Xi'an Itinerary: How to Spend 2–4 Days in China's Ancient Capital (2026)
A realistic day-by-day plan for 2 to 4 days in Xi'an — what to do each morning, afternoon and evening, with timings, a budget, and tweaks for short trips and families.
A realistic day-by-day plan for 2 to 4 days in Xi'an — what to do each morning, afternoon and evening, with timings, a budget, and tweaks for short trips and families.
Beyond the Terracotta Warriors: the classics, the parks, the shows and the street food that make Xi'an worth your days — with our honest take on what to skip
Everything you need to plan a trip to Xi'an — when to go, where to stay, and what's actually worth your time — from someone who's been twice
Wondering where to stay in Xi'an? After 2 visits with kids, here are the best neighborhoods and tested hotels — with honest picks at every budget.
Everything you need to know to plan visiting TuoLing Legend show and securing tickets!
Exploring Xi'an beyond the famous Terracotta Warriors
Everything we learned travelling to Xi'an twice with kids: when to visit, what to do and where to stay to get the most from your family trip