Xi'an
Shopping Xi'an 4 min read
Shopping in Xi'an
Terra-cotta replicas, Tang-style crafts in the Muslim Quarter, and calligraphy supplies near the Academy.
Muslim Quarter (Huimin Jie)
The old food-and-craft street — terra-cotta warrior replicas, Tang-style silk, paper-cuts and calligraphy. Bargain hard; it's a tourist street.
Shuyuanmen (Academy Gate)
The calligraphy and painting street south of the wall — ink, brushes, paper and scrolls. Fixed prices, real quality.
What to buy
Miniature terra-cotta warriors (buy from the museum shop, not the street), Tang-style crafts, paper-cuts, calligraphy and Xi'an lacquerware.
Bargaining
Tourist stalls expect haggling; the museum shop and calligraphy stores don't.
Locals' Tip
Buy terra-cotta replicas at the museum shop, not the Muslim Quarter — the street ones are mass-produced and fragile.
Locals' Crowd