Guanzhong Plain
Travel Guide
Visit Guanzhong Plain
Where to stay in Guanzhong 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 Ancient Folk House are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the 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.
Zhonglou Shangquan
If you're spending time in Zhonglou Shangquan, check out sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Ancient Folk House and hop on the metro to see more the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.
Muslim Quarter
Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historic sites and shopping. Make a stop by Ancient Folk House or Xi'an City Walls while you're exploring the area.
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.
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 Bell Tower.
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
"excellent"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
"Perfectly located hotel, modern and clean, water bottles provided every day, laundry facilities and very good breakfast buffet, staff very helpful and considerate"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Holiday Inn Xi'an High-tech Central by IHG
The Fairway Place, Xi'an - Marriott Executive Apartments
"Excellent hotel with spacious apartments and far from the touristic hustle and bustle. Quiet and clean in an upscale area, mainly used by Chinese travelers. If you have the Didi app and a washer/dryer in your hotel room, then this is the place to go."
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
lyf Xian Dayanta by Ascott
"Customer service is top notch"
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Somerset Fengdong Xi'an
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
From the top of one of the most impressive and historic bell towers in China admire stunning views of the historic center of Xi’an.
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.
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.
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.
Xi'an Jiaotong University
Explore the campus of Xi'an Jiaotong University during your visit to Xi'an. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
- Terracotta Army
- Xi'an Bell Tower
- Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
- Xi'an City Walls
- Great Mosque of Xi'an
- Datang Everbright City
- Drum Tower
- Xi'an Jiaotong University
- Mount Hua
- Huaqing Hot Springs
- Tomb of Qin Shi Huang
- Shaanxi History Museum
- Northwestern Polytechnical University
- Tang Paradise
- Xi'an International Studies University
- Northwest University
- Small Wild Goose Pagoda
- Chang'an University
- Xi'an Museum
- Lintong Museum
- Da Ci'en Temple
- Famen Temple
- Xi'an Qujiang Haiyang World
- Shaanxi Normal University
- Dongyue Temple of Xi'an
- TangBo Art Museum
- Xi'an Polytechnic University