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Ulaanbaatar Highlights Tour: Top City Sights
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Ulaanbaatar
Ideal for newcomers or those with a tight schedule, the Ulaanbaatar Highlights Tour provides an in-depth journey through Mongolia’s capital. Explore the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Genghis Khan Museum, Bogd Khan Museum, Zaisan Hill Mountain, and Narantuul Market.
Ideal for newcomers or those with a tight schedule, the Ulaanbaatar Highlights Tour provides an in-depth journey through Mongolia’s capital. Explore the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Genghis Khan Museum, Bogd Khan Museum, Zaisan Hill Mountain, and Narantuul Market.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Gandantegchenling Monastery - • Explore Mongolia’s largest active Buddhist monastery.
• Observe monks in prayer and admire the impressive 26-meter-high statue of Migjid Janraisig.
• Discover Mongolia’s spiritual and religious resurgence following the communist era. - Genghis Khan Museum - The Chinggis Khan Museum is Mongolia’s largest and most…
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Gandantegchenling Monastery - • Explore Mongolia’s largest active Buddhist monastery.
• Observe monks in prayer and admire the impressive 26-meter-high statue of Migjid Janraisig.
• Discover Mongolia’s spiritual and religious resurgence following the communist era. - Genghis Khan Museum - The Chinggis Khan Museum is Mongolia’s largest and most significant museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire. Situated in Ulaanbaatar, the museum houses over 10,000 artifacts, including ancient weapons, armor, royal seals, and rare manuscripts. Visitors can delve into exhibits about the rise of the Mongol Empire, its military strategies, and its global influence. The museum’s interactive displays and detailed maps bring history to life, making it a must-visit for anyone interested in Mongolia’s rich history.
- Bogd Khaan Palace Museum of Mongolia - The Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum, the former residence of Bogd Khan, Mongolia’s last theocratic ruler, is located in Ulaanbaatar. The museum displays his personal belongings, royal furniture, Buddhist artifacts, and rare gifts from foreign dignitaries. Visitors can explore the palace’s beautifully adorned halls, featuring intricate wood carvings and historical relics. The site provides insight into Mongolia’s royal history, religious traditions, and cultural heritage, making it an essential stop for history enthusiasts.
- Zaisan Memorial - The Zaisan Hill Memorial is a Soviet-era monument in Ulaanbaatar, built to honor Mongolian and Soviet soldiers who fought together in World War II. Perched atop Zaisan Hill, visitors must ascend a long staircase to reach the circular memorial, which features vibrant murals depicting the friendship between Mongolia and the Soviet Union. From the summit, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Ulaanbaatar, making it an excellent spot for photography and reflection.
- Naran Tuul Market - Narantuul Market, also known as the Black Market, is the largest open-air market in Ulaanbaatar. It is a lively marketplace where locals buy and sell traditional clothing, handmade crafts, horse-riding gear, household items, and fresh produce. Visitors can wander through the stalls, negotiate with vendors, and experience everyday Mongolian life. The market is a fantastic place to find affordable souvenirs and authentic Mongolian goods, but visitors should be cautious with their belongings as it can become very crowded.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Chinggis Khaan National Museum’s admission ticket
- Bottled water
- Meeting point pick-up at agreed upon time
- Private transportation
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
- Chinggis Khaan National Museum’s admission ticket
- Bottled water
- Meeting point pick-up at agreed upon time
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Travel insurance
Additional Information
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Due to heavy congestions of the city, transportation time may take longer
- Infants under the age of 2 can join the tour free of charge
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Due to heavy congestions of the city, transportation time may take longer
- Infants under the age of 2 can join the tour free of charge
Location
Ramada by Wyndham Ulaanbaatar Citycenter
Peace Avenue
Tour departs at 9:00 am (boarding at 8:45 am), Ramada Hotel, West entrance to Lobby
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(19 Ratings)
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Marjorie_d
Jun 23, 2025
Intro to Mongolia - Can be personalized but I let my guides lead me on a wonderful adventure. Interesting to learn about the history of women in the culture. Buddhism here is different than others I’ve encountered. An unusual blend of Hinduism and Buddhism.
I thought it’s incredible that Mongolia has such a rich history beyond the era of Genghis Khan. Sandwiched between two superpowers it maintains its identity. Unsurprising as it was once a superpower in its own right.
Tuya is fun, speaks English well, and works hard to accommodate any needs or desires I had. She understood and liked my sense of humor.
Not common when English is a third language.
