Most Popular Xian Markets for Foods, Crafts, Antiques and Night Walk

Looking for the best places to shop in Xian? Instead of the expensive shopping malls, cheap Xian markets, from busting night markets to delicious food markets and cultural antique markets are better choices for those traveling in Xian. In this ancient city of rich history and mouthwatering cuisine, the most popular markets in Xian show you snacks, crafts, souvenirs and antiques going back millennia. Furthermore, immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture.

Shuyuan Gate (书院门)

Built in 1592 during Ming Dynasty, Shuyuanmen (Shuyuan Gate) is one of the representatives of ancient school culture. Today, it is a cultural street factually restored with the style of the ancient architectures of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is 570 meters long and 10 meters wide. Rambling down the street market, you may taste the true life of people in Xian and find the remains of an ever-refulgent dynasty.

What to Buy: All kinds of hand-made fans, bookmarks, paintings, shadow puppets, etc.
Address: Eastern Side of the South Gate
Open Time: A whole day (stores usually opened from 9:00-21:00)
How to Get to: Bus No. 600, 603, 608, 46, 229, 800, 609, 239, 29, 6

Shuyuan GateShuyuanmen Street

Xian Antique Market (西安古玩市场)

A wealth of cultural artifacts and riches have been left for Xi’an by the history of the capital of the thirteen dynasties. With an authenticity ratio as high as 5-8%, the Xi’an Antique Market has the greatest authenticity ratio of any Chinese antique market. The Guanzhong region of Shaanxi Province is the primary source of authentic items.

Here, you can buy literary games, antiques, porcelain, jade, bronze, calligraphy and painting, badges, books, ancient coins and other cultural works of traditional Chinese art.

Address: No.66, Xingshan Temple West Street, Yanta District, Xi ‘an City
Open Time: full day

How to Get to: 

  • Bus726, 19, 30, 36, 401, 605, 710, 720, 12, 14, 215, 239, 400, 323, 504, 600, 616, and more.
  • Take Subway Line 2, get off at Xiaozhai Station and walk about 650 meters to the antique market of Xian.

Muslim Street (回民街)

One of the most popular food street and night markets in Xian, the Beiyuanmen Muslim Street of Xi’an Muslim Quarter is about 500 meters (about 547 yards) in length from south to north. It is lined with black stone and has green trees that offer a lot of shade in the summer. The buildings on each side of the street are designed to resemble both Ming and Qing Dynasties architecture.

There are many restaurants and stores run by Muslims, so you can eat some special Xian food and buy some memorable souvenirs.

What to Eat: Lamb pie with a thousand layers, dried persimmon, Steamed Jujube-cake, Biangbiang Noodles, Roujiamo, etc.

Address: North of the Drum Tower
Open Time: A whole day (stores usually opened from 9:00-22:00)
How to Get to: Bus 4, 15, 32, 43, 45, 201, 205, 206, 215, 218, 221, 222, 251, 300, 604, 610 or 611

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Xian Muslim Quarter
Food stalls on Muslim Quarter

Baihui Market Xian (百汇市场)

When looking for cheap clothes in Xi ‘an, the first choice is Baihui Clothing Market in Xiaozhai, which is a paradise for shoppers. The market is home to many clothing brands and independent designer shops, from fashion trends to classic everyday pieces. Customers who seek cost-effectiveness will find this to be the perfect option because prices are lower than at big shopping malls and there are frequently promotions.

Address: Middle Chang ‘an Road, Yanta District, Xi ‘an City
Open Time: Full day

How to Get to: Bus 267, 258, 282, 283, 124, 277, 315, 112, 306, 312, 66, 6, 16

Luomashi Walking Street (骡马市)

Luomashi Street is Xian’s businest commercial area, and the first street market in Xian after China started opening up where people could bargain. It is formed in the Ming and Qing dynasties, as a large mule and horse trading market.

With the long history, Luomashi now rapid develops rely in its convenient traffic conditions, accurate positioning and industry. It is tend to popular because young people usually get together in Luomashi shopping, leisure, entertainment and catering.

What to buy: Local foods, clothing, bags, cosmetics
Address: East Main Street, Beilin District, Xi ‘an City
Open Time: A whole day (stores usually opened from 9:00-22:00)
How to Get to: Bus 502,706,707，K707

Luomashi

Qinmei Floral Market (西安秦美花卉市场)

Qinmei Floral Market of Xian is the biggest wholesale market of flowers in northwest area. It is also a bird market in Xian, sell all kinds of flowers, birds, fish and so on. With its advanced facilities, considerate service and convenient transportation, Qinmei Floral Market is very popular among the local people.
Address: No.486, Zhangba North Road, Hi-and-New Tech Park, Xi ‘an City
Open Time: Every Tuesday and Saturday
How to Get to: Bus 201,202,225,405,711,300,800

Sai Ge Electronic Shopping Mall (赛格国际购物中心)

Saige, established in 2000, is the biggest IT shopping mall in Xian. As one of the famous chains in China, Sai Ge sells a large number of IT products, such as computers,cameras,MP3,fittings and printers. The building is nice with its 8 lifts, and there are quite a lot customers during every weekends.
Address: No.8 Yan Ta Zhong Road, Xi ‘an City
Open Time: 9:30-22:00
Bus Route: Bus 108, 31, 301,606

Saige Electronic Shopping Market

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