Terra-cotta Warriors Admission Ticket

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Duration

1 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Overview

Step into one of the most astonishing archaeological discoveries of the 20th century—the Terracotta Army of Xi’an. With this admission ticket, explore the UNESCO-listed Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses at your own pace. Standing guard for over 2,000 years, these life-sized clay soldiers, horses, and chariots offer a glimpse into the ambition and artistry of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang.

Whether you’re a history lover, culture seeker, or simply curious about the ancient world, this visit promises an unforgettable journey through time.


📅 Opening Hours

Daily: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Last entry at 4:30 PM

Available Entry Time Slots:

  • 08:30 – 09:30

  • 09:31 – 10:30

  • 10:31 – 11:30

  • 11:31 – 12:30

  • 12:31 – 13:30

  • 13:31 – 14:30

  • 14:31 – 15:30

  • 15:31 – 16:30

🕐 Important Note:

Please arrive at the site and enter within your reserved time slot. Entry is not guaranteed outside of the designated period.


What You’ll See

🪖 Thousands of Life-Sized Clay Soldiers – Each figure with unique facial features, battle poses, and armor details, silently guarding the emperor’s tomb.

🚩 Three Excavation Pits – Wander through the massive excavation halls—Pit 1 alone holds more than 6,000 warriors.

🧱 Restoration in Progress – Witness archaeologists carefully piecing history back together, offering insight into ancient craftsmanship.

🏺 Bronze Chariots & Weapons – Discover the advanced metallurgy and military ingenuity of the Qin Dynasty.

📸 Unforgettable Photos – The scale, detail, and mystery of the Terracotta Army make it one of the world’s most photogenic historic sites.


Why Choose This Ticket?

✔️ Flexible, self-guided entry to a world-renowned wonder

✔️ Perfect for independent travelers, families, and culture lovers

✔️ Includes access to all three main pits and the museum exhibitions

✔️ Easy to add to any Xi’an itinerary


Highlights

  • 🎯 Tour Highlights
  • 🔹 Skip-the-line entrance
  • 🔹 Explore at your own pace
  • 🔹 Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese history
  • 🔹 Ideal for first-time visitors to Xi’an

Included/Excluded

  • ✔️ Admission ticket to the Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
  • ✔️ Access to all three main excavation pits
  • ✔️ Entry to the Bronze Chariot Exhibition Hall
  • ✔️ Museum exhibitions on Qin Dynasty history and burial culture
  • ✘ Transportation to/from the museum
  • ✘ Tour guide service (self-guided visit)
  • ✘ Meals and beverages
  • ✘ Audio guide (available for rent onsite)

Durations

0 - 3 hours

Languages

English

Destinations

xi'an

Tour's Location

xian

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Anonymous
Lucas Silva
04/04/2026

Holiday crowd

So many people during the holiday, difficult to get a good view of the pits.
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Sophie Martin
04/04/2026

Too crowded

Visited during Qingming holiday and it was extremely crowded. Hard to see clearly.
Anonymous
Amanda Lee
03/15/2026

Well maintained

The site is huge and very well maintained.

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