How much is a ticket to Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum)?

Adult: CNY 120. Same price year-round. Student: CNY 60. Children under 16 / seniors 65+: Free. Reservation still required.

What is not included in the Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum) ticket?

The ticket covers the three pits and Lishan Garden; the free shuttle connects the two areas. Check the official page for the full inclusion list before paying.

Xi’an · Archaeological site · checked 2026-10-22

Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum) tickets

The Terracotta Warriors pits and the Qin Shi Huang mausoleum site outside Xi’an. One CNY 120 ticket covers the three pits and Lishan Garden, with a free shuttle.

By Charlie Simmon, Founder and editor · Reviewed 22 October 2026

Prices

Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum) ticket prices
Ticket	Price	Note
Adult	CNY 120	Same price year-round.
Student	CNY 60	—
Children under 16 / seniors 65+	Free	Reservation still required.

Checked against the official source on 2026-10-22. The official page wins if it disagrees with this table.

Booking and visiting

Official price source: Official China Daily government page ↗
Attraction website: www.bmy.com.cn/index.html ↗
How to book: Official museum website or the WeChat accounts “秦始皇帝陵博物院” / “兵马俑票务在线”. Real-name reservation with a passport; no on-site ticket sales.
Opening hours: 08:30–17:00 peak (Mar 16–Nov 15); 08:30–16:30 off-season (Nov 16–Mar 15).
Closed: Open daily; check the official page for temporary closures.
Last verified: 2026-10-22

Before you book

The ticket covers the three pits and Lishan Garden; the free shuttle connects the two areas.
There are no on-site ticket sales; book by passport before you travel.
The museum is about an hour from central Xi’an; allow a half-day for the visit and transfer.

Questions

How much is a ticket to Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum)?: Adult: CNY 120. Same price year-round. Student: CNY 60. Children under 16 / seniors 65+: Free. Reservation still required.
Do I need to book Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum) in advance?: Official museum website or the WeChat accounts “秦始皇帝陵博物院” / “兵马俑票务在线”. Real-name reservation with a passport; no on-site ticket sales.
What is not included in the Terracotta Army (Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum) ticket?: The ticket covers the three pits and Lishan Garden; the free shuttle connects the two areas. Check the official page for the full inclusion list before paying.