Is Xi'an Expensive?

Is Xi'an expensive to visit?

While Xi'an is a popular place for travelers, it is also somewhat affordable and less expensive to visit. The average daily cost is $105, which is one of the many reasons for its popularity with tourists. When compared to other destinations in Asia, many visitors find it to be a moderately priced destination. It's in the top 50% of places in Asia for its travel costs, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Busan (Pusan) and Manila.

The wall of Xi'an, China

How expensive is Xi'an?

The average cost of traveling to Xi'an can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $105 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Xi'an here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Xi'an?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Xi'an will cost around $315 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $630.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Xi'an?

On average, a one week trip to Xi'an costs about $734 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,469.

Is it expensive to backpack in Xi'an?

Xi'an is often overlooked by backpackers, as there is a very limited selection of hostels. Because there aren't any hostels and few other amenities that cater to backpackers, prices might be higher than you'd expect. This is particularly true for solo travelers who many have to pay the full cost for a hotel room. To save money, look for budget hotels in convenient locations.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Xi'an?

Activities and things to do in Xi'an can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $36 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $17.

• Private Xi'an Day Tour: Terracotta Army&Optional City Attractions: $88
• Customized Day Tour to Terracotta Army and Horses Museum: $108
• Xian Terracotta Warriors and City Wall Private Day Tour: $181
• Private Full-Day Xi'an Highlights Tour with Pickup and Lunch: $186
• Terracotta Army Mini Group Tour: $80
• Best Xi'an Private Day Tour with Terracotta Warrior Entry Ticket Option: $130
• Flexible Xian Terracotta Warriors Day Tour: $99
• One Day Xian Private Tour : $160

Is food expensive in Xi'an?

Food in Xi'an can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $22 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $37. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Xian Tang Dynasty Show -Optional Dumpling Dinner or Royal Banquet: $38
• Best of Xi'an: Terracotta Warriors Tour with Best Dinner Show Banquet: $276
• 9-Course Court Banquet Dinner and Dance Show at Huaqing Palace: $125
• Biang Biang Noodles Cooking Experience: $75
• Xi'an Authentic Food Tour with Local Beverages: $80
• Xi'an Homemade Food Cooking Dumplings / BIANGBIANGNoodles: $58

Is transportation expensive in Xi'an?

Exploring local transportation in Xi'an shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $12 per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $15. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.