Private Tour
Terracotta Warriors Ticket with Professional English Guide
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Navigating online ticket bookings for popular Chinese attractions can be different without a local ID and payment method ,and long waits are common .Booking in advance through a reliable service and joining a guided tour with skip -- the -- line --access is far superior : it eliminates booking hassles ,skips long queues , and ensure a smooth , time --efficient visit .
You'll gain priority entry to this UNESCO site , hear engaging stories of life --sized terracotta army and imperial history , learn about ancient ''High Techniques '' dating back 2.000 years ago . The guide's commentary will bring history to life , turning your tour into an engaging cultural experience , not just a sightseeing trip .
After trip in museum , you can even try your hand at making a small terracotta finger using thousand --year --old techniques and taste typical local food , Biangbiang noddles and drinks . This itinerary is thoughtfully arranged to allow plenty of time for you to explore at your own pace .
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
In museum , here's a breakdown of what you can experience : 1 . The Three Main Excavation Pits ( The Heart of the Museum ) Pit 1 : The largest and most impressive . It houses over 6000 life --sized Terracotta warriors and horses in battle formation . The scale ,with rows of infantry , chariots and cavalry ,is breathtaking . Pit 2 : More complex and considered the ''highlight' of the army's military array . It contains arches , cavalry , charioteers ,and infantry in mixed formations . Pit 3 : The smallest , believed to be high command headquarters . It contains high --ranking officers , a war chariot and fewer soldiers .It layout suggests it was the command post . 2 .The Actual Archaeological Works in Progress A key part of the visit is seeing that this is an active dig site . In Pits 1 , 2 , you can watch archaeologists at work , painstakingly cleaning and reassembling fragments .You see the process of discovery in real time . Visiting Pit 1 -- Pit 2 -- Pit 3 .
Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum
Emperor QinShiHuang's Mausoleum , here's a breakdown of what you can experience : 1 : The Unexcavated Tomb Mound of Emperor QinShiHuang : The reason for the entire army .The pyramid --shaped buried mound of the First Emperor is visible in distance . It is unexcavated and likely will rremain so far centuries due to technical challenges and respect for the dead . It is a powerful , mysterious presence overlooking the site . 2 : The Bronze Chariots and Houses Exhibition Hall : This houses two incredibly detailed , half --life size bronze chariots , each drawn by 4 bronze horses . Discovered near by tomb in 1980 . They are masterpieces of ancient metallurgy . They're fully functional and adorned with gold and silver fitting . This hall is air --conditioned and feels like a treasure vault .
What‘s Included
2) Guide + Receivers of Terracotta museum ( pit No 1 , 2 , 3 )
3 ) The content of explanation of 3 pits includes Emperor's Mausoleum and 2 bronze chariots
4 ) Shuttle bus in between Terracotta museum and Emperor's Mausoleum
5) Map of Terracotta Museum and Emperor's Mausoleum
6 ) Each order has a small gift of this unforgettable tour
1) The ticket of Terracotta museum + Emperor's mausoleum
Options
private & luxury
1）Terracotta museum : In Terracotta museum ,visitors will see Pits 1, 2 , 3 and excavation area
Duration: 5 hours
2 ) Emperor's mausoleum : After finished Terracotta museum , visitors take shuttle bus to visit Emperor's main tomb and tow bronze chariots
shuttle bus in between
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
A727WPmels,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really glad I did this tour. Jenny was really knowledgeable and made the tour the best one yet. Highly recommend
Great
jjN8340KD,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, very interesting.
Very friendly person
Zineb E,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.005 out of 5 the tour was good and the tour guide was very nice and friendly
Extremely knowledgeable and upbeat!
phongl837,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was fantastic, Jenny was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the history of china. Very detailed in her explanations and knew all the best photo spots. Her English was excellent and her upbeat personality made the tour very fun and enjoyable.
Great Experience with Jenny
570amandaz,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jenny gave us a very detailed tour of the terra cotta museum. We will book her tour again if we re-visit Xi’an next time!
Enjoyed
umrbeku,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a nice experience to have a guide tour in a museum, because it is a lot of information we would miss without a guide
Great guide
dimitril773,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great and very interesting guiding!
Great tour of the terracotta warriors
F9657ABbenjaminw,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jenny was a great tour guide and was very informative. Would highly recommend her as a tour guide as her English was very good and she was clear to understand.
Excellent tour with Jenny!
Freedom32993303306,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jenny was amazing! We loved her tour, she showed everything and explain the meanining of the different armies. She's funny and friendly. Would 100% recommend her.
Fantastic memorable experience
Mikochloe,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Do not hesitate to choose this guide. Wonderful experience The guide does speak English very clear, with precious informations. Without her we would have been lost in the chinese crowd. With this guide you will not miss a thing.
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