Top 50 Best Things to Do in Shaanxi

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桃zi小~🍑

To fully appreciate the Terracotta Army, we booked a guided tour for six people through Ctrip. My companions brought large suitcases, which the guide led us to the free luggage storage. We were lucky today; it wasn't crowded, so we leisurely saw everything we wanted to see. Our guide, Ms. Li Wenxuan, provided exceptionally detailed explanations. I heard she's been working here for 20 years, and she described each artifact to us in detail. Her explanations were longer than those on the product details page, making for a truly excellent experience!

东篱把酒@

A 24-hour chat on the Chang'an City Wall 🌅 At dawn, I climbed the city wall from Yongning Gate. The brick pavement gleamed amber in the morning light. I rented a mint-green motorcycle by scanning a QR code, and rode to Hanguang Gate. A newly installed AR screen flashed an image of a Persian camel caravan; the sound of hooves mingled with the car horns on the South Gate roundabout, and for a moment, I lost track of time. ☀️ At midday, I strolled from Zhongshan Gate to Yongxingfang. The Chengcheng mutton soup stall, a traditional intangible cultural heritage spot, had a broth as clear as a mirror. The crescent-shaped pancakes were best eaten by tearing them into pieces and soaking them in the broth. At the Chang'an Stove near the South Gate, the gourd chicken was fried to a crispy exterior and tender interior. Sitting by the window, I could see the upturned eaves of the barbican. For 80 yuan per person, I enjoyed a feast fit for a grand Tang Dynasty banquet. 🌇When returning the car in the dark, I discovered a new monster-themed charging station at the West Gate. A quick scan with WeChat and I could borrow one. The moat's boats, carrying the twilight, crossed the bridge; the lanterns on the bar street lit up in a flash; a young woman sang "Xi'an People's Song" with her guitar; and the evening breeze was filled with the aroma of chili oil. 🏙️A few more words: The AR projection at the southwest corner of the city is amazing; the shadow puppet show at Yongxingfang starts at 7:30, don't forget; the elevator at Hanguang Gate is perfect for families with young children. #ThirteenDynastiesCityWallChat #YongxingfangIsBeautiful #AncientAndModernBikeTravel

不吃辣条的橙子啊

Mount Hua, the Western Peak, truly lives up to its name, with its many perilous and challenging sections. I absolutely love hiking and will never take the cable car or tram if I can hike on foot. This time, I hiked almost the entire way. If you're interested, check out my sharing – it's a hardcore hiking guide! 1️⃣ Transportation: From Xi'an, take the 7:16-8:38 train to Huashan Station, then take a taxi to Yuquan Temple to begin your hike. 2️⃣ Preparations: Before setting off, I bought two cans of Red Bull at a supermarket at the foot of the mountain. They were only 7 yuan each, which was reasonable. Try to prepare food and water in advance or buy them at the foot of the mountain, because they are incredibly expensive on the mountain! Red Bull costs 20 yuan a can on the mountain… 3️⃣ Hiking: The section from Yuquan Temple to the North Peak is divided into slopes and steps. I didn't use hiking poles; I used gloves to grab onto chains on steep slopes. If you have enough energy, you can climb faster. I reached the North Peak in about 2 hours and 15 minutes. 4️⃣ Sightseeing on the mountain. The scenery is beautiful even with many people, so slow down and enjoy the views and take photos. The recommended order is North Peak – Central Peak – East Peak – South Peak – West Peak (For the Plank Road in the Sky and the Hawk's Turn, check the reservation times carefully; arriving early may result in queues). Complete a loop on the mountain, climbing to the top of each peak to see different views. If you're unsure of the route, be sure to follow the signs or ask staff. 5️⃣ Preparing for the return trip. I couldn't take the West Peak cable car due to maintenance, so after visiting West Peak, I returned to North Peak via the same route and took the North Peak cable car. Hiking down is not recommended because the climb to Huashan is difficult and strenuous; hiking downhill can be physically demanding for some, and the steep slopes can cause knee damage. Taking the cable car or gondola down is highly recommended! 6️⃣ After getting off the bus, go to Parking Lot 1. There are free shuttle buses to Huashan North Station, but be quick, as the bus departs at 4:30 PM. I missed the bus and opted for a minibus instead, which cost 40 yuan per person and went directly from Huashan Station to Xi'an Bell Tower! 7️⃣ Climbing Summary. The entire hiking route was: Yuquan Temple—North Peak—Central Peak—East Peak—South Peak—West Peak—North Peak Cableway, taking approximately 6 hours. Hiking enthusiasts can use this as a reference; let's share our climbing experiences. Hiking the entire Huashan Mountain was absolutely exhilarating!!!

Eshy

Worth it🤩🤩. Amazing performance, traditional choreography, wonderful melody . A mix of Modern and classic . A must see show . #memories, #Broadway Chinese version

东篱把酒@

Xi'an Citywalk | A Time Machine After a Carb-Filled Walk As dusk settled, I emerged from the Yongningmen subway station and looked up—wow! The golden roof of the Bell Tower was bathed in the glow of the sunset, looking like amber—absolutely stunning! This old building, dating back to the Ming Dynasty, is now gently embraced by glass curtain walls and a sunken plaza, both ancient and modern. In the Line 5 transfer passage, a Ming Dynasty ceremonial guard is "walking" on an AR wall, with vermilion palace lanterns and neon signs lighting up together, surprisingly harmoniously. On the basement level, the food market is filled with the irresistible aroma of biangbiang noodles with chili oil. Next door, at Shaanxi Shisan, young people are queuing up to try the fermented rice flavored ice cream—it's all so novel! On the third-floor observation deck, donning VR glasses, the morning bell and evening drum of the Bell Tower and the drone show at Yongning Gate "fold" before your eyes. A blogger in Hanfu walks past under the eaves, the sounds of wind chimes and helicopters mingling in the wind—it's incredibly captivating! This is the Bell Tower as seen through my eyes—unpretentious and unpretentious, seamlessly blending old traditions with modern life, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the aroma of food and the interplay of light and shadow, experiencing Chang'an firsthand. #AncientTowerNewFashion #CarbsAndCyber ​​#SixHundredYearsInAGlance

Anonymous user

Booked the tickets with a drum performance at 7 pm. Reached Tang Paradise at 4 pm to take some photos at the garden before watching the drum performance. Enjoyed the performance. It was in a small cozy theatre. Actual musicians performed in the performance.

M16***82

The room was very clean, with three bedrooms that can accommodate many people. It was fully equipped, and you could cook your own meals. The lovely landlady provided a parking space right outside the door. The welcome fruit provided by the landlady was homegrown, and my child loved it. Overall, I was very satisfied.

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Our guide June is very good and professional. She is humorous and shared many interesting stories about the history of china and Shaanxi. Highly recommend to visit Shaanxi History museum. I would love to visit again when I come to Xi'an next time.

Anonymous user

Venue rather small than expected, but immersive experience with the many NPCs makes the visit really worthwhile. Looked high & low in Xi’an for 火晶柿子 from the drama series, but it can only be found here! Highly recommended to try it, indeed delicious. Also recommend 石头拌饭 in the food street. At times may feel somewhat constrained due to the small venue cos not that much space to stroll around & different performances take place on rotation more or less around same spots, but despite so can still easily spend an entire day here if chasing after the various scheduled performances. Will still come here again when next visit Xi’an!

❤️洋洋

The Tang Dynasty Never Sleeping City is not only a tourist attraction but also a carrier of cultural heritage. It regularly hosts cultural activities such as Tang poetry recitals and traditional musical instrument performances, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the literary and artistic achievements of the Tang Dynasty while enjoying their visit.