Shaanxi History Museum Qin-Han Branch
陕西历史博物馆秦汉馆
The new branch of the Shaanxi History Museum, focused on the Qin and Han civilizations. It has a grand building, is much easier to book than the main museum, and suits fans of Qin-Han history.
The Qin-Han Branch of the Shaanxi History Museum is in the Qin-Han New City of the Xixian New Area, near the ruins of Xianyang, the Qin capital, and the Western Han imperial mausoleums. It officially opened in 2024 as a branch of the Shaanxi History Museum. The exhibition centers on Qin-Han civilization and is organized into sections such as 'All-Under-Heaven Commanderies and Counties', 'Grand Unification', and 'Cultural Blending'. It displays Qin and Han bronzes, figurines, jade, bamboo strips, and architectural elements, as well as an immersive digital gallery. The building is spacious and comfortable to visit, and reservations are far easier to get than at the main museum in Xiaozhai. Admission follows official announcements, and most permanent exhibitions are free with reservation. A visit takes about 2 to 3 hours. The branch is about 25 km from the city center and can be reached by Metro or taxi. It can be combined with Hanyang Mausoleum on the same day. The museum is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
09:00–17:30 (closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Hanyangling Mausoleum
- Weiyang Palace Site (Han Chang'an City)
- Hancheng Lake
- Guangren Temple
- Daming Palace National Heritage Park
- Sajinqiao Food Street
- Memorial Hall of the Eighth Route Army Xi'an Office
- Xi'an City God Temple