Top 50 Best Things to Do in Xi'an
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  • Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museumtop_1
    󰺂10
    6.39
    Xi'an.Terracotta Army/Hua Qing Palace33.8 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoMausoleum of Qin Shi Huang Implements Off-Season Visiting Hours | Nov 16, 2025-Mar 15, 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆The highest point of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor overlooking the Weihe
    󰀆Qin's tomb viewpoint over Wei River
    󱨠Saved by 8449 users󱨠83649 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    Intense and the view of Pit 1 at the finale is amazing. Read up, use relevant audio guide or Chatgpt works quite well too. Recommend Pit II, III then 1 and the museum. Takes a good couple of hours (more time in peak, I went off peak near end of November and was still faily busy, lots of school trips it seems) Handy Tip: for the Terracotta figure you need to go into the end section of the large glass building just a short distance behind the big scholar statue and chat to the blue waistcoat staff to get your random figure

  • Xi'an City Walltop_2
    󰺂8.9
    2.88
    Xi'an.The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation1.8 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoYou can also see the Xi'an City Wall lantern show on New Year's Eve
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Interactive Lantern Festival of Light and Shadow during the Lunar New Year
    Interactive light show festival
    󱨠Saved by 3802 users󱨠42243 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    It's very convenient to buy and use on Ctrip. I entered the Xi'an City Wall from Wenchang Gate, which is right next to the old Beilin Museum. The entrance to the Xi'an City Wall from Wenchang Gate is behind the sign in picture three. It's very convenient, and it's very close to Yongning Gate on foot.

  • Song of Everlasting Sorrowtop_3
    󰺂8.7
    12.72
    Xi'an.Terracotta Army/Hua Qing Palace27 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSong of Everlasting Sorrow
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Dream Back to the Tang Dynasty
    󰋄Tang Dynasty love story reenactment
    󱨠Saved by 3222 users󱨠13179 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    The performance of "The Song of Everlasting Regret" was incredibly moving! "Heaven and earth may pass away, but this regret will last forever," the core of the poem lies in the word "regret." This "regret" is Emperor Xuanzong's endless remorse after losing his beloved; it is the constant longing he felt day and night for his beloved, as expressed in the lines "The Shu River is blue, the Shu Mountains are green, the Emperor's love is constant, morning and night"; it is Yang Guifei's unwillingness to accept her tragic death; it is the regret of "Years have passed since our separation by death, her soul has never come to me in dreams"; it is also history's silent condemnation of the abuse of power, and the world's sorrow at the destruction of beautiful love by reality.

  • Xi'an Bell Tower
    4
    󰺂8.4
    1.6
    Xi'an.The bell tower The drum tower/The Xi’an Circumvallation8m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Panoramic view of Xi'an from the top of the Bell Tower
    󱓊Panoramic view of streets & Drum Tower
    󱨠Saved by 2331 users󱨠15485 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    _We***82_We***82

    A 4-day family trip to Xi'an made all the difference by choosing the right hotel! The Lavande Hotel Bell Tower Metro Station was an absolute gem, exceeding all expectations. The hotel's location is impeccable, just 30 meters from the Bell Tower Metro Station. It's practically a stone's throw from the door, making it easy to reach attractions like the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, Terracotta Warriors, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda, or to explore the Muslim Quarter and Yongxingfang for delicious food. Traveling with elderly relatives and children is a breeze. The hotel is clean and tidy, with no clutter in the public areas. The rooms were a pleasant surprise – the bedding was soft and comfortable, and the soundproofing was excellent, ensuring a quiet night's sleep for my family after our sightseeing. What touched us most was the lovely receptionist, Zhao Jiaqi! One night, I received an urgent work assignment and was frantically searching for my laptop. Without hesitation, she lent me her own personal computer, patiently explaining the usage instructions. Her attitude was gentle and patient throughout. This selfless kindness warmed our hearts while we were far from home, making our stay truly special. From the clean and comfortable facilities to the convenient location and the heartwarming service provided by Ms. Zhao Jiaqi, every aspect of the Lavande Hotel reflected meticulous attention to detail. Our four-day stay was flawless, and we've already recommended it to friends visiting Xi'an. We'll definitely choose this hotel again next time we're in Xi'an! We are truly grateful to the hotel for the high-quality accommodation, and even more grateful to the kind and beautiful Ms. Zhao Jiaqi for her selfless help, making our Xi'an trip perfect and unforgettable.

