Xi'an Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Weekend in a different city: Xi'an Edition｜Two-day essence tour

Interesting souls never waste their rest days. Utilize the weekend time, you can also explore Xi'an. Leave work on Friday, start the city essence walk early on Saturday, return on Sunday night, here comes the two-day one-night route! · 📆D1: Shaanxi History Museum→Big Wild Goose Pagoda area→Xi'an City Wall sunset→Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City 📆D2: Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor Museum (Terracotta Army)→Sajinqiao · 🚩Shaanxi History Museum: Book 3 days in advance (7 days in advance for statutory holidays), tickets are released at 10, 11, 18, 19 o'clock every day, there are online ticket grabbing strategies to refer to, 🐮will➕a lot of💰, not worth it, keep grabbing! The museum opens at 8:30 (9 o'clock in winter), and it takes about a morning to visit. · 🚩Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Located in the Da Ci'en Temple, the ticket is 40 yuan per person. If you are not particularly interested in Da Ci'en Temple, you actually don't need to go in. The better places to shoot the Big Wild Goose Pagoda are in the square, Da Ci'en Temple Ruins Park (free), and Joy City (Xicha entrance, fourth floor rooftop). In addition, the music fountain in the north square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda is worth seeing. There are four shows every day at 12, 16, 19, 21 o'clock, each show is about 10 minutes, try to go at night. · 🚩Xi'an City Wall: The ticket is 54 yuan per person. It is suitable to go at sunset. It is recommended to go up from Yongning Gate. The scenery is great. At sunset, you can also wait for the bell tower and the street lights to turn on at the place where you can see the bell tower! · 🚩Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City: Free🆓, it is the entire pedestrian street from the Tang City Wall Ruins to the entrance of Da Ci'en Temple. There are many cultural facilities along the way, especially lively. There are also many interactive performances starting at 7 o'clock in the evening (including the previously popular Weebles). · 🚩Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor Museum (Terracotta Army): The ticket is 120 yuan per person. The Emperor's Mausoleum Museum is divided into two sections, the Terracotta Army and Lishan Garden. Just going to the Terracotta Army is enough. You can choose the tourist special bus, carpooling, subway➕taxi. Pay attention to the round-trip transportation, which takes a total of 2.5-3 hours, so visiting the Terracotta Army takes most of the day. · 🚩Sajinqiao Food Street: After returning to the city, you can go to Sajinqiao for a visit. Although it is mostly tourists, it is still more original than Huimin Street. The small shops inside are mainly noodle dishes, and there are also many Xi'an specialty restaurants around. The gourd chicken is quite delicious! · 🏨Where to stay: You can choose a location between the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the History Museum, so you can walk to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and the Museum, and the transportation is convenient. 🚇Transportation: Mainly subway➕bus.

Standing next to the Terracotta Army

#falltrip 📌“Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum” 秦始皇帝陵博物院（兵马俑） 📍Address: Lintong District, Xi'An, Shaanxi, China, 710612 As one of Xi'An's cultural landmarks, the mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shihuang has great historical, scientific, and artistic value. Currently, more than 300 burial pits and tombs of various types have been discovered in the mausoleum area. In March 1974, the discovery of the Qin Terracotta Warriors shocked the world. The lifelike pottery figurines and mighty military formations show people the splendid splendor of ancient oriental culture and are known as "the eighth wonder of the world" and "one of the great discoveries in the archaeological history of the 21st century." Terracotta Warriors and Horses were included in the World Heritage List by UNESCO. Since the Qin Shi Huang Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum was officially opened, it has received more than 100 million Chinese and foreign visitors, including more than 220 heads of state and government. #history #terracotta #warriorsarmy #mausoleum #emperor #dynasty

