I stayed in Xi'an for 4 days, and here's my heartfelt advice

After staying in Xi'an for 4 days and testing it out myself, I strongly advise everyone to plan ahead before you go, because Xi'an will really punish anyone who doesn't! 🌟 Whether you want to travel freely or join a reliable tour group, you should learn about the prices of hotels and tickets in advance, calculate the travel costs, and then decide whether to join a tour group or not. - 🟩 Accommodation 📍Near the Bell and Drum Tower: Located in the center of Xi'an, the advantages are close to attractions and the Muslim Street food area, but the disadvantages are high prices, crowded with people and cars, and severe traffic jams during peak periods. 📍Near Yongning Gate: One station away from the Bell and Drum Tower, the price is similar, with the advantage of convenient transportation and a plethora of food options. 📍Near the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda: Close to the Tang Paradise & Great Tang All Day Mall, convenient for night views, and easy access to subways and taxis. 📍Near the high-speed rail station/Xi'an station: Convenient transportation to attractions. 🗺️Four-day classic itinerary: 1⃣Arrive in Xi'an - Check into the hotel After a tiring journey, rest up beautifully upon arrival, and go for a leisurely stroll in the evening~ - 2⃣Terracotta Army - Huaqing Palace - Great Tang All Day Mall - The Song of Everlasting Sorrow The Terracotta Army has a tour leader to explain, which makes the experience different! There are many performances at the Great Tang All Day Mall in the evening, which is very lively, so don't miss out. - 3⃣City Wall - Giant Wild Goose Pagoda - Bell and Drum Tower - Muslim Street You can rent a bike on the City Wall to enjoy the scenery, otherwise walking is really too tiring. In the evening, the Bell and Drum Tower lights up beautifully, so don't miss it if you want to take photos in Hanfu. Muslim Street has many snacks~ - 4⃣Mount Hua - Return trip Mount Hua is a bit steep, but the scenery is super beautiful. Remember to wear sports shoes. If you're lucky, you might see a sea of clouds. There's a section with a cable car, and another section you have to walk up yourself~ ⚠️Xi'an travel tips to avoid pitfalls 🌀Near the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, you often see people dressed in strange costumes who want to take photos with you, but they actually charge a fee. 🌀Don't buy Xi'an specialties near major attractions, as they are expensive. It's recommended to go to local supermarkets, which are economical and affordable. 🌀The Great Tang All Day Mall has a high photo success rate at night, so don't go during the day when it's very commercial. 🌀Most attractions in Xi'an require tickets, so it's very important to remember to bring your student ID if you have one! 🌀The internet-famous snack 'Mao Bi Su' is expensive and personally, I don't think it tastes good, so definitely don't buy it. 🌀Muslim Street is heavily commercialized, and most of the visitors who go there to check in are from out of town. Be sure to take good care of your personal belongings. 🔥If it's your first time in Xi'an and you don't want to plan and can't book a hotel, you can join a local pure play group, which will save you a lot of hassle, especially when watching 'The Song of Everlasting Sorrow' performance at night. The last show ends after eleven, and there's no subway, so it's inconvenient to return to the city center. But be cautious when joining a tour group to avoid falling into the trap of low-priced tours❗ If needed, I can make recommendations for you~