  • Tang Paradise
    5
    󰺂8.3
    3.62
    Xi'an.Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall5.8 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoChang'an Lantern Festival to Open Early on New Year's Day | Jan 2026-Jan 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Boat tour of the royal garden on Furong Lake
    󱓊Boat show: Tang Dynasty Dream
    󱨠Saved by 2325 users󱨠13413 positive reviews
    4.3/5
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    You can think of it as a photography studio set in a Tang Dynasty-style garden. The night view is beautiful, and nearly half of the visitors are there for travel photography. The ticket price is a bit expensive. It's located right across from the Datang Everbright City street; it's optional.

  • Shaanxi History Museum
    6
    󰺂8.1
    Xi'an.Xiaozhai/Shaanxi History Museum4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱨜A million years of treasures
    Interactive ancient life experience
    󱨠Saved by 2226 users󱨠13885 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    ❤️洋洋❤️洋洋

    The Shaanxi History Museum, located northwest of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an, is a national comprehensive history museum with a collection of over 370,000 artifacts, systematically showcasing Shaanxi's glorious civilization from prehistoric times to modern times.

  • The Longest Day in Chang'an Theme Block
    7
    󰺂8.0
    3.63
    Xi'an.Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall5.5 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe Longest Day in Chang'an Theme Block Gets a Makeover
    trip best small logoNo. 2 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xi'an
    Highlights:
    󱓊Immersive Tang Dynasty street experience
    󱓊Tang Dynasty immersive city life
    󱨠Saved by 1164 users󱨠3542 positive reviews
    4.1/5
    随时要打人随时要打人

    There were too many people, and the good viewing spots were all taken very early. We could only see the backs of the performers during the key shows. It would be better if the number of tourists could be controlled. The performers could interact with the audience. It's still not as good as the Silk Road in Urumqi.

  • Grand Tang Mall
    8
    󰺂7.9
    Xi'an.Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall5.3 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆9 themed sculptures on avenue
    󱓊Iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    󱨠Saved by 2676 users󱨠1459 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    ❤️洋洋❤️洋洋

    The Tang Dynasty Never Sleeping City is not only a tourist attraction but also a carrier of cultural heritage. It regularly hosts cultural activities such as Tang poetry recitals and traditional musical instrument performances, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the literary and artistic achievements of the Tang Dynasty while enjoying their visit.

  • Big Wild Goose Pagoda
    9
    󰺂7.9
    0.54
    Xi'an.Dayan Pagoda/The Grand Tang Mall4.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 6 of Night Attractions in Xi'an
    Highlights:
    󱨜Asia's largest musical fountain square
    󰋄Spectacular Xi'an views (Top of tower)
    󱨠Saved by 1527 users󱨠4731 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    日焱日焱

    This scenic area is steeped in history and stories. It includes the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, but climbing the pagoda requires an additional fee. It offers great value for money and is a top choice for tourists visiting Xi'an. However, the scenic area only has one entrance and exit, which is not very convenient, and the traffic around the scenic area is somewhat chaotic.

  • Daming Palace National Heritage Park
    10
    󰺂7.9
    3.2
    Xi'an.Daming Palace/Xi'an Railway Station4 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Xi'an
    Highlights:
    󰋄Cherry blossoms around Taiye Lake
    󱨜Political center & national symbol (Tang Dynasty)
    󱨠Saved by 667 users󱨠4919 positive reviews
    4.1/5
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    It's worth a visit; the ruins evoke a sense of desolation, a testament to the decline of the once-prosperous Tang Dynasty. It truly embodies the sentiments of Du Fu's "The country is broken, but the mountains and rivers remain," and Zhang Yanghao's "Ten thousand palaces have all turned to dust"—a poignant and lamentable sight.

What Best Things to Do are there in Xi'an?
These are all Best Things to Do in Xi'an:Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum, Xi'an City Wall, Song of Everlasting Sorrow, Xi'an Bell Tower, Tang Paradise
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Xi'an?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Xi'an include:Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum:4.7, Xi'an City Wall:4.6, Song of Everlasting Sorrow:4.5, Xi'an Bell Tower:4.5, Tang Paradise:4.3
At what locations in Xi'an can Best Things to Do in Xi'an be found?
The Best Things to Do in Xi'an are mainly located in:Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum:Xi'an, Xi'an City Wall:Xi'an, Song of Everlasting Sorrow:Xi'an, Xi'an Bell Tower:Xi'an, Tang Paradise:Xi'an
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