Qinling Four Treasures Science Park: pandas near Xi'an
Qínlǐng Sìbǎo Kēxué Gōngyuán
Qizai the brown panda is 65 km away
Entry
From ¥30
Hours
Mar 1 – Nov 30 · 09:00
Time needed
2–3 hours
Booking
Required · 2 days ahead
If you want pandas on a Xi'an trip, this is the place. The Qinling Four Treasures Science Park sits at the foot of the Qinling Mountains near [Louguantai](/en/places/louguantai), about 65–70 km southwest of the city. It is run by the Qinling Giant Panda Research Center and shows the region's 'four treasures': the Qinling giant panda, the golden snub-nosed monkey, the takin and the crested ibis. Its most famous resident is Qizai, the world's only captive brown panda. More than 20 other native species, from red pandas to golden eagles, fill the smaller enclosures. Tickets are cheap at ¥30, but they are sold only online through the park's WeChat account, it closes on Mondays, and public transport is slow. Pair it with Louguantai's Taoist temples next door to make a full, easy day out of the city.
What you'll see
- Giant pandas, including cubs and sub-adults
- Qizai, the only captive brown panda in the world
- Golden snub-nosed monkeys, takin and crested ibis
- Red pandas, black bears and 20+ Qinling species
Tickets and booking
- ¥30 from March to November, ¥20 in winter
- Book on WeChat; no on-site ticket office
- Bring the passport used for booking
- Holiday capacity is capped, so book early
Getting there
- About 65–70 km from central Xi'an
- DiDi is the simplest option, about 1.5 h each way
- Seasonal weekend shuttles and package tours with transport exist
- Combine with Louguantai, a few minutes away
Tips for panda viewing
- Arrive at opening: pandas are most active in the morning
- Avoid Mondays (closed)
- Allow 2–3 hours for the park
- Summer afternoons are hot; pandas retreat indoors
Questions, answered
Where can I see pandas in Xi'an?
At the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park in Zhouzhi County, about 65–70 km southwest of the city.
How much is the Qinling panda park ticket?
¥30 from March to November and ¥20 from December to February; half price for eligible visitors.
Is the Qinling Four Treasures Science Park open on Mondays?
No. It is closed all day on Mondays except on national public holidays.
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