The World Famous Terracotta Museum🇨🇳

#timetotravel when planning a trip in China, this must be included in your itinerary. I mean this is definitely just like the greatwall of China. People all over the world know about these teraccotta statues which for me are absolutely fascinating and they just leave me speechless everytime I visit this place. I mean, just imagine the amount of hard work and effort making them? Just amazing. I was fortunate enough to visit this place thrice and everytime I go there there's that feeling of excitement, it never goes away. This is an imprtant treasure in Chinese Culture that must be shared to the people who are visiting China. How to get here: We went there by ourselves without a tour package so here it is - we took metro line 1 to Fangzhicheng Station then line 9 to Huaqing Pool station. Once you get ther hop on to lintong bus 602 to the terracotta museum. It will take you about 2 or 2 and half hours depending on where your starting point is. Enjoy your visit! #mytripvlog #tripblazers #chinatravel #history #trip

China's Terracotta Warriors 🏯🗡️🇨🇳

📍 Address: Lintong District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China. Located about 30 kilometers east of the city center. 🌟 Highlights: The Terracotta Warriors are an impressive sight to behold, with thousands of life-sized statues standing guard in the pits. While the site is not as mind-blowing as some may expect, it is still a remarkable feat of ancient craftsmanship and a must-see for history buffs. Take a guided tour to learn more about the history and significance of these fascinating figures. 👎🏻 Rating: While the Terracotta Warriors are certainly worth a visit, it's important to manage your expectations. Some may find the experience underwhelming, as the figures are somewhat spread out and may not be as awe-inspiring as they appear in pictures. 🤔 Opinion: Visiting the Terracotta Warriors is like seeing soccer players on a field - impressive in their own right, but not necessarily a mind-blowing experience. While I enjoyed my visit, I found myself relying on zoom lenses to capture the intricate details of the statues. That being said, the site is still a remarkable feat of ancient craftsmanship and a fascinating glimpse into China's rich history. 👉🏻 Motivation: If you're a history buff or simply curious about ancient Chinese culture, a visit to the Terracotta Warriors is still a must-do. Just remember to manage your expectations and approach the site with an open mind. And who knows, you may just discover a newfound appreciation for these remarkable figures. 🏯🗡️🇨🇳 #TerracottaWarriors #AncientChina #ChineseHistory #LintongDistrict #XiAn #ShaanxiProvince #TravelChina #ExploreChina #HistoryBuff #BucketList #WorldHeritageSite #ChineseCulture #Archaeology #TravelGoals #Wanderlust #TravelInspiration #AdventureTime #CultureTrip #ChinaTourism 🚶‍♀️📷🤔

Geographical Center of Ancient China! 🇨🇳

#timetotravel I had the opporunity to see Xian's Bell tower thrice and I always get to see it since I was also touring family and friends around. This bell tower is more beautiful at night as it lights up but it is beautiful anyway no matter what time of the day it is. It is near all the other tourist attractions in Xian so you can definitely drop by here and admire its beauty. You can go inside as well if that is what you prefer for only 35 rmb. Enjoy! #tripblazers #mytripvlog #belltower #xian #historical #culture

Xian art gallery

Location: Xian Zhonglou Art Gallery, Xian, Shaanxi, China Entrance fee: 50¥ Date: June 22, 2022 This is a nice art gallery in the center of Xian. It’s quite small but there are different parts, where we can take photos, walk around and enjoy the view. This is an awesome place to take pictures for social media. There are mirrors, colorful lights and many interesting things which will catch your attention. My fav part was the universe: planets and the moon. #xian #zhonglou #artgallery #art #moon #animals #lights #lightshow #colorful #Universe #planet #photography

Bell Tower of Xi'an

Location: Bell Tower, the center of Xi'an. Also known as Zhong Lou. Getting there: Take line 2 subway to Zhong Lou station. This landmark is in the very center of Xi'an. It is located between the north and south gate of the city wall. A short walk from Muslim street, this is a large roundabout area where you can admire this traditional building. You can pay 35 RMB to get inside and get a fine view of Xi'an from the top. I enjoy going to the City Wall and go to Drum Tower (both nearby) to photograph Bell Tower. There are shopping malls nearby to enjoy food and drink too. #belltower #xian

