[2025 Xi'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Yisu Historical and Cultural District (Updated Oct)

Explore the ancient capital of Xi'an, visit the Terracotta Warriors and more in five days, and experience the weight of history and the charm of culture. Come and start this journey through time with us! -------------------- 🚩 Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Xi'an, transfer to hotel, free time Arrive in Xi'an with ease, transfer to a comfortable hotel, and explore the city at your leisure. Day 2: Huaqing Palace > Qin Shihuang Grand Theater "The Eternal Terracotta Warriors" Show > Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Warriors) > Terracotta Warriors Pit 1 Travel through the corridor of history, experience the ancient charm of Huaqing Palace, enjoy the stunning "The Eternal Terracotta Warriors" show, visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum, and explore Qin culture. Day 3: Mount Hua > West Peak > "Tuo Ling Legend" Show > Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City Conquer the steep Mount Hua, enjoy the magnificent West Peak, watch the "Tuo Ling Legend" show in the evening, and experience the prosperity of the Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City. Day 4: Giant Wild Goose Pagoda > Da Ci'en Temple > Yisu Historical and Cultural Block Explore the Buddhist culture of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, visit Da Ci'en Temple, stroll through Yisu Street, and savor the historical charm of the ancient city. Day 5: Free time, transfer to airport/station Enjoy your free time, explore more possibilities in Xi'an, and take advantage of our transfer service to ensure a smooth departure and end to your pleasant journey. -------------------- Travel essentials: 🎒 Going to the Terracotta Warriors and more in Xi'an? Bring these things! 👕 Clothing: Xi'an is already cool in November, so we recommend wearing long-sleeved tops and pants, and bringing a light jacket to protect against the temperature difference between morning and evening. Sunscreen clothing and hats are also essential to protect against the sun and wind. 🎒 Accessories: Bring a light bag to carry your personal items. Don't forget your phone, camera, power bank, and charger to capture beautiful moments at any time. 🪪 Documents: Bring your ID card, student ID, driver's license, etc. You may need them for tickets and transportation. Also, bring some cash and bank cards for emergencies. 🍪 Food: Bring a few bottles of water and some snacks, such as cookies, to replenish your energy in the scenic area. 🧴 Skincare: Bring skincare products and sunscreen to keep your skin hydrated. You can also bring a face mask to apply at the hotel in the evening to soothe your skin. 🌂 Other: It may rain in Xi'an in November, so bring an umbrella. Also, bring some tissues and wet wipes for easy cleaning. If you want to take beautiful photos, consider bringing a selfie stick. -------------------- The Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an are just the beginning. More surprises in the ancient capital are waiting for you to discover! Click on the homepage and don't miss any of the exciting guides!

The short holiday is coming! Explore the mysteries of the Terracotta Army in Xi'an, ascend to the summit of Mount Hua, and enjoy a four-day tour of historical sites and natural beauty. Come and experience it all! -------- 🚩Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Xi'an, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel🚘, and spend the day at your leisure.——Overnight stay in Xi'an Day 2: Explore the ancient charm of Huaqing Palace🏯——Immerse yourself in the spectacular performance of "The Legend of the Terracotta Army" at the Qin Opera House🎭——Uncover the millennial legend of the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum and the Terracotta Army🏺——Witness the magnificent sight of Pit No. 1 of the Terracotta Army🐎 Day 3: Conquer the summit of the precipitous Mount Hua⛰️——Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of West Peak🌄——Experience the awe-inspiring Xi'an Everlasting Love performance🎬——Stroll through the brilliantly illuminated Grand Tang Mall at night🌃 Day 4: Visit the historical Giant Wild Goose Pagoda🕍——Experience the tranquility of Daci'en Temple🙏——Wander through the quaint Yisu Historical and Cultural Block🏞️——Savor the authentic cuisine of Yongxingfang Food Culture Street🍜 -------- Must-See Attractions: Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum (Terracotta Army) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Qinling North Road, Lintong District, Xi'an Opening hours: Feb 4–Mar 15, 8:30 am–6:00 pm Duration: 4–5 hrs The Terracotta Army in Pits 1, 2, and 3 is truly magnificent. Each figure is lifelike, as if transporting you back to the Qin Dynasty. Huaqing Palace ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 38, Huaqing Road, Lintong District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province Opening hours: 7:30 am–6:10 pm Duration: 2–3 hrs This place blends hot springs with historical culture. Not only can you relax in the hot springs, but there are also ancient sites to admire. Mount Hua ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Huashan Town, Huayin City, Weinan City, Shaanxi Province Opening hours: All day Duration: 1 day As one of the Five Great Mountains of China, Mount Hua is famous for its precipitous scenery and numerous historical sites. It is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. Grand Tang Mall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 46, Ci'en Road, Yanta District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province Opening hours: All day Duration: 2–3 hrs The statues and ancient-style buildings complement each other beautifully. At night, the area is brilliantly illuminated, as if bringing you back to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. Xi'an Everlasting Love ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Xi'an Expo Park, Shibo Avenue, Baqiao District, Xi'an Opening hours: Mar 9–14, 1:00 pm–8:30 pm Duration: 2–3 hrs Want to experience the grand history of the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties? Xi'an Everlasting Love is the place to be. The performances here will surely amaze you. -------- Tips: 🌦️ The weather in Xi'an in March is moderate, but there is a large temperature difference between day and night. Remember to bring a warm coat! 🍜 Don't miss Xi'an's local specialties, such as Rou Jia Mo (meat sandwich) and Liang Pi (cold noodles), to tantalize your taste buds with the flavors of the ancient city! 📸 The Terracotta Army and Mount Hua are both extraordinary photo spots. Remember to capture your travel moments! 🎁 Xi'an has a wide variety of local products at reasonable prices. Bring some home as souvenirs! But remember to compare prices before buying! -------- Come to Xi'an and don't miss the millennial grandeur of the Terracotta Army and the magnificent scenery of Mount Hua. It will definitely be an unforgettable trip!

