Xi'An / 西安
Xi'an is one of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals. As the eastern terminus of the ancient Silk Road, the city is renowned for its rich history, well-preserved city walls, and world-famous Terracotta Army. Blending thousands of years of cultural heritage with modern urban life, Xi'an is a must-visit destination for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights:
Home to the world-famous Terracotta Army, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the eastern starting point of the ancient Silk Road.
Best Time to Visit:
- Spring Season (April - May) - 5-24°C
- Autumn Season (September - October) - 8-26°C
Ideal Stay:
3 Days
Suitable for:
- History enthusiasts
- Culture lovers
- Food lovers
- Travelers looking to explore ancient Chinese civilization, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the legacy of the Silk Road.
Airport Name (distance to city centre):
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY): 32 km in 51 minutes
Train Station Name (distance to city centre):
- Xi'an North Railway Station: 7 km in 18 minutes
- Xi'an Railway Station: 8.4 km in 23 minutes
Huaqing Palace / 华清宫
Xi'an City Wall / 西安城墙
Sajinqiao / 洒金桥
Lishan Scenic Area / 骊山国家森林公园
Shaanxi History Museum / 陕西历史博物馆
Xi'an Bell Tower / 西安钟楼
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow / 长恨歌演出
Terracotta Army/Terracotta Warriors / 秦始皇帝陵博物院
Xi'an Drum Tower / 西安鼓楼
Xi'an Museum / 西安博物院
Tang Paradise / 大唐芙蓉园
Muslim Street / 回民街
Big Wild Goose Pagoda / 大雁塔
Great Tang All Day Mall / 大唐不夜城
Gao Family Courtyard / 高家大院
Xiaonanmen Morning Convenience Market / 小南门便民早市
Daming Palace National Heritage Park / 大明宫国家遗址公园
Joy City Xi'an / 西安大悦城
Lianhua Restaurant / 莲花餐饮
A Shaanxi cuisine restaurant from the Lianhua restaurant group, focusing on regional Shaanxi cooking and traditional local specialties.
Zuichang'an / 醉长安
A Shaanxi cuisine restaurant specializing in traditional Guanzhong and Shaanxi dishes, combining classic Shaanxi cooking techniques with a more contemporary presentation.
Huaqing Palace Imperial Cuisine Restaurant / 华清宫御膳苑
An imperial-style dining experience associated with Huaqing Palace, presenting Shaanxi and Tang-inspired cuisine with an emphasis on historical and cultural dining.
Haiqu Restaurant / 海趣餐厅
A Suzhou/Jiangsu home-style restaurant focusing on traditional Jiangnan flavors and familiar Su-style dishes.
Huaiyang Mansion / 淮扬府
A Huaiyang/Jiangsu-style restaurant featuring refined dishes from Yangzhou and the Jiangnan region, alongside selected Shanghai-style dishes.
Xiao Chang'an / 晓长安
A contemporary Shaanxi restaurant that modernizes traditional Shaanxi dishes while retaining regional ingredients and culinary concepts.
Luyuan / 芦园
A Chinese dining establishment with a traditional, more formal dining atmosphere.
Yizuo Yiwang Yunnan Cuisine / 一坐一忘云南菜
A Yunnan cuisine restaurant specializing in flavors from different parts of Yunnan, including Dai, Dehong and other regional influences.
Cai Feng Lou Chinese Restaurant / 西安唐华华邑酒店
An upscale Chinese restaurant offering refined Chinese cuisine with a strong Cantonese influence and premium ingredients.
Chang'an Hui / 长安荟
A premium Shaanxi cuisine restaurant emphasizing traditional regional flavors and chef-led interpretations of classic Shaanxi dishes.
4-Star
Yaman Oriental Courtyard Hotel (Xi'an Big Wild Goose Pagoda Datang Evernight City) / 雅缦东方庭院酒店（西安大雁塔大唐不夜城店）
A charming boutique-style hotel near the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Datang Everbright City, combining traditional Chinese courtyard aesthetics with modern comfort. Its intimate atmosphere and excellent cultural location make it particularly suitable for travelers seeking a more distinctive Xi'an experience.
Xi'an Hi-Tech Yihua International Hotel / 西安逸华国际酒店（高新技术开发区科技二路地铁站店）
A modern 4-star business hotel in Xi'an's Hi-Tech Zone, offering comfortable rooms and convenient access to the area's business centers, metro stations, and city attractions. It is a practical choice for business travelers and visitors looking for modern accommodation outside the historic center.
Mcsrh Hotel (Xi'an Bell and Drum Tower Branch) / Mcsrh麦嘉·拾趣酒店（西安钟鼓楼店）
A stylish 4-star hotel located near Xi'an's historic city center, providing modern and comfortable accommodation within easy reach of the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and traditional old-city attractions. Its central location makes it suitable for both leisure and business travelers.
5-Star
W Xi'an / 西安 W 酒店
A contemporary luxury hotel in Qujiang featuring bold postmodern architecture, spacious rooms and suites, scenic balconies, restaurants, bars, spa facilities, and leisure amenities. Its distinctive modern design contrasts dramatically with Xi'an's ancient Tang-era surroundings.
Hualuxue Hotels and Resorts Xi'an Tanghua / 西安唐华华邑酒店
A luxury Chinese-style hotel in the heart of Qujiang, designed by renowned architect Zhang Jinqiu and surrounded by gardens, lakes, and Tang-style architecture. It is within walking distance of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Paradise, and Grand Tang Mall, making it ideal for combining luxury with Xi'an's cultural heritage.
Tang Paradise Hotel / 西安大唐芙蓉园芳林苑酒店
A distinctive Tang-style luxury boutique hotel located within Tang Paradise, one of Xi'an's major cultural theme parks. Designed in the style of a Tang imperial garden, the hotel combines traditional architecture, Chinese cultural elements, personalized service, and an exceptionally atmospheric setting.
Huaqing Palace Resort and Spa / 西安华清御汤酒店（华清宫店）
A luxury hot-spring resort in Lintong, located beside the historic Huaqing Palace at the foot of Mount Li. The resort combines traditional Chinese cultural surroundings with hot-spring facilities, elegant accommodation, and a relaxing resort atmosphere.
Xi'an Lintong Angsana Hot Spring Hotel / 西安临潼悦椿温泉酒店
A luxury hot-spring resort at the foot of Mount Li, surrounded by natural landscapes and historic attractions. The resort offers extensive hot-spring facilities, family-oriented rooms, landscaped gardens, and easy access to Huaqing Palace and the Terracotta Warriors.
Gran Melia Xi'an / 西安盛美利亚酒店
A sophisticated 5-star luxury hotel in Qujiang, offering elegant accommodation, refined dining, wellness facilities, and extensive meeting spaces. Its location near Tang Paradise and other major attractions makes it well suited to both luxury leisure stays and business events.