Things to do in Ulanqab (2025): Top nearby activities,popular attractions,itinerary planning,weather,accommodation,food,transportation,and more - all you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
Cicis 彩虹:“How can you experience such beautiful grasslands without visiting Huitengxile? It's a truly stunning spot for photography.
June, July, and August are the best months for visiting the grasslands! The average summer temperature is 18°C.
A great summer escape: Huitengxile Huanghuagou Grassland”
M22***79:“The all-inclusive ticket for the Huanghuagou Valley of the Huitengxile Grassland offers a pleasant overall experience. It includes various transportation options, including cable cars, trains, and sightseeing buses, saving time and effort and making it a relaxing experience. The newly added grass skiing and glass plank rafting activities add to the excitement. Grass skiing offers a thrilling feel, perfect for adventurous travelers; while glass plank rafting combines aerial views with water fun, offering both thrills and a refreshing cooldown, making it especially suitable for summer.
Overall, the all-inclusive ticket offers a good value for money, allowing you to experience the vast tranquility of the grassland while experiencing exciting recreational activities. It's suitable for families, friends, or couples. If you have more time, we recommend planning a full day to slowly savor the natural scenery and the special activities.”
Open tomorrow at 08:00-20:00(Tickets available until 19:00; admission ends at 19:00)
110***89:“The volcanoes are nice, but the traffic conditions are too bad and there are serious traffic jams. You could have seen all the volcanoes, but the traffic jams meant you could only see one. Volcano No. 6 is very beautiful, especially when the sun sets. Many people rent space suits and wave colored smoke sticks.”
萍萍宝:“It’s so beautiful here, the mountains are beautiful, the grassland scenery is super beautiful, and there is a colorful feeling of driving from a distance. There are very good tent families along the way, which is very pleasant. I didn’t develop much, so I’m not famous. It can be comparable to the sky grassland in Xinjiang. It is highly recommended!”
Chen123456~~:“- Beautiful natural landscape: The forest coverage rate is as high as over 80%, the natural birch forest coverage rate is 85%, and there are more than 400 kinds of plants such as Pinus tabulaeformis and wild cherry. The scenic area is surrounded by mountains and has abundant water resources. There are landscapes such as Longtan Waterfall. The scenery varies in different seasons. In spring, the mountains are full of peach blossoms, in summer, the mountains are green, in autumn, the birch trees are golden, and in winter, the snow is flying.”
M79***29:“Wulanchabu Grassland is located in the central part of Inner Mongolia. Summer is the best season to visit. Recommended attractions include Huitengxile Grassland and Gegentala Grassland, where you can ride horses, stay in yurts, and watch the stars. Local delicacies include hand-pulled mutton, milk tea, and roasted whole lamb. Transportation can be self-driving or chartered from Hohhot, the journey takes about 2 hours. Pay attention to sun protection and keep warm, as the temperature difference between morning and evening is large.”
Open tomorrow at 08:00-20:00(Tickets available until 19:00; admission ends at 19:00)
ie_liuxi:“It was very shocking, and felt like an alien planet. The scenery was nice. We went there on April 29th. The locals said that private cars could enter at this time, but they could not enter after May 1st. As a result, we drove to the tourist center and were told that private cars were no longer allowed to enter on the 25th and that we could only take the scenic area bus, but it was free before May 1st. The most profound feeling during the browsing process was that there were staff on duty at each volcanic point to guide tourists to get on and off the bus and answer questions. The wind was particularly strong and the ultraviolet rays were particularly strong in those days. They were always on duty outside and their service attitude was excellent.
There was a small accident. After visiting the No. 4 volcano, we waited for a car but there was no car for a long time. The staff quickly communicated with the scenic area to coordinate the car and let us go into the duty room to avoid the wind. After waiting for nearly an hour, the car came and said that the local herdsmen were making trouble and blocking the traffic. The government was working on it. It seems that the government should have solved these contradictions long ago and not let tourists suffer. Since the tourists could not be stranded at once, the scenic area could only allow private cars to enter, so we drove the car and drove from the 8th to the 3rd again. The feeling of driving by ourselves was even better!”
