{"id":13571,"date":"2022-02-07T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T01:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/?p=13571"},"modified":"2022-02-07T22:52:08","modified_gmt":"2022-02-07T14:52:08","slug":"how-to-visit-xian-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/shaanxi-travel\/xian-travel\/how-to-visit-xian-on-a-budget","title":{"rendered":"How to Visit Xian on a Budget (Tips, Photos & Map)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Plan your Xian tour<\/a> on a budget? Xian is a very Chinese city with the largest\u00a0ancient city wall left from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644),\u00a0 the ancient drum and bell towers, and its simple and hospitable people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today the biggest draw in Xian is its <\/a>Terracotta Warriors<\/a>, the greatest archaeological discovery in the 20th century.\u00a0 Xian is a city with good fusion of well keeping the cultural\u00a0 heritage and fast developing the local economy. Though unlike the most expensive city of Shanghai,\u00a0 Xian is becoming a costly city too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But generally speaking, Xian is still a purse-friendly city where you can easily dine, stay and travel on a budget if you plan your Xian trip carefully.  My 10 tips on Xian budget travel are written for those who are going to visit Xian on a budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Visiting during the low season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though winter season doesn’t see the sights everywhere in all green and flowers.\u00a0 But slack season has its charm and advantages. The hotels and flights offer great discounts as well as entrances to important sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out Best time to visit Xian<\/a> for travel information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Picture taken in February in the Muslim Food Street in Xian<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

People come to Xian mainly aimed at visiting its historical sites – the ancient city, mosque, pagoda and Terracotta Soldiers instead of green and flowery parks.\u00a0 So visiting Xian in low season can save your money without sacrificing your enjoyment.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Off tourism season in Xian: December – March 15.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Choose the proper flights and trains to Xian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike Shanghai and Beijing, Xian is not a port city.\u00a0 People go to Xian by flight or train mainly \u00a0from Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou though Xian has some international flights connecting Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo,etc. Book a flight earlier to get a discount flight ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Take overnight night Z or T train from Beijing to Xian to save money<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

High speed train connects Xian to Beijing and Luoyang.\u00a0Taking an overnight Z or T trains Xian\u00a0from Beijing, Shanghai and other major cities are highly recommended to save your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.\u00a0Xian airport or rail transfer by public transport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you take flight to Xian,\u00a0you may easily use public transportation to move you from Xian Airport<\/a>\u00a0to the downtown Xian. There are several airport shuttle bus lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0<\/strong>See Xian Airport Shuttle Bus<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Xian Airport Shuttle Bus<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

You first take an airport bus to the downtown area, then walk or take a taxi to your hotel. Xian North Railway Station <\/a>( high speed train station ) is accessible by metro line 1 linking the station to the city center of Xian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xian Railway Station<\/a>\u00a0( different from Xian North Railway Station ) is well located outside the northeast corner of the ancient Xian city wall. Several public bus lines bring you to the downtown Xian.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.\u00a0Budget accommodations in Xian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Xian has hundreds of hotels ranging from the budget to the luxurious. Xian is a budget friendly city where you could easily find some hostels and budget hotels that offer as cozy and comfortable as luxurious counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See:\u00a0\u00a0 Top 10 Xian Hostels<\/a> and Top 10 Xian budget hotels<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
The cozy youth hostels in Xian<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

These western-oriented budget hotels save you a lot of money on eating, living and the most important is that most of them offer helpful and resourceful travel information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5.\u00a0Plenty of \u00a0free sites and attractions in Xian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course,\u00a0 you have to visit the paid attractions like Terracotta Army, the Ancient City Wall, etc. But there are plentiful sites without any charges where you can experience the real Xian by walking among the locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Xian after dark<\/a>\u00a0, Top 10 things to do in Xian<\/a>\u00a0and Best Xian Food Street<\/a>\u00a0for more free stuff in Xian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
The beautifully lit South Gate of Xian city wall<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The free things include the Muslim quarters, Shaanxi Museum, a outside look at the city wall, bell and drum towers, the world\u2019s largest music fountain in the world ( north of Big Goose Pogoda), etc.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Tour Xian\u00a0by Public\u00a0Bus or Bike<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Xian is a walkable city with distinctive layout centered on the Bell Tower ( See Xian City Layout <\/a>).\u00a0 If you have strong legs, you may easily visit the major sites in the downtown Xian on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out Xian City Public Bus and Fares<\/a> for more travel information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"
Xian City Public Bus <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Or you may rent a bike to travel around the city.\u00a0 Xian bike rental<\/a> is easy, simple and every cheap.\u00a0 To visit Terracotta Soldiers, you may take the tourism bus starting from the east square in front of Xian Railway Station<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7.\u00a0Join in the\u00a0local group tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For\u00a0the budget-conscious\u00a0Xian visitor,\u00a0 join in a local fixed departure group tour is not a bad idea,\u00a0 both money saving and sociable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Big Goose Pagoda<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Xian bus tour <\/a>usually cover the major sites in Xian and on the its outskirts. , you travel together with other tourists like you on the same tour group, and so a group tour cost is comparatively cheaper than that of a private tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Eating out on a budget in Xian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Xian has much to offer in the way of delicious, inexpensive fare.\u00a0Xian has the most snacks of the world. It could be called “the Kingdom of the Snack. So you may have some nice and clean street food for one or two meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See\u00a0 Xian Best Food Street <\/a>and Xian Top 10 Restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Xi\u2019an Liangpi (cold skin noodles)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you should splurge on one or two big meals at local decent restaurants to taste the cuisine.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9.\u00a0Budget shopping in Xian<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Muslim quarters is the best place for you to delve what you like confronting countless items on the market.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the Muslim Quarter<\/a> and Top 10 Xian Shopping Malls<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Century Ginwa Shopping Mall in Xian<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

