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Ningxia 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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Recommended trip: 3–5 day(s)

Recommended trip: 3–5 day(s)

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Things to do in Ningxia

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Ningxia? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Shapotou Scenic Area

Shapotou Scenic Area

4.8/525,065 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Deserts"
China West Film Studio

China West Film Studio

4.5/517,342 Review
"Film and television bases"
"Night view"
The Western Xia Mausoleum

The Western Xia Mausoleum

4.5/56,267 Review
"Historic buildings"
Helan Mountain Rock Painting

Helan Mountain Rock Painting

4.5/54,618 Review
"Historic buildings"
Ning Xia Helan Mountain National Forest Park

Ning Xia Helan Mountain National Forest Park

4.5/51,798 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Mountain climbing"
Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction

Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction

4.5/56,248 Review
"Historic buildings"
"Night view"
Sand Lake

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4.5/56,129 Review
"Natural scenery"
Qingtongxia Yellow River Grand Canyon

Qingtongxia Yellow River Grand Canyon

4.8/54,632 Review
"Rafting"
"Natural scenery"
Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town

Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town

4.9/51,489 Review
"Night view"
Ningxia Museum

Ningxia Museum

4.6/5620 Review
"Museums"
"Exhibitions"
Liupan Mountain National Forest Park

Liupan Mountain National Forest Park

4.2/5697 Review
"Natural scenery"
"Mountain climbing"
Huangsha Guduyuan Ecological Tourism Area

Huangsha Guduyuan Ecological Tourism Area

4.5/51,157 Review
"Natural scenery"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Ningxia, 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 Ningxia dishes and foodie spots.
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红柳枝滩羊烧烤

红柳枝滩羊烧烤

4.8/551 Review
Avg. IDR214,583/person
"Barbeque"
"Open Late"
Tong Xin Chun

Tong Xin Chun

4.5/5174 Review
Avg. IDR164,583/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
"Time-honored Brand"
Xiao Ye MUTTON

Xiao Ye MUTTON

4.3/531 Review
Avg. IDR210,416/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
穆府鲜羊馆

穆府鲜羊馆

4.8/514 Review
Avg. IDR158,333/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
SU LAI TE SE NIU GU TAN YANG SHOU ZHUA GUAN

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4.5/523 Review
Avg. IDR129,166/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
BEI SONG

BEI SONG

5.0/58 Review
Avg. IDR231,250/person
"Hot Pot"
田记蒸碗羊羔肉

田记蒸碗羊羔肉

5.0/540 Review
Avg. IDR179,166/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"
Haidilao Hot Pot (yinchuanwangfujing)

Haidilao Hot Pot (yinchuanwangfujing)

4.8/5447 Review
Avg. IDR185,416/person
"Hot Pot"
SHANG YI BING ZHU YANG

SHANG YI BING ZHU YANG

5.0/53 Review
Avg. IDR285,416/person
"Hot Pot"
Guo qiang shou zhua(bei jing xi lu dian)

Guo qiang shou zhua(bei jing xi lu dian)

4.4/5142 Review
Avg. IDR208,333/person
"Northwest China Cuisine"

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