One Luoyang City, half of Chinese history. The ultimate Luoyang travel guide

【Must-See Attractions Walking Guide】🏯 🌟TOP1: Longmen Grottoes 👉World-class wonder! The 17-meter-tall Vairocana Buddha exudes majestic vibes 🎫Ticket: ¥90 (half-price for students) ✨Hidden gem: Magical lighting after 5 PM 💫 🚤Boat ride: ¥50/person (Highly recommended! Unique cave views) 🕊️TOP2: White Horse Temple China's first Buddhist temple lives up to its fame! 📸Photo spot: International Buddhist zone transports you to Southeast Asia 🎫Ticket: ¥35 (Best value) 🏛️TOP3: Luoyang Museum Free❗But book in advance Treasure: Cao Wei white jade cup – breathtaking beauty ⏳Suggested time: 3 hours (Closed Mondays) 🌃TOP4: Yingtianmen Gate + Mingtang & Tiantang Stunning night views! Don't miss the Saturday 8:30 PM light show 📷Pro tip: Hanfu outfits on the tower make epic photos 🍜【Foodie's Must-Try Map】🍜 🔥TOP1: Zhenbutong Restaurant Luoyang Water Banquet at its finest! ~¥80/person Must-order: Peony Swallow Dish (Radish shreds never looked this elegant!) 🥣TOP2: Nanguan Small Bowl Beef Soup ¥15/bowl with free refills! Perfect with shredded pancakes ⏰Opens at 5 AM (Locals swear by this timing) 🍡TOP3: Cross Street Night Market ¥10 for skewered beef tripe! ¥5 for silver-thread pastries Best after 7 PM – vibrant atmosphere 🚗【Transport & Accommodation】🚗 ✈️Airport to downtown: Metro Line 2 (40-minute direct ride) 🏨Hotels: Budget: Cross Street homestays (¥150-250/night) Luxury: Huamao Chunsong Hotel (includes Hanfu experience) 💰【3D2N Budget】💰 Tickets: ¥300 Food: ¥150/day Accommodation: ¥250-600/night Total: ¥1000-1500 (Flexible options) ⚠️【Pitfall Avoidance】⚠️ 1️⃣April peony festival = extreme crowds! 2️⃣Hanfu rentals are cheaper on Minzhu Street than at scenic spots 3️⃣July-August is scorching – sunscreen essential 💡Money-saving hack: ¥99 annual travel pass = unlimited entry to 7 major sites! 📆【Classic Itinerary】 Day1: Longmen Grottoes → Zhenbutong Water Banquet → Luoyang Museum → Luoyi Ancient City Day2: White Horse Temple → Yingtianmen Gate → Mingtang & Tiantang → "Trace of Luoshen" show Day3: Laojun Mountain day trip (¥260 all-inclusive tour) 👑Not just China's ancient capital of 13 dynasties, but also a carb-lover's paradise! Millennia of Vairocana Buddha's gaze + the aroma of beef soup – you'll fall in love at first visit~