Huaqing Palace 华清宫
Imperial hot-spring palace at the foot of Mount Li, tied to the Tang love story of Yang Guifei.
Pair with the Terracotta Army; the evening 'Song of Everlasting Sorrow' show is a separate ticket.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Huaqing Palace in advance?
Advance real-name reservation required; book through the official WeChat account 「華清宮景區」 (also via 本地宝/同程/美团 listings) — there is no on-site ticket window. Foreign visitors must bring their original passport, with details matching the booking, and exchange it for a paper ticket at the ticket office (West Gate per some operators). Changhen Song show tickets go on sale daily at 09:30 with a 10-day presale, max 5 per account, ID-bound.
What are the opening hours of Huaqing Palace?
Peak
How much is a ticket to Huaqing Palace?
About ¥120. Peak season (Mar–Nov) 120 CNY/person, off-season (Dec–Feb) 80 CNY/person; ticket is a combined Huaqing Palace + Lishan all-area pass valid for 2 days. Children 1.2m+ / 6–18 and full-time students half price (60 CNY); under 1.2m and 65+ free. 《长恨歌》and 西安事变 live shows are ticketed separately. Discount/package tickets sold by third parties (e.g. 100–168 CNY).
How long do I need at Huaqing Palace?
Plan about 3 hours.
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