What to do in Turpan

Activities, attractions and tours

Walkway through Ancient Silk Road City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China
Canyons near ruins of ancient Jiaohe city, Turpan, China
Aerial view of historical site of the ancient City of Jiaohe in Turpan, Xinjiang, China
This is the Ermin Minaret in Turpan, China
This is the 1000 Buddha caves outside of Turpan, China. It was windy today and a dust sty was blowing up in the area.

Turpan Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Turpan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Turpan to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Turpan Attractions

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What to do in Turpan

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Grape Valley

You can take time to visit Grape Valley during your travels to Turpan. Discover the area's desert landscape and monuments.

Grape Valley

Kumtag Desert National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kumtag Desert National Park, a lovely green space in Shanshan.

Kumtag Desert National Park

Gaochang Ruins

Learn about the local history of Turpan with a stop at Gaochang Ruins. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Gaochang Ruins

Jiaohe Ruins

You can learn about the history of Turpan with a trip to Jiaohe Ruins. Take in the museums and desert landscape in the area.

Jiaohe Ruins

Turpan Geyser

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Turpan Geyser during your travels in Turpan. Discover the area's desert landscape and monuments.

Turpan Geyser

Bezeklik Caves

Learn about the local history of Turpan when you spend time at Bezeklik Caves. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Bezeklik Caves

Panji'er Weird Stone Forest

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Panji'er Weird Stone Forest during your travels in Toksun County. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Panji'er Weird Stone Forest

Astana Graves

You can learn about the history of Turpan with a stop at Astana Graves. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Astana Graves

Emin Minaret

Learn about the local history of Turpan when you take a trip to Emin Minaret. Discover the area's desert landscape and monuments.

Emin Minaret

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This is the Ermin Minaret in Turpan, China

Gaochang District

While visiting Gaochang District, you might make a stop by sights like Grape Valley and Bezeklik Caves.

Gaochang District

 

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Day trip destinations from Turpan

This part of the journey is from Kashi towards Pakistan southwest bound. Lots of snow peaked mountains and lakes. Very scenic. An unexplored part of China mostly as it is nearly to Tajikistan and Pakistan rather than major cities in China. #ontheroad

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Frequently asked questions

Is Turpan worth visiting?
Whether you plan to enjoy the cultural hotspots and local charm or try regional foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Turpan.
How do I spend a day in Turpan?
Turpan Geyser is a great place to start your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Turpan while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Turpan?
Turpan Geyser is one of the top tourist attractions in Turpan and should feature high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Turpan?
If you only want to check out the leading sights, three days is plenty of time for a trip to Turpan. Stay for a week or longer for the chance to really experience the local vibe, visit nearby hotspots and discover some hidden gems.
Is Turpan a walkable city?
With awesome attractions like Emin Minaret nearby, Turpan is very much a place to see on foot. Like to visit some exciting neighbourhoods a walkable distance from the city centre? Gaochang District is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Turpan with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all of your group, we've got some great ideas for what to do in Turpan with kids.

What to do in Turpan for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or adventure seeker, there are plenty of things to do in Turpan for adults including Emin Minaret.
Are there free things to do in Turpan?
You don't need to spend a small fortune to have a memorable getaway here. There are loads of free things to do in Turpan for the traveller on a budget. Unwind in the parks, catch free shows and events or ask a local tour guide for ideas.

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