
Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking
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September 2026
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4.5/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking worth booking?
Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking is a 3-hour experience in Xian, China, from $17 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $17 per person
The Terracotta Warriors have different images and vivid expressions. It is a pearl in the history of ancient Chinese sculpture art and is known as the eighth wonder of the world and one of the great archaeological discov
What you get
- IMPORTANT:It may be a bit crowded during your visit in high season.
- Shuttle bus between the above two attractions
- IMPORTANT: The museum is only accessible within selected time period.
- IMPORTANT: All of your names, passport number, phone number are required
- The opening hours of the museum are from 8:30 am to 5:00pm. Please arrange your entrance time well.
- Entrance Ticket of Terracotta Warriors and Mausoleum of the first Qin Emperor
About this experience
The Terracotta Warriors have different images and vivid expressions. It is a pearl in the history of ancient Chinese sculpture art and is known as the eighth wonder of the world and one of the great archaeological discoveries in the 20th century. As one of the most famous attractions in China, it has received more than 80 million domestic and foreign visitors. FOR YOUR ATTENTION!!! The museum adheres to strict regulations on admission times, and you are required to enter on time according to your reserved time slot. Please ensure that you arrive and wait at least 30 minutes before your reserved time slot, and enter for your visit on time, so as to avoid any inconvenience when entering the museum and affecting your experience. The corresponding time slots for the selected times are as follows: 08:00~09:30, 09:31~10:30, 10:31~11:30, 11:31~12:30, 12:31~13:30, 13:31~14:30, 14:31~15:30, 15:31~17:30
What's included
Included
- IMPORTANT:It may be a bit crowded during your visit in high season.
- Shuttle bus between the above two attractions
- IMPORTANT: The museum is only accessible within selected time period.
- IMPORTANT: All of your names, passport number, phone number are required
- The opening hours of the museum are from 8:30 am to 5:00pm. Please arrange your entrance time well.
- Entrance Ticket of Terracotta Warriors and Mausoleum of the first Qin Emperor
Not included
- NO Transportation
- NO Guide Service
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
What you'll see and do
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
The Terracotta Warriors pits are burial pits for the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor. Three pits have been discovered and are numbered as Pit 1, Pit 2, and Pit 3. There are nearly 8,000 terracotta figures and horses in three pits, which are similar in size to real people and horses. The images of the terracotta figures are all different, and their expressions are vivid. It is a pearl in the history of ancient Chinese sculpture art and is known as the eighth wonder of the world and one of the great archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor
Take the free shuttle bus from Terra-cotta Warriors to the Mausoleum of First Qin Emperor(Lishan Garden).
60 minutes here
Qinhuang Grand Theatre
"Beauty of Qin Warriors" Show.When you finish visiting the Terra-cotta warriors Museum.We highly recommend to watch the Terra-cotta Warriors show in the Qinhuang Grand Theatre.After you get out of the Terra-cotta Warriors Museum walk about 150 metres you will find the theatre on your right side. It's a residing performance in Qin culture resort. You don’t really experience Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum without watching the performance of Beauty Of Qin Warriors. Beauty Of Qin Warriors enhances the visiting to Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. Visiting to Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum unveils Beauty Of Terracotta Warriors.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Qinling North Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710612, China
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses · Qinling North Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710612, China
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Private Terra-cotta Army Tour: Private transportation and guide for 9 hours English Speaking Guide
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Xi'an China travel service
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A wonder revealed
It was a real pleasure to meet Mr Yang after seeing the warriors. The whole story is fantastic. The detail in the sculpture of each unique warrior. The fact that there was no record of the existence of the site. The discovery by a farmer digging his well , such an everyday act, yet yielding extraordinary wonder.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your excellent 5‑star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Terracotta Warriors and the fascinating story behind their discovery – especially meeting Mr. Yang. A quick tip for future visitors: when you book through us, there's no need to exchange tickets – just go straight to the entrance and scan your passport. So don't forget to bring it with you! We appreciate your trust in Xi'an China Travel Service and hope to see you again soon.
via Tripadvisor
Great trip
Great experience, however we were lucky enough to be approached by a Chinese lady who spoke English and knew where to go and provided us with hearing aids so that we could listen to her explanations. I would recommend booking a guide or getting one when you get to the entrance. It made life so much easier.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your excellent 5‑star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Terracotta Warriors and the fascinating story behind their discovery – especially meeting Mr. Yang. A quick tip for future visitors: when you book through us, there's no need to exchange tickets – just go straight to the entrance and scan your passport. So don't forget to bring it with you! We appreciate your trust in Xi'an China Travel Service and hope to see you again soon.
via Viator
You buy a day ticket - without a timeslot!
There is no timeslot. I had booked from 3pm. Thought I would have indicated them only from 3pm admission and only for a certain time. This is wrong. You can use the ticket all day and there are no slots where you can only be in the park. I was very late and therefore had an extremely crowded park and little time (5pm is closing) For this misinformation, I get only 3 out of 5 stars.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify that the ticket booked was a general admission "day pass," which typically allows flexible entry any time during opening hours, not only from 3:00 PM. We understand your disappointment about the crowds and limited time. During peak seasons, securing tickets is very challenging, and we were glad to have successfully obtained yours. For the best experience, we always recommend an early arrival. We appreciate your business and hope to serve you better in the future. Best regards
via Viator (translated)
Terracotta Warriors
An absolutely fantastic experience. Our guide Angie was excellent, incredibly knowledgeable, charming and so special to share this wonderful experience with her. The trip was certainly worth it and we had the opportunity to view the short movie which was outstanding and allowed us to have our faces put into the various warriors outfits. The driver was delightful, drove well and the car was modern and super clean. Angie recommended the cultural dance and music performance in Xi’an which we decided to do that evening. It was also worth going too. Highly recommend this experience. Thanks Angie for a wonderful day.
Response from the operator: Thank you for this fantastic review! We're delighted that you had such a wonderful day with Angie and enjoyed everything from the Terracotta Warriors experience to the comfortable transportation and the evening cultural show she recommended. We've passed your heartfelt thanks along to Angie – she'll be so happy! We truly appreciate your high recommendation.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $17 to $198
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xian.
How much does Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking cost?
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Prices start at $17 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 Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 4 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 Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking?
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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 Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking?
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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Terracotta Warriors Tickets Booking 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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