[2025 Xi'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 3 Pit (Updated Jul)

Getting There - Attractions - Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping - Truly a historical site and was lucky to meet the first farmer who discovered the warriors.

Terracotta Warriors & Horses is probably the most famous and visited place in the city of Xi'An Address: Qinling North Road, Lintong District. The recommended sightseen time is between one to two hours. The museum includes Pit 1, Pit 2 and Pit 3 as well the exhibition hall of the chariots and horses. The Pit 1 is the largest of the three. The original site was found by a local farmer digging a well in 1974. Now it has turned into the most important attraction in Xian. Come early because its gets very crowded later in the day. Ticket Selling Hours: 08:30-17:30. #createwithtrip #xian #terracottaarmy

Attractions - the pictures above has: terra-cotta warriors , bell tower, silk toad and Xi’an city wall .be sure to visit these famous attractions when you go to Xi’an , so much history and you will learn a lot Hotels - there are many hotels and air bnb at an affordable price Food & Restaurants - honestly the food in Xi’an is so amazing, be sure to try the famous soup with bread ... #xian #terrracotawarriors #citywall #explore #traveller

It was amazing to see the Terracotta soldiers in Xian! You can see the archaeological site and see them up close! It was so interesting experiencing this moment in history that was frozen in time! #travel #museums #china #thingstodo #xian #terracottaarmy

This is a destination worth visiting at least once. Not only is it remarkable for its grandeur and beautiful sculptures, but it also represents a long-standing history of China. It's incredible to think that such achievements were possible during that era.

🗺️🗺️ [Itinerary] Day 1:Moxy Xi'an Downtown Day 2:Dayan Pagoda North Square-Daci'en Temple-Big Wild Goose Pagoda-Xi'an Museum-Jianfu Temple-Hui Fang Day 3:Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum-Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 1 Pit-Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 3 Pit-Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 2 Pit-Terracotta Warriors No. 1 Exhibition Center-Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum-Bronze Chariot and Horse Exhibition Hall-DaTang TongYiFang-Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square Music Fountain-Grand Tang Mall Day 4:Xi'an City Wall-The Guangren Lama Temple Day 5:Xi'an Bell Tower-Xi'an Drum Tower-Huajue Lane, the Great Mosque 📍📍 [Must-Visit Attractions] 1.Dayan Pagoda North Square 2.Daci'en Temple 3.Big Wild Goose Pagoda 4.Xi'an Museum 5.Jianfu Temple 6.Hui Fang 7.Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum 8.Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 1 Pit 9.Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 3 Pit 10.Terra-Cotta Warriors No. 2 Pit 11.Terracotta Warriors No. 1 Exhibition Center 12.Bronze Chariot and Horse Exhibition Hall 13.DaTang TongYiFang 14.Big Wild Goose Pagoda North Square Music Fountain 15.Grand Tang Mall 16.Xi'an City Wall 17.The Guangren Lama Temple 18.Xi'an Bell Tower 19.Xi'an Drum Tower 20.Huajue Lane, the Great Mosque 🥘🥘 [Must-Try Food] 1.Biang Biang Noodle 2. Rou Jia Mou (china burger) 3. Soup dumpling 4.Glutious rice with dates 5.Yangrou mutton soup 6.Liang pi(cold noodle) 7. Fried squid 8.Lamb skewers 🏠🏠 [Accommodation ] 1.Moxy Xi'an Downtown strategic location and near to Zhonglou metro station. Near by Bell Tower, Drum Tower and Muslim Quarter Requirement before travel to china 1. Alipay international version and link with credit card. Has english translation (prefer to use) 2. Weixin pay (also known as wechat pay). Hard to use if you dont know chinese. But you can use translators. Make sure both has verified with passport 3. Inform bank that you will be travelling to china 4. Amap app (for navigation) 5. Metro man app. download xian. -use to know which metro line to use 6. Google Translator and Apple translator (downloaded chinese language). 7. Some cash in case of emergency when credit card dont work. Do note, most china people dont have small change note. Heavily relies on alipay and weixin pay. Limited credit card accept by merchant. 8. Buy ticket in advanced 5 days before for Terracotta army and reserved xian museum/shangxi museum. Use trip.com 9. Travel adapter - Support Type A, C, and I plugs 10. Passport is mandatory for majority of the attraction. 11. Roaming data to avoid china great firewall blocking. Remember to view my itinerary for each day on pictures, tip and trick ,ticket fees and which metro station to reach those attractions. No didi for an entire trip. #travel #myitinerary #china

The Terracotta Army is a breathtaking archaeological wonder — seeing thousands of life-sized soldiers standing in silent formation is both awe-inspiring and humbling. Walking through the pits feels like stepping back into the powerful legacy of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. A trip not to be missed — it’s history come alive in the most magnificent way.

