Xi’an: Terracotta Army Entry Ticket (Optional Guide Service)

4.5 (148 reviews) Xian, China
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Duration2h - 4h
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Overview

We guarantee your entry even during peak season, so you can focus on the wonder of the Terracotta Army without worrying about sold‑out tickets.

From the start, our dedicated English‑speaking consultant will handle your booking and provide detailed information to help you enjoy this ancient site to the fullest.

You can choose the tour style that best fits your needs:
1. Entrance ticket only (no guide or transportation). Simply present your passport or ID at the entrance.
2. Entrance ticket with a shared on‑site guide, who will meet you at a designated location.
3. Guided tour with round‑trip transfers.

All options are designed to meet different visitors’ needs, and we strive to arrange a seamless experience for your time in Xi’an.

Options

Entry Ticket Only, No Guide

Entry ticket only, No guide: Ticket is booked under your passport/ID, please show it at the entrance;
Entry time: 08:30-16:30.

Mini Group to Terracotta Army

Feature: Skip the big-group rush and enjoy an in-depth museum tour with an expert local guide.
All-inclusive: Hotel pickup, guide & driver, entry ticket, buffet lunch with 25+ dishes & local snacks, drop-off at Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
Duration: 6 hours

1 Day Mini Group Xian Tour

Feature: All highlights in one go, with mini-group flexibility and big savings.
All-inclusive: Entry tickets, guide & driver, hotel pickup & drop-off, and a buffet lunch with 25+ dishes & local snacks.
Route: Terracotta Army, Buffet Lunch, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, and Muslim Bazaar (pass-by).

Entry Ticket & Onsite Guide

Includes : Entry ticket to Terracotta Army Museum, and an shared on-site tour guide.
Duration: 3 hours: The guided service last about 2.5 hours.
Excludes: All transportation. Guests must arrange their own transfer to the meeting point.
Meeting Time: About 09:00 AM, we will email you the details. A 10-minute delay is considered a no-show.
What to Bring: Passport or ID used for booking. Or entry will be denied.
Group Size: Around 15 people, with a shared English-speaking tour guide.

What's included

  • IMPORTANT: Your passport is required for entry. Do not forget to bring it.
  • A guide will be provided should you select an option that includes guiding services.
  • Admission ticket to Terracotta Army Museum.
  • Admission - Lishan Yuan
  • NO Guide service for the entry ticket only option.
  • NO transporation.
  • NO Golf car.

What to expect

  1. The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
    Emperor Qin Shi Huang (259 - 210BC), the first emperor of the first unified dynasty of Imperial China, left the UNESCO World Heritage Site to Xian. You will see a super large collection of life-size terra cotta sculptures in battle formations, reproducing the mega imperial guard troops. Being the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century, the Terracotta Army is no doubt a must-see for every visitor to Xi'an.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Qinling North Road, Xi'an, 710612, China
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End point
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Qinling North Road, Xi'an, 710612, China
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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children aged 6–16 holding foreign passports are eligible for half-price admission.
  • Free of charge for Children under 6.
  • For Chinese, or residents from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, minors under the age of 16 and seniors over 65 are eligible for free admission, by presenting their ID card or travel permit.
  • Please ensure that your name and passport number is accurately provided.
  • This is a pre-booking service. Tickets are released 7 days in advance, and confirmations will be sent upon issuance.
  • If you booked the "Ticket Only" service, please proceed to the museum independently, no meeting point is arranged.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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