You may occasionally splurge on shopping inside the large shopping malls,\u00a0 or just for window shopping for fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. \u00a0Splurge occasionally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though travelling on a budget,\u00a0 you ought not forgo all the luxurious Xian has to offer.\u00a0 Eat the local flavor jiaozi ( dumplings ) over the dazzling night performance is both a fun and cultural experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"\/
Xian Tang Dynasty Dinner Show<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

And don’t miss the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip: Hassle-free Xian Guided Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours,  here are some options for Xian guided tours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Xian Tour<\/a>
Xian Day Tour<\/a>
Xian Tour Packages<\/a>
Beijing Xian Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Readings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n

Beijing Xian High Speed Train Experience<\/a>
Best Time to Visit Xian<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in Two Days?<\/a>
Xian Airport Transportation<\/a>
Xian Railway Station Transportation<\/a>
Xian Taxi: Xian Taxi Fares, Tips and Phones<\/a>
Xian City Layout<\/a>
Xian\u2019s Top 7 Iconic Landmarks<\/a>
Where to Stay in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Attractions in Xian<\/a>
Top Things to Do for Kids in Xian<\/a>
How Visit Terracotta Army<\/a>
How to Visit Xian on a Budget<\/a>
The Starbucks in Xian<\/a>
Top Markets in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Shopping Malls in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Best Restaurants in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Souvenirs in Xian<\/a>
Xian Tourist Traps, Xian Tourist Scams<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Visiting Muslim Quarter in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Xian City Wall<\/a>
The Ramparts of Quebec City and Xian City<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Shaanxi History Museum<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Xian Bell Tower<\/a>
How to Visit Daming Palace National Heritage Park<\/a>
Top 10 Photography Spots in Xian<\/a>
The Night View of Great Tang All Day Mall<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Hanyang Tombs Xian<\/a>
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow Show in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Big Wild Goose Pagoda<\/a>
Yaodong Cave Dwellings in Xian<\/a>
Tips for Visiting Huaqing Hot Springs in Xian<\/a>
How to Visit Mount Huashan<\/a>
Mt.Huashan Snow Scenes Photos<\/a>
How to visit Xiyue Temple<\/a>
Top 10 Hostels in Xian<\/a>
Top 10 Xian Luxury & Boutique Hotels<\/a>
Xi\u2019an: An Exotic City with an Undeniable Historical Depth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Places to See Autumn Leaves around Xian<\/a>
Muslim Streets in Muslim Quarter in Xian<\/a>
Hua Jue Xiang, Huajue Lane at Xian Muslim Quarter<\/a>
The Night View of Great Tang All Day Mall<\/a>
Xian City Wall Night View<\/a>
What to do in Xian after dark<\/a>
Xian\u2019s Best Street Food<\/a>
Xian Muslim Quarter Exotic Food<\/a>
Xian Bar Street<\/a>
Spring Festival Lantern Exhibit in Xian<\/a>
Xian T<\/a>e<\/a>rracotta Army Pictures<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Visit Maijishan Grottoes from Xian by Train<\/a>
How to Visit Hukou Waterfall<\/a>
How to Visit Huangdi Mausoleum<\/a>
Xian Lhasa Flight Experience (Tips, Photos & Map)<\/a>
Beijing Xian Flight Experience<\/a>
Datong Xian High Speed Train<\/a>
Reviews on Beijing Xian Luoyang Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Xian in January (Weather, Wear, & Tips)<\/a>
Visit Xian in February<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in March<\/a>
Visit Xian in October<\/a>
How to Visit Xian in November<\/a>
Visit Xian in December<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any questions, just drop a line.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Plan your Xian tour on a budget? Xian is a very Chinese city with the largest\u00a0ancient city wall left from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644),\u00a0 the ancient drum and bell towers, and its simple and hospitable people. Today the biggest draw in Xian is its Terracotta Warriors, the greatest archaeological discovery in the 20th century.\u00a0 Xian…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-13571","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-xian-travel"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13571"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13571"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13571\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":30738,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13571\/revisions\/30738"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13571"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13571"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13571"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}