Top 20 Best Things to Do in Ningxia
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  • Shapotou Scenic Areatop_1
    󰺂8.2
    7.08
    Zhongwei.Shapotou tourist attraction>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󱓊Yellow River heritage & modern entertainment
    󰀆Experience the charm of the Huanghe by rafting on a sheepskin raft
    󱨠Saved by 629 users󱨠22664 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    M28***n1M28***n1

    There are more than 40 activities such as camel riding, desert surfing, sandboarding, sheepskin dumplings and so on. Riding camels can make people experience the charm of the ancient Silk Road; the rapid shuttle of desert surfing cars makes people feel speed and passion; sandboarding is suitable for the whole family, full of fun; The sheepskin dumplings can make tourists feel the flow of the Yellow River, listening to the boatman tell local stories and folk songs, and it is very pleasant.

  • China West Film Studiotop_2
    󰺂7.8
    10.75
    Yinchuan.Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town/Zhenbeipu Western Movie City Resort>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoExperience the quiet legend of light and shadow at China West Film Studio
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󰋄Role-play & film a micro-movie
    󱓊Dress up & be a star
    󱨠10090 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    青水月青水月

    I didn't have much hope for this scenic spot, it was a prop scene, and I reported a day trip group. After entering, there will be a free tour guide explanation at a fixed time, but I didn't expect the whole escort free explanation, and the speech is very good, one is nearly 3 hours, very responsible, I remember it seems to be the 27th commentator, like a big praise.

  • The Western Xia Mausoleumtop_3
    󰺂7.6
    Yinchuan>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe Western Xia Mausoleum Offers Free Admission | Dec 2025-Feb 2026
    Highlights:
    󰋄Explore Xixia Royal Tombs
    󰋄Over 200 towering earthen mounds
    󱨠4082 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    青鸾不独去青鸾不独去

    Xixia Wang Mausoleum||Beidou layout of the Jiudi Mausoleum ​ Tower-style Mausoleum ​: Seven-story earth solid tower (original height about 20 meters), for Xixia original shape. Land Palace ​: Located under Lingtai, about 25 meters deep. God Wall ​: Square earthen wall, edge length 180-240 meters, four corners built corners. Bei Pavilion ​: East and West Bei Pavilion is set up in front of the Imperial Mausoleum, and Xixia Wen and Han Wencan Monuments are unearthed. ​ Sacrificial Building ​: Sacrificial Building, existing pillar foundation site. Moon City, Xingtai ​: Shendao Pre-Guide Building. Funeral system speciality ​: Combining the Tang and Song Tomb System (Shendao, Xingtai) and Buddhist elements (Tao-style Tomb Station), reflecting the influence of multiculturalism.

  • Helan Mountain Rock Painting
    4
    󰺂7.4
    9.2
    Helan>100 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆360° view & rock art
    󰋄Helan Mountain forest & rock art
    󱨠2654 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    华蓥.山人华蓥.山人

    The theme of deer and horse in Helan Mountain Rock painting is worth a visit, not only for its unique historical and cultural value, but also for its dual charm of combining nature and art. 1. Uniqueness: Helan Mountain Rock Painting is a great master of the art of nomadic people in China, and the theme of deer and horse is the core witness of its cultural blend. ​ 2. Experience: From static viewing to dynamic printing, from natural exploration to scientific puzzle solving, the scenic spot provides a rich participatory experience. ​ 3. Comprehensive: a perfect combination of natural wonders, history and culture, parent-child interaction, suitable for tourists of different ages. If you are interested in history, art or natural exploration, Helan Mountain Rock Painting can definitely bring shock and inspiration far beyond expectations. It is recommended to reserve half a day to savor this "epic engraved on stone".

  • Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction
    5
    󰺂7.3
    8.49
    Lingwu>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoFall and Winter Tour of Lingwu: A 3-Stop Exploration of Prehistoric and Pastoral Charm | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    󱨠4747 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M23***30M23***30

    A great place to see authentic archaeology. The Soldier Cave is highly recommended. Unfortunately, I missed the show due to lack of time. The camel ride was affordable. The so-called special transportation options, aside from the tractor, were just average. The museum and the Soldier Cave offer free guided tours, which was highly recommended.

