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Qinghai independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated July 2025) | Trip.com

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Chaka Salt Lake

Chaka Salt Lake

4.3/515,710 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"
Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

Qinghai Tibetan Culture Museum

4.8/56,490 Review
"Museums"
"Exhibitions"
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4.6/516,375 Review
"Historic buildings"
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4.4/53,137 Review
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"Natural scenery"
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4.7/52,057 Review
"Hiking"
"Natural scenery"
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4.5/56,347 Review
"Natural scenery"
Riyue Mountains (Sun and Moon Mountains)

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4.4/51,308 Review
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Xining Wildlife Park

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4.4/5987 Review
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Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area

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4.6/53,185 Review
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Chaka Sky No.1 Scenic Area

4.3/51,196 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Night view"

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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"Halal"
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Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

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4.6/548 Review
Avg. BHD5/person
"Halal"
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4.4/5585 Review
Avg. BHD4/person
"Halal"
"Filming Locations"
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4.4/5138 Review
"Bakeries"
"Time-honored Brand"
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4.5/58 Review
Avg. BHD7/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Shalihai Catering Food City

Shalihai Catering Food City

4.4/5128 Review
Avg. BHD5/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
"Open Late"
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Avg. BHD1/person
"Bakeries"
"Afternoon Tea"
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4.2/545 Review
Avg. BHD4/person
"Halal"
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4.3/519 Review
Avg. BHD9/person
"Buffets"
Ma Yong Hua Dong Xiang Finger Food Gourmet

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5.0/58 Review
Avg. BHD3/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
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EAT FOOD

5.0/53 Review
Avg. BHD4/person
"Halal"
"Open Late"
Yue Bin Lou

Yue Bin Lou

4.7/57 Review
Avg. BHD5/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"

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