Xi’an ancient city walls, epic pagodas, lively local streets, and a surprise snowy adventure

Here’s how to conquer Xi’an and Lantian in a week of history, food, and even some slopes action! Day 1: Arrive in Xi’an and base yourself at Xi’an Gaoxin Holiday Inn — super convenient for getting around. Day 2: 🚴♂️ Cycle or stroll Xi’an City Wall (open 8:00-22:00; addresses span four gates). Bring a windbreaker for those high sections! Day 3: Drum Tower and Muslim Quarter — go early to avoid crowds and snack on beef pancakes and pomegranate juice. Day 4: Head out to Lintong for the Terracotta Warriors No. 2 Pit (Museum open 8:30-17:00). Stay locally for easy morning access. Pro tip: Skip the gift shop, and spend time in all three pits. Day 5: Lintong Duty-Free for a little retail therapy, then transfer back to Xi’an. Day 6: Snow day! Hit Bailuyuan Yingshicheng Ski Field in Lantian (S107), easy cab or Didi from Xi’an. Rent gear onsite — just nab early morning slots for prime snow. Day 7: Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Yanta Rd, open 8:30–17:40, ¥10). Take a stroll through Qujiang Book Town for coffee + chill reads. Day 8: Zen out at Small Wild Goose Pagoda Heritage Park (No. 72 Youyi W Rd; open 9:00–17:30, closed Tuesdays). Museum is next door with neat Tang dynasty relics! Day 9: Explore Daxuexi Alley Mosque and chill in Xi’an old town before heading home. Getting Around: Xi’an Metro is your MVP, Didi for longer or out-of-town hops. Most attractions are clustered — plan routes! Eat: Muslim Quarter snacks, noodles at Lao Sun Jia (near Bell Tower), and local dumplings — try De Fa Chang. Money/Weather: It’s cashless everywhere; WeChat Pay or Alipay works best. Dec-Jan is cold, so layer up — but dry! #mytraveldiary #unesco #xian #travel #itinerary #china