Xi'an is so great to explore in the off-season, just copy this super detailed 3-day itinerary

Everyone should visit Xi'an at least once in their life~ Go see the ancient capital of 13 dynasties, feel the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty under the night sky✨ and enjoy the happiness brought by carbs🎉 In the off-season, Xi'an has fewer crowds and more charm, truly an ideal place on earth! Here’s a personally experienced 3-day Citywalk itinerary for Xi'an📝 First time visiting? 🚶‍♀️ Just copy this plan, great spots for photos and exploring all here👇 📝 3 Days 2 Nights Essential Itinerary 👉 Day 1: Tang Elegance · Southeast Route Big Wild Goose Pagoda → Daci’en Temple Ruins Park (Buddha statue and pagoda photo spot) → Joy City (4th floor viewing platform) → Anrenfang Ruins Exhibition Hall (light and shadow aesthetics) → Qinglong Temple (Tang-style ancient temple) · Highlights: This route balances iconic Tang landmarks with niche aesthetic spaces, with a well-paced rhythm. 👉 Day 2: Ancient City Life · Central Axis Line Guangren Temple (red walls and golden roof) → Xiwutai Yunju Temple (quiet corridors) → Muslim Quarter (Zipei Collection Giant Dragon) → Bell Tower (view from Kaiyuan Shopping Mall) → Shuyuanmen (literary atmosphere) → Yongning Gate City Wall (dusk tower climb) · Highlights: Traverse bustling markets and royal temples, then overlook the central axis illuminated at dusk from the city wall. 👉 Day 3: Through the Millennia · East Route Shuilu Temple (colorful sculptures treasure) → Terracotta Warriors (underground army) → Return trip · Tip: Shuilu Temple is a bit far but absolutely stunning; self-driving or chartering a car is recommended, as it’s on the way to the Terracotta Warriors. 📸 Must-Visit Spots & Hidden Photo Angles 1. Daci’en Temple Ruins Park: Buddha statue and Big Wild Goose Pagoda facing each other, full of Zen vibes. 2. Shuyuanmen Evening Breeze Café: 2nd-floor window with Yongning Gate city tower as background, perfect for overhead shots. 3. Shuilu Temple: “Wall sculpture museum,” walls full of vivid colorful sculptures, niche but breathtaking. 4. Yongning Gate City Wall: South gate central axis photo spot, distant view of Bell Tower, ancient and modern in one frame. 5. Xiwutai Yunju Temple: Use corridor framing to capture the deep layers of ancient architecture. 6. Guangren Temple Outer Red Wall: Corner with golden roof and red wall, free great photo spot. 7. Bell Tower Character Walls: Along the route from Bell Tower to Yongning Gate, many shops have walls with characters like “Xi’an” and “Chang’an.” 8. Kaiyuan Shopping Mall 5th Floor: Viewing platform for free Bell Tower photos, even more beautiful at blue hour in the evening. 9. Muslim Quarter Zipei Collection: Indoor spiraling mist-breathing giant dragon, full of magical vibes. 10. Bawang Tea Ji 3rd Floor (Bell Tower branch): Postcard view, window frame perfectly fits the Bell Tower. 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation This time stayed at Xi’an Shangri-La Hotel, the service and quality of this established hotel are reassuring. Especially worth mentioning is the “Tianxiangge” Chinese restaurant inside, offering very authentic Shaanxi cuisine, so you don’t have to run around small local shops and can enjoy exquisite Chang’an flavors all in one place. The hotel location is excellent, with travel times to the city wall, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and other main attractions all within 20 minutes by car, very convenient. Additionally, the hotel has a quiet garden, a true oasis in the city, perfectly balancing the hustle and tranquility of your trip. 💡 Practical Tips · Transportation: The subway network is well-developed, major attractions are accessible by subway; taxi fares are reasonable. · Reservations: For popular sites (like the Terracotta Warriors), it’s recommended to book 1-3 days in advance via the official WeChat account. · Food: Try paomo (bread soaked in mutton soup), roujiamo (meat sandwich), liangpi (cold noodles), Shaanxi cuisine, and local milk tea at Chahuonong. · Best Time: Dusk (around 4:30-5:30 PM) is the golden hour for photographing the city wall, Bell Tower, and other buildings. The essence of Xi’an is hidden in every brick, every line of Qin opera, and in every steaming bowl of paomo. Visiting in the off-season, you can hear the steady breath of history more clearly.