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#xian #terracottawarriors #china Environment: half outdoor, half indoor. Tips: bring shades, umbrella etc Weather: not as hot in the morning. Tourists: chose to go there earlier to avoid the crowd Distance: not too far from the city, quite accessible by cab. My tour also offered pick up service to/from hotel

Getting There - Take a didi directly from your hotel, cheapest and easiest way. Do note that it takes around an hour from xi’an including the traffic jam time. Attractions - Terracotta Soldiers Tickets - Buy from Trip and just use tour passport for entry. Duration - Around 2-3 Hours should be enough to spend here. #travel #museums

The Terracotta Warriors in Xian is another one of those experiences that only China can provide! Ancient and preserved history, China really does have an impact on you! Study a little before coming and the tour will be much more worthwhile. If you don't have time, hire a guide, it will be much more enjoyable!

Terra Cotta warriors and horses bear Xian is an amazing place full of history. We spent the whole day there thrilled by the skills of the ancient people inhabited these lands many years ago. The place is well organised, even the many crowds visiting it I felt quite well. Be prepared for walking a lot as the distances are huge especially if you want to see everything.

Terracotta warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, sunset drinks on the ancient city wall

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Last month has been to the most popular tourist destinations （兵馬俑博物館）in Xi An，China. This is obviously give me a big impressed of how smart of the ancient people👏👏💞 Valuable visit.Should come here once in your life🙌🙌🙌 🕰️Business Hours:8.30am-5.00pm 📍Address:Lintong District, Xi'An, Shaanxi, China, 710612 💰Average Price per Person:Adult 120Rmb/ Student 60Rmb #xiantrip #xianyang #xianchina #terracottawarriors

#historicallandmarks #localguides #trip starting early to have a quiet experience and admire the terracotta warriors site. guide explanations are crucial to understand the story of the terracotta army and the future that is expected. don't miss the fantastic photo experience and the museum official shop where you can buy marked terracotta warriors of any measure, also shipping to home available

The Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum, especially the Terracotta Army, is indeed a remarkable experience. The intricacies of the terracotta sculptures and their historical significance make it a must-visit site in China. Many visitors are astounded by the sheer number of soldiers and the detailed craftsmanship. It’s a unique glimpse into ancient Chinese history and culture.

Hot spring day in April where we took a TripAdvisor tour to the Terra-cotta Warriors. I had researched whether I can do this independently or take a tour and the BEST decision is to TAKE A TOUR. Hotel pick up early in the morning and off we go. Need to go early to avoid too many people. Tour guide would explain a lot about China and the history of the Qin Dynasty. It was a 45mins-1hr mini bus ride to Lintong city. There was many people there already at 9am with many tour groups lining up. We took approx 10mins to walk across to the park. The line to the checkin point was busy but moving fast. Then a restroom break before we move in to the next checkpoint. Once in the museum we went into the shop where the farmer was inside signing autographs as he had discovered the Terracotta warriors when he was digging the ground. We had to buy a book and then took a photo with him. Next was inside Pit 1, crowded but managed to find a spot right at the front. Magnificent view of all the warriors facing you. Next was Pit 3, smaller is size and not much to see. Then Pit 2, also small but only some broken pieces of the warriors and horses which are not dug up completely. Best Pit was of course Pit 1. After that there was the museum where you can watch the films and see the statues of the Knee archer, horses, weapons, animals and artefacts. Very interesting! We had lunch further down at a traditional Xi’an Chinese restaurant. Nice food after a long day. Mini bus took us back to the Wild Goose Pagoda and we stopped off there.

#discoverchina One of the things that you can’t Miss while visiting Xi’An is The Terracotta Army. This is one of the most famous archaeological finds in the world. You will see a life-size army, with every piece different from the others. The Army guarded over the soul of China's first unifier for more than two millennia. The guardians of his tomb were discovered by chance. In 1974 peasants drilling a well uncovered an underground vault that eventually yielded thousands of terracotta soldiers and horses in battle formation. There are 3 areas where you can see the soldiers, but the most stunning is the Pit 1, which is the largest. Housed in a building the size of an aircraft hangar, it is believed to contain 6000 warriors (only 2000 are on display) and horses, all facing east and ready for battle. The Army of the Terracotta Warriors is easily reached by public bus. From Xi'an train station take one of the air-conditioned buses, either 914 or 915 (¥8). Take the bus to the last stop; the buses also travel via the Huaqing Hot Springs and the Tomb of Qin Shi Huang (which is included in the Terracotta Army). The car park for the vehicles is a 15-minute walk from the site, but you can take an electric buggy (¥5) instead of walking. #china #chinatrip #localguides #historicallandmarks #xian #terracottaarmy #terracottawarriors

