What are the best things to do in Luoyang?
Top picks in Luoyang include Longmen National Park, Baima Temple, Dingding Gate Ruins Museum, Guanlin Temple. See the full list and itinerary on this Luoyang travel guide.
Why visit Luoyang
Travel guide for Luoyang, China — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Luoyang is a stop in China, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Longmen National Park, Baima Temple, Dingding Gate Ruins Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 50–130 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Luoyang
1
Longmen National Park
2
Baima Temple
3
Dingding Gate Ruins Museum
4
Guanlin Temple
5
Luoyang Museum
6
Duke of Zhou Temple Museum
7
Eighth Route Army Luoyang Office Museum
8
Luoyang Ancient Art Museum
Budget travel
Free things to do in Luoyang
Longmen National Park
Baima Temple
Dingding Gate Ruins Museum
Guanlin Temple
Duke of Zhou Temple Museum
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Luoyang itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Longmen National Park
- Visit Baima Temple
- Visit Dingding Gate Ruins Museum
- Eat at Qianjude Peking Duck Restaurant
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Guanlin Temple
- Visit Luoyang Museum
- Visit Duke of Zhou Temple Museum
- Eat at Dirty Street
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Eighth Route Army Luoyang Office Museum
- Visit Luoyang Ancient Art Museum
Budget
Luoyang trip cost
Budget
USD 25–45
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 50–130
per person / day
Luxury
USD 150–245+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Luoyang, China. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Luoyang
Estimated total (USD)
$2,145
≈ $1,073 per person · $306 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $90/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Luoyang mid-range ground costs (budget 25–45 · mid 50–130 · luxury 150–245+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Qianjude Peking Duck Restaurant
Dirty Street
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Luoyang Marriott Hotel
Luoyang International Hotel
Hua Yang Plaza Hotel Luoyang
Hilton Luoyang
Renhe Hotell
Shopping
- Shanghai Market
- Walmart
- Wanfuqin
Museums & culture
- Baima Temple
- Dingding Gate Ruins Museum
- Guanlin Temple
- Luoyang Museum
- Duke of Zhou Temple Museum
- Eighth Route Army Luoyang Office Museum
In pictures
Luoyang gallery
Photos: Rialfver Original uploader was Rialfver at nl.wikipedia, Windmemories, xiquinhosilva — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Luoyang travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Luoyang?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Luoyang?
Plan at least 3 days in Luoyang for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Luoyang?
Popular stays in Luoyang include Luoyang Marriott Hotel, Luoyang International Hotel, Hua Yang Plaza Hotel Luoyang. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Luoyang cost?
On the ground in Luoyang (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 25–45 per person per day, mid-range about 50–130, and luxury about 150–245+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Luoyang, China. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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