Guanzhong Plain
Travel Guide
Visit Guanzhong Plain
Where to stay in Guanzhong Plain
Xi’an City Center
Noted for its historic 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
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Yanta Qu. Shaanxi History Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to see more of the city.
Zhonglou Shangquan
If you're spending time in Zhonglou Shangquan, check out sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Yisu Grand Theater and hop on the metro to see more the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.
Muslim Quarter
Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historic 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 travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Beilin Museum.
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
Clean room, good location
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
Just simply the best.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
Holiday Inn Xi'an High-tech Central by IHG
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 Mar 9, 2026
lyf Xian Dayanta by Ascott
Customer service is top notch
Reviewed on Nov 6, 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 trip 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.
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 City Walls
Relish the Chinese style of the elegant moat, towers and historic walls of one of the world’s largest military defence systems.
Xi'an Jiaotong University
Explore the campus of Xi'an Jiaotong University during your visit to Xi'an. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