Travel through time and explore the underground legion: the Terracotta Army. 🎫 Ticket Booking: Terracotta Army tickets must be booked in advance on the official WeChat account or website of the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum. Bookings can be made 1–7 days in advance. Ticket prices are 🙊CNY 120 during peak season (March 16–November 15) and 🙉CNY 120 during off-season (November 16–March 15 of the following year). Free admission for seniors aged 65 and above, minors aged 16 and below, academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering, people with disabilities, active military personnel, fire and rescue personnel (including retired personnel), family members of martyrs, family members of military personnel who died in the line of duty, family members of deceased military personnel, and police officers. Veterans enjoy half-price tickets with valid credentials. 🧥2. Items to bring: Comfortable sneakers are recommended as the Terracotta Army Museum covers a large area and requires a lot of walking. 🚌Transportation Guide 🚈Subway Line 9 + Lintong Bus: Take Subway Line 9 from the city center to Huaqing Pool Station. Exit from Exit C and transfer to Lintong Bus No. 602 to Qin Yong Village Station. 🚘Self-driving: From the Xi'an Ring Expressway entrance, take the Lianhuo Expressway and exit at the Terracotta Army Museum Highway exit. 🚖Taxi/Ride-hailing: About a one-hour drive from the city center. 🦊Visiting Route 🐰Terracotta Army Museum: ⛺Pit No. 1: The largest and a must-see. It has a complete military layout with clearly defined vanguard, flanks, and rearguard. Nearly 6,000 terracotta figures and horses create a magnificent scene, showcasing the mighty military power of the Qin army. ⛺Pit No. 3: Although small in scale, it holds significant importance as the military command center. ⛺Pit No. 2: Although still partially under excavation, you can see the combination of different arms, such as cavalry and chariot soldiers, and learn about the Qin army's combat methods. 🐰Lishan Garden (Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Park): Take the free shuttle bus. K9901 burial pit (acrobatic terracotta figures): The acrobatic terracotta figures here strike various poses, depicting the entertainment scenes of the Qin court. ⛺Bronze Chariots and Horses Exhibition Hall: Don't miss the "Crown of Bronze" – the bronze chariots and horses. Their exquisite craftsmanship and lifelike shapes represent the pinnacle of ancient Chinese bronze art. ⛺K0006 burial pit (civil official terracotta figures): Learn about the image and functions of civil officials in the Qin Dynasty. ⛺Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor: Although not yet excavated, standing at the foot of the mound, you can sense its grandeur and imagine the majesty of Emperor Qinshihuang. 🐰Guide Service 👩🏻‍🏫Human guide: Independent or group tours are available. Please send a private message for inquiries. A guide can help you gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the Terracotta Army. ⚠️⚠️Important Notes 🐽Opening hours: Peak season: 08:30–17:00 (closes at 18:30); Off-season: 08:30–16:30 (closes at 18:00) 🐽Luggage storage: The museum's free luggage storage is located behind the LED video wall on the east side of the ticket hall. 🐰Nearby Attractions 🐱Huaqing Palace: This was a Tang Dynasty imperial palace, where the love story of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei unfolded. You can also visit the site of the Xi'an Incident. 🐱The large-scale historical stage play The Revival of the Terracotta Army ❣️Tips❣️:📸Recommended photo spots💖 ⃣Subway Zhonglou Station, Exit G1: Take a photo of the yellow shuttle bus after exiting the station for a retro vibe! ⃣Terracotta Army Museum entrance: Take a photo with the "Qin" character sculpture and post it on your Moments with the caption "Traveling through the Qin Dynasty"! ⃣Lishan Garden shuttle bus: Take photos of the scenery outside the window while on the bus. The lush greenery is super healing🌳 Things to avoid (lessons learned the hard way)💫💫💫💫 🚫Don't believe the "Lantian jade" sales pitches at the museum entrance! It's cheaper in the commercial street outside the museum! 🚫After arriving at Huaqing Pool Station on Subway Line 1, take Bus No. 602 or 613. Don't take the bus in the opposite direction!

Xi’an is an amazing city, full of history and charm—but looking back, I definitely made a few rookie mistakes that affected my experience. The biggest one? Not getting a guide at the Terracotta Warriors. It’s an impressive site, but also incredibly crowded and overwhelming. Without someone to walk me through the history and help navigate the space, everything felt a bit confusing and disconnected. I really missed out on understanding the deeper meaning of what I was seeing. Another misstep was not planning my route on the Xi’an City Wall. I don’t ride bikes, and the wall is huge, so just wandering aimlessly wasn’t the best idea—especially if you want to catch the beautiful nighttime views. A little more planning would’ve gone a long way. Xi’an has so much to offer, and I still had a great time—but if I could do it again, I’d definitely go in with more structure and a bit of help!#discoverchina

Go to Xi’an to learn of ancient Chinese history. Find the famed Terra cotta soldiers lined in formation. If you like historical relics you must go to see the Terra cotta army. The size and grandeur of these ancient relics is unimaginable. Anything you knew before going on this tour is small in comparison to how large this collection of clay soldier figures really is. #discoverchina While in this city you should also visit the ancient city wall. This site is more manageable for a variety of people. On clear days you can walk on top of the wall and learn about the architectural history. Others can rent a bike and cycle the wall perimeter.

