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Home/Destinations/Xian/Xi’an in 1 day
1 day · Xian itinerary

Xi’an in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Xi’an? See the warriors and the wall. Here is how to spend one perfect day in China’s ancient capital — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Terracotta Army
  2. 2City Wall ride
  3. 3Muslim Quarter
  4. 4Tang show

Morning: Terracotta Army

Marvel at the legion of warriors.

Afternoon: City Wall

Cycle the ancient ramparts.

Evening: Muslim Quarter

Feast on street food and snacks.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Xian — prices per person.

Terracotta Warriors Ticket with Professional English Guide
Xian
Terracotta Warriors Ticket with Professional English Guide
5.0(68)·6 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Xian Terracotta Warriors and City Wall Private Day Tour
Xian
Xian Terracotta Warriors and City Wall Private Day Tour
5.0(31)·8 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Xi'an Morning Food & Market Tour by TukTuk
Xian
Xi'an Morning Food & Market Tour by TukTuk
5.0(55)·4 hours
from$58/ person
via Viator
Xi'an: Terracotta Army & City Highlights Private Day Tour
Xian
Xi'an: Terracotta Army & City Highlights Private Day Tour
5.0(44)·7–10 hours
from$103/ person
via Viator
Xi’an Private Day Tour:Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda&Pottery
Xian
Xi’an Private Day Tour:Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda&Pottery
5.0(31)·8 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Xi'an Private Foodie Tour by Tuktuk
Xian
Xi'an Private Foodie Tour by Tuktuk
5.0(43)·3 hours
from$91/ person
via Viator
Terracotta Warriors, City Wall and Muslim Food Street
Xian
Terracotta Warriors, City Wall and Muslim Food Street
5.0(20)·7–8 hours
from$198/ person
via Viator
Xi’an Private Terracotta Army Half-Day Tour
Xian
Xi’an Private Terracotta Army Half-Day Tour
5.0(31)·5 hours
from$84/ person
via Viator

Xi’an in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Xi’an in one day?
Yes — visit the Terracotta Army in the morning, cycle the City Wall in the afternoon, and feast in the Muslim Quarter in the evening, optionally with a Tang Dynasty show.
What is the best one-day Xi’an tour?
A Terracotta Army tour combined with the City Wall and Muslim Quarter is the most rewarding way to spend a single day in Xi’an.
How much does one day in Xi’an cost?
Budget roughly €40–€90 per person for a Terracotta Army tour plus the City Wall and Muslim Quarter.

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Terracotta ArmyCity WallMuslim Quarter & FoodTang Dynasty ShowsMount Hua