- 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
1USD = 6.67CNY
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
Flight time
6 hours
When departing from Singapore
What to know before visiting Xi'an
What to do in Xi'an throughout the year
Xi'an's busiest bookings are for Tours, followed by Historical sites, Attraction passes and Events & shows, so the city suits travellers who want guided exploration, heritage visits and curated experiences. Klook booking data shows demand peaks in December and also in April and November, while August and September are much quieter. Cultural experiences and hands-on activities add variety across the year. For Singapore travellers deciding when to visit, pick between lively, peak-month atmosphere and quieter, lower-demand months — that choice shapes whether you join crowds at major sites or enjoy a more relaxed pace (based on Klook booking data).
Best months to visit and typical prices
December is the strongest month for demand and August is the quietest, according to Klook booking data, so December suits visitors after the peak-season atmosphere while August suits those seeking far fewer crowds. Prices across the year fluctuate: Klook's median prices hit their highest in June and are lowest in November, and some busy months like December combine higher demand with only moderate price rises. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, consider November or the quieter late-summer months; if you want peak energy and events, aim for December or April.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Busier than usual | SGD 55 |
| February | Very quiet | SGD 76 |
| March | Quieter than usual | SGD 71 |
| April | Peak demand | SGD 60 |
| May | About average | SGD 54 |
| June | Busier than usual | SGD 78 |
| July | About average | SGD 67 |
| August | Very quiet | SGD 64 |
| September | Very quiet | SGD 55 |
| October | Quieter than usual | SGD 63 |
| November | Peak demand | SGD 53 |
| December | Peak demand | SGD 58 |
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 by nightly price range
Klook booking data shows Lianhu is the most affordable district with a typical nightly rate around SGD 54, while Lintong is the priciest with a typical nightly rate around SGD 410; the gap between them is roughly 87%. Cheaper districts like Lianhu tend to suit budget-conscious travellers and those prioritising longer stays or more flexible itineraries. Higher-priced districts such as Lintong suit travellers seeking higher-end hotels and a more premium stay experience. Use these typical rates from Klook booking data to choose the balance of price and comfort that fits your trip.
Tips for travellers from Singapore
Singapore travellers typically book about two weeks ahead, while the earliest planners book roughly a month out, according to Klook booking data. That means you can often stay flexible and secure many experiences a few days before travel, but in December and April (the peak months) it pays to plan earlier. Book popular tours and ticketed experiences on Klook once your dates are set to avoid missing peak-time slots, and check median prices to pick months that match your budget and crowd tolerance. These tips are based on Klook booking data and help you lock in the trip you want.
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Top Activities and Tours
- 1 Shaanxi History Museum Xi'an Admission Ticket
- 2 Xi'an Terracotta Warriors Half-Day Tour (with Guide)
- 3 Terracotta Warriors, Lishan Garden, and Huaqing Palace Day Tour in Xi'an
- 4 Tang Paradise Ticket
- 5 Tickets for Shaanxi Xi'an Archaeological Museum + Guide
- 6 Daci'en Temple (Big Wild Goose Pagoda) Ticket
- 7 Grand Tang Mall
- 8 Xi'an Qinling Panda Private Full-Day Tour
- 9 Xi'an Terracotta Warriors and Horses Private Half-Day Tour
- 10 "The Empress of Tang Dynasty" Large-scale Tang Palace Music and Dance/Dumpling Banquet
- 11 Xi'an Qin Shi Huang Mausoleum Terracotta Warriors Ticket + Audio Guide
- 12 Half-day tour of Shaanxi History Museum (can be combined with featured performances)
- 13 Full-Day Historical and Cultural Tour of Shaanxi History Museum
- 14 4-day Xian classic scenic spots tour (excluding Huashan)
- 15 Xi'an Imperial Tang Dynasty Banquet Single Meal Experience
- 16 3-day tour of Huaqing Pool, Terracotta Army, and Grand Tang Dynasty Ever Bright City in Xi'an
- 17 Xi'an City to Qinling Giant Panda Research Center (Meet Qi Zai, the Brown Panda) Round Trip Private Car Day Tour
- 18 Xi'an One-Day Private Customized Tour: Terracotta Army + 2 City Attractions
- 19 6-day Xi'an group tour from Shaanxi
- 20 Xi'an Chang'an Imperial Feast: Immersive Experience of a Palace Banquet
Popular Hotels and Places to Stay
- 1 Xi'an Eastern House Boutique Hotel
- 2 Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
- 3 Four Points By Sheraton Xi'An Bell Tower
- 4 HUAQING PALACE RESORT & SPA
- 5 Hilton Xian
- 6 Holiday Inn Express Xi'An Bell Tower by IHG
- 7 The Westin Xian
- 8 Moxy Xi'an Downtown
- 9 Garrya Xian Lintong
- 10 JW Marriott Hotel Xi'an
- 11 Meihao Lizhi Hotel (Xi'an Lintong Huaqingchi Subway Station Branch)
- 12 Four Points By Sheraton Xi’An High-Tech Zone
- 13 Holiday Inn Express Xi'an High-tech South by IHG
- 14 Xi'an Bell Tower South Gate Manxin Hotel
- 15 Crowne Plaza Xi'an Weiyang by IHG
- 16 Hyatt Centric Gaoxin Xi'an
- 17 The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
- 18 InterContinental Xi'an Hi-Tech Zone by IHG
- 19 Holiday Inn Express Xi'An Ancient Town West by IHG
- 20 Wyndham Grand Xian South
