Terracotta Army Ticket Booking - with Guide Option
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Xian, China
- 2 to 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Unless you can write your name in Chinese characters and have a credit card to match, online booking is hard in China. This service makes it easy, guaranteeing a spot at the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, without locking you into transfers and guiding. Your ticket includes entry to the main excavations and the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, plus a shuttle bus in between.
- Book tickets in advance for the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum
- Includes a shuttle to the Qin Shi Huang tomb and entry to the mausoleum
- Perfect for independent travelers who like to follow their own path
- Save hours compared to traditional ticket lines in high season
What's Included
- Admission ticket to Terracotta Army Museum.
- Admission - Lishan Yuan
- IMPORTANT: Your passport is required for entry. Do not forget to bring it.
- A guide will be provided should you select an option that includes guiding services.
- NO Guide service for the entry ticket only option.
- NO transporation.
- NO Golf car.
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, Qinling North Road, Xi'an 710612 China
What To Expect
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The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travellers can participate
- Children aged 6–16 holding foreign passports are eligible for half-price admission.
- Free of charge for Children under 6.
- For Chinese, or residents from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, minors under the age of 16 and seniors over 65 are eligible for free admission, by presenting their ID card or travel permit.
- Please ensure that your name and passport number is accurately provided.
- This is a pre-booking service. Tickets are released 7 days in advance, and confirmations will be sent upon issuance.
- If you booked the "Ticket Only" service, please proceed to the museum independently, no meeting point is arranged.
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.5
based on 130 reviews
Kerry_N, May 2026
I highly recommend this tour. Roger was our guide for today and he is so knowledgeable about the history of each place we visited. The Terracotta Warriors are amazing and well worth the visit. Though the crowds of people are brutal!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Kerry_N,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind recommendation! We’re thrilled you had a fantastic time exploring the Terracotta Warriors with our guide Roger.
We’re delighted to hear Roger shared rich historical knowledge and brought this incredible historic site to life for you. It’s truly our pleasure to arrange this memorable tour for you, and we totally understand the large crowds at such a world-famous attraction.
We greatly appreciate your valuable feedback, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing travel experience in the near future.
Best Regards
Ivana_T, May 2026
We had an amazing visit to the Terracotta Army! Our guide, Roger, was knowledgeable, professional, and made the day run smoothly. He handled a tricky situation with another visitor calmly and offered great solutions. Highly recommend this tour—thank you, Roger, for an unforgettable experience!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Ivana_T,
Thank you so much for your wonderful and heartfelt review!
We are thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience on your Terracotta Army tour with our guide Roger. It's lovely to know he is knowledgeable, professional and kept your day running perfectly smoothly.
We truly appreciate you mentioning how Roger handled the unexpected situation calmly with great solutions. He always strives to deliver thoughtful and reliable service to every guest.
Thank you again for your kind recommendation and valuable feedback. We hope to welcome you back to China for another fantastic trip soon.
Best Regards,
Annalisa_B, May 2026
We really enjoyed our trip to the terracotta warriors. Celine is a great guide, she provided us with really interesting information about Xi'An and the archeological site.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Annalisa_B,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear you had a fantastic time visiting the Terracotta Army. It’s a great pleasure to know our guide Celine gave you an amazing tour with plenty of interesting facts about Xi’an and the archaeological site.
We truly appreciate your kind compliment on her professional and thoughtful service. Your happiness and satisfaction are always what we strive for.
Hope we can assist you with your future trips in China again soon.
Best Regards,
S_P, Apr 2026
This tour is amazing, and our guide Carol was great! She gave us a lot of details about this unique place and history. She is very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear S_P,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for booking our Terracotta Army tour! We are thrilled you had an amazing experience with your guide Carol.
It’s our great pleasure that she shared detailed historical knowledge with you and provided great service. We truly appreciate your kind words and valuable feedback.We hope to welcome you again on your next trip to China.
Best Regards
Paul_C, Apr 2026
What a great trip to see the warriors, as per instructions the passports let us in .
Pit 1 was super and such a great experience. 👍👍👍👍👍✨✨✨✨✨
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Paul_C,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that your visit to the Terracotta Warriors went smoothly and that entry with your passports worked as arranged.
We’re thrilled you enjoyed Pit 1 and had such a great experience—this truly makes our day.We hope to welcome you back for more amazing adventures soon!
Best regards,
Amanda_F, Mar 2026
No trouble booking and no trouble getting tickets able to change date and time with no extra cost would recommend
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Amanda_F,
Thank you so much for your kind review!We’re glad our Terracotta Army ticket booking service was smooth and hassle‑free for you, with flexible date and time changes at no extra cost.
