Xian, China Price Guide Last Updated: Jan 2022

BACKPACKER INDEX: US$38.44
1 USD = 7.0800 CNY
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Xian Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar8.00 - 18.00
starstarstarstarstar12.00 - 26.00
starstarstarstarstar22.00 - 56.00
starstarstarstarstar30.00 - 108.00
starstarstarstarstar89.00 - 152.00

Xian Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed6.50 - 10.00

Xian Attractions Prices

Location Description Type Price(USD)
City Wall of XianWalk along the city wall or rent a bike for a half a day. The hike takes about 4 to 5 hours so keep that in mind.
student
adult
3.81
7.63
Forest of StelesHere you'll find a collection of 2,300 stone tablets. This is the oldest collection of it's kind in China.
all ages
10.59
Grand MosqueSeating for over 1,000 worshipers, it is famed as the first mosque to ever be built in China.
adult
3.53
Army of Terracotta Warriors and HorsesThis is what you've come to see, so be thankful they don't charge even more.
adult
student
21.19
10.59
Drum & Bell TowersSee both of these neighboring towers in the city center on a joint ticket.
adult
4.24

Xian Food and drink prices

Food Type Description Price(USD)
Budget breakfastHotel food can be a bit on the pricey side while local eateries and cafes tend to have bigger portions and a great price.1.55 - 3.39
Budget lunchDumplings are a great lunch item that also serve as a great midnight snack.1.84 - 4.24
Budget dinnerSmall restaurants tend to serve locals more than visitors and are a great place to go for a reasonably priced dish.3.81 - 8.47
Beer (bottle)The local lager is much cheaper than imports.1.27 - 3.53
Street food portionsThe Muslim Quarter near the Drum Tower is lined with tiny places selling cheap and good little meals.1.55 - 2.26

transportation prices

Type Price(USD)
Subway in Xian0.28 - 0.56
Bus to Terracotta Warriors1.27
3km taxi ride in Xian1.69 - 2.40
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