First Day in Xi’an? See the City, Taste the Food & Live Like a Local in 3 Hours
- 3 hours
- English
Description
Our tip: Do this tour on your FIRST DAY in Xi’an. You’ll see the highlights, try some local food, figure out the city, and leave with plenty of ideas for what to do next. Basically, consider it your Xi’an orientation — just much more fun.
See the best of Xi’an, eat like a local, and experience the city beyond the tourist checklist — with a metro ride in between.
Only have a few hours in Xi’an? Perfect.
We’ll pack a lot into these 3 hours — iconic sights, local food, ancient history, and a little taste of everyday life in Xi’an.
But don’t worry — there’s no running.
This is a high-energy introduction to Xi’an, combining the city’s must-see landmarks with food, local life, public transport, and a few tips for what to do after the tour.
What we’ll do
Muslim Quarter — Taste Xi’an
We’ll explore the famous Muslim Quarter and try some local food along the way. I’ll help you understand what you’re eating, how locals eat it, and which foods are actually worth trying.
Bell & Drum Towers — The heart of old Xi’an
We’ll walk through the historic center and see Xi’an’s iconic Bell Tower and Drum Tower — two landmarks you really shouldn’t miss.
City Wall — Walk through history
Next, we’ll head to the ancient City Wall. Take in the huge scale of old Xi’an and see how the ancient city meets modern life.
Metro — Travel like a local
Then comes the fun part: we’ll take the metro from the City Wall to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda.
No private car. No tour bus. Just us, the locals, and a very normal Xi’an commute.
Big Wild Goose Pagoda — Finish with a classic
We’ll end at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, one of Xi’an’s most famous landmarks. Watch the music fountain light up the night and experience a little taste of the Chinese vibe.
And before we say goodbye, I’ll also give you some local recommendations for bars, food and places to explore after the tour.
In 3 hours, you’ll get…
✓ Xi’an’s most famous landmarks
✓ Local food
✓ Ancient history
✓ Modern city life
✓ A ride on the Xi’an metro
✓ Local tips for the rest of your stay
✓ And hopefully a slightly better understanding of why people love this city
Three hours. Four major stops. One very Xi’an experience.
Come with comfortable shoes.
We have places to go.
Guide: Juliette
Guiding since 2025Hi there, I’m your local trilingual nightlife explorer in Xi’an!
My name is Juliette. I was born and raised in Xi’an, and after university, I went to Germany and lived there for five years. I speak Chinese, English, and German, and I love talking with people from all over the world.
I’m a super curious and open-minded person. I love food, culture, and good conversations. If you enjoy walking around, trying tasty snacks, and laughing a lot — we’ll get along just fine!
I’ve been lucky to travel to many countries. I saw the northern lights in Iceland, explored little streets in Italy and France, relaxed on beaches in Spain, and took a lot of trains in Switzerland. I also visited Budapest in Hungary, went skiing in Austria, saw beautiful tulips in the Netherlands, and enjoyed the sunshine and ocean in Greece and Croatia.
Now I’m back in Xi’an, and I want to show you my city — the real local side, not just the touristy stuff. We’ll walk through night markets, try some amazing street food, maybe grab a beer or a cocktail, and just enjoy the energy of Xi’an at night.
Come join me — let’s make some fun memories together!
First Day in Xi’an? See the City, Taste the Food & Live Like a Local in 3 Hours
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