Anytime you travel to Xi’an, Saga Shopping Mall is worth a visit. It is a wonderful destination allowing you to shop like a local and enjoy authentic food in one stop.
Saga Shopping Mall constantly ranks among the top shopping malls in China by foot traffic. In its peak days, the average visitors can amount to as many as 400,000 to 600,000. Whether you come here to hunt for cutting-edge products or taste authentic flavors, or simply check in and snap photos, it’s sure to impress.
Quick Facts:
- Opening Hours: 10:00am – 10:00pm
- Location: 123, Mid Chang’an Road, Yanta District (at the northeastern corner of the intersection of Chang’an Road and East Xiaozhai Road)
- How to get to Saga Mall Xi’an by metro: Use metro line 2 or 3 and alight at Xiaozhai Station. Take Exit D or E to straight enter the B2 level of the mall.
- What to Buy: International luxury brands, jewelry, fashionable clothing and bags, shoes, mother and baby products, beauty cosmetics, toys, foods, local and foreign snacks, etc.
- Highlights: The longest escalator in Asia, the world’s largest indoor waterfall, and a wide variety of dining and shopping options.
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- Why Visit Saga Shopping Mall Xi’an – Beyond Shopping
- A Glance of the Overall Layout – Best Stores to Explore Floor-by-Floor
- TOP 3 Tourists’ Favorite Stores to Visit in Saga Shopping Center Xi’an
- Dining Guide: From Local Snacks to Restaurants Hot on Social Media
- Considerate Services and Facilities
- Tips for a Hassle-Free Visit
- Nearby Tourist Attractions
- Explore Xian with China Xian Tour
Why Visit Saga Shopping Mall Xi’an – Beyond Shopping
- The longest indoor escalator in Asia (50.3 meters in length): It’s like a long automatic ladder that directly transports you from the ground floor to the sixth floor. But it’s not only about point-to-point transfer, more of an experience itself. The operating escalator offers a unique, excellent angle to overlook the atrium. Many visitors take photos here to share on social media.
- The largest indoor waterfall in the world (411 square meters of waterscape): It’s the star attraction that makes Saga Mall popular. The waterfall cascades from the upper floors down into a pond surrounded by tropical plants and shimmering lights, creating an “urban rainforest”.
- Specially-designed Area to See Lovely Pets: The Mall has its own team of adorable “animal employees”. Tucked away in shallow pond under the waterfall are yellow ducks, turtles, black swans, rabbits and koi. They follow a “daily work schedule” just like real employees, bring much joy and fun for visitors. The designer considerately set up sightseeing platforms on the 3rd and 4th floors to see the cute pets and waterfall.
- Theme events & exhibitions: Throughout the year, various cultural exhibitions, flash mobs, and fairs are held in the atrium. For example, the “Sakura Island Secret Realm” – a check-in event themed on cherry blossoms, was held in April 2026 there. You can follow the official media channels of the shopping mall to obtain the latest events information.
A Glance of the Overall Layout – Best Stores to Explore Floor-by-Floor
Saga Xi’an has altogether 13 floors, including 11 above ground and 2 underground.
Level |
Focus on |
Main Brands |
B2 |
Passage connecting with metro; fashion stores and food court |
Ajidou, Collgene, Gabriel, Wastons |
B1 |
Makeups, skincare products, food |
Armani, Jack & Jones, MLB, Vans |
1F |
International luxury goods, cosmetics |
Gucci, Tom Ford, Chanel, UGG, NARS, Dior, Givenchy, Coach, Lancome |
2F |
Men’s clothing, digital products, household appliances |
Apple, Huawei, Allenware |
3F – 4F |
Women’s clothing and accessories |
Aimer, FLORA&aiLEY, Rime, King Deer, Aivei, Ajidou |
5F |
Sports and outdoor outfits |
Adidas, Anta, Arc’Teryx, Champion, FILA, Bosideng |
6F |
Jewelry, women’s shoes, children’s clothing, home textiles |
Adidas Kids, Aimer Kids, TEENIEWEENIE |
7F – 11F |
Catering |
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TOP 3 Tourists’ Favorite Stores to Visit in Saga Shopping Center Xi’an
Pop Mart on 1F
It’s a trendy toy store popular among young people. The store is always packed, especially on holidays. At the entrance stands an array of big figurines. Many tourists check in at the so-called bind box wall displaying whole series IP characters and some designs exclusive to Xi’an. They are enthusiastic in taking photos with the figurines and purchasing some blind boxes as souvenirs.
MINISO LAND on B2
It’s a super large store. You can find personal care products, digital accessories, snacks and beverages, and most importantly, co-branded IP toys like Stitch, Hello Kitty and Chiikawa. It feels like an immersive amusement park for kids and young tourists.
ITIB on 4F – A Collection Store of Designer
Brands
ITIB is actually a platform gathering over 1,000 independent designer brands from all over the world. It’s a treasure shop in the clothing area of Saga Shopping Mall Xi’an. If you want to buy clothes with a sense of design at an affordable price, be sure to come here. The diverse styles of clothing also attracts lots of tourists to take photos.
