Top 10 Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou
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  • Lanzhou Danxia Geological Parktop_1
    󰺂8.0
    36.6
    Yongdeng35.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Fall Viewing Attractions
    󱨠Saved by 265 users󱨠2123 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    It’s such a wonderful trip. Easy communication. This place is so beautiful and is a must visit when you’re in Lanzhou.

  • Gansu Provincial Museumtop_2
    󰺂7.3
    Lanzhou.Gansu Provincial Museum/Lanzhou Center5.4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Exhibition of the Galloping Horse Treading on a Swallow
    Immersive exhibit hall experience
    󱨠Saved by 124 users󱨠2473 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    晓风2018晓风2018

    The public account reservation of the Gansu Provincial Museum is simply too grinding, and the fingers have to be broken and can't be made, so I have to buy a special exhibition ticket. The staff is still pretty good. You can go to the queue earlier, and there is a high probability that you can take pictures of horses stepping on the swallows and blue lotus cups that are not many people around. The literature and creation are very rich, and it is almost difficult to come out empty handed.

  • Yellow River Buildingtop_3
    󰺂7.1
    13.67
    Lanzhou.Olympic Sports Center/Lanzhou Old Street11.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Lanzhou
    󱨠556 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    会爬爬树的蚂蚁会爬爬树的蚂蚁

    - Majestic shape: Lanzhou Yellow River Tower is a tower structure of seven dark and six, high 93.39 meters, a total of 16 floors, skirting room with the city wall as image, become a solid base; The Yellow River Building of Qingtongxia is designed to imitate the towers of Ming and Qing Dynasties. The main building is 11 floors and has a height of 108 meters. It is attached to the corner building and archway. The total construction area is 22,115 square meters. ​- Unique style: Lanzhou Yellow River Building adopts a combination of Chinese and Western style, with pointed arches, colored glazed tiles and dark wood grilles, etc. Qingtongxia Yellow River Building is a typical Ming and Qing style, golden yellow glazed roof, overall shape moths and corners, magnificent. Cultural connotation - rich display: the Yellow River Art Museum in Lanzhou Yellow River Building, exhibits covering bronzeware, porcelain, calligraphy and painting, ancient coins, etc., as well as precious cultural relics such as the Yellow River map of the Qing Dynasty; the Yellow River Building of Qingtongxia displays the brilliant civilization of the Yellow River in 5,000 years and the connotation of the Yellow River culture in Ningxia in all directions. ​- Cultural heritage: Both Yellow River buildings carry various cultural elements such as Yellow River culture and Silk Road culture. Through architecture and exhibitions, people can deeply understand the historical changes, folk customs and cultural heritage of the Yellow River basin, which is an important carrier for the promotion of Yellow River culture.

  • Lanzhou Wildlife Park
    4
    󰺂6.1
    40.55
    Lanzhou22 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 7 of Best Things to Do in Lanzhou
    Highlights:
    Train ride fun for kids
    󱓊Feed alpacas & deer up-close
    󱨠348 positive reviews
    4.1/5
    会爬爬树的蚂蚁会爬爬树的蚂蚁

    - Rich variety of animals: currently exhibiting more than 210 rare animals around the world, more than 3,000, covering representative animals on all continents, as well as four giant pandas "Hongyan", "Manlan", "home treasure" and "full" from the China Giant Panda Conservation Research Center. ​- The park plan is reasonable: it covers an area of 5,358 mu, consisting of the entrance area, walking tour area, car tour area and logistics service area. The ecological sightseeing belt divides the entire park into two circular tour routes, pedestrian and car dealerships, and also sets up 5 functional partitions. ​-Excellent ecological environment: pay attention to the creation of animal living environments, simulate different ecological environments, and make animal living spaces closer to nature, such as African tribal areas and American rainforest areas. ​- Strong science education function: actively carry out science education activities, with science popularization hall, giant panda hall science popularization display facilities, etc., through "science popularization into campus", weekend parent-child activities, multi-themed research courses and other forms to teach tourists zoology, ecology and other knowledge. ​- Complete supporting facilities: there is a fairy tale castle playground area, more than ten parent-child amusement equipment, as well as restaurants, shops and other commercial facilities, the dining area provides a variety of cuisines, which can meet the diversified needs of tourists.

