• Two Days Xi’an Museum Tour

    Two Days Xi’an Museum Tour

    As a famous ancient city, Xi’an is more famous for its culture and history. For people who really love history, Xi’an is the right place since there are plenty of famous museums to go. This tour will be the ticket for the most professional or amateur visitors to see and to know as much history…

  • 3-Day Xian Tour Without Hotel from Beijing by Flight

    3-Day Xian Tour Without Hotel from Beijing by Flight

    The 3 days Beijing Xian tour combo package covers all highlight cultural relics in Xian: Terracotta Warriors and Horses, City Wall, Xian Museum, Muslim Street, Big Wild Goose Pagoda. And the extended trip to Mt. Huashan will add some exciting memory to your Xian tour.

  • Half-Day All-Inclusive Xi’an Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum Private Tour

    Half-Day All-Inclusive Xi’an Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum Private Tour

    Explore the Terracotta Warriors of the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor in Xi’an. Discover the magnificent unearthed army at the location of the first Chinese capital and seat of the Emperor of 10 dynasties.You will be picked up and dropped off from your Xi’an hotel.Highlights:1.Visit the magnificent Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor.2.See the…

  • Xi’an Private Full-Day Tour with Terracotta Warriors

    Xi’an Private Full-Day Tour with Terracotta Warriors

    If you travel in other big cities in China yet want to experience the amazing history of Xi’an, this private day tour to Xi’an Terracotta Warriors and City Wall would be a perfect choice for you! You will visit the famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the ancient and well-preserved City Wall, and Small Wild…

  • Zhengzhou Private Trip to Xi’an Terracotta Warriors & City Wall by Bullet Train

    Zhengzhou Private Trip to Xi’an Terracotta Warriors & City Wall by Bullet Train

    This convenient day trip delivers you by bullet train from Zhengzhou to Xi’an for a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Terracotta Warriors and climb Xi’an’s remarkably preserved ancient city walls. If you have extra time, stroll around the Muslim Street to experience the local life and try their tasty snacks before take the bullet train…

  • All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Shenzhen with Hotel

    All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Shenzhen with Hotel

    Explore highlights of stunning Xi’an in just two days on this trip from Shenzhen by plane. You’ll fly to Xi’an and be greeted by a professional guide who will help you design the perfect itinerary for 2 days, see Xi’an highlights from Terracotta Warriors to City Wall to temples and markets. Travel at your own…

  • Xian Discovery: Terracotta Warriors, City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda

    Xian Discovery: Terracotta Warriors, City Wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda

    Discover ancient Xi’an highlights with a local expert tour guide, witness the vivid life-size soldiers and horses as well as the ancient army of Qin Shi Huang’s empire, explore the most complete city wall in exist, and visit the solemn ancient pagoda holding the old Buddhist relics and classics. This essential tour covers three top…

  • 12-Day Silk Road Tours from Xi’an

    12-Day Silk Road Tours from Xi’an

    Visit highlights of silk road including the Xi’an,Dunhuang,Turpan,Urumqi,and Kashgar with this 12 days private tour from Xi’an.You will be picked up from Xi’an hotel/airport/train station and dropped off at Kashgar.

  • 2-Day Xian Private Tour of Terracotta Warriors and Hanyangling

    2-Day Xian Private Tour of Terracotta Warriors and Hanyangling

    Spend two days with a local insider to discover Chinese ancient civilization in Xi’an, visit the must-see top attractions of this ancient capital city, and enjoy private travel service by excellent English-speaking tour guide and comfortable transportation exclusively.

  • 2-Day Classic Xi’an Tour Combo Package: Terracotta Warriors and Downtown Sightseeing

    2-Day Classic Xi’an Tour Combo Package: Terracotta Warriors and Downtown Sightseeing

    This 2-day Xi’an tour covers the most popular attractions of Xian. You will be accompanied by an experienced local guide who will show you the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, the unique Chinese styled Great Mosque, the largest and best preserved defense system, Xian Ancient City Wall, the Bell and Drum Tower square, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda.…

  • 2-Day Private Tour: Terracotta Warriors and Huashan Mountain

    2-Day Private Tour: Terracotta Warriors and Huashan Mountain

    This 2 days tour covers the historical visiting of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and adventurous outdoor activity of Mountain Huashan exploration, spend time with a knowledgeable local guide to discover the history of this ancient capital city and enjoy the beautiful scenery at holy Mount. Huashan.

  • 3-Day Unlimited Private Trip to Xi’an and Hangzhou with Airfares Option

    3-Day Unlimited Private Trip to Xi’an and Hangzhou with Airfares Option

    Discover the fascinating Xi’an city and the beautiful Hangzhou during this 3-day private tour. Enjoy the amazing sightseeing of the top attractions in each city. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, West Lake, and Leifeng Pagoda, and sample Dragon Well (Longjing) tea at a tea plantation. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private…

  • 1 Day Xian Group Tour: Terracotta Warriors & City Wall

    1 Day Xian Group Tour: Terracotta Warriors & City Wall

    During this Xian group tour, you will see remnants from the Qin Dynasty at the Terracotta Army which is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of QinShiHuang, the first Emperor of China. The program also includes Xian City Wall is the world’s largest and best-preserved ancient fortress dating from the Ming Dynasty for…

  • Best Picked: Half Day Terracotta Warriors Private Tour

    Best Picked: Half Day Terracotta Warriors Private Tour

    With multi departure point and time available, choose your preferred one and take a quick tour of the must-see sight in ancient capital Xi’an, follow a knowledgeable guide to visit the top attraction of Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, discover one of the world cultural heritages listed by UNESCO.

