Muslim Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Muslim Quarter
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Drum Tower
You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a stop at Drum Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Group Bus Tour to Terracotta Warriors with Hotel Pickup & Lunch
Morning Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum with Meal
Xi'an:Terracotta Army Museum Walking Tour with Entry Tickets
Skip The Line Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show Optional Dumplings Banquet
Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket Optional Tang Dynasty Show Ticket
Our pick of the best Muslim Quarter Hotel Deals
Jinjiang West Capital International Hotel
Great spot. I really enjoyed it here. The staff was helpful, especially John Yang who was nice enough to give me some tea. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Xi'an Rongmin International Hotel
The staff were amazing and the area was very central for our needs
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
We had a wonderful day at this property. The room and the view were spectacular. We really enjoyed the weekend brunch, which had an incredible amount of food that was high quality. The staff were incredibly accommodating and they arranged a fantastic visit to the terra-cotta warriors. Highly ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
The use of an e-butler through WeChat was very efficient. We got our request for extra clothes hangers answered very quickly and the hangers were in the wardrobe after our return from dinner. Excellent location, within walkable distance to the Muslim Quarters and close to the Bell Tower subway station. ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hilton Xian
Good location , a very pleasant stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
W XIAN
Service was outstanding. Language was a small problem at check in. Room service was the best I have experienced. Loved W Xian, I will be back with my family.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Muslim Quarter
Lianhu
Discover Lianhu, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Lianhu include Xi'an City Walls and Sculptures of Silk Road, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Anyuanmen Station.
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.
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 Wall Yongningmen (North Gate) and Xi'an Bell Tower are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Beilin
Beilin is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate).
Xincheng
Noted for its historical sites and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Xincheng. Top attractions like Xi'an City Walls and Daming Palace National Heritage Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Beidajie Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Yanta Qu
Yanta Qu is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to explore sights like Shaanxi History Museum.
