Back from Xi'an with the kids, I just want to share some honest tips

Set the time back to Chang'an! A four-day, three-night time-travel trip in Xi'an, with all the eating, playing, and sightseeing perfectly planned✨
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🚶🏻‍♀️Itinerary
Day 1:
📍Bell and Drum Tower Square: Xi'an's city landmark, the night view is super photogenic, recommended to come at dusk to capture the sunset glow🌇
📍Muslim Quarter: A gathering of time-honored delicacies, must-try are Lao Mijia Lamb Paomo and Jia San Soup Dumplings😍
📍Ancient City Wall: Rent a bike to circle the 13 km ancient city wall and feel the weight of the millennia-old capital (South Gate Yongning Gate is the most photogenic)
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Day 2:
📍Terracotta Warriors: The eighth wonder of the world, a must-visit; it’s recommended to hire a guide for an in-depth understanding of history (remember to bring your ID)
📍Huaqing Palace: The place where the love story of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Guifei took place; the "Song of Everlasting Sorrow" performance is so stunning it gives you goosebumps
📍Tang Paradise Night Market: A must-visit at night! Immerse yourself in the magnificent Tang Dynasty night scene, and the roly-poly doll girl interaction is super fun🎎
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Day 3:
📍Shaanxi History Museum: Book 3 days in advance! Closed on Mondays; the museum’s treasure, the gold-inlaid agate cup with beast head, is absolutely beautiful
📍Giant Wild Goose Pagoda: The place where Xuanzang returned from his pilgrimage; the music fountain show at the North Square in the evening is very romantic💦
📍Small Wild Goose Pagoda: Less crowded and beautiful, free admission, very pleasant to have tea at the teahouse under the pagoda🍵
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🍜Taste of Xi'an
✅Roujiamo (Chinese hamburger): Lao Tongguan and Qin Yu Roujiamo are both good
✅Biangbiang noodles: Ai Hua Kudaimian Restaurant is the most authentic
✅Hulu Chicken: A must-order dish at Gujin Chang'an Old Teahouse
✅Persimmon Cake: Best freshly fried in the Muslim Quarter
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🛏️Accommodation Tips
✅Near the Bell Tower is the most convenient, with subway and bus access to all attractions
✅Recommended to stay in chain hotels for better cost performance
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💡Useful Tips
1. Xi'an has a big temperature difference between day and night, remember to bring a jacket
2. It’s recommended to take taxis between attractions, the subway is also very convenient
3. Remember to bargain when buying souvenirs
4. Take sun protection measures when traveling in summer