01Historic Walk
Maoling Museum
茂陵博物馆
All Ages
Admission
CNY 75 (Mar-Nov); CNY 55 (Dec-end Feb).
Typical Visit
1.5-2 hours
Quick Facts
Ticket
Free public waterfront
Hours
No unified schedule; individual venues keep their own hours
Transport
Unity Square is a practical starting point
Duration
Choose one waterfront section
Best Time
Cooler parts of the day in summer
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Start at Unity Square.
Use the square as the meeting, drop-off and walking-start point, then head towards Xianyang Ancient Ferry Covered Bridge.
Tip:This is a long public riverside space, so do not try to cover the entire shoreline in one walk.
2
If time is limited, walk the section from Unity Square to the covered bridge.
This combines open river views and the bridge in one manageable stretch, with the option to return or leave from nearby.
Tip:Shade and refreshment stops are not continuous along the waterfront; avoid a long exposed walk in midday heat.
3
Add Weibin Park, the Ancient Ferry Site Museum or Xianyang Old Street only if you want more park, history or street life.
Treat each as a separate stop rather than a route that must all be completed in one visit.
Tip:Bridge stairs can be difficult for strollers or visitors with limited mobility; use the flatter waterfront paths as the main route instead.
Highlights
- A long public walking area along the Wei River.
- Unity Square provides a clear starting point.
- The covered bridge connects the riverside walk with views across the river.
- Weibin Park offers a green break within the wider waterfront area.
- You can combine the lakefront, bridge, museum or old street without walking the whole district.
Insider Tips
✦Limit the plan to one waterfront section rather than forcing a full-length walk.
✦Choose a cooler part of the day and carry water before starting along the river.
✦Decide whether everyone in your group can manage bridge stairs before crossing.
✦Shops, tea rooms and activities along the lakefront operate independently.
✦If there is on-site work, barriers or temporary diversions, use a parallel path rather than crossing restricted areas.
More Xianyang Attractions
02City Guide
Maoling Mausoleum of Emperor Wu
汉武帝茂陵
All Ages
Admission
CNY 75 (Mar-Nov); CNY 55 (Dec-end Feb). Covered by the Maoling Scenic Area ticket.
Typical Visit
45-60 minutes
03Historic Walk
Tomb of Huo Qubing
霍去病墓
All Ages
Admission
CNY 75 (Mar-Nov); CNY 55 (Dec-end Feb). Included within the Maoling Museum grounds.
Typical Visit
45-75 minutes
04City Guide
Xianyang Ancient Ferry Covered Bridge
咸阳古渡廊桥
All Ages
Admission
Free pedestrian access
Typical Visit
Short walk
05City Guide
Han Yangling National Archaeological Site Park
汉阳陵国家考古遗址公园
All Ages
Admission
Mar-Nov: CNY 70; Dec-Feb: CNY 55; students half price.
Typical Visit
1.5-3 hours
06Food District
Mawei Post Folk Culture Experience Park
马嵬驿民俗文化体验园
All Ages
Admission
Free public area
Typical Visit
Half day