走走停停哼哼哈哈:“20250713 Civilization Starfire in the exhibition hall walked into the museum to learn about the past and present life of this city. When you arrive in Ulanqab, start from the museum and "the Yellow River flows from the grassland - Ancient Civilization Exhibition of the Yellow River Basin in Inner Mongolia" will be launched from June 6, 2025 to August 18, 2025! A progress hall, as if stepping into a time tunnel, the history of the Yellow River basin unfolds slowly in front of you. The cultural relics here span thousands of years, and each piece carries a unique story. The exquisite pottery depicts the ancient ancestors' understanding and awe of nature, and the bronzes highlight the superb level of ancient craftsmanship, telling the glory of the past. Yuan Hu people riding beast candlesticks Model characteristics: the main body of the candlestick is a Hu man riding on a unicorn. The Hu men wore gold foil hats, shorts, bare feet, a fork in one hand, and a bronze candle bowl with one hand. The unicorn's round eyes, pig nose, ears, mouth dew and teeth, and the vertical tail is flame-like, which is presumed to be a scorpion. In this grassland of the Yellow River, the farming culture and nomadic culture collide and blend, creating a unique and brilliant regional culture, and also become a vivid example of the multi-integration pattern of Chinese civilization. Come to the first exhibition hall "Civilization Starfire". A progress hall, was attracted by the ancient civilization fossils under the glass floor. Around the exhibition cabinet, the artifacts and fossils unearthed in the corresponding area are neatly arranged, explaining the lifestyle of people in ancient times, watching the rough but intelligent stone tools, imagining the ancestors used them to hunt and work. Walking, a gold waist jewelry brand surrounded a lot of people. Tiger and eagle gold jewelry brand is made of pure gold, using transparent carving and relief craft, showing a very high level of production. vivid shape: the front relief of the tiger-and-hawk shape, the tiger stands on three legs, the mouth is large, the head of the eagle is licked, the teeth seal the eagle head in the mouth, part of the neck of the eagle, the right front claw grabs the neck of the eagle. Tiger claws reveal five toes, ears, appendix neat, tail back, tail tip twisting. Eagle pointed mouth, big eyes, large wings, the whole body using irregular squares embellished with pattern. The tiger-embodied eagle waist decoration card reflects the characteristics of nomadic culture: it is a representative relics of Hunnu culture, rich in the atmosphere of nomadic life and unique national style, tiger and eagle are the symbols of the national worship of the grassland, showing their brave and strong spiritual characteristics. Double-layer rope decoration and leaf pattern on the gold decoration are popular decorations in the Central Plains region, indicating that the Central Plains culture has had a profound impact on the nomadic nation at that time, and it is a concrete manifestation of the multi-integrity pattern of the Chinese nation.”
M123405678:“The Dahong Mountain in Inner Mongolia is like a red scroll inlaid on the land of northern Xinjiang, a masterpiece of nature. This mountain range, located deep in the vast grassland, is red all over, and is particularly spectacular against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds. The unique landform is carved by time, with cliffs and folds and gullies coexisting, as if telling the story of geological changes over tens of millions of years. Standing on the top of the mountain and looking into the distance, the majestic grassland and the red mountain are intertwined, and the magnificent scenery is shocking. It is a tourist destination that combines natural wonders with the customs of the frontier.”
M43***18:“ Comments on Shengshuiliang Jiulongwan Scenic Area 1. Overview of the Scenic Area Shengshuiliang Jiulongwan Scenic Area is a national 4A-level tourist attraction located near Hohhot. It is famous for its magnificent natural scenery and rich tourist projects. It is known as the "Little Guilin outside the Great Wall" and has beautiful scenery, which is worth a visit. 2. Main attractions Natural scenery : The mountains in the scenic area are undulating, and the woods are lush and green, as if you are in a natural oxygen bar. The sun-sprinkled woods and the layers of peaks form a beautiful picture 12. Tourism projects : The scenic area provides a variety of tourist projects, such as off-road vehicles, glass plank roads, high-altitude drifting, etc., so that tourists can experience excitement and fun while enjoying the beautiful scenery 3. Tourist experience Convenient transportation : Starting from Hohhot, it can be easily reached by self-driving or taking public transportation, and the scenery along the way is also beautiful Thoughtful service : The facilities in the scenic area are complete, and the staff has a good service attitude, providing tourists with a comfortable environment for playing . To sum up, Shengshuiliang Jiulongwan Scenic Area is a comprehensive tourist attraction that integrates natural scenery, tourism projects and high-quality services. It is a good choice whether it is a family trip or a gathering of friends.”
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Ulanqab, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
Lim fu hwa:“Baiquan Villa is an older hotel with reasonably good upkeep, though there's still potential for improvement. The location is not particularly convenient, with limited shops within walking distance. However, using Didi (ride-hailing service) provides easy access to popular areas like Wanda Plaza and Wangfujing. Wulanchabu Station is also relatively close. The staff are friendly, the breakfast is decent, and the room sizes are comfortable.”
Felicia Zhen Yu:“This place is perfectly situated within the Wulanhada volcano park. It is 2 mins walk away from the 北游客中心. You can take the tour bus to get to the accoms if you are not driving.
