Xi’an Dang-dang Trolley Sightseeing Bus
Xi’an Dang-dang trolley sightseeing bus, famous for its antique appearance and convenient hop-on hop-off service, has resumed operation since May 1st, 2026. There are three operation routes, linking popular scenic spots in the city such as City Wall, Shaanxi History Museum, Bell Tower & Drum Tower, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Great Tang All Day Mall, Tang Paradise, and Qujiang Pool Park. Tourists can hop on and hop off the air-conditioned bus at any of its stops for unlimited times and transfer freely between three lines in two days with one ticket.
Route:
West of Bell & Drum Tower Square – Yongning Gate (South Gate of City Wall) – Small Wild Goose Pagoda – Nanshaomen (Taikoo Li) – Shaanxi Stadium – Xiaozhai – North Square of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Tang Tongyi Quarter – Great Tang All Day Mall – Qujiang Pool Heritage Park – Qin Ershi Mausoleum Heritage Park – South of Cool Cave – North of Cool Cave - South Gate of Tang Paradise – Tang Paradise – Shaanxi Opera Theme Park – North Square of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Shaanxi History Museum – Xiaozhai – Shaanxi Stadium – Nanshaomen (Taikoo Li) – SKP near Yongning Gate – Beilin Museum - South of Bell & Drum Tower Square
Operating Hours: 16:00 – 22:00
Departure Frequency: 15 minutes
Route:
Yongning Gate (South Gate of City Wall) – Hanguang Gate – West Gate (Anding Gate) - Bell & Drum Tower Square – East of Bell & Drum Tower Square – Dongxin Street – Minleyuan – Wulukou – East Square of Xian Railway Station – Daming Palace - Yongxingfang (Zhongshan Gate) – East Gate (Changle Gate) – Heping Gate – Wenchang Gate
Operating Hours: 16:00 – 22:00
Departure Frequency: 15 minutes
Route:
Huqing Palace - Terra-cotta Army – Hongmen Banquet Site
Operating Hours: 08:00 – 14:00
Departure Frequency: 15 minutes
Note: This line is a one-way line only running to the Terra-cotta Army and Hongmen Banquet Site
CNY 25/passenger, allowing unlimited rides and transfers within two consecutive days.
1. Passengers can book the ticket online through official WeChat mini program, and on-site booking is acceptable.
2. To take the bus on the second day, you need to make a reservation on the first day you take it.
3. After you arrive at the stops, the longest waiting time will be 30 minutes during peak time.
4. The stops of Dang-dang buses are different from those regular city buses. They are in vintage red with the bilingual bus running routes.
The Dang-dang bus is named so for its bell when it rings, and can be identified by its green body, brown roof, and nostalgic decorations.
1. Equipped with larger glass windows and running at a relatively slow speed, passengers can admire passing-by attractions more clearly and take perfect photos at leisure.
2. The face-to-face Chinese style soft seats are much more comfortable than those on regular buses, allowing you to chat with friends and partners while enjoying the scenery.
3. USB charging ports are available. No need to worry about your phone running out of battery and take as many photos as you like. Wi-Fi is accessible for easy sharing.
Three Dang Dang Bus Routes
1. City Center - Qujiang Loop Line
Route: West of Bell & Drum Tower Square – Yongning Gate (South Gate of City Wall) – Small Wild Goose Pagoda – Nanshaomen (Taikoo Li) – Shaanxi Stadium – Xiaozhai – North Square of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Tang Tongyi Quarter – Great Tang All Day Mall – Qujiang Pool Heritage Park – Qin Ershi Mausoleum Heritage Park – South of Cool Cave – North of Cool Cave - South Gate of Tang Paradise – Tang Paradise – Shaanxi Opera Theme Park – North Square of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda – Shaanxi History Museum – Xiaozhai – Shaanxi Stadium – Nanshaomen (Taikoo Li) – SKP near Yongning Gate – Beilin Museum - South of Bell & Drum Tower Square
Operating Hours: 16:00 – 22:00 Departure Frequency: 15 minutes2. City Wall Loop Line
Route:Yongning Gate (South Gate of City Wall) – Hanguang Gate – West Gate (Anding Gate) - Bell & Drum Tower Square – East of Bell & Drum Tower Square – Dongxin Street – Minleyuan – Wulukou – East Square of Xian Railway Station – Daming Palace - Yongxingfang (Zhongshan Gate) – East Gate (Changle Gate) – Heping Gate – Wenchang Gate
Operating Hours: 16:00 – 22:00 Departure Frequency: 15 minutes3. Terracotta Army Line
Route:Huqing Palace - Terra-cotta Army – Hongmen Banquet Site
Operating Hours: 08:00 – 14:00 Departure Frequency: 15 minutesNote: This line is a one-way line only running to the Terra-cotta Army and Hongmen Banquet Site
Ticket Fare
CNY 25/passenger, allowing unlimited rides and transfers within two consecutive days.
Notes
1. Passengers can book the ticket online through official WeChat mini program, and on-site booking is acceptable.
2. To take the bus on the second day, you need to make a reservation on the first day you take it.
3. After you arrive at the stops, the longest waiting time will be 30 minutes during peak time.
4. The stops of Dang-dang buses are different from those regular city buses. They are in vintage red with the bilingual bus running routes.
What Special Experience the Dang-dang Bus Gives to You
The Dang-dang bus is named so for its bell when it rings, and can be identified by its green body, brown roof, and nostalgic decorations.
1. Equipped with larger glass windows and running at a relatively slow speed, passengers can admire passing-by attractions more clearly and take perfect photos at leisure.
2. The face-to-face Chinese style soft seats are much more comfortable than those on regular buses, allowing you to chat with friends and partners while enjoying the scenery.
3. USB charging ports are available. No need to worry about your phone running out of battery and take as many photos as you like. Wi-Fi is accessible for easy sharing.
- Last updated on May. 06, 2026 by Gabby Li -