Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ürümqi February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ürümqi](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Hotels.d3647.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ürümqi](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Urumqi.d3647.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ürümqi Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Urumqi.d3647.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ürümqi Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi.d3647.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Ürümqi ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ürümqi Types of activities Where to stay [Ürümqi travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/rmqi.dx3647) ![This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/2c7a9ed1-5f0f-40d9-a4cc-f99a28fa9b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/2c7a9ed1-5f0f-40d9-a4cc-f99a28fa9b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The vista is from Kashi (Kashgar) in Xinjiang Province to about 2 hours away from the border town of Pakistan. We were traveling on a day excursion and all we saw were countless snow peaked mountain tops and lakes. Very stark and raw and isolated from the rest of humanity. Excellent photo opportunities! #blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/9aca31ca-0448-49b7-a287-8d705d845f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I think the best sights are those that appeared right in front of your vision when least expected. As is the case here on the day excursion from Kashgar (Kashi to the Chinese). Mountains after mountains with snow peaks and lakes under the #blue sky! Yes, this is a rarity in Asia. Most places are crowded with civilization but this rare window into the heart of China is what takes breath away, not the pollution in the cities! #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/03def6d3-8365-4cdd-b692-d39a46733bfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is the vista stretching from Kashi in western China to about 2 hours from Pakistan border. We drove for a day to simply enjoy the freedom from crowd and noises in this most populated country in the world! Who could have known there are still plenty of open spaces and fresh air here? #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/4bfaa0ea-e836-44fd-95f0-9392a87a228b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Ürümqi Attractions Always up for expanding your horizons and inventive ways to get your kicks, you're prepared to check out an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. You're excited to set course in a different direction. It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia makes it a breeze to book lots of things to do. Book your activities now, and the only thing you'll have left to do is count the days until your escape and think about all the places you'll go. Next stop: Ürümqi! - Reserve your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia for significant savings, and you will still have enough cash for a dream hotel or luxurious meal while you're visiting. The activities in Ürümqi aren't only perfect for you, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 2 things to do here, and you can get them starting at £109. - Ürümqi is a favourite among sightseers like you. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Ürümqi to check out local hot spots and explore the best things to do, and a good amount of these visitors can't wait to return. The top activities can catch the enthusiasm of even experienced travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our list includes an impressive array of historically based tours and opportunities for adventure. From unique ways to explore the best this area has to give like a [The Blue Lagoon with Admission Ticket & Golden Circle Tour](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-blue-lagoon-with-admission-ticket-golden-circle-tour.a180652.activity-details) to [The Blue Lagoon with Admission Ticket & Transport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-blue-lagoon-with-admission-ticket-transport.a180699.activity-details), which provides the ultimate way to decompress, there is an abundance of active options to choose from when you consider all the things you can do here at Expedia. Our activities are the ideal way to organise your trip. It takes an expert itinerary to really get the most out of Ürümqi, particularly when you wish to include lots of exciting activities. And it's evident that you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room遥ou are ready to get out and see what life is like for locals. You look forward to covering the top activities around, and an afternoon walking through charming neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book guided tours on Expedia, and leave your map behind. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Ürümqi | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Erdaoqiao Bazaar Tour with Urumqi Singing and Dancing Show](/things-to-do/erdaoqiao-bazaar-tour-with-urumqi-singing-and-dancing-show.a49816784.activity-details): £109 | | Top 5 things to do | [Erdaoqiao Bazaar Tour with Urumqi Singing and Dancing Show](/things-to-do/erdaoqiao-bazaar-tour-with-urumqi-singing-and-dancing-show.a49816784.activity-details)[Private Day Trip to Tianchi Lake and Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi](/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-tianchi-lake-and-erdaoqiao-grand-bazaar-from-urumqi.a2053953.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Private Day Trip to Tianchi Lake and Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar from Urumqi](/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-tianchi-lake-and-erdaoqiao-grand-bazaar-from-urumqi.a2053953.activity-details) | ## What to do in Ürümqi --- ### Popular places to visit ![Having a walk up on Hongshan park, in Urumqi, China.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976002589/10c21d42-9e69-4c3c-9a61-fd309d987418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hongshan Park Explore the great outdoors at Hongshan Park, a lovely green space in Ürümqi. Discover the area's hot springs and desert landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hongshan-Park-Urumqi.d6098144.Attraction) #### Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar You can do some window-shopping at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar during your stay in Ürümqi. Discover the area's hot springs and desert landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xinjiang-International-Grand-Bazaar-Urumqi-City-Centre.d553248621561024200.Attraction) #### Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum during your travels in Ürümqi. Discover the area's museums and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xinjiang-Uygur-Autonomous-Region-Museum-Urumqi.d553248621532741160.Attraction) #### Hongshan Arena Catch an event at Hongshan Arena during your trip to Ürümqi. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hongshan-Arena-Urumqi.d553248621532741155.Attraction) #### Xinjiang International Convention and Exhibition Center Learn about the events happening in Xinjiang International Convention and Exhibition Center during your trip to Ürümqi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xinjiang-International-Convention-And-Exhibition-Center-Shuimogou-District.d657723954685841408.Attraction) #### Silk Route Musem of Xinjiang Uygur You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Silk Route Musem of Xinjiang Uygur in Ürümqi. Discover the area's hot springs and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Silk-Route-Musem-Of-Xinjiang-Uygur-Tianshan-District.d553248621532741142.Attraction) #### Mt. Tianshan Ski Area Hit the slopes at Mt. Tianshan Ski Area during your trip to Urumqi County. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Tianshan-Ski-Area-Urumqi-County.d553248621532741066.Attraction) #### Urumqi Water Amusement Park Bring the family to Urumqi Water Amusement Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Ürümqi. Discover the area's hot springs and desert landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Water-Amusement-Park-Tianshan-District.d553248621532741139.Attraction) #### Xinjiang People's Hall Learn about the events happening in Xinjiang People's Hall during your trip to Ürümqi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xinjiang-Peoples-Hall-Saybagh-District.d818566774807040000.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Ürümqi ![This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/2c7a9ed1-5f0f-40d9-a4cc-f99a28fa9b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ürümqi City Centre You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Ürümqi City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Hongshan Park or Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Urumqi-City-Centre.dx553248633981730574) ![This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/2c7a9ed1-5f0f-40d9-a4cc-f99a28fa9b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tianshan District You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in Tianshan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar or Silk Route Musem of Xinjiang Uygur. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Tianshan-District.dx553248633981737701) ![love the snow here！](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3647/10417f0b-4414-436b-970a-96f54e57278b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shuimogou District While visiting Shuimogou District, you might make a stop by sights like Hongshan Park and Hongshan Arena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Shuimogou-District.dx553248635976002589) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saybagh District If you're spending some time in Saybagh District, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum and South Mountain of Shihezi are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Saybagh-District.dx553248635976002563) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dabancheng District While visiting Dabancheng District, you might make a stop by sights like Tianshan Mountain Wildlife Park and Xinjiang Tianshan. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Dabancheng-District.dx553248635976003304) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Toutunhe District If you're a traveller that's interested in museums, Toutunhe District might be a good pick. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Urumqi-Toutunhe-District.dx553248635939578228) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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