Central Plain Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Xi\'an which includes a city and heritage elements
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Xi\'an showing a city
Xi\'an which includes a skyscraper, a park and landscape views
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Where to stay in Central Plain

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Xi’an City Center

Noted for its historical 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.

Xi’an City Center
Xi\'an which includes heritage elements and a city

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.

Zhonglou Shangquan
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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.

Pingyao Ancient City
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda showing heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Yanta Qu

Yanta Qu is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to explore sights like Shaanxi History Museum.

Yanta Qu
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Muslim Quarter

Historical sites and shopping are highlights of Muslim Quarter. Make a stop by Great Mosque of Xi'an or Xi'an Bell Tower and Drum Tower while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Zhonglou Station to get around town.

Muslim Quarter
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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.

Qujiang New District
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
4 out of 5
NO 16 ANBAN STREET, XIAN, Xi'an
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$74 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$74
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Yisu Grand Theater and Culture ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Great stay. Looking forward to next stay.
"Great location in the heart of city center right in back of a subway entrance. Staff are extremely friendly. Nice rooms with comfortable beds and free water and washer. Would definitely come back the next time I visit Xi'an!"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
5 out of 5
No. 50, Keji 2nd Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi
The price is AU$276 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$276
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Golden Eagle and Muta Temple Relics Park are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"Cleanses and friendly staff . Foods are very good"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown
Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown
4 out of 5
No. 36, Zhuba City, Beilin District, Xi'an, Shaanxi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Culture and Arts Hall of ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"We love the tour agent located on property who helped organise the excursions for us. The property is also located near a lot of food in walking distance."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

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Somerset Fengdong Xi'An 
Somerset Fengdong Xi'An 
5 out of 5
Building 1, Shanglin Tiandi, Fengdong New Town, Qindu District, Xianyang, Shaanxi
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Xianyang. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Weibin Park and Xianyang Shooting ...
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Citadines Yunlong Lake Xuzhou
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Building 9, No.1, Hubei Road, Quanshan District, Xuzhou, Jiangsu
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Qin Mengli Hotel
Qin Mengli Hotel
2 out of 5
Diaoyutai Street, Qindu District, Xianyang, Shaanxi Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Xianyang. Enjoy free WiFi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Weibin Park and Maya Beach Water Park are located nearby.
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Popular places to visit

Terracota Army featuring interior views and a statue or sculpture

Terracotta Army

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Marvel at the thousands of sculpted soldiers, horses and chariots keeping the first Emperor of China company in the afterlife.

Terracotta Army
Bell Tower

Xi'an Bell Tower

4.5/5(12 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a visit to Xi'an Bell Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Xi'an Bell Tower
Xi\'an City Walls which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Xi'an City Walls

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.

Xi'an City Walls
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda showing a park and a temple or place of worship

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Admire engravings and statues as you ascend the twirling staircase of this tower for a panoramic view of the city of Xi’an.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Great Mosque of Xi\'an showing religious elements and a mosque

Great Mosque of Xi'an

4.5/5(4 reviews)

See an intriguing blend of Islamic customs with traditional Chinese architecture in this religious complex of gardens and historic buildings.

Great Mosque of Xi'an
Drum Tower

Drum Tower

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Xi'an with a stop at Drum Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Drum Tower