Xi’an City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Xi’an City Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Drum Tower
After visiting Drum Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Xi'an. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate)
Learn about the local history of Xi'an when you spend time at Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate). Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Dongyue Temple of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province
Dongyue Temple of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province is just one of the places to see in Xi'an, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Group Bus Tour to Terracotta Warriors with Hotel Pickup & Lunch
Morning Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum with Lunch
Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar
Skip The Line Xi'an Tang Dynasty Show Optional Dumplings Banquet
Terrracotta Warriors Museum Shuttle Bus with English Guide
Our pick of the best Xi’an City Center Hotel Deals
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Excellent staff, room was clean, and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hilton Xian
One of the best hotel experience we have had anywhere! The front desk manager Sultanli Elchin was welcoming and made us feel like we were the only customers at the hotel. Outstanding experience, beautiful property and convenient location!!!!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Jinjiang West Capital International Hotel
The room was clean and spacious and the staff were attentive. The hotel is located right in the centre of Xi'an close to many of the major sites (the Muslim quarter and the Bell and Drum towers). It's also next to a subway station although taking didis everywhere is pretty cheap. Overall I would ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sofitel Legend People's Grand Hotel Xian
This is very good hotel in an iconic building. Perfectly located to explore the city. The service was excellent, the concierge & bell team in particular were attentive & very helpful. In two weeks in China our favourite hotel. Recommended.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Xi'an Eastern House Boutique Hotel
This hotel is in an ideal location, in the city walls of Xi’an with plenty of food options nearby. Be aware there is another location also listed as ‘Eastern House’ but this is the correct place. Breakfast was not bad, a mixed selection with pastries, bread for toast and cereals as a Western option. ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square
Amazing Hotel. Great food choices and excellent stuff.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Xi’an City Center
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 Bell Tower.
Zhonglou Shangquan
While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Shaanxi Science and Technology Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.
Muslim Quarter
Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Xi'an City Walls or Ancient Folk House while you're exploring the area.
Xincheng
Noted for its historical sites and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Xincheng. Top attractions like Shaanxi Science and Technology Museum and Xi'an City Walls are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Beidajie Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Lianhu
Discover Lianhu, memorable for its historical sites. Popular attractions in Lianhu include Xi'an City Walls and Zhiyuan Villa, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Anyuanmen Station.
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.
Xi’an City Center Travel Guide
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