Xi'an is a city with a long history and cultural heritage, and there are many scenic spots here that are worth visiting for free. So, what are the free scenic spots for a one-day tour in Xi'an? The specific scenic spots are as follows
Little Wild Goose Pagoda
The Little Wild Goose Pagoda and its ancient clock are known as the "Wild Goose Pagoda Morning Bell", one of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Guanzhong", and a popular landmark for weekend outings
Address: 76 Youyi West Road (West Gate), Beilin District, Xi'an City, No. 72 (North Gate)
Transportation: Take bus No. 610 (Tour 8), No. 21, or No. 402 in the city center and get off at Xiaoyan Pagoda Station
Datang Furong Garden
Datang Furong Garden is located on the southeast side of the Dayan Pagoda and is a national AAAAA level tourist attraction. It is China's first large-scale royal garden style cultural theme park that fully displays the style of the Tang Dynasty.
In the Tang Dynasty Furong Garden, there are many antique buildings such as Ziyun Tower, Ladies' Hall, Imperial Banquet Palace, Apricot Garden, Fanglin Garden, Fengming Jiutian Theater, Tang City, etc. It is the largest imitation of Tang royal architecture in China
Datang Furong Garden - Address: No. 99 Furong West Road, Yanta District
Datang Furong Garden - Free admission tickets, reservation required! In addition to visiting the park, there are also special performances such as "Dreaming Back to the Tang Dynasty" and "Chasing Dreams in the Tang Dynasty"
Shaanxi History Museum
Shaanxi History Museum is China's first large-scale modern national museum and one of the first batch of "AAAA" level tourist attractions. It is known as the "pearl of ancient capital and treasure trove of China". The famous collections in the Shaanxi History Museum include the Du Ling Tiger Talisman, the Empress's Jade Seal, and have also been listed on the National Treasure Platform. It is a very worthwhile attraction to visit
Address: No. 91 Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District, Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province
Ticket: The basic exhibition hall of Shaanxi History Museum is free and requires reservation
The basic exhibition hall of Shaanxi History Museum has a large collection, and it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring water.
. In addition, the Treasure Hall and Mural Hall within the Shaanxi History Museum scenic area are also worth visiting, as these two halls are chargeableShaanxi Provincial Library
Ignore the noise outside and just wander in the ocean of knowledge. When tired, this is a great place for you to relax and unwind
Address: No. 18 Chang'an North Road, Beilin District, Xi'an City
Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 from the city center to the "Sports Stadium" station (B exit) to reach
Tang Dacien Temple Site Park
Tang Dacien Temple Site Park is located on the site of Tang Dacien Temple, with beautiful scenery, unique historical value, landscape characteristics, and religious significance
Address: 17 meters away from Furong East Road, Yanta District, Xi'an City
Transportation: Take bus No. 606 from the city center to the "Big Wild Goose Pagoda South Square" station, and walk for 4 minutes to reach
World Expo Park
The World Expo Park is a national AAAA level tourist attraction with five major theme park art sites, namely Chang'an Flower Valley, Wucai Zhongnan, Silk Road Flower Rain, Overseas Grand View, and Bashang Rainbow. The "One Tower and Three Pavilions" have also been officially free~
Address: No. 1 World Expo Avenue, East Third Ring Road, Baqiao District, Xi'an City
Transportation: Take bus No. 47 from the city center to the "De Bao Men" station at the World Expo Park, and walk for 5 minutes to reach some free scenic spots in Xi'an, suitable for a day trip:
- Xi'an Museum6: located at 72 Youyi West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an City, It is an urban museum that integrates cultural relic collection, scientific research, social education, and garden leisure. Composed of three parts: the museum, the Tang Jianfu Temple ruins, and the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, it has a large collection of cultural relics with high scientific, historical, and artistic value. This can help tourists understand the development history of Xi'an, a thirteen dynasty ancient capital. It is recommended to spend 2-3 hours on the trip. The opening hours are from 08:30-18:00 on Monday, Wednesday to Sunday from 09/01-10/31; Monday, Wednesday to Sunday from 11/01-03/14 09:00-17:30; Monday, Wednesday to Sunday from 07/05-08/31 from 08:00 to 19:00; 08:30-18:00 on New Year's Day, Spring Festival, Tomb sweeping Day, Labor Day, Loong Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day (closed on Tuesdays throughout the year)
