Xi'an: Tang Dynasty Show Ticket with Dumpling or Royal Dinner

Xi’an’s Tang Dynasty night: live music, dumplings, laughter & old stories

You’ll taste hand-shaped dumplings or royal banquet dishes in Xi’an before settling in for a Tang Dynasty Show with live classical orchestra. Expect vivid costumes, local stories from your guide or neighbors at your table, and sensory moments, from candlelight to music, that linger long after you leave.

Step-by-step itinerary

Attend Tang Dynasty Show with Dinner Option

• Arrive 30 minutes before show
• Arrive at 18:00 if dining included
• Enjoy dinner from 18:00 to 19:30
• Watch Tang Dynasty show 19:30 to 20:35

The experience

I didn’t expect the room to feel so alive before the lights even dimmed. We’d just finished our first plate of dumplings (one shaped like a tiny duck, another with a hint of ginger that surprised me), and then the musicians started tuning up. Our guide Li grinned at my wide eyes and said, “Wait until you hear the pipa.” I could smell something sweet and almost floral from the tea they poured, mixing with the steam from the food. The Tang Dynasty Show in Xi’an isn’t just a performance. It’s more like stepping into someone else’s memory for an hour or so.

The stage was all reds and golds, and honestly, I lost track of how many costume changes there were. One moment it was delicate sleeves floating through candlelight. Next, drums that made my chest vibrate. I caught myself staring at one dancer’s shoes (they looked impossible to walk in), but she spun like it was nothing. The live orchestra was right there, not hidden away, which made everything feel closer somehow. There was a couple next to us from Chengdu who kept whispering about which emperor each dance represented. I tried to follow along but mostly just soaked it all in.

If you go for the palace banquet option (we did not, but some folks at our table did), expect more elaborate dishes: Li pointed out one called “Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea,” though I probably mangled the pronunciation when I asked for seconds. The timing is tight: dinner starts at 6pm sharp if you choose that part, and then the show begins around 7:30pm. If you’re only here for the Tang Dynasty Show ticket, arriving half an hour early is smart: the lobby fills up fast with people taking photos under those lanterns.

I still think about that one quiet moment during a solo flute piece. Everyone seemed to hold their breath at once. It felt both ancient and weirdly personal. We left with sticky fingers (dumpling sauce) and a new favorite story about peonies being good luck. So yeah, if you’re in Xi’an and want something more than just another museum stop…this sticks with you.

What’s included

Your evening includes reserved seats for the Tang Dynasty Music & Dancing Show in central Xi’an, with an option to add either a hand-crafted dumplings banquet or a full royal-style palace dinner before curtain-up. Wheelchair access is available throughout, and families are welcome, including infants in strollers or specialized seats if needed.

Options for this experience

3 options

Xi'an Tang Dynasty Palace Music and Dance Show19:30The show ticket does not include dinner.

Tang Dynasty Show and Dumplings18:00Dumplings Banquet and Show: dinner from 18:00 to 19:30, then the show from 19:30 to 20:35. Vegetarian meals can be arranged.

Show with a royal banquet18:00Tang Dynasty Palace Banquet: dinner from 18:00 to 19:30 (Palace Banquet), followed by the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show from 19:30 to 20:30. Vegetarian meals can be arranged.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 18:00 and 19:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Youth (13 to 15 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5): free

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 15 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the Tang Dynasty Show start in Xi'an?

The main show usually starts at 19:30 and ends around 20:35 each day.

Is dinner included with the Tang Dynasty Show ticket?

Dinner is included only if you book the Dumplings Banquet or Palace Banquet option. Otherwise it's show ticket only.

How early should I arrive for the show?

It's best to arrive 30 minutes before showtime. If you have dinner included, arrive by 18:00.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Are infants or strollers allowed at the show?

Yes, infants can attend and strollers are allowed inside.

Where is the Tang Dynasty Show held in Xi'an?

The show takes place at The Tang Dynasty Theatre Restaurant in Xi'an city center.

Are there public transportation options nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the venue.