A Thousand Years in One Glance: Immersive Journey Through the Flourishing Tang Dynasty Night! The Most Complete Xi'an Travel Guide
by Matrix~Reed
Oct 26, 2025
Millennia-old, be a Chang'an guest today! 🏮
Xi'an, a 3,100-year-old ancient capital, perfectly blends the glory of 13 dynasties with modern internet celebrity vibes.
This guide unlocks the high-energy ways to explore Chang'an city.
Come quickly to get the ultimate charm of the Carbon Water City! 🎉
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🏛️【Top 5 Must-Visit Attractions】Time tunnel takes you through history! 🚀
1⃣️ Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor
📍Address: Qinling North Road, Lintong District
🕒 Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
💰 Ticket: 120 RMB
✨ Highlights:
- 8,000 "living" Terracotta Warriors waiting for your inspection
- AR interaction unlocks the "Awakening Legion"
Standing in front of Pit No. 1, I almost hear the neighing of the Qin cavalry ⚔️
2⃣️ Xi'an City Wall (Yongning Gate Entrance)
📍Address: No. 2 South Street, Beilin District
🕒 Hours: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
💰 Ticket: 54 RMB
✨ Must-try:
- Sunset cycling on 13.74 km of blue bricks 🚴♀️
- Stunning nighttime light show that takes your breath away
Every snap is a masterpiece 📸
3⃣️ Big Wild Goose Pagoda + Tang Paradise Night City
📍Address: Ci'en Road, Yanta District
🕒 Hours: Free all day
✨ Latest experiences:
- Climb the pagoda for a panoramic view of Xi'an
- Walk the starry avenue under a thousand Tang poetry lanterns
- Brand new holographic projection show recreating the "Rainbow Skirt and Feathered Coat Dance" 💃
4⃣️ Huaqing Palace + "The Song of Everlasting Sorrow"
📍Address: No. 38 Huaqing Road, Lintong District
🕒 Hours: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
✨ Highlights:
- 300 actors performing live on Lishan Mountain
- The stage lighting and effects are absolutely stunning
5⃣️ Shaanxi History Museum
📍Address: No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road
🕒 Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
💰 Free with reservation
✨ Must-see:
- 370,000 national treasure-level artifacts
- Shang and Zhou dynasty bronzes that are breathtakingly beautiful 😭
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🌟【Immersive Experience】Fulfill your Tang Dynasty princess dream! 👸
· Hanfu makeup and styling 💄
Recommended: "The Longest Day in Chang'an" themed costume change
💰 100-200 RMB/set including hairstyle and makeup
· Night tour upgrade 🌃
- Terracotta Warriors night digital exhibition
- Starry sky concert under the city wall 🎵
· Intangible cultural heritage handcrafts ✋
Paper making and Tang Sancai pottery experience at Yongxingfang are super fun
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🍜【Food Bomb】Carb explosion happiness guide 💣
🔥 Must-eat trio:
1. Lao Sun’s Lamb Paomo (torn by yourself, so fragrant!)
2. Wei’s Cold Noodles (sour, spicy, and refreshing, forever the best)
3. Huanggui Persimmon Cake (sweet, glutinous, and not greasy)
🌶️ Specialty snacks:
- Crispy outside, tender inside Gourd Chicken
- Biangbiang noodles with perfect chewiness
- Jia San’s soup dumplings bursting with juice 💥
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💡【Super Practical Tips】
✅ Outfit advice:
Sun-protective clothing and flat shoes during the day
Hanfu for photos at night is absolutely perfect
✅ Best time to visit:
Spring and autumn, March-May / September-October
For summer cooling, go camping in Qinling Mountains ⛺️
✅ Transportation tips:
Subway is super convenient!
Search "Xi'an Metro Card" on Alipay
⏳ Itinerary suggestions:
3 days to explore the city
5 days to unlock Huashan + Terracotta Warriors
Come and write your Chang'an story! ✍️
Post by Matrix~Reed | Oct 26, 2025












