Xi'an is inexpensive, with cheap street food and affordable transport.
Is Xi'an expensive?
Inexpensive for most visitors. Xi'an is inexpensive, with cheap street food and affordable transport.
Money, cards and tipping
Currency: Chinese yuan (CNY).
Tipping: Not customary.
Where to save money
- Eat in the Muslim Quarter.
- Use the metro.
- Book tickets online.
Where it is worth spending
- A private guide for the Terracotta Army.
Free things to do in Xi'an
- The city wall exterior
- Muslim Quarter wandering
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Xi'an budget questions
What currency is used in Xi'an?
Chinese yuan (CNY).
Is tipping expected in Xi'an?
Not customary.
How can I save money in Xi'an?
Eat in the Muslim Quarter. Use the metro. Book tickets online.