We hope you had an amazing visit and look forward to helping you again soon!
Best regards,
JulieAnn_G, Mar 2026
Tracey was our guide and she was so knowledgeable
I always wanted to see the Terracotta Warriors and it was amazing
We also visited the Wild Goose Pagoda and walked on the City Wall
Lunch was good with quite a few selections
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear JulieAnn_G,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience in Xi’an! We’re absolutely delighted to hear you enjoyed your trip with Tracey—she’s very knowledgeable and always takes great care of our guests.
We’re thrilled the Terracotta Warriors, Wild Goose Pagoda, and City Wall lived up to your expectations, and that you had a lovely lunch with plenty of choices.
Thank you again for traveling with us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in China soon!
Best regards,
Mark_M, Jan 2026
This is a quick and easy way to purchase tickets for people who do not have a Chinese mobile number.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Mark_M,
Thank you very much for your positive review! We are truly glad to hear that our service provided a quick and easy way for you to purchase Terracotta Warriors tickets, especially without the need for a Chinese mobile number.
Helping international travelers access China’s famous cultural sites smoothly is exactly what we aim for. Knowing that you had a convenient experience means a lot to us.
We hope you enjoyed your visit to the Terracotta Army, and we’d be delighted to assist you again with any future ticket bookings or travel arrangements in China.
Warm regards,
Corrinne_G, Nov 2025
A guide is essential to understand the experience and to navigate the crowds. I highly recommend reading a bit about this before going.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Corrinne_G,
Thank you for sharing your insightful feedback regarding your visit to the Terracotta Army. We completely agree – having a knowledgeable guide truly makes all the difference in bringing the history to life and navigating the site efficiently amidst the crowds.
We're so glad that you had a valuable experience, and we appreciate your practical advice for future travelers.
We hope to assist you again on your next adventure in China.
Best regards,
Margaret_H, Nov 2025
Tour guide was organized, efficient and the ride to the Terracota site was smooth. Buffet lunch was excellent with good food variety to choose from.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Margaret_H, thank you for taking time to share your wonderful trip! We are so glad to see you were satisfied with your journey and our travel service. It is our honor to have your trust. Best regards.
Nadia_S, Oct 2025
We are older than 70, so we were entitled to get free ticket to visit the terracotta warriors. Viator instead has charged US the ticket
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Nadia_S,
Thank you for your feedback, and please accept our sincerest apologies for the frustration caused regarding the Terracotta Warriors tickets.
We understand your expectation of complimentary entry. However, according to the official museum policy: "Free admission is offered to seniors aged 65 and above, and minors under 16 years old (must be Chinese citizens holding Chinese ID cards)."
As this policy requires, all foreign visitors, regardless of age, must purchase the appropriate standard ticket.
We have also confirmed from the museum's official system that the tickets we booked for you were successfully scanned for entry.
Despite this misunderstanding, we truly hope you still found your visit to the magnificent Terracotta Warriors worthwhile.
Best regards,
Robert_Z, Sept 2025
Worked all as offered. Tickets were linked to passport and we could enter without any problem. Recommended
Response from Host, Sept 2025
Dear Robert_Z,
Thank you for your positive feedback and for recommending our service! We're delighted to hear that everything worked smoothly and that you had no issues entering the Terracotta Army museum with your passport-linked tickets. We hope you enjoyed the incredible historical site! Should you need any assistance when traveling in China, please reach out to us and we will be at your service.
Best regards,
Robert_W, Sept 2025
Entry by passport worked great 2 optional shuttle busses to pay for extra which was only 2 yuan or you can walk of course .Great day , lots to see . It is busy but you will get to see everything if your patient
Response from Host, Sept 2025
Dear Robert_W,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We're delighted to know you had a great day at the Terracotta Museum and that the passport entry process was smooth.
We appreciate you highlighting the shuttle bus option—it's a helpful detail for other travelers.
It was a pleasure to help arrange your tickets, and we look forward to assisting you in the future!
Warm regards,
Jeff_P, Aug 2025
Avoid a weekend and when Chinese children are off school. Try to visit in cooler weather. We tried going on Sunday and there was a long line waiting to get into another line for the big pit. Have been there 9 times before and never like this. But previous trip was 2015
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Jeff_P,
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad your ticket booking process was smooth.
At the same time, we truly understand your frustration regarding the long queues and weekend crowds. As a booking agent, we have no control over these on-site conditions, but we sincerely appreciate you highlighting this issue. Your advice about avoiding weekends and school holidays is invaluable, and we will certainly share it to help future visitors manage their expectations.
We hope the majesty of the historical site still shone through, and we look forward to the chance to assist you better in the future.
