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3 Days in Chifeng: Itinerary 2026
Start your morning at Hongshan Park (ηΊ’ε±±ε ¬ε), a free public park with walking paths and a small lake. From there, walk 10 minutes to Chifeng Museum (θ΅€ε³°εη©ι¦), open 9:00-β¦ πΊοΈ Day 1: City Center
Start your morning at Hongshan Park (ηΊ’ε±±ε ¬ε), a free public park with walking paths and a small lake. From there, walk 10 minutes to Chifeng Museum (θ΅€ε³°εη©ι¦), open 9:00-17:00 (closed Mondays), to learn about the region's Neolithic and Mongol history. For lunch, head to the nearby Wanda Plaza food court for local dishes like shaomai and hand-pulled noodles.
ποΈ Day 1 Afternoon: Cultural Sites
After lunch, take a 15-minute taxi to the Qingzhen Temple (ζΈ ηε―Ί), a historic mosque built in 1739, located at 1 South Street. Then walk 5 minutes to the Chifeng Confucian Temple (εεΊ), a peaceful courtyard with ancient trees. End your afternoon at the bustling Xinhua Street Market (ζ°εθ‘εΈεΊ) for souvenirs and local snacks.
π Day 1 Evening: Night Market
As dusk falls, head to the Chifeng Night Market (θ΅€ε³°ε€εΈ) on Zhaowuda Road, open from 18:00 to 23:00. Sample grilled lamb skewers (5 RMB each), fried tofu, and sweet potato balls. The market is lively with locals and offers a great introduction to Inner Mongolian street food.
ποΈ Day 2: Hexigten Global Geopark
Take a 2-hour bus from Chifeng Bus Station to Hexigten Global Geopark (ε δ»ε θ ΎδΈηε°θ΄¨ε ¬ε), departing at 7:30 AM (50 RMB one way). The park features volcanic landscapes, granite peaks, and the famous Asihatu Stone Forest (ιΏζ―εεΎη³ζ). Spend 4-5 hours hiking the marked trails; entry is 120 RMB.
π² Day 2 Lunch: Local Eatery
Inside the geopark, the visitor center has a simple cafeteria serving hotpot and noodle soups for around 30-40 RMB. Alternatively, bring a picnic to enjoy at one of the scenic viewpoints. Try the local yogurt drink (suan nai) for a refreshing break.
π Day 2 Return: Evening Relaxation
Catch the last bus back to Chifeng at 17:00 (arrives around 19:00). Once back, unwind at the Chifeng Hot Spring (θ΅€ε³°ζΈ©ζ³) on Yingbin Road, open until 22:00 (entry 80 RMB). The mineral pools are perfect for soothing tired muscles after a day of hiking.
π Day 3: Grasslands and Horse Riding
Join a half-day tour to the nearby Keshiketeng Grassland (ε δ»ε θ Ύθε), about 1.5 hours drive (tours from 200 RMB per person, including transport and guide). You'll have 2-3 hours to ride horses (100 RMB per hour) or walk through the rolling green hills. The best photo spots are near the Baiyinaobao White Birch Forest.
ποΈ Day 3 Afternoon: Last Shopping
Return to Chifeng by 14:00 and visit the Mongolian Handicraft Street (θε€ζζε·₯θΊεθ‘) on Jiefang Road. Here you can buy cashmere scarves (from 150 RMB), carved bone ornaments, and traditional hats. Bargaining is expected; start at half the asking price. Most shops close at 18:00.
Solid itinerary, covers the main bases well. I'd swap out the Wanda food court for the noodle shops on Zhanqian Street near the train station, the hand-pulled noodles are cheaper and more authentic there, about 12 RMB a bowl. For the night market, the fried tofu is fine but the real standout is the roasted whole lamb skewers from the stall with the yellow awning near the south entrance, they use a spicier rub that's closer to what you'd find in the countryside.
One thing the guide doesn't mention is that the bus to Hexigten can be packed on weekends, so book your ticket a day ahead at the station or through the WeChat mini program they use now. The hot spring suggestion is smart, but I'd go earlier in the evening around 7 PM to avoid the after-dinner crowd that shows up around 8.
This is a solid itinerary. I've done the Hexigten Geopark day myself and would add that the bus back to Chifeng can fill up fast in summer, so it's worth getting to the stop 15 minutes early. The hot spring suggestion is a good one, but I prefer the smaller pool on the left side, it's usually less crowded and the water feels a bit hotter.
For the grassland day, the Baiyinaobao birch forest is nice but if you have time, ask your driver to stop at the Dali Nur lake viewpoint on the way back. It's not on most tour routes but the light hits the water beautifully around 3 PM. One thing about the cashmere on Handicraft Street, the real deals are usually in the back of the shops, not the front displays.
honestly the itinerary looks good, i've been living here for a few years now and the museum tip about the courtyard is real, it's a nice break from the crowds. for day 3 though, if you're heading to the grasslands, skip the tour bus and just take the local bus from the north station to Keshiketeng banner town, it's like 25 RMB and runs every hour until 4 PM. from there you can haggle with local herders directly for horse rides, usually around 60-80 RMB per hour instead of the tourist price. the herders near the Dali Nur lake are friendlier and less pushy about extras in my experience.
one thing the guide missed is the weather, late april to early june is still pretty windy and cold on the grasslands, so bring a windbreaker even if it feels warm in the city. also the night market is great but the lamb skewers at the stall with the red lanterns near the middle are better than the yellow awning one, the rub is spicier and they use a charcoal grill instead of gas.
Day trips from Chifeng?
you gotta check out the Hexigten Global Geopark, it's about 2 hours north of chifeng. the granite rock formations there are insane, like giant stone forests sticking out of the grasslands. honestly beats the more touristy spots around the city if you want something raw and less crowded
if u want grasslands specifically, the keshiketeng banner area is your best bet, about an hour drive. the grass is greener and more open than the stuff closer to town, plus there's a few small mongol ger camps where u can grab some airag if ur feeling adventurous. just bring a jacket, it gets windy as hell up there
I'd actually suggest heading east toward the Ongniud Banner area. There's a lesser-known site called the Yulong Stone Forest that's way less crowded than Hexigten, and the rock formations have this reddish tint at sunset that looks completely different from the granite up north. It's about 90 minutes from Chifeng city center, and the road passes through some decent little villages where you can grab lamb skewers for around 2 yuan each.
If you're into something more cultural, the Khorchin Mongol Museum in the city itself is worth a half day. It's right off Zhalan Road and has a solid collection of Qing dynasty artifacts and Mongol armor that most tourists skip. Entry is only 30 yuan and the exhibit labels are in both Chinese and English.
The Hongshan cultural sites just south of town are a solid option if you want something different. The museum there has some ancient jade artifacts that are surprisingly well preserved, and the park area is nice for a quiet walk.