't take the train to the peninsula, it's a rip-off. The scenery is similar at the back, but it costs 120 yuan per person. The water bikes at the front are worth trying.
Several scenic spots along the way are worth visiting, especially Chaka Salt Lake and Qinghai Lake, which are also beautiful. The driver also served as a tour guide, providing explanations on the bus and providing attentive and enthusiastic service.
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Qinghai Lake
4.5
/5
6483 reviews
7.9
From SAR 31.41
Based on 598 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0974-7553999
Address: Qinghai Lake, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Clockwise lake tour & Tibetan culture
Boat ride & scenic views
Saved by 180 users3485 positive reviews
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It's great, Qinghai Lake is great, but it's relatively suitable for self-driving. I feel that the car is not very convenient. I also took a cruise, a luxury cruise, and fed seagulls. Are you envious? Xixi
It is worth recommending the main scenic area + small train. Regardless of the scenery or the experience, it is absolutely worth it. This experience cannot be experienced in places like the Internet celebrity viewing platform. It makes sense to be the main scenic area.
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Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)
4.4
/5
1383 reviews
7.8
From SAR 51.30
Based on 27 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0971-4040188
Address: 40 km southwest of Wuyuan County, Xining City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Diverse landscapes & fluttering prayer flags
Yak rides & highland photography
Saved by 124 users760 positive reviews
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According to legend, Princess Wencheng once passed by this mountain when she married Songtsen Gampo. Standing atop the peak, she gazed westward, overcome with longing for home. She took out the "Sun and Moon Mirror" given to her by the empress before her departure, and instantly saw the enchanting scenery of Chang'an.
The Riyue Mountain Scenic Area boasts breathtaking scenery and captivating views. Strolling through it, I felt as if I were transported to a natural landscape. The lush greenery of the mountains makes every scene captivating. The magnificent sunsets, which paint the sky a golden hue, are breathtakingly beautiful. The scenic area boasts comprehensive facilities and attentive service, creating a truly comfortable and enjoyable experience. Overall, the Riyue Mountain Scenic Area is a truly exceptional destination, highly recommended for nature-loving travelers.
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Xining Wildlife Park
4.5
/5
2892 reviews
7.7
From SAR 15.71
Based on 8 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0971-3922193
Address: No. 9 Xingzhi Road, Chengxi District, Xining City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Simulated alpine rocks for snow leopards
Wildlife viewing & educational experience
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We saw caracals, snow leopards, desert cats, and many other plateau animals we had never seen before. It was great! But eating was a bit difficult. There was only a Dicos near the panda house, and the only other snacks were sausage stalls.
There is a Monkey King at the door who is pulling children to take pictures. Be careful. After taking the picture, he will say that he is deaf and dumb and ask you to scan the code for 20 yuan. If you really have difficulties, there will definitely be someone to help you, instead of pulling you to take pictures first and then asking for money.
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Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon
4.7
/5
2643 reviews
7.6
From SAR 68.04
Based on 28 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0936-8830066
Address: Pingshanhu Township Government, Ganzhou District, Zhangye City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic view of stunning canyon
2.5-mile glass walkway overlooks canyon
Saved by 196 users2043 positive reviews
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It was a truly wonderful experience, both unique and captivating. While the in-depth tour was expensive, the experience was well worth it. The itinerary was coherent and engaging, with staff explaining each point. Before the tour, the staff even gave each visitor a "energy pack" containing water, bread, sugar, and a small towel. The staff were incredibly thoughtful and demonstrated a high level of operational management. My only suggestion for improvement was the truck used for the first leg of the trip. It would have been much better if the vehicle had been upgraded to be safer and more comfortable, or at least the suspension system could have been improved.
Because we were in a hurry, we chose a reverse in-depth tour. The staff at each point were professional and enthusiastic. There was no need to queue for reverse camel riding and off-road vehicles. The route was very suitable for children.
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