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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.

Excursão de um dia particular em Xi'an: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda & Pottery
Xian
Excursão de um dia particular em Xi'an: Terracotta Army, City Wall, Pagoda & Pottery
5.0(30)·8 horas
a partir de$25/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour privado em Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors, City Wall & Food Tour
Xian
Tour privado em Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors, City Wall & Food Tour
4.8(22)·6 horas
a partir de$190/ pessoa
via Viator
Xian Food Tour no Bairro Muçulmano
Xian
Xian Food Tour no Bairro Muçulmano
5.0(4)·3 horas
a partir de$36/ pessoa
via Viator
Private Terracotta Army 5 - Excursão por hora
Xian
Private Terracotta Army 5 - Excursão por hora
5.0(18)·5 horas
a partir de$84/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour Privado: Pacote Combo 4 dias Xian Food & Village Tour
Xian
Tour Privado: Pacote Combo 4 dias Xian Food & Village Tour
96 horas
a partir de$299/ pessoa
via Viator
Xian Airport Layover Terracotta Army Tour (Sem desvios de compras)
Xian
Xian Airport Layover Terracotta Army Tour (Sem desvios de compras)
5.0(52)·11 horas
a partir de$149/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour de um dia privado personalizado: Terracotta Army & Xi'an (excluindo taxas de entrada)
Xian
Tour de um dia privado personalizado: Terracotta Army & Xi'an (excluindo taxas de entrada)
5.0(560)·8 horas
a partir de$98/ pessoa
via Viator
Tour privado de dia inteiro em Xi'an com Guerreiros de Terracotta, City Wall
Xian
Tour privado de dia inteiro em Xi'an com Guerreiros de Terracotta, City Wall
5.0(79)·10 horas
a partir de$59/ pessoa
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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