I finally visited the long-awaited Chang’an City. By day, it is Xi’an, the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties. As night falls, it seems to transport you back a thousand years to the prosperous Chang’an era.
During my 3-day whirlwind tour of Xi’an, I highly recommend these places. Posting photos on your social media will definitely make you a winner!
Shaanxi · Xi’an
🙋How to get to Xi’an
- ✈️ By plane: Xi’an Xianyang International Airport (choose this airport when going to Xi’an; it’s the closest to the main city)
- 🚄 By train/high-speed rail: Xi’an North Station, Xi’an South Station, Xi’an Station (Xi’an South Station is not recommended as it’s too far)
🚘 Transportation within Xi’an
- 🚇 Subway: Xi’an’s subway is very convenient, and most attractions can be reached by subway. You can search for “Chang’an Tong Electronic Card” on Alipay.
- 🚕 Taxi: The starting fare during the day is 8.5 yuan, and at night it’s 10 yuan (you can also book through platforms).
- 🚌 Bus: Most buses charge 2 yuan for the entire journey, except for some special line buses. Taking the bus is not highly recommended as it’s slow and prone to traffic jams.
🏠 Accommodation
- 1️⃣ Bell and Drum Tower: The area around the Bell and Drum Tower is usually the first choice when coming to Xi’an. It’s also the city center of Xi’an, very convenient for food, accommodation, and transportation!
- 2️⃣ Yongning Gate: It’s close to the 🚇 subway and the famous Xi’an attraction, Liyuan. You can stay right at the foot of the city wall, and there’s even a performance by the South Gate Band at night, which is very romantic~
- 3️⃣ Giant Wild Goose Pagoda: There are many attractions nearby, not far from the Tang Dynasty Night Market and Tang Paradise. Therefore, the night view is excellent, and it’s convenient for food, accommodation, and transportation.
🌈Day1
Bell Tower ➡ Drum Tower ➡ Famous City Wall ➡ Muslim Quarter ➡ Gao’s Courtyard
📍Attraction introduction:
1️⃣ Xi’an Bell and Drum Tower: 🎫 Bell Tower 30 yuan/person, Bell Tower + Drum Tower combined ticket 50 yuan/person. It’s the central point of Xi’an and also the city’s landmark building. The night view is spectacular.
2️⃣ Famous City Wall: 🎫 54 yuan/person. You can ride a bicycle on the city wall and see many different angles of Xi’an’s scenery.
3️⃣ Muslim Quarter: A very popular food street with a long stretch. Nearly 300 kinds of unique and flavorful snacks make people linger and indulge in its charm.
4️⃣ Gao’s Courtyard: Gao’s Courtyard ⛩ is currently the most well-preserved Ming and Qing dynasty ancient architecture in Xi’an, with a history of four hundred years. There are shadow puppet performances inside.
🌈Day2
1️⃣ Shaanxi History Museum: Learn about Shaanxi’s history
2️⃣ Giant Wild Goose Pagoda: 🎫 40 yuan/person. The classic photo spots are all there! The red wall 🧱 is particularly photogenic.
3️⃣ Joy City: On the 4th floor, you can see a panoramic view of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
4️⃣ Tang Dynasty Night Market: Crowded with people, 🎆 when the lanterns are lit, it’s majestic, luxurious, and magnificent, a sleepless night with fire trees 🔥 and silver flowers! Everywhere you look, there are girls in Hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing).
5️⃣ Tang Paradise: 🎫 120 yuan/person. 🏯 It’s the largest imitation Tang royal architectural complex in the country. The night view is excellent, and there are fountains to watch. It’s very suitable for taking photos in Hanfu, super photogenic 📸.
🌈Day3
Stele Forest Museum ➡ Emperor Qin’s Terracotta Warriors ➡ Lishan Mountain ➡ Huaqing Pool ➡ Song of Everlasting Sorrow
📍Attraction introduction:
1️⃣ Stele Forest Museum: 🎫 65 yuan/person. Known as the gene pool of Chinese culture, the cultural experience atmosphere is fully immersive.
2️⃣ Emperor Qin’s Terracotta Warriors: 🎫 60 yuan/person. A must-visit attraction in Xi’an.
3️⃣ Lishan Mountain: It is recommended to check the weather in advance. Watching the sunset has a very atmospheric feel.
4️⃣ Huaqing Palace: The place where Yang Yuhuan once bathed.
5️⃣ Song of Everlasting Sorrow: 🎫 358 yuan/person. A must-see performance, very stunning.
Xi’an · Food
Xi’an is really not a food desert!!
I’ve sorted out my best food recommendations to make it easy for everyone to eat and drink in Xi’an! 👍 These are all treasure shops that my friends and I have eaten at many times ❗️ Absolutely no disappointment 🔔
- Zhao Ji Luoluo Rou Jiamo (Jixiang Village Store)
- Tong Sheng Xiang (Bell Tower Store)
- Jia San Halal Soup Dumpling Restaurant (Beiyuanmen Main Store)
- V·La Spicy Skewers (Halal)
- Tea Talk Nong (Bell Tower West Store)
- Lao Wu’s Oil Tea and Fried Dough Twist
- Chengcheng Chongbin Water Basin Mutton (Houzhaimen Store)
- Three Electric Poles Shaanxi Cuisine Restaurant
- Hai Jia Steamed Pork Casserole Rice Noodles
- Old Li’s Biangbiang Noodles
- Halal Kunkun Spinach Noodles · Zhen Kunkun
- Wei Jia Cold Noodles (South Gate Store)
- Ma Hong Xiaochao Paomo (Bell Tower Muslim Street Store)
- Qin Yu Roujiamo (Dongmutou Market Main Store)
- Ma Jiguang Rose Mochi Cake
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