Terra Cotta Army Museum + Emperor Jingdi's Tomb Musuem

Xian, China
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Xian
Duration7h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Get a chance to see the most amazing sites in Xi'an or its surrounding area. Private air-conditioned van or minibus will make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. To have an local expert as your tour guide will help you to understand these heritages better. Not just immerse yourself in history, but also get an insight of the burial culture in ancient China.

What's included

  • English-speaking Guide Service
  • Bottled water
  • Private Transportation
  • Entrance fee
  • Gratuities
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    You are going to see 2,000 life size Terracotta Warriors and Horses in a real battle formation. It was buried underground over 2,200 years and were made for protecting the Qin Emperor's afterlife. The visit of the museum covers three pits in original sites: Pit 1 as the principal combating force, Pit 2 as the mechanized troupe and Pit 3 as its underground command center. Extra exhibitions also could be seen in the museum, like Bronze Chariots found about 20ms to the west of the emperor's mausoleum, Terracotta acrobat figures and some bronze weapons.
    It is definitely a treasure house with profound Qin Dynasty's history and culture and it's definitely a must-go site for people who are interested in Chinese history.
  2. Tomb of Emperor Jingdi (Hanyangling)
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Tomb of Emperor Jingdi is the tomb of the fourth emperor of the Western Han Dynasty. It was constructed from 154 BC to 126 BC and covers a total area around 24 square kilometers. Over 8,000 attendant tombs were built around with the Emperor and Empress' tombs in the middle.
    81 burial pits were found around the emperor's mausoleum with various kinds of burial objects in them.They consist of cavalry guards of honor, warriors, imperial concubines, court maids and all kinds of chariots, weapons, tools, utensils, food storage and all sorts of other objects.
    It is more like an underground kingdom with all Terracotta representations and daily necessities that the emperor might have in another world.
    To explore this underground museum built right by the emperor's mausoleum and to walk over these pits with relics through the glass passage way will make you feel that you are walking back to time, and you will get better understanding of the grandeur of imperial dynastic China.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
From
$246.16 per group
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Xi'an Food Tour · Booked through Viator
More activities in Xian
From
$246.16 per group
Check availability