  • Ning Xia Helan Mountain National Forest Park
    6
    󰺂7.0
    4.25
    Helan>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󱓊Cable car: Helan night & sunrise
    Hike trails & explore rock art
    󱨠1660 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    不做牧云不做牧云

    Century Tower: Up to the top of the tower overlooking Helan Mountain, it is a good place to take pictures. Tuerkeng: The commanding height of the scenic spot, there is a mountain meadow. Cliff wall plank road: The longest and largest gap in the northwest area, it is also the only high mountain cliff plank road in Ningxia. It is currently open for 2.5 kilometers and can see many geological relics. Day trip to the tour route: Tourist Service Center - Songtao Mountain Villa - Cliff Plank Road - Qingsongling - Century Tower - Tu'erkeng - Cherry Valley - Yinba Guyan. In-depth tour: On the first day, you can visit Helan Mountain Museum, Yinba Guyan, Songtao Mountain Villa, and stay near the scenic spot; The next day, take the Songtao Mountain Villa - Cliff Plank Road - Qingsongling - Century Tower - Tuerkeng - Cherry Valley route, and experience the beauty of the scenic spot in depth.

  • Qingtongxia Yellow River Grand Canyon
    7
    󰺂6.9
    16.27
    Qingtongxia75.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󱨜Stunning cliffs & unique landscapes
    󱓊Thrilling rafting in Yellow River
    󱨠4633 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    锦~瑜锦~瑜

    The Grand Canyon of the Yellow River in Qingtongxia is the last canyon in the upper reaches of the Yellow River. He Lanjun Mountain and Niu Shouqi Peak form the picture scroll of the mountain, and the high-gorge Pinghu and the deep valley turbulence form the symphony of water. Majestic dams, ancient mysterious 108 towers, solemn statues of Dagu, magnificent canyon scenery and many other attractions are distributed on both sides of the Straits, making this place the most beautiful scenery of the Yellow River cultural boutique landscape. In order to create a first-class area for ecological protection and high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin, the tourist area has launched a Shili Changxia sightseeing tour, skin rafting experience tour, fitness hiking health and maintenance tour, yellow irrigation research tour, millennium ancient tower exploration tour, Dagu spirit search tour, Characteristic experience projects such as the dam water tour, show the vastness and depth of the Yellow River civilization in all directions, and have a high reputation and reputation at home and even internationally, attracting friends from all over the world, among which, lingering.

  • Sand Lake
    8
    󰺂6.9
    11.32
    Pingluo>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󱓊Water town & desert scenery
    󱨜Exotic sand sculptures festival
    󱨠2939 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    有理喻的人0有理喻的人0

    I specifically visited this place because of the opening credits of "A Chinese Odyssey." Seeing Zixia boating among the reeds, accompanied by a melodious tune, brought back memories of thirty years ago. It takes about an hour to drive here from Yinchuan. The price is a bit expensive; the entrance fee plus transportation costs nearly 200 yuan per person. It feels overdeveloped, with too many unnecessary facilities added for commercial purposes, disrupting the original tranquility and serene natural beauty. The roaring seaplanes and speedboats, and the incredibly long return trip (from the island to the sand dunes to the pier, it takes about 20 to 30 minutes to walk). If you're short on time, this isn't a must-see attraction in Yinchuan.

  • Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town
    9
    󰺂6.6
    6.79
    Yinchuan.Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town/Zhenbeipu Western Movie City Resort>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoManpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town opens | Jun 10, 2023
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󱓊240-minute immersive night show
    󱨜5-hour diverse night show
    󱨠1563 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    阿凤的旅途阿凤的旅途

