Tourism Guide
A culinary journey through the ancient capital of China
Duration of 5 Days
Best Time to Visit
Spring and Autumn
Must Try Dishes
Biang Biang Noodles Roujiamo Yangrou Paomo
Food Districts
Muslim Quarter Beiyuanmen Street
Local Specialties
Cold Noodles Persimmon Cakes Liangpi
Highlights
Discover the rich flavors and culinary traditions of Xi'an, where ancient history meets mouthwatering cuisine. This 5-day food adventure takes you through the city's famous Muslim Quarter, traditional noodle houses, and local markets to experience authentic Shaanxi cuisine.
Itinerary
1Day 1 Muslim Quarter Food Exploration
Distance：3 km
TaxiConvenient taxi ride to the historic Muslim Quarter
Duration: 15 minutes
Take Line 2 to Zhonglou Station, then walk 10 minutes
Duration: 20 minutes
BusTake bus route 611 to Bell Tower Station
Duration: 25 minutes
Muslim Quarter Food Walk
16:00-19:00
Beiyuanmen Street, Lianhu District, Xi'an, Shaanxi ProvinceBegin your food adventure at the famous Muslim Quarter food street
Distance：500 meters
Easy walk through the historic Muslim Quarter streets
Duration: 8 minutes
Traditional rickshaw ride through the narrow lanes
Duration: 5 minutes
Street Food Tasting
19:00-20:30Beiyuanmen Street, Lianhu District, Xi'an, Shaanxi ProvinceSample various street foods including yangrou paomo and roujiamo
2Day 2 Noodle Mastery Day
Distance：2 km
Enjoyable walk through local neighborhoods
Duration: 25 minutes
TaxiQuick taxi ride between culinary destinations
Duration: 10 minutes
Biang Biang Noodle Lunch
12:00-13:30123 Muslim Quarter, Beiyuanmen, Xi'an, Shaanxi ProvinceTry the famous Biang Biang noodles with various toppings
Distance：1.5 km
Leisurely walk to the cooking school
Duration: 20 minutes
Rent a bike for a quick ride
Duration: 8 minutes
Noodle Making Workshop
14:30-16:30Muslim Quarter, Xi'an, Shaanxi ProvinceParticipate in a hands-on noodle making workshop
Distance：800 meters
Short walk to dinner venue
Duration: 10 minutes
TaxiQuick taxi if carrying cooking supplies
Duration: 5 minutes
Cold Noodle Dinner
18:30-20:00Various locations throughout Xi'an Muslim Quarter and city centerEnjoy cold noodles and other Shaanxi specialties for dinner
3Day 3 Market Tour and Dumpling Class
4Day 4 Local Snacks and Cultural Dining
Distance：1.2 km
Explore different food areas on foot
Duration: 15 minutes
Traditional transportation between food spots
Duration: 8 minutes
Roujiamo Tasting
11:00-12:30Muslim Quarter, Beiyuanmen Street, Lianhu District, Xi'anSample various types of roujiamo from different vendors
Distance：3 km
TaxiComfortable ride to the restaurant
Duration: 15 minutes
Take Line 1 to Nan Shao Men Station
Duration: 20 minutes
Traditional Lunch
13:00-14:30Various locations throughout Xi'anVisit a traditional restaurant for authentic Shaanxi cuisine
Distance：5 km
TaxiDirect taxi to the theater district
Duration: 20 minutes
Transfer between Line 1 and Line 3
Duration: 25 minutes
Tang Dynasty Dinner Show
18:00-21:0075 Chang'an Road, Beilin District, Xi'an, Shaanxi ProvinceExperience a Tang Dynasty dinner show with cultural performances
5Day 5 Culinary Souvenirs and Departure
Things to Do
- Explore the Muslim Quarter food street
- Try authentic Biang Biang noodles
- Sample various types of roujiamo
- Learn to make dumplings in a cooking class
- Visit local markets for fresh ingredients
- Experience traditional tea culture
- Taste Xi'an's famous persimmon cakes
- Enjoy a Tang Dynasty dinner show
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