[2024 Xi'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Xi'an City Wall Ride (Updated Jul)

Xi'an's Majestic City Wall!

Location: Xi'an, Shaanxi province. Getting there: Take the subway line 2 to yong King men station. Get out at the city wall exit (clearly labelled inside the subway) and the entrance is two minutes away. Entrance fee: 58 RMB per person. The city wall is the most picturesque part of Xi'an. The wall is quite big and would take three hours to walk round. Fortunately you can rent a bicycle and do it in about an hour. Don't forget to stop off for photographs like I did. I recommend coming late afternoon and staying for sunset. Seeing the wall lit up with pink skies is a true wonder! #xian #citywall

The City Wall of Xi'an

Xi'an City Wall Getting there: Line 2 of the subway, yongningmen station. Located in the centre of the city, the city wall of Xi'an runs for several kilometers. For an entry fee of around 58RMB, you can spend the entire day walking around it and enjoying the scenery. Alternatively, you can pay a little extra and ride a bike around the wall to get fit. Suggestion: you can enter via south, west and north gate. I recommend the south gate because you can enjoy the best views of Bell Tower. #xiancitywall

Xi’an - City Wall Day and Night

Xi’an city wall did not disappoint. It’s super simple to get there by taxi and equally as easy to book a ticket either using Wechat or the ticketing offices. Once on the wall, you can choose to walk, cycle or take a shuttle bus. The wall itself is huge and the distance from start to finish is about 21km. I decided to cycle first (45rmb to rent a bike for 180 minutes) and then walk and it took me all afternoon. It was however, a very well spent afternoon taking in the beautiful views and learning a little more about Xi’an’s history. There are lots of places to get drinks and snacks along the way. As I visited during the Chinese New Year holiday, I had the extra treat of observing a beautiful lantern festival on the wall. It cost 100RMB and was open from 18:00-23:00. It was extremely busy but wonderful to see. #newyearadventure #china #chinesenewyear #xian #wall

New Year of Rabbit in Xi’an

One of the best views on New Year in Xi’an is on the city wall by Yongningmen 永宁门 subway station. You can walk on the wall or you can walk along the city wall and enjoy the scenery. There are two dragons right in front of the wall and many lanterns on the trees. You can get your own rabbit lantern like the one on second photo. There are telescopes and you can observe the moon and the stars. Especially this I this year it is must see as you might find the rabbit 🐇 on the moon 🙃. Come Yongningmen and take the imaginary Hop to the moon 🌙. Happy New Year! #yearofrabbit #newyearadventure

Bicycle ride on Xi'an Wall

Getting There - There are 4 different gates that you can enter. You can walk there, take a bicycle or a taxi. Attractions - The length of Xi'an City Wall 13,47km that you can walk or rent a bicycle and ride around on the city wall. You can stop along the way and look at the buildings along the way, stop for a drink or ice-cream or look at the view outside of the city wall. It's 45 yuan to rent a bicycle and 100 yuan for deposit that you get back when you bring the bicycle back. Hotels - A lot of hotels you can choose from in the area around the city wall. My preference is Crystal Orange Hotel it's close to the wall and their service is great. Food & Restaurants - There are a few stands where you can buy something to eat or drink. Shopping - There are a few kiosks where you can buy ice-cream and drinks and souvenir shops. #xi'ancitywall #bicycleride#summervacation

Xi’an City Wall📸

Getting There - Travel to Xi’an, Shaanxi ✈️🚂🚘 Attractions - Biking Around the Xi’an City Wall🚴🏻‍♀️ Hotels - Many Options to Explore 🏨 Food & Restaurants - Muslim Quarter Food🥟🍜🥙 Shopping - Souvenirs🛍 If ever visiting Xi’an, one of the most popular destinations to explore is the beautiful city wall🌇🏙 First built long back in 1370, this historic monument wraps around the city center of Xi’an and can be travelled by foot, bicycle or sightseeing battery car🌳🌱 With 18 different gates for entrance, it’s easily accessible no matter where you are in the city and can be used as a pathway to your next destination📸 Enjoy incredible city views from high up on the wall and make most of the many photo opportunities along the way📸🌱🌳 #explore #china #tripmoment #tripaway #triplocal #tripmoments #weekendgetaway #cityoverlook #citylife

Xi’an Bussiness Trip

While in Xi’an, make sure you take a bike ride on the 600 year old city wall. It’s an incredible experience. 🚲. It only costs 45 rmb to rent the bike for three hours!! Lots of great scenery throughout your ride. Don’t miss it! ❤️ #historicallandmarks #chinabeauty #merrychristmas #merrychristmas

Xian city wall

#travelanywhere Xi'an City Wall is one of the oldest and best-preserved city walls in China, encircling the heart of Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Province. Built during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), it stretches approximately 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) and stands 12 meters (40 feet) high. The wall features a series of gates, towers, and parapets, offering a glimpse into ancient military architecture. Visitors can walk or bike along the top of the wall, enjoying panoramic views of the city and its blend of modern and historic sites. The Xi'an City Wall is a significant cultural landmark, reflecting the city's rich history and strategic importance.