The hotel design is unique and looks beautiful at night. Front desk staffs were very friendly and helpful! They have a restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner. If you are lucky, you can see the fireworks while having dinner and sheep outside your door in the morning ❤️”
Guest User:“Great location - 10min drive from volcano north entrance
Great service and attitude - front desk helped to arrange for transportation to and from volcano, and transport back to town at a reasonable price. Response was prompt and attentive.
Clean and new accommodation - newly renovated in Aug 2024 if not mistaken!”
SofiaInPek:“We stayed at the TARASUJISTARYARD as two families and we loved our time there. We stayed in a 2 bedroom capsule that was more than comfortable for our family. Everything is fully equipped and the view is idyllic. At night we had a lot of fun with fireworks and karaoke and we were quite sad that we had to leave so soon. Everyone at the hotel was incredibly friendly and welcoming and we felt like at home. We hope one day we can come back and we wish the hotel a prosperous business!”
Patrick sing Wei:“Excellent service and it is only a stone throw away from the volcano. It took us 15 minutes taxi-ride from a local train station. It was a pleasant stay and the girl at the front desk is always there to help. Greatly recommended👍🏻”
把剑长歌:“[Mongolian cuisine] Cheese pancakes are delicious, yogurt pancakes are average, and camel meat pancakes are okay. 🐫 [Love] Camels are so cute, how can you bear to eat them!
The dairy product "hot pot" is very unique and worth a try.”
曹 操:“The siu mai here are sold by the basket, and the price of 16 yuan per basket is very affordable. It weighs 700 to 800 taels. In the morning, I still come to order a basket, which is enough for two people. It costs 20 to 30 yuan per person and it is very delicious.”
丽呈集团:“Known as "Beijing one step west, Ulanqab", this city is located at the intersection of the Loess Plateau, the Shanxi-Hebei Mountains and the Inner Mongolia Plateau. It is a magical area where the flora of North China and Mongolia interweave, with abundant wildlife and plants and grassland scenery. In summer, the average temperature here is only more than 20 degrees, which is an ideal place for you to escape the heat and find coolness.
🌄【Recommended attractions】
Ulan Hada Volcanic Geological Park: 8 volcanoes are waiting for your exploration, especially Volcano No. 6, which is not only a paradise for photography lovers, but also a space suit, holding a smoke stick, and shooting creative blockbusters, which will definitely make your circle of friends get a lot of likes. ⚠️But please note that there are sand and gravel around the volcano, so remember to bring sunglasses 🕶️~
Huitengxile Grassland: In this wilderness, you can ride a horse and experience the excitement of grass skiing. 💡The temperature difference between morning and evening on the grassland is large, don't forget to bring a thick coat🧥!
🍽️【Food Exploration】
Zecheng Ice-boiled Lamb (Ulanqab Main Store): Unique ice-boiled lamb, tender and without mutton smell, paired with freshly baked yogurt cakes, crispy, soft and sweet, leaving people with endless aftertaste.
Xiaobai Braised Lamb: This store is near the Volcano Park, economical and authentic. Braised lamb, scrambled eggs with sand onions, and fried rice with juke are all delicacies that cannot be missed.
🏨【Accommodation Selection】
Licheng Langyu Hotel (Ulanqab Wuyue Plaza High-speed Railway Station Store) The hotel is close to Wuyue Plaza, with convenient transportation and rich tourism resources. There are many Mongolian restaurants with Mongolian characteristics around, such as Mongolian Le and Wrangler, which are close to the hotel, which are good choices. There are also many local siu mai and milk tea shops around the hotel, as well as beef and mutton hot pot 🍲 and barbecue restaurants 🍖 from Ximeng, allowing you to truly experience the Inner Mongolia style. There is also a club designed for children in the hotel, where cute kids 🧒 can also find their own happy world~
#MyLifeFIRST #Inventory of Cool Summer Resorts #Twenty-Four Solar Terms of Great Heat #Local Food #Nanny-Level Travel Photography Guide #Live in a Local High-Value B&B #Travel with Cute Kids #Have Fun with Friends”
stopmm:“Very nice hotel, very good environment, very spacious and comfortable private rooms, good food. But it seems that it is not so good recently, especially the food quality is not as good as before, I hope to improve the food quality”
曹 操:“The meat is very delicious. Ulanqab is definitely a good place to eat lamb. The only difference is the utensils used for grilling meat. So this restaurant still has some characteristics. My favorite is the pork belly grilled with sauerkraut.”
M53***86:“The taste is good, the environment is nice, the price is low, and if you drink too much, you can get a free loan car. There is a big table for more than 20 people to dine together, and there is a KTV inside to sing! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !”
