Central Plain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Plain
Where to stay in Central Plain
Xi’an City Center
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Xi’an City Center. Top attractions like Xi'an Bell Tower and Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Zhonglou Shangquan
While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower and jump on the metro at Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Pingyao Ancient City
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Pingyao Ancient City. You might want to make time for a stop at Pingyao Ancient City or Pingyao City Walls.
Qujiang New District
Discover Qujiang New District, memorable for its gardens. Popular attractions in Qujiang New District include Tang Paradise and Datang Everbright City, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Huizhan Zhongxin Station.
Shizhong
You'll enjoy the mountain views and lake views in Shizhong. You might want to make time for a stop at Baotu Spring or Shandong Stadium.
Lixia District
Lixia District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Thousand Buddha Mountain and Black Tiger Spring.
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
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Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown
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Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
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Lyf Dayanta Xi'An
Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Xi'an with WiFi, AC and beautiful Garden
Somerset Fengdong Xi'an
Popular places to visit
Terracotta Army
Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.
Xi'an Bell Tower
You can browse the exhibits at Xi'an Bell Tower, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Xi'an. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Admire engravings and statues as you ascend the twirling staircase of this tower for a panoramic view of the city of Xi’an.
Xi'an City Walls
Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.
Great Mosque of Xi'an
See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.
Mount Tai
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Tai during your travels in Daiyue. Discover the area's mountain views and sunrises.
