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What should I pack for Xi'an?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
Pack for temperate — warm summers (25-35°c), cold winters (-2 to 8°c). Comfortable walking shoes, adaptable layers and weather protection should reflect the exact season and activities planned.
What to know
- ●The preferred travel period is March-November (best: April-May, September-October).
- ●Keep essential medicine, documents and one useful layer in carry-on or day baggage.
- ●Arrive at Terracotta Warriors early (8am) to avoid tour buses
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