Explore the thousand-year-old imperial tombs at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Xi'an, then conquer the dangerous peaks of Mount Hua, and don't forget to relax in the hot springs. This 4-day itinerary is full of excitement, so save this guide now! -------------------- 🚩 Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Xi'an, take a private car to the hotel 🏨, and enjoy your free time. Summary: Arrive in Xi'an, settle into the hotel, and explore the city at your leisure. Day 2: Huaqing Palace - Watch the show "The Everlasting Regret" at the Qin Emperor's Grand Theater 🎭 - Explore the Terracotta Warriors and Horses at the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor - Visit the No. 1 Pit of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Summary: Immerse yourself in history, experience Qin culture, and explore the mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses. Day 3: Conquer Mount Hua ⛰️ - Climb to the top of the West Peak - Enjoy the "Eternal Love of Xi'an" show - Night tour of the Great Tang All Day Mall. Summary: Climb to the top of the mountain, experience the ancient capital, and enjoy a feast for the senses. Day 4: Visit the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda 🏯 - Visit the Daci'en Temple - Stroll through the Yisu Historical and Cultural District - Taste the special snacks of Yongxingfang 🍜. Summary: A perfect combination of cultural tours and food experiences. -------------------- Travel Preparation: 🎒 👚 Clothing: Thick coat, thermal underwear, comfortable sneakers. Xi'an is cold in January, so dress warmly. 🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses, hat, gloves. These are practical for climbing Mount Hua, as they protect you from the wind and sun! 💳 Documents: ID card, student ID (if you have one). These are required to enter the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, so don't forget them! 🍫 Food: Beef jerky, chocolate. These will give you energy and make climbing easier! 💦 Water: Thermos with hot water. It's so nice to have a hot drink in winter! 🔋 Other: Power bank, data cable. You'll need plenty of battery power for taking photos and navigating! -------------------- The grandeur of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Xi'an and the steepness of Mount Hua are truly unforgettable! 🏯🏞️ I can't wait to come back and experience the charm of these two wonders again!

Located at the exit of Zhonglou Station on Xi'an Metro Line 2, Yisushe is a cultural district. Unfortunately, we went there late that evening and it was already closed. You can tell it's a community with a lot of culture and history. Despite the temperature in Xi'an reaching 37 degrees that day, the streets were still bustling with people. Many beautiful fairies dressed in Tang dynasty costumes were checking in and taking photos. The Great Tang All-Day Mall is just like this!

The Xi'an City Wall, also known as the Xi'an Ming City Wall, is the largest and best-preserved ancient city wall in China. There are four main gates in the Xi'an city wall: Changle Gate (East Gate), Yongning Gate (South Gate), Anding Gate (West Gate), and Anyuan Gate (North Gate). These four gates are also the original gates of the ancient city wall. Recommended scenic spots City Lantern Festival Wall Yongning Gate of Xi'an City Wall, Metro Line 2 On the South Square of Yongningmen, the light groups of "Dragons and Phoenixes Shining in Chang'an" and "Peaceful New Year" together weave a picture of prosperity pursuing dreams across thousands of miles of mountains and rivers. There is also a city wall themed light and shadow show! Tang Paradise Metro Line 4 The "Lucky Tiger Outing in Spring" light group in the square outside the Imperial Garden Gate, the large interactive water light group "Baoxiang Tianshu", and the "Auspicious Dragon and Phoenix" light group on the white marble Hibiscus Bridge complement each other, symbolizing full blessings. There are also royal song and dance performances of the traditional Chinese style of the Spring Festival that travel through the Tang Dynasty The Tang Dynasty City That Never Sleeps Metro Line 4 Free, the Tang Dynasty Qinyin, the poetic Chang'an lantern group decorates the historical culture and the New Year atmosphere, allowing visitors to feel the charm of traditional culture in the collision of ancient and modern times Zhouzhi Water Street About 1.5 hours by car The folk streets with a lively atmosphere, eating, drinking and having fun Yisushe Cultural Community Metro Line 2 Free of charge, Tianjie Lantern Festival-style lanterns and large pomegranate lanterns, featuring a cyber atmosphere, superimposed with traditional lantern festivals, a collision of technology and folklore! The Spring Festival Lantern Festival is divided into six major areas Splendid China Area: "Auspicious Dragon and Auspiciousness" lighting group, "Rabbit in the Moon" lighting group, and "Golden Spring" lighting group. Happy prayer area: "Prayer Light Corridor" light set. Prosperous Chang'an District: "Encouraging the Prosperous Times" lighting group, "National Treasures Celebrating the New Year" lighting group, "Prosperous Tang Dynasty Banquet" lighting group, and "Tang Dynasty One Day" lighting group. Intangible Cultural Heritage Area: "Legend of Liyuan" lighting set. Children's Dream Area: "Chang'an Big Eyes Cute" lighting group, "Dream Home" lighting group, "Qinling Four Treasures" lighting group. Dreamy space and time area: "Traveling in Space" lighting set. Transportation Take Xi'an Metro Line 2, get off at Yongningmen Station, exit the subway station, walk to Yongning Gate of Xi'an City Wall, and enter the scenic area from Yongning Gate. Practical tips Pay attention to personal and property safety, and take good care of your own things. More people go from Yongning Gate. If you want to see the light show, you can go from the nearby Wenchang Gate to avoid the crowd. If you want to take photos with lanterns at night, it is recommended to turn on the flash for better photos!

