How to spend 3 days and 2 nights in Urumqi? You can have a great time without driving!

Xinjiang is really big, accounting for about 1/6 of China's land area. It is not an exaggeration to describe Xinjiang as "vast and rich in resources". Urumqi is the capital of Xinjiang, so it is the most well-equipped city in the region. Highways, railways, and aviation make it an important gateway to the northwest. Therefore, you can have a great time in Urumqi without driving. You can visit most of the main attractions in Urumqi in 3 days and 2 nights. Do you believe it?
1. Must-see attractions: The must-see attractions in Urumqi include Hongshan Park, People's Park, Tianshan Tianchi Lake, Dafu Temple, Xinjiang Museum, Xinjiang International Grand Bazaar, Liyu Mountain Park, Dabancheng Ancient Town, Nanshan Pasture, Shuimogou Scenic Area, Xinjiang Folk Culture Street, and Urumqi Botanical Garden.
2. Travel route: On the first day, visit Hongshan Park, People's Park, Dafu Temple, Shuimogou Scenic Area, Grand Bazaar, and Xinjiang Museum in the city. On the second day, take a tourist bus to Tianshan Tianchi Lake for a full day of fun. On the third day, visit Dabancheng Ancient Town, Nanshan Pasture, and Urumqi Botanical Garden.
3. Hotel accommodation: Hotel prices in Urumqi are reasonable except during the summer vacation and the National Day Golden Week. Generally speaking, the room rate of a comfortable hotel is about CNY 180, and the cost of staying for 2 nights is about CNY 360.
4. Dining: Urumqi is the capital of Xinjiang, so people from all over the country come here to start businesses, and many restaurants are not local. Therefore, you can try Xinjiang cuisine, or you can choose other cuisines if you don't like it.
5. Transportation: Urumqi has convenient transportation. Urumqi Diwopu International Airport is connected to the world, and Urumqi Railway Station is connected to most provincial capitals in China. The urban bus system is also very convenient and can reach every area. In addition, Urumqi has opened a subway line from the airport to the city, which greatly facilitates the travel of tourists.
6. Budget: ① Tickets: Tianshan Tianchi Lake bus and ticket package CNY 110, Dabancheng Ancient Town CNY 60, and the rest of the attractions are free, so the total ticket cost is CNY 170. ② Hotel: CNY 360 for two nights. ③ Dining: CNY 150 per day, CNY 450 for 3 days. ④ Urban transportation: about CNY 100. Total budget: 170 + 360 + 450 + 100 = CNY 1,080.

Post by Ruby345~Brooks | Feb 14, 2025