What to do in Xi'an

Activities, attractions and tours
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Xi'an Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Xi'an has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Xi'an is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Xi'an to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Xi'an Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Xi'an.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Xi'an attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Most fun & popular experiences in Xi'an

Food, drink & nightlife

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Terra-Cotta Warriorrs & Horses One Day Tour

Terra-Cotta Warriorrs & Horses One Day Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
4.3 out of 5 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $134 per adult
Terra-Cotta Warriorrs & Horses One Day Tour

Shows & concerts

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Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet

Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet

Activity duration is 2 hours and 40 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $67 per adult
Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet

Classes & workshops

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Private Dumpling Cooking Class in Xi'an Local Family

Private Dumpling Cooking Class in Xi'an Local Family

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $217 per adult*
Private Dumpling Cooking Class in Xi'an Local Family

Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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All-inclusive Private Tour:1-Day of Xi’an from Beijing Round-Trip by Air

All-inclusive Private Tour:1-Day of Xi’an from Beijing Round-Trip by Air

Activity duration is 11 hours
Price is CA $2,031 per adult*
All-inclusive Private Tour:1-Day of Xi’an from Beijing Round-Trip by Air

Adventure & outdoor

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Customised Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Horses Museum

Customised Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Horses Museum

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $255 per adult*
Customised Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Horses Museum

Recommended things to do in Xi'an

Number of things to do
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CA $7
Cheapest thing to do
Xi'an History Study To Terracotta Army&Shaanxi Archaeology Museum
Top 5 things to do
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Xi'an

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Terracotta Army

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.

Terracotta Army
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Xi'an Bell Tower

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a stop at Xi'an Bell Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Xi'an Bell Tower
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Xi'an City Walls

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.

Xi'an City Walls
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Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Admire engravings and statues as you ascend the twirling staircase of this tower for a panoramic view of the city of Xi’an.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
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Great Mosque of Xi'an

3.5/5(3 reviews)

See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.

Great Mosque of Xi'an
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Drum Tower

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a visit to Drum Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Drum Tower
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Xi'an Jiaotong University

Explore the campus of Xi'an Jiaotong University during your visit to Xi'an. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Xi'an Jiaotong University
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Small Wild Goose Pagoda

4/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Xi'an when you spend time at Small Wild Goose Pagoda. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Small Wild Goose Pagoda
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Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Xi'an when you spend time at Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower

Explore areas of Xi'an

Bell Tower

Xi’an City Center

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Xi’an City Center. Top attractions like Xi'an Bell Tower and Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.

Xi’an City Center
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Zhonglou Shangquan

While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower and jump on the metro at Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.

Zhonglou Shangquan
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Yanta Qu

You might enjoy the historic sites while in Yanta Qu. Shaanxi History Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to see more of the city.

Yanta Qu
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Qujiang New District

Discover Qujiang New District, memorable for its gardens. Popular attractions in Qujiang New District include Tang Paradise and Datang Everbright City, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Huizhan Zhongxin Station.

Qujiang New District
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Beilin

4/5(3 area reviews)

Beilin is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate).

Beilin
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Xincheng

Noted for its historic sites and theaters, there's plenty to explore in Xincheng. Top attractions like Xi'an City Walls and Culture and Arts Hall of Qin and Han Dynasty are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Beidajie Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.

Xincheng