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Ningxia Travel Guide 2026: Top places, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | February, 2026

About Ningxia

Recommended trip: 3–5 day(s)

Recommended trip: 3–5 day(s)

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Things to do in Ningxia

What to do

Looking for things to do in Ningxia? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Shapotou Scenic Area

Shapotou Scenic Area

4.8/530,649 Reviews
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Deserts
Boat tour
China West Film Studio

China West Film Studio

4.5/518,739 Reviews
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Film and television bases
The Western Xia Mausoleum

The Western Xia Mausoleum

4.6/57,401 Reviews
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Historic buildings
Helan Mountain Rock Painting

Helan Mountain Rock Painting

4.6/55,313 Reviews
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Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction

Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction

4.6/57,719 Reviews
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Historic buildings
Boat tour
Ning Xia Helan Mountain National Forest Park

Ning Xia Helan Mountain National Forest Park

4.5/52,200 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Mountain climbing
Ningxia Museum

Ningxia Museum

4.7/5747 Reviews
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Museums
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Qingtongxia Yellow River Grand Canyon

Qingtongxia Yellow River Grand Canyon

4.8/55,068 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Sand Lake

Sand Lake

4.5/56,869 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Boat tour
Ningxia Geological Museum

Ningxia Geological Museum

4.8/5635 Reviews
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Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town

Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town

4.8/51,658 Reviews
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Night view
Tengger Desert

Tengger Desert

4.7/582 Reviews
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Ningxia, 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 Ningxia dishes and foodie spots.
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天乐百盛饭店

天乐百盛饭店

5.0/579 Reviews
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Halal
Avg. AU$20/person
民族美食广场·清真特色菜

民族美食广场·清真特色菜

5.0/5284 Reviews
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Halal
Avg. AU$19/person
Wuzhongminzu Restaurant

Wuzhongminzu Restaurant

5.0/5602 Reviews
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China Time-honored Brand
Avg. AU$16/person
阿叶羊杂碎(前进街店)

阿叶羊杂碎(前进街店)

4.6/5206 Reviews
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Fast Food
Avg. AU$7/person
Ying Bin Lou Restaurant

Ying Bin Lou Restaurant

4.5/5431 Reviews
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. AU$15/person
盖碗情非遗八宝茶(特产工厂店)

盖碗情非遗八宝茶(特产工厂店)

5.0/53 Reviews
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Teahouses
Avg. AU$10/person
国强手抓(贵宾楼店)

国强手抓(贵宾楼店)

4.3/521 Reviews
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. AU$21/person
盖碗情非遗八宝茶

盖碗情非遗八宝茶

5.0/51 Reviews
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Avg. AU$10/person
Tong Xin Chun

Tong Xin Chun

4.6/5166 Reviews
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Avg. AU$16/person
Xianhe Dining

Xianhe Dining

4.1/5185 Reviews
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Avg. AU$17/person
清真菜·天乐寻味餐厅(北京路店)

清真菜·天乐寻味餐厅(北京路店)

5.0/56 Reviews
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Halal
Avg. AU$33/person

Ningxia Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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The Tengger Desert stretches as far as the eye can see, its undulating dunes resembling golden waves that spread across the land and merge with the horizon.

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This is a must-stay in a lifetime! Gazing at the starry sky deep in the desert, a romantic adventure trip with my bestie

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Off-Season Northwest Trip|Stay in a Highly Designed Homestay, So Comfortable

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Ningxia's Hidden Gem: The Ultimate Vacation Spot at a 500-Year-Old Ancient Village by the Yellow River

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"Ningxia Wuzhong—The Prosperous Land of the Yellow River"

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Explore Yinchuan Helan Mountain National Forest Park with Kids! The Ultimate Family Hiking Guide

Explore Yinchuan Helan Mountain National Forest Park with Kids! The Ultimate Family Hiking Guide

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