- Tang Dynasty Dacien Temple Site Park: Located at No.1, Taipingbao New 1st Row, Yanta District, Xi'an City, it is a relatively independent and themed open garden in the cultural and leisure scenic area of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. It is situated on the site of Tang Dynasty Dacien Temple and is adjacent to the temple.1. The park has a large green coverage area, with a Buddha statue in the center and a river. The environment is beautiful and suitable for wearing Hanfu to take photos and check in
- North South Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda: You can reach it from the Tang Dynasty Dacien Temple Ruins Park. The Big Wild Goose Pagoda is one of the iconic buildings in Xi'an, and the South Square offers a panoramic view of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. North Square has the largest fountain square in Asia - the Big Wild Goose Pagoda Music Fountain. The performance of the music fountain is very spectacular and worth a visit
- Datang Night City: Adjacent to the North South Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, it is a commercial pedestrian street. There are Tang Dynasty themed performances inside the block, and the viewing effect is better at night. There are also various kinds of special snacks, such as Roujiamo, Liangpi and other Xi'an delicacies
- Small Wild Goose Pagoda (part of Xi'an Museum): Located on Jianfusi Road in Beilin District, Xi'an City, it is free to enter without climbing the pagoda. Simply swipe your ID card to enter. There are few people in the scenic area, and the environment is quiet and peaceful, so you can slowly explore it
- Xi'an City Wall: Also known as the Xi'an Ming City Wall, it is the most complete ancient city wall in China, ranking second in length in the country. It is listed alongside Pingyao City Wall, Jingzhou City Wall, Xingcheng City Wall, and other four ancient city walls in China.3. Tourists can take a walk or ride bicycles on the city walls, enjoy the scenery inside and outside the walls, and feel the charm of the ancient city. There is a moat surrounding the city wall, and the scenery is pleasant
- Qujiangchi Site Park: It is an open urban ecological and cultural park that integrates historical and cultural protection, ecological gardens, landscape architecture, leisure tourism, folk customs inheritance, and art exhibition.5. There are many sculptures in the park that depict the social life of the Tang Dynasty, arranged throughout the park, creating a rich atmosphere of Tang culture
- Xingqing Park: Located at 55 Xianning West Road, Beilin District, Xi'an City, it is the largest park in Xi'an built on the site of the Tang Xingqing Palace. The design of the park not only inherits the traditional Chinese style, but also absorbs the artistic characteristics of foreign gardening. The scenery in the park is beautiful and it is a good place for citizens to relax and entertain
- Shuyuan Gate: Located in Shuyuan Gate, Beilin District, Xi'an City, this place is full of a strong cultural atmosphere, with carved stones, rice paper, inkstones everywhere, as well as men, women, and children sitting in the sunshine bowing their heads and practicing calligraphy. On both sides of the street are antique shops selling various literary treasures, calligraphy and painting works, etc<
- Xiangzimiao Street: An ancient street in Beilin District, Xi'an City, along with the nearby Defu Lane, runs through the trendy culture and nightlife of young people. Foreign cuisine and culture are also included in the green bricks beneath the feet, and surprises are hidden everywhere in the quaint streets and alleys.4
- Huancheng Park: Like a green ribbon surrounding Xi'an city, it is a great place for citizens to relax and have fun. The antique pavilions, lush trees, and rippling moat form a beautiful picture.4
- Zhang Xueliang's Mansion: Located at No. 9 Jianguo Road, Xi'an, the mansion of General Zhang Xueliang, a former Northeast Army general5. After the Xi'an Incident on December 12, 1936, the delegation of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China established a strategy with Generals Zhang and Yang to peacefully resolve the Xi'an Incident. After liberation, it was built as a memorial hall for people to visit and explore