What to do in Shaanxi
Most fun & popular experiences in Shaanxi
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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2-Day Private Tour from Shanghai by Air: Highlights of Xi'an and Beijing
Food, drink & nightlife
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Terra-Cotta Warriorrs & Horses One Day Tour
Shows & concerts
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Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show and Dumpling Banquet
Private & custom tours
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Private Half Day Tour to Terra Cotta Warriors Museum from Xian
Attractions
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Terra-cotta Warriors Entrance Ticket with Optional Guided Service
Discover the most popular places to visit in Shaanxi
Terracotta Army
Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.
Xi'an Bell Tower
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.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Admire engravings and statues as you ascend the twirling staircase of this tower for a panoramic view of the city of Xi’an.
Xi'an City Walls
Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.
Great Mosque of Xi'an
See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.
Drum Tower
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.
Mount Hua
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Hua during your travels in Huayin. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.
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.
Small Wild Goose Pagoda
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.
Explore areas of Shaanxi
Xi’an City Center
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.
Beilin
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).
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.
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.
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.
Muslim Quarter
Historic sites and shopping are highlights of Muslim Quarter. Make a stop by Great Mosque of Xi'an or Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Zhonglou Station to get around town.
