Just go for it! Pack all the romance of Chang'an into this 3-day itinerary

Help! Three days and two nights to fully explore Chang'an City! A nanny-level guide that photo lovers will rejoice over, foodies will fall for, and history buffs will scream about is here! Day 1: Instantly travel through the Tang Dynasty universe Head straight to the Shaanxi History Museum in the morning! It houses 370,000 national treasures. Strongly recommend buying the 30 yuan Treasure Pavilion ticket—gold-inlaid beast head agate cup and gilded dancing horse cup are stunning beyond words! Remember to book 3 days in advance on the official account! Hanfu fans must go! The makeup and costume shop at the entrance offers a full Tang-style look for just over 200 yuan. Carry a round fan and stroll among the relics—your social media grid will be fully loaded with amazing shots! In the afternoon, rush to the North Square of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda! Asia’s largest musical fountain show starts on time. Find the viewing platform on the 4th floor of Joy City Mall, use the ancient pagoda as your backdrop for silhouette photos, and the atmosphere will be legendary! When night falls, the Great Tang All Day Mall instantly becomes "Chang'an’s top hotspot"! Fireworks and silver flowers, neon costumes—any live snapshot looks like a scene from a historical drama! To catch the unyielding lady with the roly-poly doll, reserve your spot early (North Square shows at 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM). Holding hands here will instantly transport you back a thousand years! Day 2: A day of carb-fueled brain happiness Climb the Bell and Drum Towers early in the morning before the mist clears! The combined ticket for 50 yuan unlocks the romance of morning bells and evening drums. Take photos of the twin towers from the 5th-floor viewing platform of Kaiyuan Shopping Mall—perfect shots in no time! At noon, head to Sajinqiao! A foodie paradise packed with locals, you won’t want to stop eating from street to alley! Lao Ma’s beef pancake is so crispy it crumbles with every bite, Liu Xin’s paomo lets you tear the bread yourself for a ritual feel, and the osmanthus-infused persimmon paste from Chahua Nong will send your taste buds to heaven with carbs and tea aroma! In the afternoon, rent a bike to explore the Ming City Wall! Recommended sections are Yongning Gate and Anding Gate. The sunset dyes the blue bricks amber, the moat sparkles, and bike rentals are half price after 6 PM! Chase a Chang'an sunset in the evening breeze—so beautiful it’ll bring tears to your eyes! Day 3: Touch the heartbeat of millennia-old civilization Early morning, rush to the Terracotta Warriors of Emperor Qin Shi Huang! Don’t trust the unofficial guides at the entrance; the official guided tour for 90 yuan for three people is super cost-effective! Seeing the thousands of unique terracotta soldiers will give you goosebumps all over! Remember: photography is prohibited to protect the relics. At night, the spectacular "Song of Everlasting Regret" performance at Huaqing Palace begins! The view from Zone A is amazing—lights, water mist, and live stage bring the love story of Li and Yang to life at the foot of Lishan Mountain. The impact is so strong you might have trouble sleeping! After the show, soak in the hot springs and gaze up at the starry sky over Lishan Mountain—pure bliss! Accommodation Guide ✅ Beginners choose Bell Tower: Metro Line 2 goes directly to all attractions, and you can stay in an Instagram-style guesthouse for around 150 yuan per person! ✅ Luxury near Qujiang: W Hotel/Westin, just downstairs from the Great Tang All Day Mall, with breathtaking night views! Transportation Tips ✅ Airport shuttle bus for 25 yuan goes straight to Bell Tower—perfect for lazy travelers! ✅ Search "Xi'an Electronic Metro Card" on Alipay for super convenient tap-in access! ✅ Shared bikes are everywhere, but avoid peak hours! Local Hidden Gems The red walls and Buddha eyes at Guangren Temple are super photogenic—instantly get a little Tibet vibe in Xi'an; the rooftop of the creative district at the Old Vegetable Market is perfect for industrial-style shots; at Shuyuanmen, find a grandpa to write your exclusive folding fan—maximum artsy vibes! A heartfelt reminder: Be sure to book all attractions in advance on the "Xi'an Culture and Tourism" app! Save this guide, and the next Chang'an traveler could be you!