    Manpu·See the real experience of Helan Performing Arts Town | Is the immersive journey worth rushing? 🌟 The overall experience summary The performing arts town that was swiped into the circle of friends finally punched in! Stayed here all day, there were amazing high-light moments, and also stepped on a few small thunders. The sisters collected this real evaluation ~ ✨ must praise the flash point 1. The immersive performance ceiling 20+ live performances are seamless! "Xiaguxing" in the darts and the wall of the martial arts fighting superbly, "Lingzhou Huimeng" ancient costume group drama directly dragged me into the Shengtang! The most amazing thing is that the NPC will interact randomly. It was really a surprise when the "Ancient Princess" took a photo. The evening's main show "Helan Mountain Festival" was a special effect. Sitting in the audience felt like watching a movie blockbuster! 2. The seven theme blocks with a 100% film rate have their own characteristics! Under the ancient city wall, the atmosphere is large, and the lantern-filled Diannong Ancient Street is super suitable for wearing Hanfu to shoot the night scene. I specially wore a cheongsam to the light and shadow promenade of the wine museum, and I asked the address in the circle of friends! 3. One-stop holiday super worry-free hot spring hotel package is superb, tired to play directly to relax; non-legacy block can experience hand-made He Lanxuan, give girlfriends with gifts super suitable; Sisters with children can store the children in the children's play center, and go to the wine tasting hall to take a micro-check of the ~ ⚠️ Avoid the pit guide 1. Remember the performance time! Some popular venues need to occupy seats in advance. It is recommended to take the performance schedule to plan the route first, otherwise it is easy to miss the program you want to see. 2. Weekend people in the crowd! If you want to take pictures comfortably, try to choose a working day or a staggered peak in the morning, and the experience of the tour group gathering after 3 pm will be discounted. 3. The park is large in size and wear comfortable shoes! Although there is a shuttle bus, it is inevitable to walk 20,000 steps to the food red and black list. Must eat recommendation - Huaiyuan Sightseeing Night Market Snacks: Huaiyuan Night Market, which is re-engraved in Yinchuan's super-fire, is in the park! Rolled cold skin sour and hot appetizer, spicy strips wrapped in roasted bran skin to lame feet, rose bran milk flavor is strong, dessert control closed eyes! - Helan Mountain Wild Mushroom Noodle: Fresh eyebrows soup base! The mushrooms are tender and chewy, the noodles are full of soup and super flavorful, and the portion is super large for two people to share food ~- Xixia roasted whole lamb: a must for dinner! The outer skin is roasted golden and crispy, and the secret cumin is fragrant to the bones. There is also a Mongolian girl singing and dancing on the spot to help the fun, and the sense of ritual is full! Try carefully - some snack stalls are too expensive, it is recommended to compare a few more before starting; Individual net red punching shops take pictures, but the taste is general, avoid following the wind and stepping on the thunder ~ 💌 intimate Tips for girls ✔️ Wearing Hanfu/cheongsam to make more films. There are rental shops in the park but the holiday style may not be complete. It is recommended to bring your own ✔️ with makeup! The night view lighting is super beautiful, but sweating and dissemblance will affect the value of the petal bath ball in the hot spring area. When you are in the bath, remember to find the staff to collect it. The atmosphere is directly full! In general, if you want to experience the romance of crossing the millennium, or if your girlfriends group to shoot blockbusters in ancient style, it is definitely worth rushing! It is recommended to enter the park at 3 pm, go shopping during the day, take pictures, watch the show at night, unlock

  • Ningxia Museum
    10
    󰺂6.5
    Yinchuan.Ningxia Museum/Downtown>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 6 of Family-friendly Attractions in Ningxia
    Highlights:
    󱓊Cultural architecture & Han artifacts
    󱨜VR recreates ancient life scenes
    󱨠486 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    好孩子是哪里人好孩子是哪里人

    Ningxia Museum, went several times. There is a particularly large exhibition hall that specializes in Helan Mountain rock painting. People in ancient times, by carving various patterns on the rocks, praying, blessing, staying, let us see.

Best things to do in Ningxia (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Ningxia? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Ningxia offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Ningxia

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Ningxia experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Shapotou Scenic Area

• Zhongwei.Shapotou tourist attraction | >100 km from downtown

• : Yellow River heritage & modern entertainment,Experience the charm of the Huanghe by rafting on a sheepskin raft

China West Film Studio

• Yinchuan.Manpu·Seeing Helan Performing Arts Town/Zhenbeipu Western Movie City Resort | >100 km from downtown

• : Role-play & film a micro-movie,Dress up & be a star

The Western Xia Mausoleum

• Yinchuan | >100 km from downtown

• : Explore Xixia Royal Tombs,Over 200 towering earthen mounds

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Ningxia

If you want to explore attractions just outside Ningxia, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Ningxia, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Ningxia special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Ningxia

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
3. Compare prices and packages on Trip.com for exclusive deals and bundled experiences.
4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

Experience the best things to do in Ningxia

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What Best Things to Do are there in Ningxia?
These are all Best Things to Do in Ningxia:Shapotou Scenic Area, China West Film Studio, The Western Xia Mausoleum, Helan Mountain Rock Painting, Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Ningxia?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Ningxia include:Shapotou Scenic Area:4.8, China West Film Studio:4.5, The Western Xia Mausoleum:4.5, Helan Mountain Rock Painting:4.5, Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction:4.6
At what locations in Ningxia can Best Things to Do in Ningxia be found?
The Best Things to Do in Ningxia are mainly located in:Shapotou Scenic Area:Zhongwei, China West Film Studio:Yinchuan, The Western Xia Mausoleum:Yinchuan, Helan Mountain Rock Painting:Helan, Shuidonggou Tourist Attraction:Lingwu
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