Sincerely,
valeria_l, Aug 2025
Perfect booking, no problem at all. Top experience in China, a real emotions. Arrive veryveryvery early because of overtourism. There are no long queue but you don't see anything at the beginnung cause of the "human wall"
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear valeria_l,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that your visit to the Terracotta Warriors was a top experience in China and that our ticket booking service worked perfectly for you.
We completely understand the challenge of overtourism—arriving early was definitely a smart move! Even without long queues, the crowds can still make it tricky to get that perfect first view. We’re glad you pushed through the initial "human wall" and got to fully enjoy this incredible historical site.
If you ever plan to explore more of China’s treasures, we’d love to help arrange your visits. Thanks again for trusting us with your travel plans.
Best regards,
HABIB_D, Jul 2025
Works perfectly , Terra-cotta has Very long queues for buying ticket form the entrance of the Museum , we entered museum directly with no waiting around
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear HABIB_D,
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that our ticket-booking service helped you skip the long queues at the Terracotta Warriors Museum. It’s true that the ticket lines can get very crowded, so we’re happy we could make your visit smoother and more enjoyable. We hope you had an amazing time exploring this incredible UNESCO World Heritage Site! Please reach out to us should you need any other help. Warm Regards.
DIMITRIOS_K, Jul 2025
Nice, fast, easy booking. As for the museum itself, There is no need to say that it's worth it. If you are searching Viator to decide if you are going to visit the mausoleum, you are in the wrong track.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Dear DIMITRIOS_K,
Thank you so much for your positive feedback on our ticket booking service for the Terracotta Army! We’re delighted to hear that the process was nice, fast, and easy - making your experience smoother is exactly what we strive for when assisting with bookings for such an iconic site. And we couldn’t agree more that the museum itself is absolutely worth visiting - its historical significance and grandeur speak for themselves.
Your satisfaction means a lot to us, and we hope your visit to the Terracotta Army left you with incredible memories. If you plan to explore more historical sites or attractions in the future, please feel free to reach out - —we’d be happy to assist with your bookings again. Thank you for choosing us, and for sharing your thoughts!
Warm regards,
Guy_R, Jun 2025
Amazing. On entering turn right and go into the museum before entering the two main tombs as it explains everything and shows some of the Soldiers.
Lots of food and drinks places after the visit on the way out.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Guy_R,
Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you found the visit to the Terracotta Army amazing. Great tip on entering the museum and turning right first—exploring the exhibition halls before the main tombs definitely helps visitors understand the historical context and get a closer look at the terracotta soldiers. Hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable experience! Best regards,
Avi_G, May 2025
Can hire audio guide for self guided tour which provides plenty of information, no need to hire a guide, so can be fully independent.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Avi_G,
Thank you for entrusting us with your entrance ticket bookings and for sharing your valuable suggestion. We’re committed to ensuring every detail of your experience is seamless, and your feedback helps us refine our service.
We hope your journey in China was filled with cherished memories and unforgettable moments. Should you need any assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to contact us—we’re always here to help. Warm regards,
Janett_H, May 2025
We decided to not do a tour here and go here by ourself, we eded up getting a tour guide there and that was the best move - Thanks to Jackie he was so informative and helpful. I was extremely luck the founder was there and managed to get a book and he signed it for me. Best day ever....... Highly recommend going there :)
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Janett_H,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad you were able to enjoy your visit to the Terracotta Warriors. It's fantastic that you had such a memorable day, including meeting the founder and getting a signed book - what a special highlight! Thank you for recommending the experience, and we hope to assist you again in the future. Best regards,
Eric_S, May 2025
Seeing something you only read about 😍. Seems to be an ongoing excavation but that’s half the fun. Xian is incredible too.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Eric,
We're glad that you're enjoying the experience of seeing the Terracotta Army in person! It's always so rewarding to hear that our efforts in booking those tickets paid off. The ongoing excavation really does add an extra layer of fascination, doesn't it? And Xi'an is indeed a city full of wonders. We hope the rest of your trip there is just as amazing. If there's anything else we can assist with, don't hesitate to let us know! Best regards,
Dimitrina_G, May 2025
This is the only way to get tickets for a foreigner to see the Terracotta soldiers if you do not have a Chinese phone number as you cannot book through the website or WeChat without one.
I give it 4 stars as the experience itself is a lifetime dream for me and that the tickets were booked on time and I did have them.
But do keep it mind that the price is more than 4 times of what you would pay if you could book from the site itself.
You get nothing with this booking but a ticket. No transfer, no audio guide, not even clear information of how to use the tickets. So I really do not understand how can they justify the up cost of 4 times the price. Other services that I used only priced the price to double for a booking fee unfortunately they just didn’t offer this experience otherwise I would have used them.