  • Xian Private Tour: Terracotta Warriors, Great Mosque with Qin Theme Restaurant

    Xian Private Tour: Terracotta Warriors, Great Mosque with Qin Theme Restaurant

    Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your Xian hotel, and then transfer you to the Lintong district of Xian where Terracotta Warriors were discovered. After about 3-hour visit accompanied by your private guide, you will have a lunch at Qin culture restaurant. Transfer you back to Xian downtown and visit Great Mosque…

  • 2-Day Xi’an Essential Private Tour

    2-Day Xi’an Essential Private Tour

    Visit the most renowned attractions on this two days Xi’an essential private tour, see the famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum of Qin Dynasty, discover history of over a million years from prehistoric times at Shaanxi History Museum, walk along the City Wall, visit the thousand-year old Big Wild Goose Pagoda.

  • 8-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing

    8-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing

    Visit highlights of China including the Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing with this private 8 days tour from Shanghai.You will be picked up from Your Shanghai hotel and dropped off at Beijing.

  • Private Day tour of Xi’an From Shanghai Including Transfer Service

    Private Day tour of Xi’an From Shanghai Including Transfer Service

    Experiencing the amazing attractions of The Terra-Cotta Warriors and Horses and Xi’an City Wall within one day from Shanghai. Start with morning trip to the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, which is the most impressive and significant highlights which can be dated back to more than 2000 years ago, After authentic lunch at local…

  • Discover the Underground Palaces of Qin and Han Dynasties in Xian

    Discover the Underground Palaces of Qin and Han Dynasties in Xian

    Xian was the ancient capital city of both Qin Dynasty (221 BC-206 BC) and Han Dynasty (206 BC-220) of ancient China. Among the great number of historical relics of Xi’an, the Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum and Han Yangling Museum are the most outstanding heritages. This private tour offers you the chance to discover…

  • 11-Day Private Tour to Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    11-Day Private Tour to Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    Visit highlights of China including the Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing with this private 11 days tour from Chengdu.You will be picked up from Your Chengdu hotel and dropped off at Beijing.

  • One Day Private Trip to Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace

    One Day Private Trip to Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace

    This day trip will lead you to the east side of Xian and visit two important historical sites, which coincidentally adjacent to each other, Terracotta Army and Huaqing Palace. The local guide will accompany you to admired the most significant excavation in 90s and see the great formation of the Terracotta Army, from which you…

  • 2-Day Private Xian Heritage Tour from Beijing by Bullet Train with 5 Star Hotel

    2-Day Private Xian Heritage Tour from Beijing by Bullet Train with 5 Star Hotel

    This magnificent private 2-day tour in Xi’an from Beijing offers splendid and historic views, See two terracotta armies, one crafted for Qin Shi Huang, the second for a Han emperor. Walk on Xian City Wall, tour the Muslim Quarter, admire Big Wild Goose Pagoda, exploring the ancient city of Xi’an accompanied by a knowledgeable private…

  • Half Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Farmers’ Cave

    Half Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Farmers’ Cave

    This trip is specially designed for people who doesn’t want to stuff their day tour too full. Start at a early hour will spare you the trouble of being squeezed by the crowds and reward you some quality time to enjoy the sight. After visiting the Terracotta Army, you will head for a local farmer’s…

  • Xian Highlights Group Day Tour

    Xian Highlights Group Day Tour

    Discover the vivid life size soldiers and horses as well as the ancient army of Qin Shi Huang’s empire, visit the three pits and get detailed explanation of Terracotta Warriors & Horses Museum, explore the typical Neolithic matriarchal community of the Yangshao culture at Banpo Museum, follow a local expert guide to experience the highlights…

  • Xi’an In One Day from Shanghai With Round-Trip Flights

    Xi’an In One Day from Shanghai With Round-Trip Flights

    Take the round-trip flights from Shanghai and spend one day to explore the highlights in Xi’an, this private tour is perfectly customized for those on a tight schedule, you will not need to change hotel reservation or pack suitcases. Enjoy one day private travel service in Xi’an with professional guide, visit the top attractions and…


A huge statue of the emperor now guards the entrance to the Terracotta Warriors Museum, where three enormous pits are filled with row upon row of these remarkable effigies—the first pit alone holds some 6,000 examples in excellent condition.

The museum and excavation site is by far the most popular day trip from Xian, and options are plentiful. Choose between a full or half-day tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a small group or your own private English-speaking tour guide. Some day tours also include visits to the Hanyang Mausoleum, Muslim Quarter, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, or a Tang Dynasty show and dumpling banquet. If you’re on a tight schedule in China, you can even see the terracotta army on a day trip by air from Shanghai.

Things to Know Before You Go

  • The Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum is a must-see for history lovers and first-time visitors.
  • Allow two to three hours to visit the site fully.
  • The museum is accessible to wheelchairs.
  • Photography is allowed in the museum, but flashes and tripods are prohibited.
  • Many Xian tours to the museum include hotel pickup and drop-off.

How to Get There

The Terracotta Army excavations lie northwest of Xian, near the community of Lintong. The No. 5 tourist bus takes you there from the Xian train station, or you can catch public bus No. 306 from East Square.

When to Get There

The Terracotta Warriors Museum is one of China’s most-visited attractions; to avoid the worst crowds, plan to visit on a weekday first thing in the morning or later in the afternoon, after the bus tour groups have left. Since the excavation pits are indoors, weather isn’t a factor—but the pits can be freezing cold in winter.

Xian Terracotta Warriors by the Numbers

Since their discovery in 1974, more than 8,000 soldiers, 670 horses, and 130 chariots have been unearthed. Each warrior is unique, with distinct facial features and heights, though the average height is 6 feet (1.85 meters). It took an estimated 40 years for some 700,000 laborers to complete the army.