Xining
Xining Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | February, 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
4.6/53,531 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)
4.5/5554 Reviews
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At Atour S, perched atop Xining, embark on a journey through a flowing starry sky feast.
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Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Blue Ice is absolutely stunning
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Tibet's Hidden Stunning Photo Spots
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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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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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Popular Ski Resorts Near Xining
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Xinglongshan Ski Field
4.0/5121 Reviews
Long Mountain International Ski Field
4.0/529 Reviews
Songmingyan International Ski Resort
4.5/541 Reviews
Top 10 Scenic Hotels near Xining
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Popular Types of Attractions in Xining
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | 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
Christian Gan'en Church | Dajinwa Temple | Xinghailu Mosque | Yak Butter Scripture Temple | Qinghai Plateau | Plateau Pearl Sightseeing Tower | Nan Mountain Ski Field | Xinning Plaza | Qinghaidikuang Exhibition hall | Xigang Park | Angli Mosque | Former Residence of Liao Maiting | Fachuang Temple | Luqingshuishang Park | Black Spring Reservoir | Hot Water Ditch | Hutai Mosque | Wangzhuang Mosque | Zanpu Linka | Ancestral Palace of Goddess of the Empyrean | Qinghai Science and Technology Museum | Xialinjiaya Mosque | Bridge Mosque
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Popular Restaurants in Xining
QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street) | Ma Zhong Shi Fu (Mo Jia Jie) | BAOHULU | Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food | DE LU | QingZhen De Xiao Kang Rou | Shalihai Catering Food City | Café Realm | Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet | 陆记源·青海土火锅(饮马街店) | ma er sha | Qingya Loumian Pian Kangyangpai | QING HAI TU HUO GUO GUO JI CUN DIAN | 伊帆食府地方特色美食 | Yajunyanggaorou (haihu) | 清真·雅居炕羊排 | Qinghaimingchigazhangwa Barbecue (haihuzongdian) | 西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅 | 宁茶·西宁特色奶茶(北家姓总店) | EAT FOOD | Quan Er Tou Za Sui Xia Du Fu Di Br. | 祁记手工面片坊(力盟店) | BNP | 清真·西湖银峰中餐厅(西宁店) | 清真尕穆萨美食城总店 | QING SHAN NIANG PI | 妥穆洒东乡手抓美食 | Yue Bin Lou | Four Seasons Chamber | Halal·Dong La black charcoal Roast Lamb Leg (Shitong·guoji branch)
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