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Gansu

Gansu independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated October 2025) | Trip.com

About Gansu

Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)

Recommended trip: 5–10 day(s)

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Things to do in Gansu

What to do

Looking for things to do in Gansu? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

4.7/530,357 Review
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Deserts
Night view
Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot

Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Spot

4.7/529,842 Review
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Natural scenery
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Mogao Caves

Mogao Caves

4.4/510,237 Review
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Historic buildings
Guan City of Jiayuguan

Guan City of Jiayuguan

4.5/515,099 Review
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Historic buildings
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Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park

Lanzhou Danxia Geological Park

4.5/52,287 Review
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Zha Ga Na

Zha Ga Na

4.2/53,207 Review
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Night view
Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon

Pingshan Lake Grand Canyon

4.7/52,797 Review
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Natural scenery
Gansu Provincial Museum

Gansu Provincial Museum

4.6/53,827 Review
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Museums
Exhibitions
Encore Dunhuang

Encore Dunhuang

4.3/53,010 Review
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Live Show
Performances
Zhangye Buddha Temple

Zhangye Buddha Temple

4.7/54,046 Review
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Historic buildings
Mati Grottoes Tourism Area

Mati Grottoes Tourism Area

4.6/52,131 Review
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Historic buildings
Fall foliage
Yang Guan

Yang Guan

4.5/52,637 Review
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Gansu, 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 Gansu dishes and foodie spots.
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Yue Shang Yue Taizhou seafood fine Cantonese cuisine

Yue Shang Yue Taizhou seafood fine Cantonese cuisine

5.0/5133 Review
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Cantonese Cuisine
Avg. US$41/person
YOUNUSI Restaurant

YOUNUSI Restaurant

4.5/598 Review
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Barbeque
Open Late
Avg. US$10/person
Qing Zhen·Song shu jia niu rou mian(zheng ning lu dian)

Qing Zhen·Song shu jia niu rou mian(zheng ning lu dian)

4.7/580 Review
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Halal
Open Late
Avg. US$2/person
DFG

DFG

4.6/5345 Review
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Halal
Time-honored Brand
Avg. US$4/person
lao ma jia guo hua

lao ma jia guo hua

4.0/5117 Review
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Bakeries
Open Late
Avg. US$1/person
MA DA HU ZI

MA DA HU ZI

4.8/5112 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
City views
Avg. US$13/person
PENG XIN LAMB NATIONAL

PENG XIN LAMB NATIONAL

4.6/5226 Review
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Northwest China Cuisine
Avg. US$7/person
FUNDOSA

FUNDOSA

4.3/5556 Review
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Bakeries
Afternoon Tea
Avg. US$2/person
LAN ZHOU ZAI HUI SHOU

LAN ZHOU ZAI HUI SHOU

4.8/5159 Review
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Snacks
Avg. US$3/person
Shun Zhang Donkey Meat Noodle

Shun Zhang Donkey Meat Noodle

3.5/5338 Review
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Fast Food
Time-honored Brand
Avg. US$9/person
Du jitianshi

Du jitianshi

4.5/5426 Review
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Snacks
Afternoon Tea
Avg. US$2/person
夏家合汁(天润花园小区店)

夏家合汁(天润花园小区店)

4.4/592 Review
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Snacks
Avg. US$3/person

Gansu Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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National Day Dunhuang Mogao Caves 3 Days 2 Nights Silk Road Tour for 3000 RMB

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“踏上奇妙之旅,探索世界每一个角落。我是极地之光,热爱旅行分享、带你领略别样风景,发现旅途惊喜。
“踏上奇妙之旅,探索世界每一个角落。我是极地之光,热爱旅行分享、带你领略别样风景,发现旅途惊喜。
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Top 20 Premium Hotels in Gansu

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