
Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service
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5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service worth booking?
Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service is a 4-hour experience in Xian, China, from $38 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $38 per person
Buy your ticket in advance to the Terra-Cotta Warriors at Xi'an. Advance tickets guarantee your admission on your chosen day and time; there's no risk of sold-out tickets.
What you get
About this experience
Buy your ticket in advance to the Terra-Cotta Warriors at Xi'an. Advance tickets guarantee your admission on your chosen day and time; there's no risk of sold-out tickets.
What's included
Included
- • Terra-Cotta Warriors Entrance fees & booking services charge
- • Services of an English-speaking local guide(If option with the tour is selected)
- • Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan(If option with transfer is selected)
What you'll see and do
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
As the former capital of China, Xi’an was the seat of the Chinese Emperor for more than 10 dynasties over a period of 1,000 years. On this half-day, 4-5-hour private tour you will visit one of the highlights of Xi’an, the thousands of life-sized terracotta warriors in the superb mausoleum museum. Visiting the Terracotta Warriors and Horses is a highlight of any Xi'an tour, and gives you the chance to see more than 8,000 life-size Qin Dynasty-era model soldiers. Discovered in 1974, the warriors are located to the east of Emperor Qin Shihuang's Tomb, where the man who first unified China is buried.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tickets + car from/to airport
About the tour: This tour include the tickets to the museum, round trip private transfer from Xi'an airport to museum. About the transfer: You will be picked up from Xi'an airport/hotel and dropped off at your Xi'an hotel/airport, just with the car, no guide. Pickup included
Entrance Ticket Only
Duration: 3 hours: You can spend around 3hrs in the Terra-Cotta Warriors & horses museum and the ticket will be available from 8:30am to 17:00pm How to get there: You can go there by taxi or metro. Ticket Only: Choose this option to include the entrance fee to the Terra-cotta Warriors only, no guide, no transfer services. Pickup included
Ticket+City transfer+Guide
Duration: 6 hours About the tour: This Tour to include an English speaking tour guide, Xi'an city hotel to Terra-cotta Warriors round trip transfer and ticket. Pickup included
Tickets + Transfer from City
Duration: 5 hours: From Xi'an city to the museum need 1.5hrs driving each way and you can spend 2-3hrs in the Terra-cotta Warriors museum. Tickets + Transfer from City: Choose this option to include the entrance fee to the museum, city hotels to Terra-cotta Warriors round trip transfer service Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- happychinatours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Rich in History
We booked the ticket only option and it was very convenient because the venue was very very busy and all we had to do was use our passports to enter without waiting in lines to purchase tickets. The site is amazing with a lot to see, just remember to take the bus to the Emperors Mausoleum section as we did not know about this beforehand and stumbled upon it by surprise. We would suggest going in the off peak season as the venue is very crowded during Spring festival and the pits are difficult to access, but we managed to get great photos.
via Viator
Great option to Visit the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site
It was a great option since I didn't have WeChat to book in advance so they were able to do that for me and just had to show the passport on arrival. Convenient service for an independent traveller. The place was amazing but expect lots of crowds to see this unique warriors. Communication with Andy was great all the time and I would totally recommend it
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $38 to $328
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service cost?
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Prices start at $38 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xian usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Xian is not rushed.
Is Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Xian, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Xian can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Xian and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Terra-cotta Warriors Ticket with Optional Car & Guided Service start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Xian within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Xian?
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On Outty we rank every Xian experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Xi'an Day Tour: Terracotta Army&Optional City Attractions, All-Inclusive Terracotta Army Tour with Premium Buffet Lunch, 2-Day Customized Warriors Tours & Xian Top Attractions. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Xian?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Xian?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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