Xi'an district, Xi'an, China

Places to visit near Chang’an

Chang’an is a town in Xi'an district, Xi'an, China. Within 50 km by road there are 167 places to visit — 60 forts & heritage, 40 museums, 15 buddhist sites and 18 parks. The must-see places are Shaanxi Museum of Natural History (7 km), Xiangji Temple (8 km) and Xi'an Botanical Garden (8 km).

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Chang’an, Xi'an
Chang’an, Xi'an district, Xi'an, China. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Chang’an at a glance

Location
Xi'an district, Xi'an, China
Coordinates
34.1511° N, 108.9450° E
Places within 50 km
167 (41 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for buddhist sites; year-round for museums and parks

Top places to visit near Chang’an

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Chang’an: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Forts & heritage near Chang’an

69 forts & heritage within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is 杨虎城将军纪念馆 (1 km); the best-known is Mausoleum Duling (10 km). Best time: october to february.

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Museums near Chang’an

44 museums within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is Nature Exhibition Hall (6 km); the best-known is Shaanxi Museum of Natural History (7 km). Best time: year-round.

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Buddhist sites near Chang’an

18 buddhist sites within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is 华严寺 (3 km); the best-known is Xiangji Temple (8 km). Best time: october to march.

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Parks near Chang’an

18 parks within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is 金长安广场 (1 km); the best-known is Tang Paradise (9 km). Best time: year-round, evenings.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Chang’an

13 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is Qujiang Lake Site Park (8 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Chang’an

10 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Chang’an. The closest is 18~22 (30 km); the best-known is Mount Li (46 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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A one-day trip from Chang’an

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 34 km on the road.

  1. Start in Chang’an
  2. 8 km Qujiang Lake Site Park · lake, Xi'an
  3. 3 km Xi'an Art Museum · museum, Xi'an
  4. 1 km Xi'an Botanical Garden · garden, Xi'an
  5. 2 km Shaanxi Museum of Natural History · museum, Xi'an
  6. 12 km Xiangji Temple · Buddhist site, Xi'an
  7. 8 km Back to Chang’an

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From travellers near Chang’an

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How to reach Chang’an

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    Within 15 km of Chang’an

    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Chang’an by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Forts & heritage6069杨虎城将军纪念馆 (1 km)
    Museums4044Nature Exhibition Hall (6 km)
    Buddhist sites1518华严寺 (3 km)
    Parks1818金长安广场 (1 km)
    Other attractions1314揽月阁 (2 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs113Qujiang Lake Site Park (8 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints81018~22 (30 km)
    Temples46Tang Temple of Heaven Ruins Park (7 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens34屋顶花园 (6 km)
    Mosques & dargahs33Masjid Abubakar (4 km)
    Caves13Cool Cave Site Park (8 km)
    Waterfalls12Xiangyu Forest Park (29 km)

    Chang’an: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Chang’an?

    Shaanxi Museum of Natural History (museum, about 7 km), Xiangji Temple (Buddhist site, about 8 km), Xi'an Botanical Garden (garden, about 8 km), Qujiang Lake Site Park (lake, about 8 km), Xi'an Art Museum (museum, about 9 km), Tang Paradise (park, about 9 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Chang’an?

    167 places on Spotwander: 60 forts & heritage, 40 museums, 15 buddhist sites, 18 parks, 13 other attractions.

    Which is the nearest fort to Chang’an?

    杨虎城将军纪念馆, about 1 km by road; Site of Huanqiu (7 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest museum to Chang’an?

    Nature Exhibition Hall, about 6 km by road; Shaanxi Museum of Natural History (7 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest Buddhist site to Chang’an?

    华严寺, about 3 km by road; Shandao Pagoda (8 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Chang’an?

    Start in Chang’an, visit Qujiang Lake Site Park, then Xi'an Art Museum, then Xi'an Botanical Garden, then Shaanxi Museum of Natural History, then Xiangji Temple, and drive back — about 34 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Chang’an?

    October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for buddhist sites; year-round for museums and parks.

    Towns near Chang’an

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Chang’an’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Chang’an on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.