Planning your first trip to Ulaanbaatar and not sure where to stay when you arrive? I’ve hand-picked these 7 incredible boutique, locally-owned hotels in the city center just for you.
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29 Best Books About Mongolia to Read Before You Visit
From novels and personal essays that will have you dreaming of a grand adventure across the steppe to historical tales that will take you back to the days of Genghis Khan.
Naadam Opening Ceremony: How to Get Tickets
The best tips for getting tickets to the Naadam Opening Ceremony in Ulaanbaatar.
Best Souvenir Shops in Ulaanbaatar (& What to Buy)
The best souvenir shops to buy from in Ulaanbaatar. Including my favorite places to splurge on cashmere, locally-sourced beauty products, horse milk vodka, and more.
Malchin Peak Mountaineering Tour
A non-technical mountaineering experience in the Altai. Join the adventure and climb one of Mongolia’s most famous peaks.
6-day Nomadic Family Private Homestay In Orkhon Valley
This isn’t a tour, this a cultural exchange. Immerse with a local family for an experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Ultimate Mongolian Food Guide (+ Tips for Vegetarians)
Looking to learn more about food in Mongolia? Explore some of the national dishes and what you need to know if you’re vegan or vegetarian.
Tolbo Eagle Festival September 2026
Experience the thrill of Eagle Hunting by living with and learning from one of the most well-known Eagle Hunters in Western Mongolia. Spend time getting to know this traditional way of living in an intimate, private setting – it’s just you, your guide, and the Eagle Hunter! Ride horses out for a hunt and flying practice, learn about traditional Kazakh handicrafts, try your hand at archery with a local master, and attend the small, local Tolbo Eagle Festival to cheer on your host as he competes!
Mongolian History Day Tour (includes Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue)
The most educational tour of Ulaanbaatar, designed to walk (and drive) you through the country’s greatest historical eras. Visit five of Ulaanbaatar’s most important landmarks, from ancient nomadic displays to the democratic revolution, and get a crash course in how Mongolia became the country it is today. The perfect tour for history lovers!
Khustai National Park & Mongol Nomadic Camp Day Trip
Book this top-rated day trip to search for wild Przewalski’s horses and visit the cultural Mongol Nomadic Camp. Available any time of year, including winter.