Xi'an's Top 10 Must-See Tourist Attractions
Xi'an's Top 10 Must-See Tourist Attractions
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As a famous historical and cultural city in China, Xi'an is rich in historical sites and cultural activities. Here are the top 10 activities you should experience while traveling in Xi'an:
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses: As a World Heritage Site, known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, it is an important window into ancient Chinese military culture and the tomb of the Emperor Qinshihuang. A large number of terracotta figurines, horses and bronze weapons are buried here, demonstrating the Qin Dynasty's strong military power and craftsmanship.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda: Located in the Daci'en Temple, the big wild goose pagoda is a seven-tiered pagoda with a total height of 64.517 meters, which is an important symbol of Buddhist culture in Xi'an. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is not only of great historical value, but its surrounding scenery is also extremely beautiful, making it a great place for tourists to take photos.
Tang Paradise: A large-scale royal garden-style cultural theme park showing the style of the Tang Dynasty in an all-round way, covering an area of 1,000 acres, of which 300 acres are water areas. With exquisite architecture and pleasant scenery, the park is a good place to experience the culture of the Tang Dynasty.
Xi'an City Wall: one of the largest and well-preserved ancient city wall structures in China, with a total planned area of about 4.53 square kilometers. Visitors can ride bicycles or walk around the wall to experience the grandeur and magnificence of the Ancient City.
Huaqing Palace: a separate palace where feudal emperors traveled during the Tang Dynasty, located in Lintong District, Xi'an. It not only has beautiful scenery, but also has rich historical and cultural connotations, such as the historical allusion to the Beacon Fire Playing with the Lords of the Russells, and the love story of Emperor Minghuang of the Tang Dynasty and Yang Guifei.
Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City: a large-scale theme scenic spot with the background of the culture of the Sheng Tang Dynasty, which is brilliantly lit at night with a variety of performances and activities. Visitors can feel the prosperity and bustle of the flourishing Tang Dynasty here.
The Muslim Quarter: Xi'an's famous food street, which gathers all kinds of Shaanxi specialties and delicacies, such as meat sandwiches, mutton buns, cold skin, etc. It is an excellent place to taste Xi'an's food.
Xi'an Museum: It is famous for displaying the thousand-year-old pagoda of the Tang Dynasty, the mellifluous morning bells of the Wild Goose Pagoda, and the beautiful landscapes of the gardens. With a collection of 130,000 historical relics, many of which are precious relics of national grade three or above, the museum is an important place to learn about the History and Culture of Xi'an.
Xi'an Bell and Drum Tower: The landmark building of Xi'an consists of the Bell Tower and the Drum Tower. The Bell Tower was built in the 17th year of the Ming Dynasty (1384) and the Drum Tower in the 13th year of the Ming Dynasty (1380), and the two buildings echo each other in a spectacular manner. Visitors can climb up the Bell Tower or the Drum Tower to get a great view of the whole city.
Mount Hua: Although located on the outskirts of Xi'an, Mount Hua, as one of the Five Mountains, attracts countless tourists to climb the mountain for its treacherous terrain and rich natural landscape. The sunrise and sea of clouds on Mount Hua are even more beautiful, making it a paradise for photographers.
Each of the above top ten tourist attractions has its own characteristics, covering many aspects of Xi'an's history and culture, natural scenery and culinary experience, making it an exciting place not to be missed on a trip to Xi'an. If you are interested in Xi'an or would like to customize your trip, please contact us! Here are some recommended travel packages that include Xi'an:
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Reviewed on April 29,2025
Shopping on Nanjing Road in Shanghai was just amazing! It's truly the "First Commercial Street of China", where tradition and modernity blend perfectly. You can find awesome souvenirs and experience the trendy vibes in cool stores. The neon lights at night are just spectacular, shining bright like Times Square in New York. The food here is incredible too. I had a feast for my taste buds. Shanghai, I'll definitely be back!
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Reviewed on June 20,2025
As a solo traveler from Canada, I was nervous about navigating China alone—but this 11-day tour was PERFECT! From hiking the Great Wall at sunrise (Day 3) to gasping at the Terracotta Army (Day 5), every day delivered ‘pinch-me’ moments. The real showstopper? Zhangjiajie’s Avatar Mountains (Day 7)! Our guide made the stone pillars come alive with stories.
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Reviewed on May 29,2025
Our 2-day Zhangjiajie tour was beyond spectacular! As someone who’s visited Beijing and Shanghai for work, this trip revealed China’s wild, magical heart. Day 1 in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park felt like stepping onto Pandora—I’m a huge Avatar fan, and Yuanjiajie’s floating peaks left me breathless. The misty pillars and lush valleys like pure movie magic!
Then came Fenghuang Ancient Town, we eat dinner beside the thundering waterfall. It seems Unreal! The night views of stilt houses glowing over the river were straight from a fairy tale.
For fellow Avatar lovers and adventure seekers: Don’t miss this bucket-list experience! 10/10 would return.
A Well-Traveled Film Buff, May 2025
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