Bell & Drum Towers of Xi’an 🔔 🥁

Rainy evening in downtown Xi'an 🌧🌧🌧 Bell Tower located in the center of Xi'an, at the intersection of the four streets of the east, west, south and north. It is the largest and most preserved one amongst the many bell towers left over from ancient China. The Drum Tower is closeby along the northwest of the Bell Tower. Both of them are called the “sister buildings” or “morning bell and dark drum”. One could walk along the streets of Muslim Quarters nearby tasting a number of delicious Shaanxi snacks and also checkout the Great Mosque, one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China. ​#西安钟楼 #西安鼓楼 #october2022 #xian

The Best Preseved City wall in China

#china #xiancitywall #urbanexplorer Xi’an in Shaanxi province is well known for the famous burial site of the first emperor of China, but you mustn’t miss it’s other treasures whilst staying there. The fortifications of the ancient city are some of the largest, oldest and best preserved in all of China. Dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties the wall encased an area of around 14 square kilometres - so get ready for some serious exercise! We hired bicycles on the top of the wall and spent the evening exploring the various structures atop it as well as the glittering views of the city. Once coming down, make sure to take the quick walk to the Drum tower (third photo) for another beautiful view.

HIDDEN GEMS - XI’AN

I’ve been here during December 2019, tryna catch the winter season and snowfall. Unlucky, i didn’t manage to stay until the first snowfall as I was there too early. Anyway, the trip somehow remains unforgettable. It’s a 2 weeks vacation. I supposed everything ws great. As a muslim, getting halal foods is one of the most crucial element while travelling. Surprisingly, it’s easy to manage as Xi’an kinda have a big number if muslim population. Weather were great, gorgeous scenery, lotsa history place to visit, safe to walk around. Except for the dry air and pollution forcing us to wear face mask all the time. However, If I am given another chance to return. I will.#mytripvlog #2023travelwish #Staycation

Xian City Wall at Night

The City Wall was quite the site. Even with Covid restrictions, entrance was smooth. Make sure to have your green health code and a PCR test ready. Entrance fee is 54¥ #xian #china #travelphotography

Xi’an City Wall - Shaanxi , China

Walking this well preserved city wall feels like you have time traveled to 14th century China! The Fortifications of Xi’an (commonly known as Xi’an City Wall) are impeccably maintained and preserved. The city wall is a family friendly historical site that is a must see if you travel to Xi’an! You can stroll along the wall by foot or you can opt to rent a bicycle and cruise along the fortifications! The entire length of the wall is 14km so exploring by bike is a popular choice! There are many watchtowers, tunnels, battlements and gates to see! You can spend an entire day on the city wall and not see everything! The lower level of the wall has a few quaint cafes to grab a bite to eat and if you are lucky you may catch a glimpse of an historical re enactment! #staycation #china #createwithtrip

Red lights at night🀄

#falltrip 📌"Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City" 大唐不夜城 📍 Address: No. 6, East Section of Huanta South Road, Yanta District Big Wild Goose Pagoda South Square, Xi'an 710065 China The main theme of Datang Evernight City is Tang-style elements inspired by the culture of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. Chuangling New Times Square, Xuanzang Square, Zhenguan Square, Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square, Xi'An Concert Hall, and Shaanxi Grand Theater are its four main squares. The best places to view and experience the culture of the Tang Dynasty in Xi'An are the four major cultural venues, including the Xi'An Art Museum and Qujiang Pacific Cinema, as well as the five major cultural sculptures of the Kaiyuan Heyday and the Tang Dynasty. Datang Evernight City Pedestrian Street is selected as the first batch of national demonstration pedestrian streets. #nightview #familytrip #lifestyle #ancient #modern #lights

The Tang Dynasty Everbright City worth visiting

The Tang Dynasty Everbright City in Xi'an has gained fame in recent years, and I was fortunate to come here for a visit, feeling that it lives up to its reputation. Although it is a man-made cultural attraction, it is built next to the famous Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which gives a sense of borrowing the scenery to create a mood. Coupled with the grand and high-quality central axis sculpture group, and the original cultural venues on both sides of the street, such as Shaanxi Grand Theater, Shaanxi Culture Museum, Xi'an Art Museum, and Xuanzang Bronze Statue Square, it forms a cultural attraction with Xi'an characteristics. Plus, many beautiful women dressed in Tang and Han costumes take photos at the scenic spots, as if Yang Guifei is everywhere, really forming a wonderful scene of the Tang Dynasty Everbright City. The scenic area is free to visit, and you can also appreciate the charm of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, so it is a scenic spot worth visiting for everyone who comes to Xi'an. If you are interested, you can also take some good photos...

