Xining
Xining Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | January, 2026
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Things to do in Xining
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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Xining Wildlife Park
4.6/53,503 Reviews
Dongguan Mosque
4.4/51,072 Reviews
Dream of Paradise
4.7/53,448 Reviews
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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QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)
4.5/5668 Reviews
HalalFilming Locations
Avg. VND280,000/person
Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet
5.0/514 Reviews
Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. VND190,000/person
Xining Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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A new family travel option after 26 years! A train journey along the Silk Road
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Qinghai's Winter Secret Mirror! Free Panoramic View of Kanbula, Encounter the Frozen Scroll of Red Rocks and Azure Waters
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Frozen Yellow River · Kanbula Lake Loop Self-Drive｜Challenge the "Qinghai Version of Duku Highway"
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Crossing the Qilian Mountains! Winter Self-Drive, Encounter the Snowy Grasslands' Windows Desktop
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Come to Ta'er Monastery and fill in the blanks about "faith"
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Encounter the Swan Dance on the Frozen Shores of Qinghai | A Winter Birdwatching Guide to Lesser-Known Spots at Qinghai Lake
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Zhangye to Xining, you can always trust the scenery of the Great Northwest
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If you're tired of the same old scenery, you definitely can't miss Dongtai Jinaier Lake in Qinghai
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Best of Xining
Top 10 4-Star Select Hotels in Xining
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Top 20 Family-friendly Attractions near Xining
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Lanzhou Wildlife Park
4.1/5462 Reviews
Lanzhou Polar Ocean World
4.0/51,472 Reviews
Xinglongshan Ski Field
4.0/5119 Reviews
Hexi Metropolis
4.2/528 Reviews
Top 20 Premium Hotels near Xining
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Popular Ski Resorts Near Xining
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Xinglongshan Ski Field
4.0/5119 Reviews
Long Mountain International Ski Field
4.0/528 Reviews
Songmingyan International Ski Resort
4.6/541 Reviews
Top 10 Scenic Hotels near Xining
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Popular Types of Attractions in Xining
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Deserts | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Outdoor activities | Leisure activities | Camping and campsites | Farms and pastures | Parks | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Exhibitions
Popular Attractions in Xining
Datong Tu Folklore Garden | Xining Wildlife Park | Wenfeng Tower | Yangjiatai Mosque | Xining People's Park | Zhongzhuang Mosque | Yixinyuan Mosque | Kayue Cultural Site | Minzu College Library | Qinghai Folk-customs Museum | Wenfeng Monument | Yunjiakou Mosque | Kunlun Jade Culture Museum | Dingzilu Mosque | Jindishun Ski Field | Qianziyuan Agricultural Science and Technology Expo Park | Earthen Building | Xining Nanshan Park | The Relic of Hutai | Gangchazhuang Village | Ta'ergou Mosque | Bianmagou Flower Sea | Danggar Ancient Town | Shulinxiang Mosque | The Great Lama's Residence | Anjia Mosque | Shangbinhelu Mosque
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Popular Restaurants in Xining
QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street) | BAOHULU | Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food | DE LU | QingZhen De Xiao Kang Rou | Shalihai Catering Food City | Ma Zhong Shi Fu (Mo Jia Jie) | QING HAI TU HUO GUO GUO JI CUN DIAN | Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet | 陆记源·青海土火锅(饮马街店) | Qinghaimingchigazhangwa Barbecue (haihuzongdian) | 西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅 | EAT FOOD | Qingya Loumian Pian Kangyangpai | Quan Er Tou Za Sui Xia Du Fu Di Br. | 伊帆食府地方特色美食 | 祁记手工面片坊(力盟店) | Yajunyanggaorou (haihu) | 清真·雅居炕羊排 | BNP | QING SHAN NIANG PI | 宁茶·西宁特色奶茶(北家姓总店) | 妥穆洒东乡手抓美食 | ma er sha | 天全唐王米粉(海湖店) | E. Area Lao Bai Tuo Tui Gu Tea Meal | ZHONGFAYUAN | 清真·西湖银峰中餐厅(西宁店) | 清真尕穆萨美食城总店 | Halal·Dong La black charcoal Roast Lamb Leg (Shitong·guoji branch)
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Popular Trip Moments
European Architectural Light and Shadow Art | 7-Day Qinghai-Gansu Loop: A Feast from Salt Lakes to Danxia | Datong Chahan River Scenic Area｜A Secret Gallery on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau | Winter Blue Ice Stunning Secret Spot | Highland Green Pearl Qunjiā｜The Nature and Culture of the Forest Park | Blue Ice Secret Realm · Snowy Wonderland | [The Soul-Stirring Secret of Qinghai!] | Longyangxia | A Natural Epic and Cultural Monument in the Highland Secret Realm | Must Visit! Desert Buddha Light Travel Photography Guide | Step into a geological epic! Speechless from the color palette of Qinghai's Shuangshixia Gorge | Xining Travel Guide | You must see the blue ice of Qinghai Lake at least once | A new family travel option after 26 years! A train journey along the Silk Road | Xining Travel Guide | The magnificent treasure hall is hidden in the bustling atmosphere of a riverside town | Laoye Mountain｜Millennia of Cultural Heritage and Majestic Scenery in the Qilian Mountain Range | Xining: Discover Diverse Cultures and Plateau Spirits in the Cool Sanctuary of "China's Summer Capital" | Exhaustive Guide! G315 National Highway Self-Drive Route｜Crossing China’s Loneliest Road | Stepping inside feels like falling into a dream woven with colors. | Qinghai Cloudscape Photography Guide | Winter Loop｜Avoid the Crowds and Take Over the Entire Ice and Snow Secret Realm | The Correct Way to Explore Qinghai Lake: A 360° Lakeside Guide Just for You! | Qinghai's Winter Secret Mirror! Free Panoramic View of Kanbula, Encounter the Frozen Scroll of Red Rocks and Azure Waters | Frozen Yellow River · Kanbula Lake Loop Self-Drive｜Challenge the "Qinghai Version of Duku Highway" | Crossing the Qilian Mountains! Winter Self-Drive, Encounter the Snowy Grasslands' Windows Desktop | 4-Day Winter Break Full Guide to Exploring Xining and Surrounding Areas | Gashui Gorge: Encounter the Beauty of Nature in Xining's Secret Canyon | Come to Ta'er Monastery and fill in the blanks about "faith" | More than just a tour of the Tulou! A full immersive Hakka family experience | Xining Wanxi! Stay in an Ancient-Style Fairy Tale Hotel!
More Things To Do in Xining
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