Central Plain
Where to stay in Central Plain
Xi’an City Center
Noted for its historic sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Xi’an City Center. Top attractions like Xi'an Bell Tower and Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Pingyao Ancient City
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Pingyao Ancient City. You might want to make time for a stop at Pingyao Confucian Temple or Pingyao Ancient City.
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.
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 Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate).
Shizhong
You'll enjoy the mountain views and lake views in Shizhong. You might want to make time for a stop at Baotu Spring or Shandong Stadium.
Zhonglou Shangquan
While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower and jump on the metro at Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
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Popular places to visit
Terracotta Army
Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.
Xi'an Bell Tower
You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a stop at Xi'an Bell Tower. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Admire engravings and statues as you ascend the twirling staircase of this tower for a panoramic view of the city of Xi’an.
Jiuzhai Valley National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Jiuzhai Valley National Park, a lovely green space in Jiuzhaigou County. Wander the forest and gardens while you're in the 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.