Written by Clementine |
After a tour in Xian, tourists may want to relax themselves completely before the next trip. The hot spring bath will not disappoint you. The reasons are as follows. First, it helps for curing muscle pain. Second, taking a hot spring bath could eliminate fatigue, relieve nervous tension and ease the stress of working. Especially after one dayās tire, it is so wonderful to relax your body in a comfortable environment.Ā Finally, the water of the hot spring has many chemical elements that are beneficial to human skin and it can keep the body thin and beautiful. So it is a perfect choice to heal yourself. This article will provide detailed information about the famous hot springs in and around Xian so that you can choose the one you like.
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- Useful Tips for a Comfortable Hot Spring Bath
- Famous Hot Springs in and around Xian
- FAQs about Hot Spring in and around Xian
- Enjoy Your Hot Spring Tour with China Xian Tour
Useful Tips for a Comfortable Hot Spring Bath
- Donāt spend too much time at the hot spring pool, 30 minutes will be all right.
- Drink enough water before you take it to avoid dehydration.
- After finishing the bath, it is better to take a warm shower and dry up your body and hair.
- Avoid it one hour after meals, after drinking alcohol, when hungry, and after intense exercise.
- Those suffering from severe heart disease, high blood pressure, acute inflammation, early or late stage of pregnancy are not suggested to bath in hot spring. Or you should consult with your doctor for advice before you do.
Famous Hot Springs in and around Xian
1. Aiqinhai Hot Spring (Huaqing Aegean International Hot Spring)
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- Location: No. 8, Shangu Avenue, Lintong District, Xiāan
- Getting there: Take metro line 9 to the Xihuayuan Station and then walk about 700 meters to the hotel.
- SpecificFacilities: 26 different pools, including function pools and health care pools, SPA center, sauna rooms, KTV, chess and card rooms, cinemas, basketball/badminton/table tennis court, combined with Tang royal culture perfectly
- Tickets: CNY 158+
- Opening hours: 11:00 ā 24:00
The Aiqinhai Hot Spring (Sea of Aegeon Hot Spring) is located in the Lintong area, and it is just about 2 kilometers away from the Huaqing Hot Spring scenic spots. The famous Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses Museum is also very close to it. Generally speaking, the average consumption here is more than RMB200.
Here, there are 26 hot spring pools with different styles and functions. For example, the function hot spring pools have the lavender essential oil pool, the tea pool, the Aloe vera pool, and so on, and the health care pools have the foot massage pool, the waterfall pool, pomegranate ripe wine, etc. available. The outdoor hot spring experience will make you fully feel the joy of returning to nature.
2. Mt. Huashan Royal Hot Spring
- Location: Fushui Town, Huayin City, Weinan City
- Getting there: Take a Xian-Huaqing bus from Xian East Passenger Station or Xian Railway Station and get off at Fushui Toll Station, and then take a taxi for about 10 minutes to reach there.
- SpecificFacilities: 30 to 40 distinctive open-air hot spring pools with various functions, a variety of accommodation options, including tatami rooms and VIP hot spring garden villas, gym, aromatherapy room, chess and card room, badminton court
- Tickets: CNY 120 ā 200
- Opening hours: 11:00 ā 00:00
This hot spring is situated at the foot of Mt. Huashan, and it is a fabulous place for taking hot spring baths, relaxing, going on vacation, and having fun. Here is a paradise for young people who want to get a romantic feeling. The temperature of the water outlet port reaches 105ā. Also, the water contains rich minerals, such as iodine, sodium, fluorine, and lithium, which have high health care value. The consumption per person is around RMB200.
3. Xianyang Ocean Hot Spring
- Location: Middle Section of Century Avenue, Qindu District, Xianyang City
- Getting there: Take Xian metro line 1 to Baimahe Station, and leave from exit A. You will see the building directly.
- SpecificFacilities: Over 50 indoor and outdoor pools, water entertainment projects, parent-child paradise, sauna rooms, gym
- Tickets: CNY 128 – 148
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday:12:00-21:00; Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays: 10:00-22:00
Xianyang is well known for its foot massage. The Chinese always pay much attention to the health care from the ancient time. And the aim of Xianyang is to be the first imperial city of China and a famous cultural city of health maintenance. Xianyang Ocean Hot Spring is a big indoor vacation resort which has various nationsā pools, such as Roman bath, Turkish bath and Indian Buddha bath. People can experience different styles of hot spring bath from other countries without going abroad.
4. Louguan Tao Hot Spring
- Location: Louguan Town, Zhouzhi County, Xian
- Getting there: Take an Xian-Louguantai Bus at Xian Bus Station to Qinling Four Rare Animals Science Park. Then take the local vehicle to the hot spring in about 10 minutes.
