Overview
Mobile ticket
We guarantee your entry even during peak season, so you can focus on the wonder of the Terracotta Army without worrying about sold‑out tickets.
From the start, our dedicated English‑speaking consultant will handle your booking and provide detailed information to help you enjoy this ancient site to the fullest.
You can choose the tour style that best fits your needs:
1. Entrance ticket only (no guide or transportation). Simply present your passport or ID at the entrance.
2. Entrance ticket with a shared on‑site guide, who will meet you at a designated location.
3. Guided tour with round‑trip transfers.
All options are designed to meet different visitors’ needs, and we strive to arrange a seamless experience for your time in Xi’an.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children aged 6–16 holding foreign passports are eligible for half-price admission.
Free of charge for Children under 6.
For Chinese, or residents from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, minors under the age of 16 and seniors over 65 are eligible for free admission, by presenting their ID card or travel permit.
Please ensure that your name and passport number is accurately provided.
This is a pre-booking service. Tickets are released 7 days in advance, and confirmations will be sent upon issuance.
If you booked the "Ticket Only" service, please proceed to the museum independently, no meeting point is arranged.
What To Expect
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Emperor Qin Shi Huang (259 - 210BC), the first emperor of the first unified dynasty of Imperial China, left the UNESCO World Heritage Site to Xian. You will see a super large collection of life-size terra cotta sculptures in battle formations, reproducing the mega imperial guard troops. Being the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century, the Terracotta Army is no doubt a must-see for every visitor to Xi'an.
Options
Entry Ticket Only, No Guide
Entry ticket only, No guide: Ticket is booked under your passport/ID, please show it at the entrance; Entry time: 08:30-16:30.
Half-Day Tour Terracotta Army
Mini Group Tour: Half-day to Terracotta Army with a buffet lunch, pickup from hotel & drop-off at the square of Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Duration: 5 hours All-inclusive: Entry ticket, English-speaking guide, driver, hotel pickup, and a buffet lunch with 25+ main dishes & local snacks.
1 Day Mini Group Xian Tour
Mini Group Tour: 1 Day to Terracotta Army, Buffet Lunch, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, City Wall, and a short stop at Muslim Bazaar. Duration: 9 hours All-inclusive: Entry tickets, English-speaking guide, driver, hotel pickup & drop-off, and a buffet lunch with 25+ dishes & local snacks.
Entry Ticket & Onsite Guide
Includes : Entry ticket to Terracotta Army Museum, and an shared on-site tour guide. Duration: 3 hours: The guided service last about 2.5 hours. Excludes: All transportation. Guests must arrange their own transfer to the meeting point. Meeting Time: About 09:00 AM, we will email you the details. A 10-minute delay is considered a no-show. What to Bring: Passport or ID used for booking. Or entry will be denied. Group Size: Around 15 people, with a shared English-speaking tour guide.
What‘s Included
IMPORTANT: Your passport is required for entry. Do not forget to bring it.
A guide will be provided should you select an option that includes guiding services.
Admission ticket to Terracotta Army Museum.
Admission - Lishan Yuan
NO Guide service for the entry ticket only option.
NO transporation.
NO Golf car.
Meeting points
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Qinling North Road, Xi'an China
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
137 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top Guide in Xi’an
Danny T,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Celine was an absolute star. She was very knowledgeable and so enthusiastic, we were all so eager to find out more not just about the Terra-cotta warriors but about China in general. She made a difference and we definitely enjoyed our day out with her!
The Terracotta Warriors...
Gwaredd M,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Terracotta Warriors and the Qin dynasty is, I think, one of the fundamental ways to help understand China as a country and well worth a visit. The magnitude and scale is mind blowing.
Not to be comprehended
Anton van G,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You have to see it to believe how incredibly special this place is and what a lot of professionals must have worked on this. Even on a quiet day is quite busy by our standards but a matter of patience and then there is a hole on the railing to get a perfect view of the thousands of images. For convenience, take a taxi instead of metro/bus, is not expensive and saves a lot of waiting.
Easy
Grigory Z,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We only bought entry tickets and it worked perfectly well. Communicating with the vendor was also easy.
Lily was a great tour...
Krishna B,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lily was a great tour guide! She was very informative and did a great job showing us the site! It was a great experience!
This is best done on your own
Saqib Q,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00This is simply transport and tickets. There was no guide. We got a guide separately at the museum. You can buy the tickets yourself, and easily arrange the transport from any sensible hotel or the Didi app.
Superb Tour
Eileen M,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Superb tour. Celine is first class, her knowledge and friendliness makes the whole experience a pleasure. We didn’t expect to get such fantastic information and insight into the warriors history , their discovery and on going excavation work. Great pre trip communication too. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Fabulous day tour
Kerry N,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I highly recommend this tour. Roger was our guide for today and he is so knowledgeable about the history of each place we visited. The Terracotta Warriors are amazing and well worth the visit. Though the crowds of people are brutal!
Unforgettable Tour with an Exceptional Guide!
Ivana T,May 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing visit to the Terracotta Army! Our guide, Roger, was knowledgeable, professional, and made the day run smoothly. He handled a tricky situation with another visitor calmly and offered great solutions. Highly recommend this tour—thank you, Roger, for an unforgettable experience!
Unforgettable experience!
albertomartins2026,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We traveled to Xi’an with my partner specifically to see the Terracotta Army, and the experience did not disappoint. Our guide, Tracy, accompanied us throughout the entire tour, answering our questions and giving us helpful recommendations on how to get around the city. Without a doubt, I highly recommend it!
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