This is a one-day tour experience of the highlights in downtown Xi'an. It's a small-group trip, offering you the chance to experience the local public transportation. The tour guide is professional, experienced and friendly, and can tell Chinese history like storytelling. All the places visited are landmark scenic spots in Xi'an. Even if you don't go inside, you can still take unique photos outside, making it an unforgettable trip for you.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
If you choose the dumpling banquet package, the cost of the dumpling banquet at Tang Paradise Palace will be included.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Bell Tower Hotel Xian
If your hotel is beyond the pick-up and drop-off range, please meet the tour guide in front of the Bell Tower Hotel at 9:00 a.m. The information about the tour guide will be sent via the system before 10:00 p.m. the night before the departure.
Return
Important Information
•
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•
Public transportation options are available nearby
•
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
•
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
•
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
•
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
•
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
•
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
•
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Become our Lokal Curator
Are you ready to turn your hobbies into a business?
The Xi'an City Wall, built in the Ming Dynasty, stands as a symbol of Xi'an's long history. With a perimeter of about 14 kilometers, it's one of the largest and best - preserved ancient city walls in China, attracting numerous tourists.
Up to now, the gateways of the city walls in Xi'an are still in use, allowing vehicles to pass through. Tourists can rent bicycles on the city walls to experience cycling, take photos, and overlook the urban area of Xi'an from the city walls.
40 minutes
2
Xi'an Bell Tower
The Bell Tower in Xi'an, a Ming - Dynasty masterpiece, is a city landmark. Standing at the city center, it once tolled time and now attracts many tourists.
**It is recommended to take photos of the exterior while following the tour guide.
10 minutes
3
Drum Tower (Gulou)
The Drum Tower in Xi'an, a symbol of ancient Chinese architecture, dates back to the Ming Dynasty. It once signaled time and now amazes tourists with its grandeur.
**It is recommended to take photos of the exterior while following the tour guide.
10 minutes
4
Xi'an Mosque
The Huajue Lane Mosque in Xi'an, also known as the Great Mosque, has a long history. Combining traditional Chinese and Islamic styles, its architecture is unique. It attracts many visitors to explore Islamic culture.
30 minutes
5
Huimin Street
Xi'an's Muslim Quarter, also called Huimin Street, is a vibrant and bustling area. Filled with a rich variety of Islamic - style architecture, it is a cultural melting pot. Here, you can relish diverse halal snacks like roujiamo and yangrou paomo. The Quarter not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a window into the local Muslim culture, making it a must - visit destination in Xi'an.
1 hour
6
Xi'an Museum
Xi'an Museum, a fascinating cultural hub, is a harmonious blend of an ancient temple, beautiful gardens, and a modern exhibition hall. Housing a vast collection of over 130,000 historical artifacts, it provides an in - depth look into Xi'an's glorious past, from pre - historic times to the Qing Dynasty. Here, visitors can explore the city's long - standing history, admire ancient artworks, and gain a profound understanding of Chinese civilization. It is a must - visit destination for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.
**Xi'an Museum is closed every Tuesday, and the tour groups on Tuesday will not visit this place.
1 hour
7
Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta)
The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, located in Xi'an, China, was initially built in the Tang Dynasty. Standing at approximately 64 meters tall, it consists of seven stories. This magnificent pagoda was constructed to store Buddhist scriptures and statues brought from India by the renowned monk Xuanzang. As a symbol of ancient Chinese Buddhist architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it attracts countless domestic and international tourists every year. Its solemn appearance and profound cultural connotations showcase the prosperity of Buddhism and cultural exchanges during the Tang Dynasty.
40 minutes
8
Dayan Pagoda South Square
The South Square of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is a vibrant and popular public space in Xi'an. It features a grand statue of the eminent monk Xuanzang, who played a crucial role in bringing Buddhist scriptures from India. The square, surrounded by beautiful gardens and modern architecture, serves as a gathering place for locals and tourists alike. It offers a perfect view of the magnificent Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, creating a harmonious blend of history and modernity. Here, people can relax, soak up the cultural atmosphere, and enjoy the unique charm of this ancient - yet - lively area.
20 minutes
9
Xi'an Tangle Palace
The Tang Paradise Palace, a famous Xi'an landmark, offers a special cultural treat, especially its show "The Great Tang Empress".
Combining great dance, music, and costumes, the show brings the glorious Tang Dynasty to life. It lets the audience relive Empress Wu Zetian's rule and the era's culture. History lovers can't miss this immersive show in the palace's theater.
【The Dumpling Banquet】
The Dumpling Banquet in Xi'an has long been well - known. It offers many kinds of dumplings, with different shapes, fillings like pork - veggie or unique seafood - fruit ones.
The dumplings taste great and are delicately made, some shaped like flowers or animals. It's not just a meal but a display of Chinese cooking, giving diners a chance to enjoy diverse flavors and rich food culture.
**Please note that only the package option that includes the Dumpling Banquet allows you to have this experience.
2 hours and 30 minutes
Xi'an City tour | Bell Tower+city wall
Bei Lin Qu
About
This is a one-day tour experience of the highlights in downtown Xi'an. It's a small-group trip, offering you the chance to experience the local public transportation. The tour guide is professional, experienced and friendly, and can tell Chinese history like storytelling. All the places visited are landmark scenic spots in Xi'an. Even if you don't go inside, you can still take unique photos outside, making it an unforgettable trip for you.
Highlights
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 7 hours to 8 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
If you choose the dumpling banquet package, the cost of the dumpling banquet at Tang Paradise Palace will be included.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Bell Tower Hotel Xian
If your hotel is beyond the pick-up and drop-off range, please meet the tour guide in front of the Bell Tower Hotel at 9:00 a.m. The information about the tour guide will be sent via the system before 10:00 p.m. the night before the departure.