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Xi'an travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Terracotta Army, Xi'an
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Common scams in Xi'an

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Xi'an, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Xi'an — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Xi'an

6 places worth your time in Xi'an, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Xi'an →

Top food to try in Xi'an

6 dishes to eat in Xi'an, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Xi'an →

Traditions and customs in Xi'an

5 customs and traditions in Xi'an — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Xi'an →

Getting around Xi'an

How to travel around Xi'an — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Xi'an: transport and taxi apps →

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