The city is so big, there are always some streets and alleys worth visiting again and again! Countless stories happen in every street and alley every day, and these stories are connected together to form a chapter of the city. ✅Old Vegetable Market Creative Block The old market is a collection of bars, cafes, snacks, restaurants, boutiques, craft spaces, as well as occasional exhibitions and a black pineapple market on weekends. ✅Sun Temple Gate Street This street, which is sandwiched between the city wall and the old community, is an old place for Xi'an people to digest their food and chat after dinner. The hustle and bustle of life is a daily routine here. Enjoy the charm of the ancient city here. ✅3511 Creative Park The theme here is planned as a flower market and a fish market, and there are some interesting small shops for daily necessities around it, including independent coffee, brunch, Internet-famous snacks, traditional pastries, special restaurants, etc. ✅ Stadium East Road This street, known as Xi'an's Little Wukang Road, is overflowing with a refined urban atmosphere, and clearly displays the petty-bourgeois sentiment and quality of life of young people in every detail. ✅Xi'an Film Studio The Xi'an Film Studio does not have the bustling atmosphere of a market town, nor the hustle and bustle of a city. It is a cool artistic feeling, a retro style that does not require too many tourists to set off. ✅Yisushe Cultural District Come here to immerse yourself in the charm of Qinqiang! In one second, you can "travel through" the ice rink, old classroom, and soda shop in the memories of old Xi'an people, listen to a piece of Qinqiang and taste some delicious food! ✅Old Steel Plant Creative Block A cultural and creative place in the eastern suburbs of Xi'an, carrying the industrial memory of steel production in the 1950s and 1960s ✅Dahua 1935 As soon as you enter Dahua, you will be attracted by the gatehouse full of industrial features at the entrance. The old pipes and metal brackets all hint at its past history. ✅Cuihuali Various cultural and artistic theme activities and avant-garde urban lifestyle experience activities attract more and more young people to come here. ✅Banpo International Art District Abandoned factories, graffiti walls, retro locomotives, retro cars, brick walls decorated with tires, old jeeps, airplanes, cultural and creative products, art studios, the artistic atmosphere is overwhelming. ✅Huangcheng West Road Let's enter the world of Mario together, Super Mario Graffiti Street, sisters who like taking pictures must not miss it~ ✅Kunzhong Lane, Xincheng District Kunzhong Lane is located in a corner of the shantytown in the ancient city. There are hand-painted graffiti walls with cat patterns, a worry-free grocery store, a meow house, and a small animal feeding area...so cute ✅New Rose Station This cool neighborhood is hidden in the Jixiangcun subway station. The overall feeling is very cyber, and the sense of technology and futurism is very suitable for trendy and cool babies to check in and take photos!

Yisushe Cultural District Yisushe Cultural District ❤Recommendation reason: Travel directly back to the 80s! The underground retro block of Yisushe Cultural Block, also known as the "Dongbangge" retro block, is full of details from the 1980s and condenses Xi'an in the 1980s. Schools, cinemas, basketball courts, billiards, arcade games, photo studios, barber shops, trams, convenience stores, video stores, etc. have all been reproduced! The cultural district integrates Qinqiang art performances, museum displays, opera, and educational heritage. It can be said that its unique style fully demonstrates the charm of Xi'an! 📍Location: Xi'an Yisushe Cultural District (north of the Bell Tower) 🚉Transportation: Take Metro Line 2, Zhonglou Station, Exit D and walk for 5 minutes. 🍲Food: One-stop tasting of Xi'an's local time-honored brands, cold noodles, roujiamo, Bingfeng soda, known as the "Sanqin set meal", you must try it~ ❤As time goes by, the Yisushe Street District, which can carry the traditional culture of Xi'an, has innovatively promoted the Qinqiang culture and awakened more people's interest in the unique charm of the Sanqin land. From the perspective of life, it also brings us back to the deep memories of the old Xi'an people about Dongda Street~