Complete Guide to Must-Visit Attractions in Xi'an Beautifully

Xi'an Roaming Guide: A Dream Through the Millennia of Chang'an 📍 Core Attractions Overview Xi'an Roaming Guide: A Dream Through the Millennia of Chang'an 📍 Core Attractions Overview 🌿✨ Terracotta Warriors 🕒 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM｜Ticket 120 RMB 📸 Must-See: Pit 1 with the army of a thousand warriors, Pit 2 with kneeling archers (most detailed) 💡 Tip: Avoid the noon rush, bring your ID card! Giant Wild Goose Pagoda 🎯 Tower Admission 30 RMB｜Night View Free ✨✨ 🌙 Recommended: 7:00 PM North Square Music Fountain + South Square Xuanzang Statue Light Show City Wall 🚴 54 RMB｜Bike Rental 45 RMB/3 hours 🚲 🌅 Best Time: Evening ride to watch the sunset light up the Bell Tower Muslim Quarter 🍢 Must-Eat: Lao Mi’s Paomo, Jia San’s Soup Dumplings, Red Willow Barbecue 🗓️ 2-Day Minimalist Itinerary Day 1: History Walk Morning: Terracotta Warriors → Afternoon: Huaqing Palace (optional "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" performance) → Evening: Muslim Quarter Day 2: City Stroll Morning: Shaanxi History Museum (free/appointment required) → Afternoon: Giant Wild Goose Pagoda → City Wall Cycling → Bell and Drum Tower Night View 🍜 Culinary Highlights Breakfast: Lao Li’s Spicy Soup at Sajinqiao + Cured Beef Sandwich Dessert: Shan Shi San (Oil-Splashed Chili Ice Cream for adventurous tasting) 📌 Key Reminders ✔ Most attractions are accessible by subway, get the “Xi'an Electronic Metro Card” on Alipay ✔ Museums are closed on Mondays ✔ Best climate in September-October, avoid summer heat Chang'an returns home, home is Chang'an