Xi’an City Center
Xi'an
Visit Xi’an City Center
Popular places to visit
Xi'an Bell Tower
You can browse the exhibits at Xi'an Bell Tower, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Xi'an. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Great Mosque of Xi'an
See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.
Xi'an City Walls
Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.
Drum Tower
After visiting Drum Tower, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Xi'an. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate)
Learn about the local history of Xi'an with a stop at Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate). Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Yisu Grand Theater
Get tickets for a show at Yisu Grand Theater, a storied theater in Xi'an. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Day Tour - Terracotta Warriors and Banpo Neolithic Village
Morning Tour to Terracotta Warriors Museum with Lunch
Xi'an City Highlights Half-Day Tour
Xi'an:Terracotta Army Museum Walking Tour with Entry Tickets
Top hotels in Xi’an City Center
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Clean room, good location
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square
Great experience
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Hilton Xian
We had a lounge access room which was really good and the ladies in the lounge were extremely helpful. I would be happy to stay in the Hilton Xi’an again if I ever return to the city.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Lavande Hotel (Xi'an Bell Tower Muslim street subway station)
Nice comfortable room nice staff.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Xi'an Eastern House Boutique Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Jinjiang West Capital International Hotel
What a great stay. We were in Xi'an for five days, visiting the city and area. The hotel is in a great location, just outside of the Muslim Quarter. A short two block walk brought us to an amazing market and food street. The hotel staff was great, heling us whenever we had questions or needs. The ...
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xi’an City Center
Beilin
Beilin is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Beilin Museum.
Zhonglou Shangquan
If you're spending time in Zhonglou Shangquan, check out sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Yisu Grand Theater and hop on the metro to see more the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.
Muslim Quarter
Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Xi'an City Walls or Ancient Folk House while you're exploring the area.
Xincheng
Noted for its historic sites and theaters, there's plenty to explore in Xincheng. Top attractions like Shaanxi Science and Technology Museum and Xi'an City Walls are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Beidajie Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Lianhu
Discover Lianhu, memorable for its historic sites. Popular attractions in Lianhu include Xi'an City Walls and Andingmen, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Anyuanmen Station.
Yanta Qu
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Yanta Qu. Shaanxi History Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to see more of the city.
