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Qinghai Independent Travel Guide (2025): Top Things to Do, Popular Attractions, Itinerary Planning, Accommodation, Food, Transportation, Weather, and More - Everything You Need to Know (Updated June, 2025) | Trip.com

About Qinghai

Recommended trip: 3–7 day(s)

Recommended trip: 3–7 day(s)

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Things to do in Qinghai

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Qinghai? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Chaka Salt Lake

Chaka Salt Lake

4.3/514,950 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"
Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

4.8/55,898 Reviews
"Museums"
"Exhibitions"
Kumbum Monastery

Kumbum Monastery

4.6/515,984 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Wu Su Te (Water) Yadan Geological Park

Wu Su Te (Water) Yadan Geological Park

4.4/52,749 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Natural scenery"
Chaerhan Salt Lake

Chaerhan Salt Lake

4.7/51,700 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Natural scenery"
Qinghai Lake

Qinghai Lake

4.5/56,185 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"
Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

4.4/51,214 Reviews
"Mountain climbing"
Xining Wildlife Park

Xining Wildlife Park

4.5/52,181 Reviews
Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area

Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area

4.6/53,118 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
"Mountain climbing"
Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake

4.3/5366 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
Chaka Sky No.1 Scenic Area

Chaka Sky No.1 Scenic Area

4.3/51,148 Reviews
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"
Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum

Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau Nature Museum

4.3/5504 Reviews
"Museums"
"Science & technology museums"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Qinghai, 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 Qinghai dishes and foodie spots.
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清真尕穆萨美食城总店

清真尕穆萨美食城总店

5.0/512 Reviews
Avg. NZD15/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
DE LU

DE LU

4.4/5119 Reviews
Avg. NZD2/person
"Bakeries"
"Time-honored Brand"
西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅

西宁伊尔顿国际饭店·中餐厅

4.5/58 Reviews
Avg. NZD29/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

4.6/547 Reviews
Avg. NZD21/person
"Halal"
EAT FOOD

EAT FOOD

5.0/54 Reviews
Avg. NZD18/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
玉树查拉牦牛酸奶(中泰店)

玉树查拉牦牛酸奶(中泰店)

5.0/511 Reviews
Avg. NZD4/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"
QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)

QingZhen Yi Xin Mutton ShouZhua Guan (HuaYuan North Street)

4.5/5576 Reviews
Avg. NZD18/person
"Halal"
"Filming Locations"
Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet

Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet

5.0/58 Reviews
Avg. NZD12/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
振华手抓大王

振华手抓大王

4.9/522 Reviews
Avg. NZD16/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Qinghaimingchigazhangwa Barbecue (haihuzongdian)

Qinghaimingchigazhangwa Barbecue (haihuzongdian)

4.3/523 Reviews
Avg. NZD20/person
"Barbeque"
"Open Late"
Café Realm

Café Realm

4.3/519 Reviews
Avg. NZD36/person
"Buffets"

Qinghai Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Qinghai trip review: Proceed with caution, ladies

Qinghai trip review: Proceed with caution, ladies

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Kumbum Monastery : A Spiritual and Cultural Gem
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Kumbum Monastery : A Spiritual and Cultural Gem

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A trip to Qinghai healed me for a whole year 🩹

A trip to Qinghai healed me for a whole year 🩹

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Back from Xining, here's the honest truth! I came to this city because of a song.

Back from Xining, here's the honest truth! I came to this city because of a song.

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Returning from Qinghai's Emerald Lake, I've had an epiphany!

Returning from Qinghai's Emerald Lake, I've had an epiphany!

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Traveling to Mangya's Gaskule Lake and Blue Hole
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Traveling to Mangya's Gaskule Lake and Blue Hole

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[Dreamlike Emerald Secret Realm] So the lakes in fairy tales really exist!

[Dreamlike Emerald Secret Realm] So the lakes in fairy tales really exist!

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A great place to unwind with parents

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