THE 10 BEST Xi'an Museums
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What travelers are saying
- Ron M7 contributionsLola was our guide for 2 days she escorted us to the Terra-cotta warriors and other highlights of Xi'an including the Gose Pagoda. Lola is very knowledgeable of the city and history of Xi'an.Written September 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Wisanee K3 contributionsSince Xi'an (and cities in its proximity) had been China's capital for 13 dynasties and probably 4,000 - 5,000 years. This museum exhibits ancient China's history and development very well in good sequence. This place is foreigner-friendly as all items are labelled in both Mandarin and English (as I found this is a rare case in Beijing). It took me almost 3 hours to complete 3 major exhibitions and it was really worthwhile! The place is large and quite clean by the time I visted.Written January 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Fazilah ASingapore, Singapore7 contributionsWe were shown to the staff area for ablution by the keeper of the mosque.
The grounds is pretty nice. We saw a few couples taking wedding photos on the ground a d several other ladies dresses i. Fashion of the Tang Dynasty era.
The interior of the mosque was hot as August is a hot month.
We prayed in the mosque. After which we checked out the 30 panels where the 30 juzuks / volume of the holy Quran were carved. We met the imam of the Xian Great Mosque earlier on the way. He shared the history of the mosque as printed in the book on The Great XiAn mosque. That book was gifted to me! All Praise to Allah!Written September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Stephen CSingapore, Singapore1,141 contributionsThis is a museum of stone monuments and carvings. It is housed in a former Confucius temple.
You will find stone monuments and epitaphs from past dynasties here. If you understand the language, the inscriptions on some of the stones are by legendary poets.
Personally, I thought the museum can be better run. Lighting in the exhibition halls should be brighter so that visitors can read the inscriptions. They should also do a better job maintaining the stones as many of them look old and dusty. While u can understand that they would like to maintain the original look and feel, it does give one the impression that it is not well run.Written July 5, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jessica LLondon, UK116 contributionsNot sure whether it's because we visited on a weekday, or it's just as quiet on weekends... This place is a very relaxing quiet spot about 10 mins from the subway. Monks live and meditate there, and there are a few areas which are not accessible.
It's a great place to go if you want to know what Zen is like, and how Chinese Buddists worship and spend their day.Written May 21, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SingaporeGirlSingapore, Singapore517 contributionsOften over-shadowed by the nearby terracotta warriors, this Neolithic site is still worth a visit. The museum is newly refurbished, signage is good, and a walk around the site is both instructive and interesting. Less crowded than other sites.Written October 28, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stuart BDeal, UK1,595 contributionsThis original old house located near the end of the Muslim Quarter is well worth a visit. An interesting place to visit if you are in the Muslim Quarter and have a little time free. You won't need much time to explore, but worth it.Written August 18, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alliohna482 contributionsWe were driven here with our Exoticca tour, straight from the bullet train we took from Beijing, so this was out first glimpse of XiAn. We came almost before the closing, so were rushed a little and our guide Sumana had to beg the security guide to let us take some photos by the Pagoda. We were bitten by mosquitos in the gardens.Written December 7, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dannie TY Lim8 contributionsThis is a huge place with a lot of walking (but then again, where in China you don't have to walk). The place is well organised (for a tomb).Written August 6, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- texas_forrestPlano, TX819 contributionsThe museum is attached to the Westin hotel. Admission is free to hotel guests. Take time to visit. 30-45 minutes is plenty of time to see the treasures here.
There is an app you can load on your phone which will provide English explanations of the exhibitWritten January 7, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ltp_BKKBangkok, Thailand458 contributionsThis museum exhibits the Chinese style architecture buildings, such as theater, houses and temple. If you are interested in Chinese architecture, you will love this place. Entrance fee is 120 RMB. However, it quite far from the city.Written June 4, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CBrusselsGermany674 contributionsIt is the former residence of Cheung who changed the course of modern Chinese history. It is very interesting and with many photographs and documents. I highly recommend it for people who are interested in modern Chinese history. One can easily spend one or two hours there.Written November 26, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MCortes512Boise, ID37 contributions1st- Its FREE! This little gem is north of Xi'an in the suburb/town of Xianyang.
2- its not busy so you don't feel like cattle going through like many other popular attractions.
Its a great little museum if you want to see some terracotta soldiers up close. The cases are smaller so you really get to experience the details. It is also in a nice areas, there are some cool shops nearby and you get to experience more authentic culture. The grounds of the museum are lovely with many trees and even places to sit. It took us about 2 hours to meander through all the exhibits and we learned a lot.Written January 18, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Angie_travel888Western Australia, Australia131 contributionsWe visited this as part of the Warriors. There is plenty to see and with a guide there is an amazing amount of information I would definitely take a lookWritten July 9, 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Triplyzer I491 contributionsLoved the whole dianosaur skeleton thing here at Xi'an Nature Museum. Not just for kids but adults too can enjoy!Written November 28, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