WANGHYU:“This time I went on a trip with my colleagues to Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, and stayed at Boyuan Blue Sea Hotel at night. In general, the hotel's hardware facilities are quite good, with convenient transportation and a large parking lot. As soon as I entered the hotel, I felt that I was served perfectly, with various guides and patient answers. The hotel's buffet is absolutely worth the money and there are group purchase discounts. There are more seafood. I think the best steak is especially worth trying. We basically ate at the hotel for a few days. The surrounding environment is very good and the night view is beautiful. Free fruit was given when entering the room, and it was very quiet to sleep at night. The room is also very warmly decorated, with hanging chairs. The children of my colleagues like it very much. The hotel parking space is quite sufficient and free, which is great! The reception service at the front desk of the hotel is also very good, enthusiastic, and particularly satisfactory. The check-in is fast, and there is a river view through the window on the 21st floor, which is beautiful! It's called Bawang River! Inner Mongolia characteristics, drink pot tea. There is also a high-end meal on the fifth floor that I haven't experienced yet. The hotel has a free swimming pool and gym. I tried the swimming pool and it was perfect. The water was warm and not cold. They also provided me, a landlubber, with a swimming ring for free. I had fun for half an hour. Next time I will come to Ulanqab to visit Huitengxile Huanghuagou, and I will definitely choose this hotel. It is clean, grand, and has good service. It is very comfortable to stay in, and the price is cheaper in the off-season. Since I didn’t have much time this time, I could only try the swimming pool. The buffet breakfast and dinner always have new dishes with rich varieties. The hotel as a whole adds a lot of color to the trip!”
火山优质民宿体验君:“Yu Ni B&B at the foot of Ulan Hada Volcano is the poetic habitat closest to the starry sky!
🚗The B&B is hidden at the foot of the No. 3 volcano "North Alchemy Furnace". When you open the window, you can see the wild picture of black basalt and grassland. In the morning, you can follow the guide to explore the hexagonal rock pillars in the volcanic cone. In the evening, lie under the skylight in the room to watch the stars and watch the Milky Way pouring down like a waterfall on the crater - this is not a science fiction movie, it is a scenery you can see with your eyes open!
🏡The designer moved the volcanic rock into the house! Rammed earth walls are matched with lava texture carpets, and each room is a microscopic exhibition hall of geological evolution. The sunken bonfire area is equipped with volcanic stone baking trays. The hand-roasted lamb is sizzling with oil. Then take a sip of freshly brewed Mongolian milk tea, and the fireworks of the grassland will reach your heart.
🎁The hidden menu of the proprietress is amazing! The candied milk tofu is sweet to the heart, and the bonfire fireworks let you dance and watch the stars. Pick up agate stones at the bottom of the No. 7 volcano valley, and you can occasionally encounter thousands of sheep migrating in autumn.
🔥Housing is in short supply during the volcano season! Living in Yu Ni, you not only sleep in the scenery, but also put the volcano into your pillow story. #Volcano on the grassland #Volcano on the grassland #Yu Ni Volcano B&B #Summer self-driving good place #Inner Mongolia travel”
tintin.:“Living in Chayouhou Banner, I found this old restaurant online. It is indeed reasonable to rank No.1. Many people come to eat in the middle of the week.
🌸Environment
The restaurant is very distinctive, with many old objects for decoration. On one side are two large rooms with scattered tables, and on the other side are independent private rooms.
The service is really very good. They will never ignore you just because individual customers don’t order much. Every time they pass by, they will care about you. There is a kind of warmth and kindness of the aunt of a relative.
🌸Dishes
I ordered the restaurant’s specialty belly wrapped meat. It looks like a small money bag. The sheep stomach is filled with steamed mutton. The marinated taste is excellent, but it is definitely not as soft as hand-held mutton. With some dipping sauce, it is another kind of fresh fragrance, and it can also remove the smell of mutton.
Because I had a mutton feast in Chengde, I ordered some other dishes. The first-class tofu ordered now is so delicious! Tender and delicious, mixed with seasoning, just like my favorite tofu brain, you can eat a big box by yourself.
The blood sausage tastes great, but unlike pig blood sausage, it doesn't feel like tofu that melts in your mouth. The blood sausage is very thick and tastes like sausage.
Don't forget to order a pot of milk tea at the end~
🌸Practical information
Address: Ground floor of Jitaiyuan Community, Baiyanhu Street, Chahouyou Banner
Business hours: 9:00-14:30, 16:30-21:30
Per capita: 60 yuan
Personal recommendation: 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”
U44***97:“The service at the Golden Horde Resort is very good, the food is hygienic and delicious, and the price is reasonable. I will go there again next year.”
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