⚔️ Xi'an
Where ancient China lives. Terracotta Warriors, the best street food in China, and a 600-year-old city wall you can bike on.
Getting Around
Getting Around Xi'an
Complete transport guide for Xi'an. Metro, Didi, bus, and how to navigate the ancient city as a foreigner.
Xi'an 3-Day Itinerary 2026
A perfect 3-day itinerary for Xi'an. Terracotta Warriors, Muslim Quarter food, city wall biking, and Mount Huashan — optimized for first-time visitors.
Top Attractions
Terracotta Warriors — Complete Visitor Guide
Everything you need to know about visiting the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. How to get there, tickets, scams to avoid, and the best way to see all three pits.
Xi'an Ancient City Wall
Guide to biking and walking on Xi'an's 600-year-old city wall. The most complete ancient city wall in China.
Muslim Quarter (Huimin Street)
Guide to Xi'an's famous Muslim Quarter. 1,300 years of Islamic culture, the best street food in China, and what to eat.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Guide to visiting the Big Wild Goose Pagoda in Xi'an. History, tickets, and the famous fountain show.
Mount Huashan — China's Most Dangerous Hike
Complete guide to visiting Mount Huashan from Xi'an. The plank walk, cable cars, and how to plan your trip.
Food & Drink
Xi'an has the best street food in China. The Muslim Quarter alone is worth the trip.
How Many Days?
We recommend 3 days for Xi'an city, plus 1 day for Mount Huashan. Combine with Chengdu (3 hours by train) for the ultimate history + food trip.
See Our 3-Day Itinerary