The 4 Best Walking Tours in Xi'an, Side by Side

1.Xi’an Muslim Quarter Night Market Foodie Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 22 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $66Our pick

Spend 2.5 to 3 hours eating through Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter with a private English-speaking guide. Try roujiamo, biang biang noodles, dumplings, and more, then visit the Great Mosque or Gaojia Courtyard. Food and entry tickets cost extra, and hotel pickup is optional.

“Our guide! Noble was fun. He gave us great experience. He was very knowledgeable about the city and the history. We had a wonderful beyond biang biang meal and yummy ice cream. He helped us buy tea, jade, and got us a tuktuk ride back to our hotel. It was an overall wonderful evening.”

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2.3-Hour Xi’an Muslim Street Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $122Top rated

Join a private English-speaking guide, including Kelly on some departures, for three hours of Xi’an food and city sights. Sample lamb and pita soup, kebabs, dumplings, liangpi, sticky rice cake, and sour plum drink around Muslim Street. Transport, bottled water, hotel pickup, and food are included.

“I would have never guessed that such a vibrant ethnic market existed in Xian, much less have had the ability to explore it successfully without the help of our local guide. She was able to take us through a plethora of back alleys and introduce us to the most local food one could ask for on holiday.”

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3.Terracotta Army Museum Walking Tour with Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $26Best value

Explore the Terracotta Army Museum in Xi’an on a two-hour small-group or private tour. An English-speaking guide such as Henry explains the Qin Dynasty, warrior types, bronze chariots, weapons, and the site’s discovery. Choose a guided visit at the museum or add private transport from your hotel, airport, or railway station.

“Our guide Henry was nice and friendly and very prepared. Entering the site without a guide is a bit of a problem if you want to know the story of the discovery because there are no descriptions. It’s interesting listening to the ancient history of the site and the description of every type of warriors. He was very kind and provided us with fresh water every now and then. In the middle of the summer with thousands of tourists, he was able to find the good spots to see. Good price, perfect experience. Very recommended”

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4.Private Big Wild Goose Pagoda Buddhism Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12 reviews · 3.5 - 4.5 hours · from $54

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bell Tower Hotel Xi’an, then ride the subway like a local or choose a private car transfer. Walk through the North Square fountain area into Da Ci’en Temple, learn about Xuan Zang and Tang Dynasty Buddhism, and decide if you want to pay extra to climb the pagoda. Guides have included Nobel Liu, Kai, and Sam.

“the group tour end up being a private tour cause I was the only partecipant. the tour guide, Nobel Liu, is a passionate man who love talking about his city and stories of the different myths that are spread in China's history. I couldn't have a better experience. After the tour he also offered to give me some advice about food and places I hadn't seen yet.”

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