Xi'an's 18 superb photo spots that will blow up your social media feed

Xi'an, this ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, I've been there five times back and forth, and it's truly a city that's great for food, photography, and exploring❤️ This time I walked around Xi'an for three days. I've compiled 18 super photogenic spots, follow this guide and you can't go wrong‼️ 1⃣️ Da Ci'en Temple Ruins Park It's a free park where you can capture both the Buddha statue and the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in one frame. 2⃣️ Xi'an City Wall (Yongning Gate) Navigate to 'Yongning Gate', on the west side of the city wall, both day and night views are stunning. 3⃣️ Kaiyuan Shopping Mall fifth floor (Drum Tower branch) From here you can overlook the Drum Tower, and the night view is absolutely beautiful. 4⃣️ Yongning Gate After going upstairs at the ticket office, the position right in front allows you to capture the Drum Tower. 5⃣️ Guangren Temple Walk along the red wall on the left for a fantastic photo spot. 6⃣️ Qinglong Temple It's relatively less known, but has the charm of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. 7⃣️ Joy City Rooftop A great place to shoot the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, which lights up at night. 8⃣️ Zi Pei Collection Located on Muslim Street, go at 9 am when it opens, or it'll be crowded. 9⃣️ Xiangzi Temple Street There are various attractive shops, especially this one that stands out for photos. 1⃣️0⃣️ Drum Tower Standing on the south side of the road opposite, you can capture the complete ancient tower. 1⃣️1⃣️ Big Wild Goose Pagoda South Square Walk around clockwise, there are many good spots to frame with the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. 1⃣️2⃣️ Er Hui Lane Hotpot (Bell Tower branch) The entrance has a sign with the word 'Chang'an'. 1⃣️3⃣️ La Dou La Hotpot (Bell Tower branch) The entrance has a sign with the word 'Xi'an'. 1⃣️4⃣️ Luli Hanfu The entrance has a sign with the word 'Chang'an'. 1⃣️5⃣️ Big Wild Goose Pagoda South Square (South Entrance) 1⃣️6⃣️ Yongning Gate (near the exit) 1⃣️7⃣️ Yongning Gate (near the exit) 1⃣️8⃣️ Yongning Gate (Xi'an City Wall night view) 🚶 'My three-day two-night itinerary' Day 1: Big Wild Goose Pagoda—Da Ci'en Temple—Joy City—Bell Tower Day 2: Guangren Temple—Shuyuanmen—Yongning Gate City Wall Day 3: Muslim Street—Qinglong Temple—Xiangzi Temple Street 🍜 'Food Guide' Hulatang, mutton pao mo and other tourist-targeted foods are fine to try, but locals prefer to go to Sajinqiao and Xiangzi Temple Street. Sajinqiao has many snacks and is very down-to-earth, while Xiangzi Temple Street has many coffee shops, more fashionable and modern, great for checking in. Follow this detailed guide, and you won't go wrong. If you don't want to encounter crowds, you can also avoid holidays and travel off-peak for a better photo experience.

