How much does a five-day trip to Xi'an cost: budget details and popular attraction recommendations
With the arrival of the summer tourist season, Xi'an, as a famous historical and cultural city, has become a popular choice for many tourists. This article will give you a detailed analysis of the budget and itinerary for a five-day trip to Xi'an based on the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Recommended popular attractions for a five-day trip to Xi’an

According to recent tourism platform data, the following attractions are the most popular check-in places in Xi’an:
| Attraction name | Ticket price | Recommended play time |
|---|---|---|
| Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum | 120 yuan | 3-4 hours |
| Big Wild Goose Pagoda | 50 yuan (additional 30 yuan for climbing the tower) | 2 hours |
| The city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty | free | 2-3 hours (recommended at night) |
| Shaanxi History Museum | Free (reservation required) | 2-3 hours |
| Bell and Drum Tower | Coupon ticket 50 yuan | 1.5 hours |
2. Xi’an five-day tour budget details
The following is a five-day travel budget reference under different consumption levels (calculated on a single person basis):
| Consumption items | Economical | Comfortable | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation (4 nights) | 400-600 yuan (youth hostel/budget hotel) | 800-1200 yuan (three-star hotel) | More than 2,000 yuan (five-star hotel) |
| Catering | 300-500 yuan | 600-800 yuan | More than 1,000 yuan |
| transportation | 100-150 yuan (bus/subway) | 200-300 yuan (taxi + public transportation) | More than 500 yuan (charter service) |
| Tickets | 250-350 yuan | 400-500 yuan | More than 600 yuan (including performance tickets) |
| total | 1050-1600 yuan | 2000-2800 yuan | More than 4100 yuan |
3. Recent hot topics and travel suggestions
1.Night travel economy is booming: The Everlasting City of Tang Dynasty has recently become a popular check-in place on Douyin due to the interactive performance of "Secret Box of the Tang Dynasty". It is recommended to arrange your visit after 19:00.
2.Food guide update: "Mahong Stir-fried Steamed Buns" in Huimin Street and "Liu Xin Beef and Mutton Steamed Buns" in Sajinqiao are the latest recommendations in Xiaohongshu.
3.New attractions: Chang'an Twelve Hours Theme Street (ticket 58 yuan) has become a new landmark for Hanfu photography. It is recommended to make an appointment in advance to follow the photographer.
4.Traffic tips: Xi'an Metro Line 14 has been opened and can go directly to the airport, saving taxi fares.
4. Tips for saving money
1. Purchase the "Xi'an Annual Tourism Card" (120 yuan) to visit some attractions for free
2. Student ID card can enjoy half-price discount on tickets for most attractions
3. Avoid visiting the Terracotta Warriors and Horses on weekends to reduce queue time
4. Hotels near the Bell Tower are more expensive. It is recommended to choose accommodation along the subway.
5. Itinerary suggestions
| Date | morning | Afternoon | night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day1 | Shaanxi History Museum | Big Wild Goose Pagoda | The city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty |
| Day2 | Terracotta Warriors and Horses | Huaqing Palace | "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" performance |
| Day3 | city wall ride | Muslim Street Food | Bell and Drum Tower night view |
| Day4 | Small Wild Goose Pagoda | Forest of Steles Museum | Yongxingfang |
| Day5 | Daming Palace Ruins | Free shopping | return trip |
From the above analysis, it can be seen that the per capita cost of a five-day trip to Xi'an is between 1,000-4,000 yuan, depending on the accommodation and catering standards. It is recommended to book the hotel one month in advance as prices may increase by 30%-50% during the summer peak season. Arrange your itinerary based on recent popular attractions and activities to make your trip to Xi'an more worthwhile and unforgettable.
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