  • Lanzhou Polar Ocean World
    5
    󰺂5.9
    50.12
    Lanzhou.Gansu Provincial Museum/Lanzhou Center5.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Best Things to Do in Lanzhou
    Highlights:
    󰀆Dolphin show & sea lion interaction
    7 unique & diverse exhibition areas
    󱨠780 positive reviews
    4.0/5
    会爬爬树的蚂蚁会爬爬树的蚂蚁

    - Excellent location: Located at No. 303 Jianxi East Road, Qilihe District, Lanzhou City, it is the only marine polar theme park in Lanzhou. The transportation is convenient. There are direct subways around and parking is more convenient. ​- The venue layout is reasonable: there are 7 exhibitions and functional areas in the museum, including the Amazon rainforest area, the dream jellyfish area, the deep-sea treasure exploration area, the ice age area, etc., each area has unique themes and characteristic creatures. ​- Rich in marine life: It has a variety of marine and polar animals, such as penguins, arctic foxes, beluga whales, nurse sharks, golden fins, etc., as well as rare freshwater fish and amphibians such as colorful fairy fish, salmon, transparent frogs, etc., with a rich variety. ​- Strong science education function: There is an interactive exhibition area, professional interpreters will use models, specimens, etc. to tell children about the life habits of marine life, the living environment and the importance of marine protection in depth, and teach them fun. ​- Performance is wonderful and interesting: there are special programs such as dolphin performances, sea lion shows, mermaid performances, and animals make various difficult actions under the command of the trainer, and the performance is wonderful and loved by children.

  • Dunhuang Gallery
    6
    󰺂5.4
    Lanzhou.Dongfanghong Plaza/The Mixc1.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 11 of Best Things to Do in Lanzhou
    4.9/5
    天上星星的地盘天上星星的地盘

    Dunhuang Art Museum is on the east side of Lanzhou Yellow River Bridge. It is an exhibition hall that introduces the murals of several important caves in Dunhuang. If you have not been to Dunhuang, look at this pavilion first, which will be very helpful to you. The art museum is free.

  • Xinglongshan Ski Field
    7
    󰺂5.2
    Yuzhong35.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Ski Resorts in Lanzhou
    󱨠44% positive reviews
    4.0/5
    selma1982selma1982

    It's still autumn season in Jiangnan, but it's snowing heavily in Lanzhou. The snow is very natural. The ski resort is very large and it's very comfortable to play. The ski resort is not expensive and there are few people. It's really suitable to come here in the off-season.

  • Lanshan Park
    8
    󰺂5.1
    Lanzhou3.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 6 of Night Attractions in Lanzhou
    Highlights:
    Explore a 4,000-year-old historical and cultural site
    󰋄Santai Pavilion overlooking the beautiful Yellow River flowing through the city
    󱨠30% positive reviews
    4.7/5
    自由人1956自由人1956

    Lanshan Park is well worth a visit. Its highlights include the panoramic and night views of the city, the cultural corridor and Santai Pavilion, as well as mountain leisure and dining options. It offers excellent value and convenient transportation. Key Highlights - Lanzhou's best panoramic and night views, best viewed from dusk to night, and the iconic "Lan Hatton" camera position. - Santai Pavilion, a commanding vantage point, offers a 360-degree bird's-eye view of the Yellow River flowing through the city and the lights, creating a spectacular evening atmosphere. - The Huaxia (Lanshan) Long Corridor, approximately 5.8 kilometers long, connects multiple scenic spots along the mountain ridge, making it ideal for walking and photographing. - Religious and Folk Cultural Sites: Puzhao Temple, Lanshan Bell House, and the murals along the corridor are all worth visiting. - Leisure and Dining: A wide range of options are available, including farmhouses, dining at Wanghe Tower and Ziyun Tower, camping, and fireside tea-making. - Convenience and Cost: Park admission is free, and a one-way cable car costs approximately 40 or 30 yuan. Access to the mountain is possible by car, taxi, or cable car. Is it worth the trip? - For night and sunset views of the Yellow River flowing through the city and the city skyline, Lanshan is your top choice in Lanzhou, offering excellent camera locations and a sophisticated experience. - For a light hike combined with cultural sightseeing, the Long Corridor and Santai Pavilion are well-connected, making them suitable for a half-day to full-day trip. - For family leisure, dining, and camping, the mountain restaurants and campsites offer a relaxing experience. Summary Recommendations - Ascend the mountain before dusk to capture photos of Lan Hatton, then visit Santai Pavilion around dusk to watch the sunset and

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What Family-friendly Attractions are there in Lanzhou?
These are all Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou:Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park, Gansu Provincial Museum, Yellow River Building, Lanzhou Wildlife Park, Lanzhou Polar Ocean World
What are some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou?
Some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou include:Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park:4.5, Gansu Provincial Museum:4.6, Yellow River Building:4.6, Lanzhou Wildlife Park:4.1, Dunhuang Gallery:4.9
At what locations in Lanzhou can Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou be found?
The Family-friendly Attractions in Lanzhou are mainly located in:Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park:Yongdeng, Gansu Provincial Museum:Lanzhou, Yellow River Building:Lanzhou, Lanzhou Wildlife Park:Lanzhou, Lanzhou Polar Ocean World:Lanzhou
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