One more note on the provided as I had a bad experience with them for another ticket purchase. They might not prioritise purchasing your ticket and you could be in a situation where you have no ticket for the time you are there so keep this in mind. I would recommend you pay immediately when booking not the book now pay later option as they only start booking for you once you have paid.
Elizabeth_D, Apr 2025
The experience of seeing the Warriors was incredible. Viator keeps you well informed bro fore your arrival on the status of your tickets. Hired a guide at the entrance which was nice, but sometimes difficult to understand. True bucket list check off.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear valued guest,
We are extremely delighted to know that you had a wonderful time visiting the magnificent Terracotta Warrior Museum. It is truly impressive and truly lives up to its reputation as the 8th wonder of the world. We hope you thoroughly enjoyed your entire trip in Xi'an. Moreover, there are numerous other captivating attractions in the city that are well worth exploring. Wish you continued enjoyment during your stay! Best regards,
Ronnel_B, Apr 2025
Just passport needed to enter the premises. Very convenient. Wonderful China, Great experiences for us.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear valued guest,
Thank you for your kind words regarding our ticket booking service. Indeed, booking tickets in advance makes it much more convenient for you to enter the Terra Cotta Warrior Museum.
We hope you have a wonderful journey. Should you require any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Best regards.
Pierre_M, Mar 2025
Everything ran smoothly. The ticket had been well booked and issued through my passport. Perfect experience
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Dear respected guest,
We are overjoyed to hear that everything went smoothly with your Terracotta Army ticket booking and entry! Knowing that you had a flawless experience, from the seamless booking process using your passport to successfully obtaining the ticket, truly makes our day.
Thank you for choosing our service. If you have any further travel plans or need assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to serving you again!
Best regards,
Mark_B, Mar 2025
A must see. Be sure to set aside 4+ hours to see all of the areas. I hires a local guide out front and was glad I did.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Dear respected guest,
We're delighted to learn that you have enjoyed the visit to Terracotta Army. Setting aside 4+ hours is indeed a smart way to fully explore all the areas. Thank you for sharing your wonderful tip, and we hope you continue to have amazing travels. Please reach out to us should you need any further assistance. Best regards,
Shaheen_A, Feb 2025
I booked the tickets to see the terracotta warriors through viator . I received my email prior to my visit and added the tickets to my Apple wallet (up to you if you can/want to) Just show the code and walk in. It’s as easy as that , just remember your passport!
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for booking your admission ticket through Travel China Guide, a trusted supplier on Viator. Once you have your confirmed ticket in hand, gaining entry to the site will be a breeze. For the Terracotta Warriors attraction, simply present your passport at the entrance. There's no need to exchange for a paper ticket— it's incredibly convenient.
We hope your trip to China is enjoyable and memorable. We look forward to serving you again soon.
Best regards,
NurRazlyn_A, Jan 2025
A must do on a trip to China, especially if you are travelling to China or Xi'An for the first time. Worthwhile to hire a guide during the visit to learn about this historical marvels.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your kind review and valuable suggestion. We sincerely hope that your journey to China has been brimming with joy and excitement. If you require any additional information or assistance at any time, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Best regards,
chinseowmei, Nov 2024
It was swarmed with local tourists. So very difficult to enjoy the exhibits.
My daughter and I were being shoved and squeezed to get to see the exhibits. Local tourists were boorish including the rude local tour guides which had no courtesy of queueing.
The saving grace was the exhibits which were very good.
The right time to go was lunch time, 12.30 pm - 1.30 p.m. where the local tourist crowd had thinned out a bit.
We went back again to take the pictures which we couldn't earlier.
Maybe, another 20 years for locals to gentrify??!!
If not for the boorish local tourists, I would have rated these exhibits much higher!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Dear valued customer,
We deeply regret to hear that your experience at the Terracotta Warriors Museum was marred by the crowds. We sincerely hope that this did not detract from your overall journey in Xi'an. And we appreciate your kind suggestion about the time slots which we believe can help other visitors. We hope we still can get another chance to serve you in the future.
Best regards,
Nikolaos_P, Oct 2024
The tour operator was really helpful,he sent my tickets through the alipay account because my gmail wasn't working in China.The monument itself was very unique to see,although it was pretty crowded because it was weekend. But as everywhere in the third-world countries expect treacherous employees who will try to hire an extra guide for you without your consent,will deny you entry or even won't let you take the shuttle bus although it is included in the price. So just plan from before and don't listen to anyone-you should only scan your passport or your QR Code and everything will work perfectly.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your suggestion on accessing the site. We hope you enjoyed your visit, despite the crowds. We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Best regards,
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