Overview
Key takeaway
7th-century pagoda for Xuanzang's scriptures. Nightly fountain show at 20:00.
Time & cost
Plan 2 hours. Budget: $7. Hours: 08:00–17:00.
Best for
Best for first-time Xi'an visitors who want a clear 2 hours stop without guesswork.
Practical
Price$7
Duration2 hours
Hours08:00–17:00
Getting thereMetro Line 3/4 to Dayanta
Tips
On site
20:00 fountain is Asia's largest.
Timing
Stay for the show.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (08:00–17:00). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “大雁塔” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an
MetroMetro Line 3/4 to Dayanta
BusMetro Line 3/4 to Dayanta
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “大雁塔” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
