Xi’an City Center Travel Guide
Xi'an
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.
Beilin Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Beilin Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to 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.
Things to do
Mini Group Xian Day Tour to Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda and Muslim Bazaar
Luoyang Longmen & Shaolin Private Day Tour from Xian by HSR Train
Xi'an 2-Day Customized Tour: Terracotta Army & City Highlights
Group Bus Tour to Terracotta Warriors with Hotel Pickup & Lunch
Xian Group Tour of Terracotta Army Museum
Top hotels in Xi’an City Center
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Great location. A few minutes walk to the Bell Tower and Drum Tower. Got a free rom upgrade. Staff are helpful. Hotel has a laundry room with no charge. Overall a great stay.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square
Breakfast has abundant choice of food and really liked our room. We didn’t have time to enjoy the executive lounge. Room is very clean and staff are really friendly
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Xian
Lots of choices for breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Lavande Hotel (Xi'an Bell Tower Muslim street subway station)
Under renovation. Very noise and dirty
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Xi'an Eastern House Boutique Hotel
The staff are super friendly and even if they are not able to converse in English, we used an app translator or someone else on the staff. Location is ideal for us, within 10 min walk to the Muslim Quarter but far enough to not hear the noise. Plenty of restaurants around the area, pharmacies, fruit ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Jinjiang West Capital International Hotel
The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a convenient location to popular spots. However, the pool is for people age younger than 70; the bath tub drained badly; even after overnight, the puddle remained; the toilet didn't flush well.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
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 Beilin Museum.
Zhonglou Shangquan
While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Yisu Grand Theater, 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 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.
