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Xi'an: Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Tour with Guide

By Xi’an Heritage Trails
Free cancellation available
Price is £7 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Iconic Giant Wild Goose Pagoda & Da Ci’en Temple, rich in Tang Buddhist history.
  • Asia-famous musical fountain with amazing water & light shows.
  • Guide takes you to top photo spots and tells local stories.

Activity location

    • Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shan Xi Sheng, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 中国陕西省西安市雁塔区大雁塔 邮政编码: 710064 | You can start your tour of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda from several locations. We will contact you promptly after your order is placed to discuss specific details and confirm the meeting point.
    • Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China

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Valid for 3 Hours, Da ci’en Temple Ticket (GiantWildGoosePagoda is located in) in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is situated within Daci’en Temple. we will purchase the Daci’en Temple ticket for you so you can enter quickly by scanning the code.
If you want to climb the pagoda, you need to buy an additional climbing ticket on site.

Price details
£7.37 x 1 Adult£7.37
Total
Price is £7.37

Valid for 3 Hours, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda in-depth Tour with Local Guide in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is situated within Daci’en Temple. Entrance to the temple requires a ticket, which we will purchase for you so you can enter quickly by scanning the code.
Local guide are able to communicate in simple English.

Price details
£44.60 x 1 Adult£44.60
Total
Price is £44.60

Valid for 3 Hours, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda in-depth Tour & English Guide in Multilingual

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is situated within Daci’en Temple. we will purchase the Daci’en Temple ticket for you so you can enter quickly by scanning the code.
English Guide :a professional English tour guide specialising in the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

Price details
£66.94 x 1 Adult£66.94
Total
Price is £66.94

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    1. Da Ci’en Temple Entry ticket
  • Inclusions
    2. (optional)Local companion / Local guide: Can speak fluent Chinese and communicate in basic English and will take you around and lead you to the best photo locations.
  • Inclusions
    3. (optional) Professional English Guide(optional): with in-depth knowledge of the scenic area.
  • Exclusions
    The ticket for climbing the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda **must be purchased on site** at 25 RMB per person.
  • Exclusions
    Payment methods include cash, WeChat Pay and Alipay.

What you can expect

  • Welcome to the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (Dayan Pagoda) complex, one of Xi'an's most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. This serene area combines ancient Buddhist history, grand imperial architecture, and spectacular modern performances.
    This pagoda is ideal for photography. Our guided tour will take you around and lead you to the best photo locations.

    1. Da Ci'en Temple (大慈恩寺)
      Founded: 648 AD (Tang Dynasty) by Emperor Gaozong, in memory of his mother.
      Famous for: It was the home of Master Xuanzang, the legendary monk who travelled to India and brought back Buddhist scriptures. He translated over 1,300 scrolls here, making this temple the cradle of Chinese Buddhist doctrine.
    2. Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (大雁塔)
      Built: 652 AD under the supervision of Master Xuanzang to house the sacred scriptures, statues, and relics he brought back from India.
      Architecture: A magnificent 7-story pagoda (64m tall) in classic Tang Dynasty style. It's a UNESCO-listed Silk Road heritage site.
      Climb to the top: For panoramic views of modern Xi'an.
    3. North Square & The Musical Fountain (雁塔广场 & 音乐喷泉)
      Largest in Asia: The Big Wild Goose Pagoda Musical Fountain is one of the largest matrix fountain systems in Asia, covering 20,000 m².
      Spectacular Show: Features 22 dynamic water patterns (including a 60m-high water column), synchronised with music, lights, and even laser water screens.
      Best Time: Evening shows (after dark) are truly magical, with the ancient pagoda glowing in the background.
      Why Visit?
      This is where 1,300 years of history meets cutting-edge technology. It's a perfect place to understand Xi'an's soul—where the glory of the Tang Dynasty shines brightly every night.

    Admission & Fees

    1. Da Ci’en Temple (大慈恩寺)
      Adult: $5
      After placing your order, we will provide you with an electronic ticket, which you can use for direct entry.
    2. Giant Wild Goose Pagoda (登大雁塔)
      ¥25 (separate ticket, bought inside the temple)
      Not included in temple admission
      Closed for maintenance on Mondays (except holidays)
    3. Yanta Square & Musical Fountain (雁塔广场 + 音乐喷泉)
      FREE to enter and watch
      Show times :
      Weekdays: 12:00, 16:00, 19:00, 21:00
      Weekends / Holidays: extra shows (14:00, etc.)
      Tuesdays: no 12:00 / 16:00 shows (maintenance)

Location

Activity location

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    • Xi'an
    • Xi'an, Shan Xi Sheng, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 中国陕西省西安市雁塔区大雁塔 邮政编码: 710064 | You can start your tour of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda from several locations. We will contact you promptly after your order is placed to discuss specific details and confirm the meeting point.
    • Xi An Shi, Shan Xi Sheng, China