Inner Mongolia · China
Manzhouli travel guide
Manzhouli is a city in Inner Mongolia, China, home to about 151,000 people.
- Best months
- May, June and August
- Nearest airport
- NZH9 km · Manzhouli Xijiao Airport
- Currency
- CNYrenminbi
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Language
- Chinese, Putonghua, Standard Chinese
About
About Manzhouli
Manzhouli is a county-level city in northeastern Inner Mongolia, located near the borders with Russia and Mongolia. It is one of China’s major land ports for trade with Russia and an important gateway for cross-border logistics and tourism. Administratively, the city is part of Hulunbuir, but its urban development and economic role are shaped primarily by its function as a border city rather than by a long historical legacy. The surrounding region forms part of the Hulunbuir grasslands, characterized by open landscapes and seasonal pastoral activity.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Manzhouli
See
- Manzhouli National Gate Scenic Area
- Matryoshka Square (Taowa Scenic Area)
- Manzhouli Wedding Palace
- Beihu Park (Manzhouli)
- Manzhouli Mammoth Park
- Manzhouli Museum
- Hulun Lake (Dalai Lake)
Do
- Barag Mongolian Tribe Cultural Performance
- Mammoth Park
- Explore the China–Russia Border Area
- Russian-style circus performances
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Where to stay
Which part of Manzhouli to stay in
Manzhouli offers a wide range of accommodation options, from budget inns and mid-range hotels to high-end luxury properties. Hotels are found throughout the city, with many clustered near the central pedestrian streets, Russian-influenced commercial zones, and near North Lake Park. Prices can vary significantly depending on season, events, and demand.
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When to go
The best time to visit Manzhouli
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Manzhouli are May, June and August. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C; July is the wettest, with about 98 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Manzhouli: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Manzhouli Xijiao Airport (NZH), about 9.1 km from the city centre in a straight line.
Getting around
The city centre is compact and walkable. Taxis are widely available and inexpensive. Local buses connect major landmarks, though distances are short enough that most visitors rely on taxis. To reach out-of-town attractions such as the National Gate, a taxi or private car is the most convenient option.
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NZH · Manzhouli Xijiao Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Manzhouli
Drink
There are dozens of bars and restaurants in Manzhouli. Some of the top Russian bars are VIP Zona, Baikal, Marina 888 and Spa Port. The best Chinese club is Banana. Beer and vodka are easy to find here. There's also a Chinese/Mongolian drink called bai jiu. It has been described as a Chinese vodka. However, it's quite possibly stronger than vodka and the taste, well, you don't really care about the taste do you. Manzhouli is just south of Siberia and it gets bitter cold. (Some) People like to drink really strong alcohol. You will also want to make sure to try the Mongolian milk tea.
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Questions
Manzhouli: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Manzhouli?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Manzhouli are May, June and August. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 26 °C; July is the wettest, with about 98 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Manzhouli?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Manzhouli Xijiao Airport (NZH), about 9.1 km from the city centre in a straight line.
What currency is used in Manzhouli?
renminbi (CNY).
Nearby
Destinations near Manzhouli
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.