- DEC - FEB8°-4°
- MAR - MAY26°3°
- JUN - AUG31°19°
- SEP - NOV25°3°
Top things to do in Xi'an
Transport in Xi'an
Hotels in Xi'an
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Xi'an at a glance
Quick facts about Xi'an
Local weather
℉℃Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1PHP = 0.11CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Spring; great for hiking
SEP - OCT
Autumn, pleasant weather
SEP
Xian Art Festival of Ancient Culture
Recommended trip duration
3 days
What to know before visiting Xi'an
Xi'an at a glance for visitors
Xi'an draws bookings mainly for Tours, Historical sites and Attraction passes, with Events & shows and Cultural experiences also popular. The city's demand rhythm on Klook peaks in December and is quietest in August, shaping when attractions are busiest across the year. Klook booking data shows tours tend to be a steady draw year-round while historical sites spike around busier months. Choose whether you want bustling festival atmosphere or calmer sightseeing — decide between peak-season atmosphere or quieter visits — according to Klook booking data.
Best months to visit Xi'an
December is the busiest month on Klook, while August is the quietest; that contrast matters because prices and demand do not always move together. Median prices rise through spring and peak in April, then remain higher into early summer before easing: the monthly median on Klook reached USD 47 in April and fell to around USD 27 in July. For lower prices and smaller crowds, opt for July or August; for peak-season atmosphere choose December or November, per Klook booking data.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Busier than usual | USD 39 |
| February | Quieter than usual | USD 41 |
| March | Quieter than usual | USD 43 |
| April | Busier than usual | USD 47 |
| May | Busier than usual | USD 46 |
| June | About average | USD 45 |
| July | About average | USD 27 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 31 |
| September | Quieter than usual | USD 37 |
| October | About average | USD 31 |
| November | Busier than usual | USD 33 |
| December | Busier than usual | USD 41 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Where to stay in Xi'an
Klook booking data shows district nightly rates range widely: Lianhu is the most affordable with a typical nightly rate around USD 42, while Lintong sits at the priciest end with a typical nightly rate around USD 319, a gap of roughly 87%. Lower-cost districts tend to suit travellers prioritising budget and basic conveniences, whereas pricier districts suit those seeking a more upscale stay and amenities. Use this range on Klook to match your accommodation choice to the experience you want and budget you have.
Tips for travellers planning ahead
Most travellers on Klook book about 13 days ahead, and the earliest planners book roughly 30 days out, so treat Xi'an as a short-term planning trip rather than last-minute only. Because peak months such as December and April are busier, lock in popular tours earlier in those periods. Klook booking data shows many options remain available with some flexibility, but booking a couple of weeks ahead gives more choice. Use Klook to compare typical prices and secure experiences once your dates are set.
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Top Activities and Tours
- 1 Xi'an Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum Ticket
- 2 Shaanxi History Museum Xi'an Admission Ticket
- 3 Tang Paradise Ticket
- 4 Terracotta Warriors, Lishan Garden, and Huaqing Palace Day Tour in Xi'an
- 5 Grand Tang Mall
- 6 Xi'an Terracotta Warriors Half-Day Tour (with Guide)
- 7 Full-Day Historical and Cultural Tour of Shaanxi History Museum
- 8 Xi'an City to Qinling Giant Panda Research Center (Meet Qi Zai, the Brown Panda) Round Trip Private Car Day Tour
- 9 Xi'an Tang Furong Garden Tickets
- 10 Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Guided or Transfer Service
- 11 Xi'an City That Never Sleeps Photography Experience (Costume Rental + Optional Photo Shoot)
- 12 Xi'an Imperial Tang Dynasty Banquet Single Meal Experience
- 13 Xi'an Popular Attractions Private Charter
- 14 Xi'an Beilin Museum Ticket
- 15 Xi'an Chang'an Imperial Feast: Immersive Experience of a Palace Banquet
- 16 Half-day tour of Shaanxi History Museum (can be combined with featured performances)
- 17 Shaanxi Xi'an Museum/Small Wild Goose Pagoda Ticket + Guide (Professional Chinese Guide + Ancient Building Exploration + Tang Dynasty Culture In-depth Tour)
- 18 Xi'an Chang'an Preface Banquet · Immersive Palace Performance Dinner Show
- 19 Private Day Tour to Tang Paradise & Shaanxi History Museum & Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
- 20 Xi'an Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and City Wall One-Day Tour
