Banpo Museum 西安半坡博物馆

Neolithic village site museum, one of China's earliest examples of Yangshao culture.

Insider tip

Visit the actual excavation hall first, then the artifacts gallery.

Key facts

Ticket: ≈ ¥55
Full ticket ¥55; half ticket ¥27.5 for eligible students. Free admission for children under 18, seniors 65+, disabled visitors, active/retired military, police, and other listed groups. Spring Festival 2026 pages listed ¥40 full/¥20 half; an older Qunar review mentions ¥65 peak/¥45 off-season. No separately charged parts stated.
Opening hours: 08:00–17:30
Booking: Book ahead
Tickets can be purchased on-site with ID or via QR code, official website, WeChat, or Ctrip; no advance real-name booking requirement stated.
Time needed: About 2 hours
Best time: Morning
Area: Baqiao

Checked 2026-10-30. Please confirm before you go.
Sources: banpomuseum.com.cn, touch.go.qunar.com, mp.weixin.qq.com

Book on the official channel

Tickets are sold through official channels only; resold tickets may not get you in.

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西安半坡博物馆

西安市灞桥区半坡路155号

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book Banpo Museum in advance?

Tickets can be purchased on-site with ID or via QR code, official website, WeChat, or Ctrip; no advance real-name booking requirement stated.

What are the opening hours of Banpo Museum?

08:00–17:30

How much is a ticket to Banpo Museum?

About ¥55. Full ticket ¥55; half ticket ¥27.5 for eligible students. Free admission for children under 18, seniors 65+, disabled visitors, active/retired military, police, and other listed groups. Spring Festival 2026 pages listed ¥40 full/¥20 half; an older Qunar review mentions ¥65 peak/¥45 off-season. No separately charged parts stated.

How long do I need at Banpo Museum?

Plan about 2 hours.