Visit the World UESCO Heritage Terracotta Army. While the cost to enter the palace is modest, the lines to buy tickets are often long and mean you need to carry Chinese cash. Pre-book online to gain access by passport and enjoy the Terracotta Army at your own pace—morning or afternoon.
1: Pre book to save time and stress
2: Explore Terra Cotta army at your own pace
3: Show the passport and enter Terracotta Army
4: Visit at a time that suits you-morning or afternoon
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
11 times a day, 8:30 AM–1:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 16+)
$30
Child (ages 5–15)
$18
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $388.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 77 of the next 330 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Ticket NO Transportation 3 hours
Duration: 3 hours: Terracotta Army Entrance Ticket (NO Other Tickets, NO Tour Guide Service, NO Transportation)
Ticket with Transportation 5 hours
Duration: 5 hours: Private Driver with Car, Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide and Terracotta Army trance Ticket (NO lunch, NO Golf Ticket)
Itinerary
Xian Terracotta Warriors
Make your own way to Terracotta Army (NO transportation). All Participants Overseas Passport front page are required. Please send it as attachment. Not accessible for Chinese Passport ID/passport. You will receive the Tickets booking reference during travel day. Your Passport will be your entrance ticket, show the passport at tickets checking entry by the Terracotta Army Museum and enter the Museum. 1: Arrive Terracotta Army Museum by yourself 2: Show your passport at tickets check point and enter the Terracotta Army Museum 3: See Pit 1, 2 and 3
What's included
Included
Entrance Ticket of Terracotta Army
IMPORTANT: All of your name, overseas passport front page, your WhatsApp phone numbers are required
Not included
NO Tour Guide Service
NO Transportation
NO Golf car Ticket
NOT accessible for Chinese Passport/ID
Any other expenses that not listed as included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
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How it compares in Xian
Starting price $30 is 46% below the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Xian
Excurgo comparison of 1,040 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Terracotta Army Ticket Booking take?
Terracotta Army Ticket Booking lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Terracotta Army Ticket Booking cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Xian experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $388. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Terracotta Army Ticket Booking run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 11 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Terracotta Army Ticket Booking cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $18, adults from $30.
Does Terracotta Army Ticket Booking sell out?
It can: 77 of the next 330 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Terracotta Army Ticket Booking for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Terracotta Army Ticket Booking worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sunflower Tours China.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Federico_F
August 19, 2025 · via Viator
Tickets and info
Fantastic Terracotta army but equally fantastic information by Lei Li. Precise, funny and punctual! Highly recommended to book in advance and equally recommended to book through her because all the advice she gives you are very valuable and gi have helped really much.
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Manuela_M
August 17, 2025 · via Viator
Li provided us all the...
Li provided us all the detailed and useful information and tips we needed. Great and professional service!
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Roberto_S
August 17, 2025 · via Viator
Unique experience!
Great Reservation Service. The operator contacted me via whatsapp giving us all the useful information in order to better manage the visit. Stick to his directions, they seem exaggerated but are more than justified
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Emanuela_N
August 15, 2025 · via Viator
Very good experience
The day before our visit Li very kindly gave me all the information needed and some tips to enjoy the visit at the best. Very good service and the experience was fantastic.
Definitely recommended.
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Belinda_V
August 15, 2025 · via Viator
All right.
We followed the signs and we found ourselves very well. Everything was explained perfectly so we had no problems
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Elisa_T
July 28, 2024 · via Viator
Terracotta Army eccezionale
I recommend this experience because you get all the support and assistance you need. A special thanks to our guide Li!
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