Dining Guide: From Local Snacks to Restaurants Hot on Social Media
Saga Shopping Mall can be ranked as the top-tier in Xi’an speaking of dining service. The catering sales account for as much as 35% of the overall sales of the mall.
Authentic Xi’an Flavors
- Food Court on B2: Savor the most authentic snacks of Xi’an at a wallet-friendly price, including roujiamo (Chinese meat hamburgers), cold noodles, Biangbiang noodles, sour soup dumplings, and steamed rice and jujube cakes.
- Chang’an Da Pai Dang on 6F: A famous restaurant in Xi’an to taste local cuisine, with Tang Dynasty vibe. Plus, you can watch live performances like Qinqiang Opera and shadow puppetry. The signature dishes include Gourd Chicken, Writing Brush-Shaped Pastry, and Guanzhong Six Small Bowls.
- Cha Hua Nong on 8F: A traditional Chinese style tea shop. The tea exudes a fragrant aroma, tasting very refreshing. The package has a strong sense of traditional Chinese aesthetic.
Flagship Restaurants Popular on Social Media
- B1 East Hall: Hot Crush (a trendy bakery best-known for freshly cooked bread and cookies); You He (a bakery brand introduced from Wuhan); and Yi Li (a snack store famous for the freshly baked chestnuts). They are wonderful choices for buying souvenirs and enjoying afternoon tea.
- 6F – 7F: Kao Master (hot and spicy roast fish); Dian Du De (a Cantonese dim sum restaurant); and Ju Gao Gao (self-service hot pot). There are always long queues, so it’s advised to avoid the peak hours.
Diversified Cuisines
Other cuisines can also be found in Saga Mall Xi’an, from Yunnan Cuisine to Northeastern Cuisine, from creative Korean restaurant Day by Day to Japanese Bin Sushi. They can cater to every taste and budget.
Considerate Services and Facilities
Multilingual Services: Saga International Shopping Mall in Xi’an features English directional signs. English audio guide devices are available at the subway entrance of B2-level and the service counter on the ground floor. A full-time English-speaking sales assistant is stationed at the main service counter on 1F between 10:00am and 8:00pm. Most salespeople are able to speak simple English.
Payment & Tax Refund: Mobile payment (Alipay/WeChat Pay), cash and UnionPay cards are accepted at nearly all stores. Some high-end stores, like Gucci and Dior, also accept payment by Visa, Mastercard and American Express. If you spend over 200RMB in a single day at a designated store, apply for tax refunds upon departure at the airport by showing documents like passports and invoices. Some stores even support immediate tax refund.
Wi-Fi: The whole mall is covered by free Wi-Fi.
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Tips for a Hassle-Free Visit
Best Time to Visit:
- For a Relaxing Shopping / Photographing Experience: Go between 10:00am and 4:00pm on weekdays for smaller crowds.
- For the Light Show / Feeling the Lively Vibe: Go between 7:00pm and 10:00pm, when the mall is the liveliest. The waterfall light show also takes place during this time.
- Avoid: Hours between 12:00 and 6:00pm at weekends and on holidays. The mall will be very crowded and many registrants have long queues.
Best Travel Route:
It’s recommended to start the tour from the B2 level and go upward floor by floor, or reverse the order. This can help to reduce unnecessary walk. Meals can be scheduled during off-peak hours, for example, have lunch before 11:30am or after 1:30pm, and have dinner before 5:30pm.
Keep an Eye on Promotions to Save Money:
Saga Mall Xi’an regularly offers sales promotions, especially on holidays. For instance, during the Qingming Festival in 2026, it offered great discounts for gold and cosmetics in case customers spent over the designated line.
Nearby Tourist Attractions
Saga Shopping Mall Xi’an occupies an advantageous location at the core cultural zone of Xi’an, offering easy access via walking or short-distance metro rides to the three major landmarks below. After the visit in Saga, you can seamlessly embark on a journey back to the heyday of Tang Dynasty.
- Shaanxi History Museum: It’s located to the east of the mall, only a 15-minute walk. This is a large-scale national museum housing over 1.7 million cultural relics. History buffs do not miss it! Note: Though the museum is open to the public free, you need to make an appointment for entering in advance.
- Big Wild Goose Pagoda: It’s a heavyweight icon of Xi’an approximately 2km from Saga Mall Xi’an. In the Tang Dynasty, Master Xuanzang built this pagoda to store Buddhist scriptures. At the north square, there is a group of music fountains.
Must-do: Ascend the pagoda for a panoramic view of the central axis of Xi’an and the Qinling Mountains in the distance (fee required).
- Datang Everbright City: Located about 2.5km to the east of the mall, it is a pedestrian street with the theme of glorious Tang Dynasty culture. Nowhere is better than here to experience the night of Chang’an. You can enjoy all kinds of Tang-style performances, light shows, and interactive shows for free.
Best Time to Go: 7:00pm to 10:00pm, when the lights are splendid and performances are concentrated.
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