Xi’an City Center Travel Guide
Xi'an
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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.
Terracotta Army
Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.
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 Jiaotong University
Enjoy the student vibe at Xi'an Jiaotong University during your stay in Xi'an. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Xi’an City Center
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Laundry service was great that they offered it.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hilton Xian
Inside the main walls, close to a charming street food market.
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025
Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown
Amazing hotel at the best location with reasonable price. No complaints
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Xi'an Eastern House Boutique Hotel
The hotel is newly renovated, everything is clean and well designed. The rooms are spacious and the beds are soft. They provide unlimited free water bottles that you can grab, which is really nice given the hot weather.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
HeSu DESIGNER Hotel & Suites - Xi'an Drum Tower & YONGNING Gate Branch
The hotel is nicely decorated. However our room at times smells of tobacco smoke which I think is coming from the vents. Has washing facility which was very useful. Staff helpful and accomodating.
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Grand Mercure Xian Renmin Square
Classic with an excellent staff very helpful and went out of their way to aid us in our daily activities
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
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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 and jump on the metro at Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Muslim Quarter
Historical sites and shopping are highlights of Muslim Quarter. Make a stop by Xi'an City Walls or Ancient Folk House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Zhonglou Station to get around town.
Xincheng
Noted for its historical sites and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Xincheng. Top attractions like Xi'an City Walls and Culture and Arts Hall of Qin and Han Dynasty 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 Andingmen, 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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