Xi’an City Center

Xi'an

A traditional Chinese pagoda with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by modern buildings and busy streets with pedestrians and vehicles.
A traditional multi-story building with ornate roofs and colorful decorations.
A traditional red Chinese pavilion with intricate carvings and a blue sign.
Multiple wooden bowls filled with red dates and almonds at a market.
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A busy urban street with a traditional building in the center.

Xi'an Bell Tower

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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.
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Where to stay in Xi’an City Center

Find the best Xi’an City Center areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional multi-tiered building with illuminated red and gold details, a bridge, and a large archway.
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Zhonglou Shangquan

If you're spending time in Zhonglou Shangquan, check out sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate) and hop on the metro to see more the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.

A busy urban street with a traditional building in the 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.

A traditional Chinese building with ornate decorations, red lanterns, and stone lion statues.

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.

A night scene with a water fountain display and a pagoda in the background.
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Open Photo by Natalie Robinson

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.

A traditional gate with Chinese characters, a red banner, and stone lion statues.

Qujiang New District

Discover Qujiang New District, memorable for its gardens. Popular attractions in Qujiang New District include Tang Paradise and Datang Everbright City, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Huizhan Zhongxin Station.

Xi’an City Center