Datang Everbright City | Travel through time and immerse yourself in the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty

Datang Everbright City is a must-visit attraction for tourists in Xi'an, featuring a musical fountain, the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and the Datang Furong Garden, which are rich in cultural connotations. It is a tourist destination that combines food, performances, beautiful scenery, and culture, offering photo opportunities that are off the charts‼️ Datang Everbright City Pedestrian Street, located at the foot of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, was established in August 2002. It is the only pedestrian street in the country with a large-scale Tang Dynasty architectural complex as its background, making it a landmark scenic spot in Xi'an. Strolling down the pedestrian street, you will see handsome men and beautiful women dressed in Tang costumes flashing by, giving you the illusion of having traveled back to the Tang Dynasty. 🌈Highlights: ✅Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Over 1000 years ago, it was the place where Master Xuanzang stored the Buddhist scriptures he brought back from his journey to the West. A statue of Tang Monk stands in front of the pagoda, and at this moment, he travels through a thousand years of history, looking at this world of mortals and feeling the prosperity of the golden age. ✅Water Dance Light Show (Musical Fountain): It is the largest musical fountain in Asia, grand in scale and magnificent in momentum. Time【19:00~19:10】 ✅Datang Mystery Box: Challenge your wisdom, and if you answer the questions correctly, you can win the treasures of the Tang Dynasty. It is recommended to go early‼️ ✅Zhenguan Square Li Shimin Statue: Emperor Taizong of Tang on horseback, directing the landscape under his rule, with the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty under his governance. Every night from 8:00 to 8:10, there is a performance of the Zhenguan governance, recreating the scene of nations coming to pay tribute over a thousand years ago. 🎫Ticket: 0 yuan ⏰Time: Open all year round 🚗Transportation: Accessible by taking Metro Line 3 or Line 4

Huaqing Palace

Location: Huaqing Palace, Xian, Shaanxi, China Entrance fee: 120¥ + 358¥ performance Date: July 13, 2022 Huaqing Palace or Huaqing Pool is located about 35 kilometers east of the city of Xi'an, at the foot of Li Mountain. Hua means brilliant, Chinese or flowery; qing means pure or clear. It is a famous imperial bathing pool and one of China's Hundred Famous Gardens. In Tang Dynasty, emperors would come to Huaqing Palace with their concubines. The Emperor Xuanzong used to spend his wintertimes at Huaqing Palace in the company of his favorite concubine Yang. “Song of the everlasting sorrow” musical performance is a love story of Concubine Yang Guifei and emperor Xuanzong (Tang Dynasty). She is known as one of the Four Beauties of ancient China. Even though she was the wife of the emperor’s son, the emperor was attracted with her beauty, and eventually, he made her his imperial consort. Yang enjoyed a luxurious life after becoming the consort of Emperor Xuanzong. However, she soon became the victim of courtly intrigue, which ultimately led to her death. But the legendary story of her romance with the Emperor would last forever. She was so beautiful that we can feel it even just looking at her statue😍 The performance was so realistic, that I felt their love and sorrow. I had a feeling like they’re shooting an ancient movie and I’m part of it. It was so incredible and it’s worth watching it. I really liked it. If you go to Terra-cotta on the way back you need to see this fascinating place and the performance. #xian #Huaqing #summerpalace #naturelover #nature #Concubine #emperor #lovestory

On your way back from Terra-cotta

Address - Huaqing pool, Lintong, Xi’an Avg. Price per Person - 120 (entrance ticket) + 358 (performance ticket) If you plan a trip to Terra-cotta army, then don’t skip this place on your way back. This a tranquil place where you can walk and enjoy the environment. If you are into history then you will witness the tragic story of a beautiful lady Yang Guifei. You will see the bathhouse where she used to take a bath and of course her statue. Don’t skip the performance at the end of the day. It might seem pricey but definitely worth it! The whole romance of the Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei and the tragic end is presented in a stunning way.

Huaqing Palace

Beautiful gardens, sculptures and hot springs. some very cultural and romantic stories behind the palace to learn. Beautiful on a warm day to see the gardens and pomegranate trees. option to walk up into the mountains as well. #museumquest#summervacation

Hua Qing Gong One more emperor summer palace and one more sad love story. The place is not bit far away from Xi'an. It's near to the famous terracotta army. This is regular beautiful Chinese park, nothing special , except evening gala. The show is well directed and interesting. #tripaway#triplocal