The Museum of Mongolian History gave me a background that will help me understand the rest of my time in Mongolia.
A touch of religion, history, current political situation, and local market culture, a great introduction to modern Mongolia! Plus laugh inducing side knowledge about traffic, food, and lack of drive-thru coffee shops.
An excellent introduction to an ancient culture.
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Victoria
May 19, 2025
Ulaanbataar tour- a fantastic visit ! - I did the half day tour of Ulaanbaatar with my guide Enjii and it was just amazing ! We really packed some amazing visits and a lovely lunch in the cutest place . Enjii has a great knowledge of history and local customs for each of the sites we visited , she was very enthusiastic about showing me around the city . She was also very helpful in giving me tips of finding things I needed in city . I highly recommend ! I had a great time !
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N3004evchristinam
Apr 9, 2025
No words. Perfect tour! - Unexpectedly, I was the only one on the tour and both the guide and I were early so we were able to shift stops around as we went and really had time to experience this interesting city. The guide was accommodating, knowledgeable and funny. I had a great time. I highly recommend this tour.
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Paul
Oct 20, 2024
A highly enjoyable experience, overall - Because public transportation in Ulaanbaatar is limited to a few bus lines and taxis are not clearly marked, you really need a private driver to take you around the city to see the major sites. My driver was very friendly and was happy to accommodate whatever requests I had. One museum was unexpectedly closed so we spent more time in the market, which was fine by me. I prefer the market anyway. The only criticism I have is of the newly constructed Chinggis Khaan Museum, which is a beautiful, multi-million-dollar structure housing many artifacts and artworks on multiple floors. It never occurred to the curator of the museum to add English-language explanations of any of the exhibits. Everything is written in Mongolian Cyrillic and the traditional Mongolian script, making it inaccessible to European and North American tourists. Why the curator did this was never made clear, but since the museum will probably be visited by mostly tourists, so the tourism industry needs to rethink how they will make the Chinggis Khaan Museum more accessible to foreign tourists —but this is more a criticism of the museum and not a criticism of the tour guide. I enjoyed the tour, overall.
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Munkhbayasgalan
Oct 13, 2024
Family-Friendly - Our family had a fantastic day exploring Ulaanbaatar. We visited the Gandan Monastery, Bogd Khan Palace, Zaisan Memorial, Narantuul Market, and Chinggis Khaan Museum. Each site offered unique insights into Mongolian history and culture. It was a memorable experience for all of us
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Tless
Oct 13, 2024
A Must-See Tour - I recently took a city tour with my friends in Ulaanbaatar and loved it! We visited historical sites like Gandan Monastery and Bogd Khan Palace, enjoyed stunning views from Zaisan Hill, shopped at Narantuul Market, and learned about the Mongol Empire at the Chinggis Khaan Museum. It was a perfect introduction to the city's culture and history. Highly recommend!
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Travel30554062977
Oct 13, 2024
A Must-Do for Any Mongolia Visitor - I recently had the pleasure of taking this city tour in Ulaanbaatar, and I can confidently say it was one of the highlights of my trip. The tour provided a comprehensive overview of the city's history, culture, and must-see attractions.
Overall, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ulaanbaatar. It's a great way to see the city's highlights and learn about its rich history and culture
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R9151lysamg
Sep 8, 2024
Trip in Ulaanbaatar - My trip to Ulaanbaatar was absolutely fantastic! The city’s vibrant mix of history and culture was fascinating, but the real highlight was our amazing tour guide. They were incredibly knowledgeable about Mongolian history, local traditions, and the city’s key landmarks. What impressed me the most was their ability to speak so many languages fluently, making everyone feel comfortable and engaged throughout the tour. From the Gandan Monastery to the rich stories of the Great Khans, the guide made everything come to life with their insights.It was an unforgettable experience, and I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ulaanbaatar!
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Voyage680160
Sep 5, 2024
A Must See - We were in heavy traffic but the guide was very knowledgeable and helped me understand how everything worked in Mongolia. It was a good thing that he spoke Russian because my English not very good
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Withaf2023
Jul 10, 2024
Ulaanbaatar - Our guide Tooey brought us on a fantastic tour of Ulaanbaatar! He taught us so much about the city including food and culture. We only had 2 days in Ulaanbaatar but through this tour we were able to make the most of our time and see many sites. This tour made our trip to Ulaanbaatar extra special and was the favorite part of our trip to Mongolia. He helped us capture great pictures and memories of our time in Ulaanbaatar! Shout out to our driver as well!!
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