Top 50 Best Things to Do near Jishishan
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  • Bingling Cave-Temple
    󰺂6.0
    403
    Yongjing18.3 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰀆Yellow River & canyon views
    󱓊1600-year Buddhist art caves
    󱨠109 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    137***10137***10

    Gansu's 5A-level scenic spot is overlooked by everyone. Gannan is too famous, and few people pay attention to Linxia's Bingling Temple Scenic Area. This time, I rushed back to Linxia directly from Huahu due to a cold to adjust my body. I didn't expect that I had the most fun in Linxia for three days. There were not many people, the scenery was beautiful, and there was humanistic history and culture. Bingling Temple gave me too many surprises.

  • Ganjia Grassland
    󰺂6.2
    Xiahe47.9 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    Trek and explore the hidden realm of Bajiao Ancient City
    󰀆Participate in interactive Tibetan nomadic cultural activities
    󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.3/5
    晚霞风车晚霞风车

    Gangjia Grassland is located in Gangjia Township, Xiahe, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, 33 kilometers north of Xiahe County, and is directly accessible by road. Gangjia Grassland is a meadow grassland, vast and boundless, with an average altitude of more than 3,000 meters. It is one of the main animal husbandry bases in Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. There is a reception desk at the Muyun Tent Camp, which prepares fresh milk tea, tsampa, Tibetan buns, hand-pulled mutton and other Tibetan specialties for tourists. It also prepares grassland tourism programs such as horses, yaks, shooting bonfire parties, etc. for tourists. Visitors can fully experience the mysterious and simple Tibetan customs here.

  • Labrang Monastery
    󰺂6.5
    7830
    Xiahe67.1 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󱨜Giant Buddha worship & festival
    󰀆Monks debating & Tibetan culture
    󱨠Saved by 108 users󱨠323 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    I really enjoyed the company, the fabulous and wholesome driver and all the attractions - especially the unexpected horse riding - love it sooo much

  • Yellow River Building
    󰺂7.1
    671
    Lanzhou.Olympic Sports Center/Lanzhou Old Street85.4 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󱓊93-meter tower overlooks Yellow River
    16th-floor view of Lanzhou
    󱨠558 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    139***77139***77

    This is a truly worthwhile attraction, highly recommended! Climb up and admire the majestic Yellow River's flow. Besides the stunning views, there are also various exhibitions and cultural and creative activities to cater to a wide range of audiences.

  • Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park
    󰺂8.0
    1789
    Yongdeng86.1 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰀆Geological & rural tourism destination
    Danxia trail: 1.6 miles views
    󱨠Saved by 268 users󱨠2138 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    M39***13M39***13

    The scenery was so beautiful that we kept taking photos and lost track of time. Around 6 pm, we got off at the "Daydream Cinema," but there were no more buses or minibuses, and no staff members were around. No one had reminded us of the last shuttle bus time, so the two of us had to walk to the visitor center, about 4.5 kilometers away. The wind was strong, the temperature was -1.5 degrees Celsius, and it got dark quickly. The further we walked, the more scared we became. We tried calling the scenic area, but no one answered. Finally, we called 110 (the police emergency number) and asked them to contact the scenic area staff. After hanging up, a Li Auto electric scooter passed by, and the driver stopped and readily gave us a ride to the parking lot. We chatted along the way, and the driver said he was from the Space Capsule Hotel. His surname was Wang; he was probably the owner or manager. We were extremely grateful to him and will definitely stay there again next time! The first photo was taken on the way to the visitor center.

  • Lanzhou Old Street
    󰺂6.5
    Lanzhou.Olympic Sports Center/Lanzhou Old Street86.4 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰀆Winter lights & fireworks show
    󱨜Silk Road start & Yellow River
    󱨠Saved by 140 users󱨠291 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    不爱吃芒果果家的大猫o不爱吃芒果果家的大猫o

    Lanzhou Old Street is indeed a world to eat. There are different places to eat here, especially the local food is very rich, which can meet the different tastes of the public. Xianhezhuang, Zhazha Old Hot Pot, Kaiqi Foreign Food, Frog Oh charcoal-burned bullfrog, half-day demon grilled fish, burning noodles, Secret carbon • Pig Man barbecue, Xinsanbu beef stew, all cattle Chaoshan fresh beef hot pot... Drink collection: tea Baidao, Fengqiyu, five people sugar water shop, book also burn fairy grass. Snack collection: Wenguo hand grab (halal): A place where you can eat on the boat, operate hand grab lamb, Sanpaotai, Dongxiang potato chips and other northwest specialties. Ma Ye egg milk glutinous (halal): This is the earliest, most authentic, most famous milk egg glutinous. Milk is added to the glutinous, egg slowly stirred, finally into the peanuts, raisins, sweet and delicious. Afu Apricot Leather Tea: Lanzhou's many apricot Leather Tea, my favorite, most recommended, just sweetness ~ Summer, a cup of the absolute seed ~ 504 ice cream: childhood memories ~ I like chocolate the most, and now the new sweet embryo, milk egg glutinous and other flavors are launched. Ma Sanyang potato chips: This store is really a classic combination of potato chips, bean peel, sugar rice cakes, carotene from snacks to large ~ Manfu Coffee Shop: I ordered two cups of "Lanzhou Factory Brand" tea series, sweet-scented osmanthus hip-hop and burning tea battle, which is my favorite taste. Clear milk tea, not sweet or greasy ~ Ding Buf: Buf ordered several flavors, the favorite dark chocolate puff; ice peel potato: recommended mango, must buy it to eat, the ice cream inside will melt. Mingmen roasted Benpu: The most recommended food in their Guandong cooking and octopus balls are really good. After eating, the mouth is fragrant, and you can't stop.

