Hohhot City Travel

Hohhot, Inner Mongolia — the capital of grassland culture, a historic city of Mongol Yuan heritage. Visit Dazhao Temple, explore Inner Mongolia Museum, savor Mongolian cuisine, and experience grassland customs.

200+
Cultural Sites
4A
Scenic Level
40+
Specialty Foods
10+
Grassland Attractions

Hohhot City District & County Travel

Hohhot Three Days Two Nights Grassland Culture Tour

Historical relics + museum exploration + grassland experience, feel the unique charm of Green City

Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Dazhao Temple, Inner Mongolia Museum, Xilamuren Grassland
Suitable For
Culture lovers, grassland tourists, history explorers
Budget per person
¥1200 - ¥2500
01
Historical Relics
Dazhao Temple
Highlights

Full day exploring Dazhao Temple and surrounding historical cultural area.

Attractions
Dazhao Temple
The earliest built Tibetan Buddhist temple in Inner Mongolia, housing precious silver Buddha, dragon carvings and murals, known as the "Silver Buddha Temple".
Saishang Old Street
Ancient street with Ming and Qing architectural style, showcasing traditional Mongolian handicrafts and specialty foods.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels near Dazhao Temple
  • Yurt experience
  • Guesthouses in Huimin District
Food Recommendations
  • Shumai (Steamed Lamb Dumplings)
  • Hand-grabbed Mutton
  • Milk Tea
  • Cheese
Travel Tips
  • Respect religious site regulations
  • Try traditional Mongolian cuisine
  • Purchase ethnic handicrafts
02
Cultural Exploration
Inner Mongolia Museum
Highlights

Full day visiting the museum and surrounding cultural facilities.

Attractions
Inner Mongolia Museum
The earliest established museum in China's minority regions, collecting national first-class cultural relics such as the Xiongnu crown.
Practical Information
Cultural Experiences
  • Mongolian costume experience
  • Ethnic instrument performance
  • Artifact restoration display
Ticket Info
  • Museum: Free (reservation needed)
  • Dazhao Temple: 35 yuan
  • Zhaojun Tomb: 65 yuan
Featured Activities
  • Mongolian song and dance performance
  • Intangible cultural heritage workshop
  • Dome movie
03
Grassland Experience
Xilamuren Grassland
Highlights

Full day grassland herder life experience.

Attractions
Xilamuren Grassland
The closest grassland tourist area to Hohhot, offering horseback riding, archery, yurt accommodation and other traditional herder life experiences.
Practical Information
Featured Activities
  • Horseback riding across grassland
  • Mongolian wrestling performance
  • Bonfire party
Return Advice
  • Allow 3 hours to return to city
  • Shop for grassland specialties
Important Notes
  • Prepare clothing for temperature changes on grassland
  • Respect herder customs
  • Sunscreen and insect repellent preparation

Must-try Foods in Hohhot

Hand-grabbed Mutton

Traditional Mongolian cuisine, using high-quality grassland lamb boiled in plain water, eaten with a Mongolian knife, reflecting bold eating culture.

Mongolian Milk Tea

Brewed with brick tea and fresh milk, adding fried rice, milk skin and other ingredients. Salty and rich, it is a daily drink for Mongolian people.

Shumai (Steamed Lamb Dumplings)

Hohhot specialty breakfast, thin wrapper with generous filling, stuffed with lamb and green onion, served with brick tea.

Hohhot Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • May-Sep: Best grassland viewing period
  • Jul-Aug: Naadam Festival period
  • Oct: Autumn grassland
Must-experience Activities
  • Pray at Dazhao Temple
  • Xiongnu Culture Exhibition at Museum
  • Horseback riding and archery on grassland
  • Mongolian whole lamb feast
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Dazhao 35 yuan + Grassland 80 yuan ≈ 115 yuan
  • Accommodation: 300-600 yuan/night
  • Meals: 100-250 yuan/day
  • Transport: about 300 yuan (including grassland round trip)
  • Total: 1200-2500 yuan
FAQ
  • What should I note for grassland travel? → Prepare sun protection and warm clothes, respect herder customs
  • How far is grassland from downtown Hohhot? → Xilamuren Grassland about 90km, 1.5hr drive
  • Where to buy specialty souvenirs? → Ethnic handicrafts at Saishang Old Street
  • Suitable for children? → Museum interactive zone and grassland experience activities are family-friendly