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Here's how to spend 3 days and 2 nights in Xi'an with a total cost of 587.62!!!

Xi'an Xi'an is a prefecture-level city under Shaanxi Province, serving as a national central city, sub-provincial city, and one of China's megacities. Located in the Guanzhong Basin along the middle reaches of the Yellow River, it enjoys a warm temperate semi-humid continental monsoon climate. As the starting point of the Silk Road, Xi'an boasts over 3,100 years of urban history and served as a capital for more than 1,100 years, making it China's ancient capital with the earliest establishment, most dynasties, and longest duration, earning it the title "Library of Chinese History." The city features numerous famous attractions including the Terracotta Warriors, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, and Xi'an City Wall. Xi'an Travel Guide - Day 1: Visit Shaanxi History Museum in the morning to admire rare treasures and learn about China's golden ancient eras. In the afternoon, explore the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda to experience Buddhist culture at Da Ci'en Temple, and watch Asia's largest musical fountain at North Square. At night, visit Datang Everbright City for stunning night views, interact with the "Tumbler Girl" performers, and watch the "Back to Chang'an" show. - Day 2: Spend the whole day touring the Terracotta Warriors and Huaqing Palace. Visit the Terracotta Army in the morning to see Emperor Qin Shi Huang's underground imperial guards. In the afternoon, explore Huaqing Palace to learn about Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei's love story while admiring Tang Dynasty imperial bath ruins. You can optionally watch the "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" performance at Huaqing Palace in the evening. - Day 3: Stroll through Muslim Quarter in the morning to experience vibrant Islamic culture and sample various delicacies. Then head to Bell & Drum Towers and photograph their panoramic view from the 5th-floor observatory of Kaiyuan Shopping Mall. In the afternoon, visit Academy Gate and Forest of Stone Steles Museum to appreciate authentic calligraphy works by masters like Yan Zhenqing and Liu Gongquan.
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Posted: Jun 18, 2025
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