  • Lanzhou Polar Ocean World
    󰺂5.9
    2460
    Lanzhou.Gansu Provincial Museum/Lanzhou Center89.2 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰋄Feed & photograph dolphins up-close
    󰀆Unique marine animal show
    󱨠780 positive reviews
    4.0/5
    M09***37M09***37

    It was the first time I took the elderly to Lanzhou. I felt the convenience of the service. The volunteers provided wheelchairs. I saw the golden python shedding its skin, the strange jellyfish 🪼 and the mysterious underwater world. It was a very good tour experience!

  • Gansu Provincial Museum
    󰺂7.3
    Lanzhou.Gansu Provincial Museum/Lanzhou Center89.8 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰀆Paint pottery & experience history
    󱨜Archaeology & artifact restoration workshop
    󱨠Saved by 123 users󱨠2470 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    猫小妖333猫小妖333

    The number of visitors was absolutely enormous; you were basically just being pushed around by the crowd. I saw the Flying Horse of Gansu and the Little Girl with the Curtain-like Hairpin. There weren't many exhibits inside; pottery made up a large portion. Overall, it was alright. I hired a guided tour, so at least I didn't just wander around aimlessly.

  • Statue of Mother Yellow River
    󰺂5.6
    Lanzhou.Little West Lake/Cultural Palace91.7 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󰀆Spectacular Yellow River views up-close
    󱓊Yellow River mother & child sculpture
    󱨠256 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    linglizilinglizi

    The Yellow River Mother is an iconic sculpture of Lanzhou City, located in the middle of Binhe Road on the south bank of the Yellow River, created by famous sculptor He Yu in 1986. The sculpture is 6 meters long,2.2 meters wide,2.6 meters high, weighing more than 40 tons, using granite carving, showing a kind mother lying on the waves, holding a baby boy, symbolizing the Yellow River to feed the Chinese children. The base is decorated with water ripples and fish patterns of Gansu colored pottery, which has a deep meaning. The sculpture has won the National Urban Sculpture Excellence Award, and is now a cultural relics protection unit in Gansu Province, which is open free of charge throughout the day.

  • White Pagoda Mountain Park
    󰺂5.8
    Lanzhou.Zhongshan Bridge/Xiguan92.9 km from Jishishan
    Highlights:
    󱨜Climb & see 56-foot tower
    󱓊Yellow River night view summit
    󱨠448 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    周华平周华平

    Baitashan Park is free. At night, I look across the Yellow River. The lights are very beautiful. The pavilion on the other side looks particularly beautiful on the mountain, which is more beautiful than during the day. The temperature at night is higher than the bottom of the day and you need to wear more coats.

Best things to do in Jishishan (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Jishishan? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Jishishan offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Jishishan

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Jishishan experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Bingling Cave-Temple

• Yongjing | 18.3 km from Jishishan

• : Yellow River & canyon views,1600-year Buddhist art caves

Ganjia Grassland

• Xiahe | 47.9 km from Jishishan

• : Trek and explore the hidden realm of Bajiao Ancient City,Participate in interactive Tibetan nomadic cultural activities

Labrang Monastery

• Xiahe | 67.1 km from Jishishan

• : Giant Buddha worship & festival,Monks debating & Tibetan culture

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Jishishan

If you want to explore attractions just outside Jishishan, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Jishishan, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Jishishan special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Jishishan

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
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4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

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What are some Best Things to Do near Jishishan?
Some Best Things to Do near Jishishan include:Bingling Cave-Temple, Ganjia Grassland, Labrang Monastery, Yellow River Building, Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Jishishan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do near Jishishan include:Bingling Cave-Temple:4.5, Ganjia Grassland:4.3, Labrang Monastery:4.5, Yellow River Building:4.6, Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park:4.5
Where are Best Things to Do near Jishishan located?
The Best Things to Do near Jishishan are mainly located in:Bingling Cave-Temple:Yongjing, Ganjia Grassland:Xiahe, Labrang Monastery:Xiahe, Yellow River Building:Lanzhou, Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park:Yongdeng
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