Planning your visit to Xi'an is not easy, especially you have to book all attraction tickets in advance now. Let us make your trip easy, stress-free by reserving your Terra-cotta Warriors tickets before you travel, you can bypass the crowds and explore the massive museum independently. Of course, you can upgrade for an escorted group tour or a private guided tour to learn the histories and stories about the museum. Or add a private round-trip transfer service to let our friendly driver pick you up from Xi'an city hotel or airport to make your trip more convenient and time-saving.
Tour Options
Tickets only-No Guide&Transfer
This option including the Entrance fee to the Terra-cotta Warriors, no guide no transfer service, just scan passport to enter
2 Hour Small Group Tour - 9:00
2 Hour Small Group Tour - 9:00: Option includes the ticket and 2 hour small group tour starting at 9:00am. The meeting place is the Tourist Service Center.
Tickets + Transfer from City
Tickets + Transfer from City: Including entrance fee to the museum, city hotels to Terra-cotta Warriors round trip transfer service for 4-6 hours
Tickets +Transfer from airport
Tickets +Transfer from airport: Including tickets to the museum, round trip private transfer from Xi'an airport to museum, also can end/start from Xi'an city
2 Hour Small Group Tour -15:00
2 Hour Small Group Tour -15:00: Option includes the ticket and 2 hour small group tour starting at 15:00. The meeting place is the Tourist Service Center.
Duration: 2 hours: This option includes a two-hour shared group tour with 15 tourists in each group.
Ticket+City transfer+Guide
4-5 hours English speaking tour guide, Xi'an city hotel to Terra-cotta Warriors round trip transfer and entrance ticket
Ticket+2H Private Tour Guide
Including entrance fee and a tour guide meet you at the main entrance, explain the histories and stories for 2 hours.
Duration: 2 hours
Itinerary
Admission included
Booking your tickets in advance is highly recommended, especially during the peak season. Select your desired date and time slot, your tickets will be sent to your email. Upon arriving at the Terra-cotta Warriors Museum, you can breeze through the entrance by scanning your passport.
Here are some additional options to enhance your experience.
1: Opt for our shared group tour, with each group consisting of 15 participants. There are 2 departure times available: 9:00am and 15:00.
2: 2 Hour private tour which offer more personalized experience, you can arrange the tour time according to your convenience & explore the museum at your own pace.
3: You can also include transportation service from the city to the scenic area. Our comfortable vehicles and experienced drivers will pick you up from your location in the city, airport or railway station, ensuring a smooth and hassle - free journey to the Terra-cotta Warriors Museum, so you can focus solely on enjoying the sights.
Highlights
Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off if you choose the option
2 hours guide service if you choose the option
Entrance Fee
What's included
Included
Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off if you choose the option
2 hours guide service if you choose the option
Entrance Fee
Not included
Gratuities
Guide and transfer service if you choose to book the ticket only
Pickup Locations & Times
1: Only tourists who have booked a private tour are eligible for hotel pick-up and drop-off services. If you only reserved the tickets without guide and transfer, please directly use your passport to enter the scenic area.
2: If you are participating in a shared group tour, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. For tourists who are late, we can only wait for 5 minutes.
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Terra-cotta Warriors Entrance Ticket with Optional Guided Service lasts about 2–6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $26 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. 1: Only tourists who have booked a private tour are eligible for hotel pick-up and drop-off services. If you only reserved the tickets without guide and transfer, please directly use your passport to enter the scenic area.
2: If you are participating in a shared group tour, please make sure to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. For tourists who are late, we can only wait for 5 minutes. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyJSKelAz32h/etM0qRem8/M=.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(57)
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Reinald V
July 30, 2026
Absolutely not satisfied.
Very bad
We paid 35€ at TripAdvisor and could not enter
Phone done to contact center to send us the qr code but had to make do with our passport
What didn't work
Lost €35
Just like at conficius temple Beijing which was closed and also lost 11€
Operator response
We are sorry for this frustrating experience. We are fully aware of what took place that day.
You mentioned your financial loss, yet you called us many times on‑site. Thanks to assistance from another Chinese tourist, you were finally able to gain entry to the scenic site. The issue arose because you had given us an incorrect passport number for real‑name ticket registration. Wrong passport details meant we could not generate a valid QR‑code for admission.
The other attraction you referenced was not a service provided by our company, so we do not have details on why you were unable to visit it. We value your feedback.
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24685905jj
April 16, 2026
You must go
Andi our guide was amazing his knowledge was unending although super busy as you can image a great experience a site to see the history of thousands of years a great place to visitn
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Ali_R
April 5, 2026
Busy but worth it
Get there early as it will be manic. It is heavingly busy but worth it-totally amazing and unique experience and it is really only the mains hall that is chronically busy. We were assisted by Chinese students studying English in other halls and they were delighted to share their knowledge and practice their English. A once in a lifetime experience.
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Daphne_K
December 19, 2025
Brilliant guided tour
Henry did an amazing job taking us around the pits and explaining the history behind the xian, terracotta warriors and qin emperor. He allowed us ample time to explore and take photos/videos, ask questions and he also helped us take photos! Shared a funny story about a german art student as well along the way. When we asked him for food options, he also guided us to a nice traditional restaurant!
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AinaKaroline_P
October 27, 2025
Very good and nice guide!...
Very good and nice guide! We had our personal guide and could ask everything. Would recommend this trip!
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982clarah
October 8, 2025
The nicest tour guide in Xi'an!
I went to visit the terracotta army in Xi'an with my friend but we hadn't booked a guide beforehand. Luckily, we met Henry just before going in the museum. He helped us get our bus tickets and avoid waiting lines. He gave us a lot of insightful information during the entire tour. At the end he helped us find a delicious restaurant and booked tickets for us to go to Huaqing palace at a better price! He even drove us there! Henry is a very passionate and dedicated guide. I thank him for his generousity and would definetly recommand him!
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Inbal_P
October 3, 2025
Henry was outstanding!
Henry was our guide at the Terracotta Warriors Museum and he was outstanding.
We are a family of six, and he provided clear explanations in excellent English while sharing many fascinating stories about the history and culture.
He kept us fully engaged the entire time, and we truly enjoyed every moment of the tour.
We highly recommend Henry for anyone visiting the museum!
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Mikeandrout
September 22, 2025
Amazing tour with Henry
Me and my wife had a wonderful tour with Henry. I definitely suggest a tour with him!!! Very kind and helpful! We had an amazing time!
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Alba_V
August 5, 2025
Very good management of...
Very good ticket management. We had no problem with our visit and were able to access the attraction well.
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Kenneth_L
July 29, 2025
Friendly and Informative
Our tour with Cheng Liang (Henry) was very informative about the Terracotta Soldiers and Horses as well as history of Xi’an itself. He is one of the best guides we’ve ever had. Henry expertly navigated the crowds and pointed out some of the more interesting aspects of the soldiers and the excavations and shared some of his own family history as it relates to the dig site and region. We highly recommend Henry to anyone who visits the Terracotta Soldiers or any tour.
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