Guanzhong Plain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Guanzhong Plain
Where to stay in Guanzhong Plain
Xi’an City Center
Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Xi’an City Center. Top attractions like Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate) and Xi'an Bell Tower are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.
Yanta Qu
Yanta Qu is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to explore sights like Shaanxi History Museum.
Zhonglou Shangquan
While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Yisu Grand Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.
Muslim Quarter
Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Xi'an City Walls or Ancient Folk House while you're exploring the area.
Beilin
Beilin is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Xi'an Wall Yongningmen (North Gate).
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.
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
Great location a lot of shopping great service will recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
Just simply the best.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Lavande Hotel (Xi'an Bell Tower Muslim street subway station)
Nice comfortable room nice staff.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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 9 Mar 2026
lyf Xian Dayanta by Ascott
Customer service is top notch
Reviewed on 6 Nov 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
You can browse the exhibits at Xi'an Bell Tower, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Xi'an. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
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
Enjoy the student vibe at Xi'an Jiaotong University during your stay in Xi'an. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