It's not Europe! It's Xi'an! 🏯

Xi'an Walls are one of the most remarkable historical landmarks in China symbolizing the unique and a thousand years of history. Xi'an wall is situated at the center of Xi'an city and once became a wall to pretect the capital city of Ming Dynasty- The Chang'an City. The ambiance is surreal and the walls can tell how majestic this place during the rule of Emperors in China. Visit Xi'an and discover the unique and historical places it can offer!#china #xi'an #shaanxi

Xi'An Walls are a Must

Had our wedding photoshoot done here. I must say, it's even awesome in the midst of drizzling rain. The historical vibe you get while wearing Tang dresses are impressive to say the least. It is well maintained, big and beautiful place #china #xian

Memories of the Ancient City: Xi'an, a poem of history, awaits your interpretation!

✨Memories of the Ancient City✨: 🌟 Xi'an, a poem of history📚, awaits your interpretation! Every brick and tile tells a story of a thousand years. 👣 🏰The Terracotta Army is not just statues; they are a vivid historical scroll! Those lifelike soldiers, as if one could hear the battle drums in their hearts. 🔍The Big Wild Goose Pagoda, with the Buddha's light atop, illuminates the ancient Chang'an road, elevating the purification of the soul at this moment. 🌄 🍲Culinary Map🔥, how can one resist the call of the Muslim Quarter? The crispy meat sandwich, the refreshing cold noodles, a steaming bowl of mutton soup with bread, each bite is the taste of Xi'an. 🍽️ 🎭Cultural Feast🎭, the Shaanxi History Museum is a treasure box of time, hiding the secrets of Qin bricks and Han tiles. And by the Qujiang Pool, historical plays are performed in turn, as if traveling back to the heyday of the Tang Dynasty. 🎬 🎶Artistic Melody🎶, the interplay of light and shadow in shadow puppetry, the bold and vigorous Shaanbei folk songs, art finds new life here. 🎵 🏰Integration of Past and Present🏰, Xi'an, you are the perfect blend of ancient and modern, each step is a tribute to history. 📸 Don't hesitate, pack your bags, and let's explore the endless charm of this millennium-old capital together! ✈️

I don’t think I understood just how BIG Xi’an is!

Xi’an’s Ancient City wall takes 3 hours to walk around, which only comprises around 7% of the entire city. Still so much to see, eat and explore ⭐️ 📍 Xi’an Ancient Wall, Xi’an, China • #sheisnotlost #tasteintravel #darlingescapes #ladiesgoneglobal #girlsborntotravel #roamtheplanet #getoutstayout #dametaveler #besteuropephotos #spring #girlsthatwander #openmyworld #tasteintravel #beautifuldestinations #chinatravel

Cycling along the Xi’an city wall is such a memorable and fun experience. Total of around 13km, we took less than 2 hours to complete. Cycling allowed us to travel along the entire perimeter and marvel and the construction during ancient times.#Xi’an #cycling

The Unforgettable Loop | Xi'an City Wall

#falltrip The Xi'an City Wall, also known as the Xi'an City Fortifications, is a well-preserved ancient city wall that surrounds the historic core of Xi'an, a city in Shaanxi Province, China. The Xi'an City Wall dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), making it over 600 years old. It was built during the reign of Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, as part of the city's defensive fortifications. Currently The Xi'an City Wall stands as one of the most extensive and complete city walls in China. It encircles the ancient city center of Xi'an, forming a rectangle with a total length of approximately 13.7 kilometers (8.5 miles). The wall stands at a height of about 12 meters (39 feet) and is 15 meters (49 feet) wide at its base. The wall features four main gates, one on each side of the rectangle: Changle Gate (east), Anding Gate (west), Yongning Gate (south), and Anyuan Gate (north). These gates have their own historical and architectural significance. In short, The Xi'an City Wall is not only a symbol of the city's historical significance but also a remarkable example of ancient Chinese engineering and architecture. Tips and Tricks ⁉️ 🚲The Xi'an City Wall is a popular tourist attraction and offers visitors the unique opportunity to walk or cycle along the top of the wall. It provides panoramic views of the city, including the surrounding neighborhoods and the modern skyline. 🏮The wall is beautifully illuminated at night, creating a picturesque and serene atmosphere. It's a great time for a leisurely stroll along the top of the wall to enjoy the city's lights. #SpinTheWorld #wecreate #trip

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China’s Most Impressive Wall

Name: The City Wall of Xi’an Location: Centre of Xi’an city in Shaanxi The city wall is probably the best attraction inside the city of Xi’an. It takes about four hours to walk around the entire wall but you can do it in one hour when you rent a bike. I love visiting this attraction on more than one occasion because the sky looks different. Try to come on a sunny day at sunset to enjoy the pink sky and it’s the ancient wall in the foreground. From the wall you can look down into the ancient houses and see Bell Tower from a distance. Stunning history all around you. #wecreate #xian #citywall