Xi'an Weekend: City Walls, Temples, and Ancient Vibes 🏯✨

Xi'an is unreal! If you’re vibing for some ancient wall strolls and Insta-worthy city scenes, this city is the perfect playground. Here’s the tea on my fab weekend exploring Xi’an’s iconic spots:

First stop: Xi'an City Wall! This place totally blew my mind 🤩. It stretches around the whole city center like a protective epic hug. We entered through Yongning Gate (No. 2 South Street, Beilin District)—literally walking in the footsteps of history! With opening hours from 08:00-22:00 daily, you can go for sunrise strolls or nighttime bike rides. If you’re into panoramic views, this is your moment. The wall is soooo massive and the vibes? Next level.

Next, Guangren Temple brought the zen vibes. This Tibetan Buddhist gem is a must if you want a touch of tranquility and some gorgeous architecture. Don’t skip the incense offerings—so good for the ‘Gram and your soul 🙏✨.

We wandered through the bustling market near the Great Mosque—total foodie heaven and awesome for live-action people watching. Street food is legit everywhere, and you HAVE to try the local snacks. Cheap eats with max flavor!

And the legendary Xi'an Bell Tower: smack dab at the intersection of the East, West, and North Sizhi Streets in Beilin District. It’s basically the heart of downtown, lighting up all the city action. Opening hours are generally from 08:30–21:30, but check the season, as times do shift. Entry is only ¥30. Catch it at sunset for that magical city glow—SO worth it!

Our hotel was actually within the City Wall area, which made exploring on foot super chill. Loved the cozy, historic air with all the modern perks.

Pro tip: all these highlights are super close together, so you can easily max out your day without hardcore commuting. Xi’an, you’re officially on my epic city list! 👑👌

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Post by Travel Juri | Oct 17, 2025