- SpecificFacilities: 17 garden-style ecological open-air hot spring pools, 2 VIP hot spring villas, and a variety of health SPA services
- Tickets: CNY 100+
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday:18:00-22:00; Friday:Ā 14:00-22:00; Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays:Ā 10:00-22:00; Closed on Mondays
Louguan Tao Hot Spring is built against Qinling Mountain. Its main highlight is the profound culture of health preservation of Taoism. Even the layout of the outdoor pools follows the eight tri-grams in Taoist culture. The pools here are also carefully formulated based on traditional Chinese medicine and Taoist concepts. There are a total of five major pool types, including Taoist health-preserving pool, medicinal pool, flower and grass spring, Kiss Fish pool, pure hot spring pool. Each pool boasts a different function, so it can meet the needs of every customer. And the water containsĀ a variety of minerals and trace elements, especially the precious Radon element, which can regulate metabolism.
Besides, the hot spring is in walking distance to Qinling Four Rare Animals Science Park, where is the home to the worldās rare brown panda āQibaoā. The cute panda will also heal you, so do not forget to pay a visit.
5. Angsana Hot Spring
- Location: No. 8, Yuechun East Road, Lintong District, Xi’an City
- Getting there: Take metro line 9 to Zhiyangguangchang Station exit D, then walk about 150 meters to the hot spring.
- SpecificFacilities: 25 outdoor pools with different themes, 1 family pool and 12 private pools, fitness center, children’s playground, Spa
- Tickets: about CNY 220
- Opening hours: 11:00 – 23:00
The design of this hotel originates from the Tang culture, which combines the charm of Tang royal court with urban style. And traditional Chinese architecture and natural gardens offer a unique bathing experience. It consists of a two-story indoor hot spring center and an outdoor hot spring area, so you will find the one you like. For tourists seeking privacy, there are also 12 independent outdoor private rooms. The most characteristic is the hydrotherapy. It perfectly combines the European spa with the traditional health concepts of Asia, offering several hydrotherapy and thermal therapy facilities for experience.
The hot spring is about 5 and 15 minutes driving to Huaqing Palace and Terracotta Warriors, so it is very convenient to combine the historic tour with a relaxing hot spring experience.
6. Tangyu Tiantan Hot Spring
- Location: Daizhai Village, Tangyu Town, Lantian County, Xi’an City
- Getting there: Take bus line 920 at the Xian South Bus Station and get off at the terminus Tangyu stop, then walk or take the shuttle bus to get there.
- SpecificFacilities: 16 special private rooms, 18 outdoor and indoor pools, buffet, tea show, KTV, foot bath, massage
- Tickets: about CNY 178
- Opening hours: 08:30 – 23:00
Tangyu Town is known as the “No. 1 Hot Spring in the World”, and it used to be the place for royal family to bathe in Tang Dynasty. The hot spring is built against Zhongnan Mountain. When lying in the warm hot spring, you can also look up at the clear sky and surrounding green mountains. What a relaxing experience! Its hot spring pools are divided into outdoor and indoor areas. And each pool has unique health effect. The main types include traditional Chinese medicine pool, flower pool, tea pool, etc. Every pool is worth trying. And the content of minerals in the hot spring such as fluorine and silicon has reached the national standards for medical hot mineral water. So taking a bath here is quite beneficial to your health.
FAQs about Hot Spring in and around Xian
Can tourists actually bathe in the Huaqing Hot Springs?
In fact, tourists are not allowed to bathe in the historical hot spring pools. Because they are cultural relics and are mainly used for visiting. But in the eastern area inside the scenic spot, a dedicated bathing place has been set for tourists to experience. And the hot spring water is of the same origin as Huaqing Pool.
What is the best time of year to visit the hot springs?
Spring and autumn are the best times. The trees and flowers on Lishan Mountain look dyed, and the weather is pleasant.
What other attractions are near the Huaqing Hot Springs?
Huaqing Palace, Lishan Mountain, and Terracotta Warriors are the must-visit attractions in Lintong District. And all are near the hot spring.
What is the bathing etiquette for a Chinese hot spring?
Before entering the pool, it is required to wash the body with bath foam in the shower area. And when bathing in the public pool, please wear neat swimsuits and do not play with water, swim, or speak loudly. To protect the environment of the pool, drinks, food, and animals are prohibited from being taken into the pool. Besides, smoking is not allowed.
Enjoy Your Hot Spring Tour with China Xian Tour
For tourists who want to enjoy a hot spring but do not know how to plan a reasonable trip,Ā China Xian TourĀ can give you some useful suggestions and customize an itinerary at an affordable price based on your preference. Just contact our travel consultant and tell her about your demands, and then you will get a satisfactory hot spring tour. We are pleased to help you, so feel free to call us at any time.
