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Golmud Travel Guide

Located in west-central Qinghai Province in the heart of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Golmud comprises two non-contiguous regions, one in the south-central Qaidam Basin and the other in the Tanggula Mountains. The urban area lies in the alluvial plain of the Golmud River in the south-central Qaidam Basin. At an average elevation of 2,780 meters, the area has a high plain, continental climate. Golmud is rich in tourism resources. Unique natural scenery awaits visitors at the headwaters of the Yangtze River, Wanzhang Salt Bridge, Xueshan (“Snow Mountain”) Glaciers (雪山冰川), Kunlun snowscape, sunrise at Han Sea, and desert forest. Famous sites include Yuzhu (“Jade Bead”) Peak, Kunlun Mountain National Park, and the Qarhan Salt Lake.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Golmud? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Water Yadan Geopark

Water Yadan Geopark

7.8
4.4/52,188 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Geological Sites"
Chaerhan Salt Lake

Chaerhan Salt Lake

7.6
4.6/51,212 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Lakes"
Hoh Xil Nature Reserve

Hoh Xil Nature Reserve

6.0
4.7/5382 Reviews
"Nature Reserves"
"National Parks"
Dongtai Ji Nai'erhu

Dongtai Ji Nai'erhu

5.9
4.4/5363 Reviews
"Lakes"
Tanggula Pass

Tanggula Pass

5.2
4.6/5134 Reviews
"Mountains"
"Snow Mountains"
Western Queen Fairyland

Western Queen Fairyland

4.7
4.6/524 Reviews
"Lakes"
Geermu River

Geermu River

4.7
4.5/515 Reviews
"Hiking"
"Rivers"
Golmud Kunlun Tourist Area

Golmud Kunlun Tourist Area

4.6
4.5/518 Reviews
"Lakes"
Wuji Longfeng Palace

Wuji Longfeng Palace

4.6
4.3/520 Reviews
"Taoist Temples"
Kunlun Park

Kunlun Park

4.4
4.3/568 Reviews
"City Parks"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Golmud, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers.
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What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Golmud dishes and foodie spots.
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马克力木烤羊肉

马克力木烤羊肉

4.7/56 Reviews
Average price per person: USD9
"Barbeque"
青海土火锅

青海土火锅

5 Reviews
Average price per person: USD9
"Hot Pot"
振华手抓大王

振华手抓大王

4.9/516 Reviews
Average price per person: USD11
"Northwest China Cuisine"
牦牛大骨汤

牦牛大骨汤

4.5/537 Reviews
德克士(昆仑路店)

德克士(昆仑路店)

4.5/561 Reviews
Average price per person: USD3
"Fast Food"
格尔木高原牦牛退骨肉

格尔木高原牦牛退骨肉

5.0/51 Reviews
Average price per person: USD9
"Northwest China Cuisine"
张家牛杂汤(昆仑南路店)

张家牛杂汤(昆仑南路店)

4.8/59 Reviews
Average price per person: USD3
"Fast Food"
尕胡才炕锅烤羊肉馆(八一路店)

尕胡才炕锅烤羊肉馆(八一路店)

5.0/53 Reviews
Average price per person: USD8
"Barbeque"
鱼你在一起(世邦城市广场店)

鱼你在一起(世邦城市广场店)

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Average price per person: USD4
"Szechuan Cuisine"
Ma'erwenshougongsuannaifang

Ma'erwenshougongsuannaifang

5.0/53 Reviews
"Bakeries"
德克士(华兴店)

德克士(华兴店)

5.0/51 Reviews
Average price per person: USD3
"Fast Food"
必胜客(格尔木华兴店)

必胜客(格尔木华兴店)

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Average price per person: USD10
"Western-style"

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Chaerhan Salt-Lake in Qinghai Province
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China's version of Antelope Valley - a lesser-known spot in Qinghai
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