Qin Shi Huang was a great and powerful king who ruled ancient China. He dreamed of living forever because he didn't want to give up what he had accomplished and the power he had. So he ordered the elixir of life to be found, and it is said that he ingested mercury, a mysterious substance at the time, and eventually died from mercury poisoning. Qin Shi Huang molded soldiers to protect him out of clay and buried them together in his tomb. They were buried underground for a long time, and a farmer discovered these clay soldiers while digging a well. If you actually go and see them, you will see the Terracotta Warriors from the First to the Third Terracotta Warriors, and there are infantry, archers, cavalry, and a separate command center, which is important historical evidence that shows the command system and types of troops at that time. And although they are made out of clay, each person has a different expression and appearance, and they are so delicately made that it is hard to believe that these are relics from thousands of years ago. Also, originally, these clay soldiers were buried with their faces, armor, clothes, etc. all colored, but during the excavation process in modern times, the colors remained immediately after excavation, but they quickly oxidized when exposed to air and lost their original colors. That's why the Terracotta Warriors and Horses have not been fully excavated, but excavation has stopped until the technology to preserve the colors is available. I hope you all see the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shi Huang in person and feel the amazing technological prowess of ancient times and the ambition of Qin Shi Huang for eternal life!

#xian #emperorqinshihuang #overrated #expensive Super Crowded, Expensive and Out of the Way 45 Minutes by Didi from City Central. The whole place is divided into different themes like Bronze Age, other countries Historical Artefacts, Semi Uncovered Pits and Fully Covered Standing Soldiers and Horses like those you see on Promotional Pictures. People would jostle for empty spots and squeeze you like no tomorrow... Lots of Touts both Licensed and Unlicensed once you step into the vicinity... Can do without since you can always google for the information or use Translation apps. Not recommended if you are not a History/Museum Buff 😉

📍Travel introduction It was a 2 nights and 3 days trip in Xi'an, 2 nights and 3 days trip in Chengdu, and 2 nights and 3 days trip in Xi'an again. 🚩Travel route It was a round-trip flight from Incheon using Asiana mileage, and a round-trip high-speed train to Chengdu. 🏖️Landmarks Terracotta Warriors, Bell Tower, Huimin Street, and Dadang Everlasting City. In particular, the Dadang Everlasting City is so splendid that you can walk and walk endlessly. 🚇Transportation Mainly use the subway and Didi Chuxing (similar to Grab or Uber) 📷Photo spots Zhonglu, Dadang Bulyaseong, and Terracotta Army Cavalry ...

#chillandthrill Visiting the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an is one of those experiences that leaves you speechless. I’d seen pictures before, but nothing compares to seeing the sheer scale of it in person. Rows and rows of life-sized warriors, each with unique features, standing guard in this massive underground mausoleum—it’s mind-blowing. You can’t help but think about the people who crafted these statues thousands of years ago, and the sheer amount of work and detail that went into creating this army for China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. The warriors were buried for over 2,000 years before being discovered, and now they’re considered one of the most important archaeological finds in history. I spent hours just walking through the different pits, soaking in the history and the craftsmanship. It’s one of those places where you really get a sense of how vast and rich China’s history is. If you’re ever in Xi’an, seeing the Terracotta Warriors is an absolute must. #TerracottaWarriors #AncientChina #QinDynasty #HistoryComeToLife #CulturalHeritage #XianHighlights #UnbelievableHistory

Visiting the Terracotta Army in Xi’an is an awe-inspiring experience! The sheer scale and detail of the thousands of life-sized soldiers, each with unique expressions, is absolutely breathtaking. It’s incredible to witness this monumental archaeological discovery up close and learn about its history. The museum is well-organized, with informative exhibits and plenty of space to view the warriors from different angles. A must-see for anyone interested in history and ancient Chinese culture!#HistoryAndCulture #TravelChina

The Terracotta Army is a breathtaking historical site and a true wonder to see in person. The scale and detail of each warrior statue are incredible, showcasing the craftsmanship of ancient China. It’s awe-inspiring to witness this massive army standing guard after centuries. Definitely a must-visit for anyone interested in history and archaeology!

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