Top 5 Shows and Performances in Xi'an

1.Great Tang Dynasty Night Show & Dumpling Meal Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 177 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $34Our pick

Spend an evening at Xi’an’s Great Tang Dynasty Show, a one-hour production about Empress Wu Zetian, Tang culture, religion, and military life. Choose show-only, dumpling dinner, transfer, or combined options. English and Chinese screen text helps you follow the story, and hotel pickup is available in central Xi’an.

“Such a great evening. Well worth the trip, and would recommend to all travellers to Xi’an. The dumpling dinner prior to the show was also exceptional. Great seat given to me by Lenna.”

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2.Tang Dynasty Show Ticket w/ Transfer or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $33Best value

Spend an evening at Xi’an’s Tang Dynasty Palace with a polished dance and music show, English captions, and optional dinner. Choose dumplings, a local Chinese meal, or transport only. A private driver can collect you from a downtown hotel, help with theater entry, and return you afterward. Muslim and vegetarian menus can be arranged.

“Waiters were talking loudly during the show, women who was in charge about seats was bit rude, unfortunately. But was not a problem to receive tickets. Especially Prs Ping support by whatsup was extremely valuable for me as a foreigner.”

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3.Xi’an Tang Dynasty Show Ticket Optional Dumplings or Royal Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · from $37

Spend about an hour watching Tang-era music and dance at Xi’an Tang Dynasty, founded in 1988. Choose a show-only ticket, a dumpling banquet, or a royal dinner. Expect elaborate costumes, live traditional instruments, lights, English story screens, and a theatre restaurant setting at 75 Chang An Bei Lu. Arrive 30 minutes early.

“Good experience for Xian old dynasty culture. The theatre staff was helpful and friendly. Dancers are also elaborately dressed.”

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4.Xian Terracotta Amry& Romantic Show & Grand Tang Bright City

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 52 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $154

Visit the Terracotta Army with an English-speaking guide, then watch Xi’an’s Romantic Show with its flooded stage and dramatic effects. Finish among the lights and Tang-style buildings of Datang Everbright City, with hotel pickup in Xi’an’s third ring. Some schedules also include Banpo Museum, so check the option details before booking.

“I really enjoyed this tour. The driver and guide were timely and friendly. The tour guide, Noble, was very knowledgeable and shared so much history and current events that made the experience so much more valuable. He was responsive to my questions and needs throughout the whole tour. He gave great food suggestions, too.”

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5.Xi’an Silk Road: Legend of Camel Bell Show Ticket w/Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 45 reviews · 3 hours · from $48

Travel from your Xi’an hotel to the Legend of Camel Bell show with a private driver such as Mr. Xu, John, Miao, or Cindy. Watch Tang Dynasty dance, Silk Road scenes, real camels, and wolves from revolving theater seats. English captions help you follow the story, and VIP tickets give the clearest view.

“The show has been amazing and the guide very kind and polite. Recommended!”

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