Xi’an Trip Overview
Explore one of China’s ancient capitals on this 8-hour tour of historic Xi’an, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. Start with a visit to the fascinating Shaanxi History Museum to step into the region’s rich history and discover Xi’an’s former glory as of the gateway to the Silk Road. Visit the landmark Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower, and then browse the shops and street food stalls of central Xi’an-the Muslim quarter, stopping to sample local snacks (own expense) or shop for souvenirs.
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Xi’an, China
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Xi’an, Shaanxi, China
Explore one of China’s ancient capitals on this 8-hour tour of historic Xi’an, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. Start with a visit to the fascinating Shaanxi History Museum to step into the region’s rich history and discover Xi’an’s former glory as of the gateway to the Silk Road. Visit the landmark Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Bell Tower, and then browse the shops and street food stalls of central Xi’an-the Muslim quarter, stopping to sample local snacks (own expense) or shop for souvenirs.
Stop At: Shaanxi History Museum, 91 Xiaozai E Rd, Xi’an 710061 China
The Shaanxi History Museum in Xi’an, regarded as ‘the pearl of ancient dynasties and house of Chinese treasures’, gives a miniature overview of the thousands of years of Chinese history and the splendid ancient cultures of olden times. You can gain special insight into the history of the Shaanxi region from the commentary of our guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Big Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayanta), Enci Temple The southern part of Yata Road, Yanta District, Xi’an 710061 China
This pagoda, Xi’an’s most famous landmark, it is one of China’s best examples of a Tang-style pagoda (squarish rather than round), it was completed in AD 652 to house Buddhist Sumatra brought back from India by the monk Xuan Zang. His travels inspired one of the best-known works of Chinese literature, Journey to the West.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tan Dynasty Art Museum, No.89 Cuihua Road, Yanta District, Xi’an 710061 China
Tang Dynasty Art Museum is located in the southern suburbs of Xi’an Big Wild Goose Pagoda east of the Qujiang Scenic Area. The museum is China’s first dating art museum, by the Sino-Japanese joint venture to build.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Xi’an Bell Tower, Lianhu District Junction of East main street, west main street, south main street and north main street,, Xi’an 710000 China
Our guide will lead you to visit the most famous landmarks of Xi’an, the Bell Tower. It is located in the heart of Xi’an and connecting the four roads from east, south, west, and north within the city wall. Atop the Bell Tower you will have a panoramic view of the Xian City
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Xi’an Mosque, Huajue Alley, Xincheng District, Xi’an 710043 China
It is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved Islamic mosques in China.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Muslim Quarter, West of Bell Drum Towers Square , Beilin District, Xi’an 710000 China
It’s the main street with a few intersecting roads. It has become a famous attraction of Xi’an for its profound Muslim cultural atmosphere and rich kinds of local street food. The Muslim quarter is a fascinating area where you can find exotic food, interesting people (some of the residents still look like their Arabian cousins) and great souvenir stalls.
Duration: 40 minutes
