Tibet Travel Guide

China

A large, multi-tiered monastery complex with red and white buildings, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.
A large fortress-like structure with multiple levels and a flat top, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky.
A multi-tiered monastery complex with red-roofed buildings, steep staircases, and a mountainous backdrop.
A golden stupa with intricate carvings, a red-roofed building, and a mountainous backdrop.
A traditional Tibetan monastery with ornate architecture, set against a mountainous backdrop.

Popular cities in Tibet

A large fortress-like structure with multiple levels and a flat top, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky.
Lhasa
Known for Temples, UNESCO site and Castle
Experience the temples, UNESCO site and opera in Lhasa!

Reasons to visit

  • Potala Palace
  • Jokhang Temple
  • Sera Monastery
Explore cityFind hotels
A mountainous landscape with a body of water in the foreground.
Ngari
Known for Mountains, Lakes and Nature
Get away to Ngari! Enjoy the mountains, lake views and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Kailash
  • Lake Rakshastal
Explore cityFind hotels
A large fortress-like structure on a hill with a clear blue sky and scattered clouds.
Shigatse
Known for Glaciers, Ruins and Camping
Get away to quaint Shigatse! Enjoy the glaciers, ruins and castle.
Explore cityFind hotels
A river with clear turquoise water flowing through a mountainous landscape.
Nyingtri
Known for Glaciers, Jungles and Sightseeing
Escape to Nyingtri! Enjoy its glaciers, sightseeing and oceanfront.
Explore cityFind hotels
A mountainous landscape with a large blue lake and snow-capped peaks in the distance.
Shannan
Known for Small town, Mountains and Temples
Explore quaint Shannan: its mountain views, temples, culture and more!
Explore cityFind hotels
A large, illuminated fortress-like structure with multiple levels and a prominent red building on top, surrounded by a hilly landscape.
Nagchu
Known for Secluded, Cafes and Mountains
Escape to secluded Nagchu! Enjoy its cafes, mountain views and lake views.
Explore cityFind hotels

Stay near popular Tibet attractions

A multi-tiered monastery complex with red-roofed buildings, steep staircases, and a mountainous backdrop.

Potala Palace

8.8/10 (6 reviews)
After visiting Potala Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lhasa. Discover the area's museums and temples.
See properties

Explore a world of travel with Expedia