Stay at Pusha, Experience Luoyang: An Immersive Roaming Guide Through the Old City's Lively Atmosphere

I. Highly Recommended Homestay After Staying: A Cozy Haven in the Old City's Lively Atmosphere If you plan to roam Luoyang Old City, Pusha Homestay Hotel (Luoyi Ancient City Branch) is definitely a cost-effective choice. This homestay, newly opened in 2024, is like a pearl hidden on Tanggong East Road, impressing every guest with its details. 🌟 Must-Praise Highlights •Space and Design: The rooms are surprisingly spacious, cleverly divided into two functional areas, ensuring an open activity space while maintaining privacy for the resting area, so even families won't feel cramped. •Heartwarming Service: The owner's enthusiasm is the "hidden gem" here – not only proactively reserving parking spaces, but also carefully cleaning fallen flowers from cars; local food recommendations are precise, down to which restaurant's signature dishes are a must-try, truly providing "insider-level" travel tips. •Convenient Facilities: Free wireless WIFI covers the entire property, a 24-hour front desk is ready to respond to needs, and amenities like luggage storage and a tea room are thoughtful and practical. The biggest bonus points go to free parking with charging and laundry services, making it stress-free for self-driving or long stays. •Location Advantage: Only over 900 meters walk to Luoyi Ancient City, over 800 meters to Shizijie Night Market, and several time-honored restaurants within 300 meters, truly achieving "step out and start eating and shopping." 📌 Check-in Tips •Check-in is after 14:00, check-out is before 12:00. It is recommended to contact the front desk in advance to confirm parking availability (especially during peak tourist season). •Just 30 meters from the exit is "Xinjie Laopo Rice Noodles," an old establishment frequently visited by locals, worth a try. •Supports Alipay and WeChat Pay, and no deposit is required, making check-in convenient and efficient. II. Luoyang Old City Roaming Guide: A 3-Day Itinerary Centered Around the Homestay 🌞 Day 1: Old City's Lively Atmosphere・Culinary Luoyang •Morning: Walk 10 minutes from the homestay to [Luoyi Ancient City]. In the early morning, there are fewer people and the scenery is beautiful. The green bricks and grey tiles reflect the morning light, perfect for Hanfu photoshoots (there are several Hanfu rental shops nearby, prices 80-200 RMB/day). •Noon: Return to the vicinity of the homestay, try [Halal Mongolian King BBQ] 312 meters away. Their local specialty roasted lamb ribs are crispy outside and tender inside. •Afternoon: Walk 800 meters to [Shizijie (Cross Street)], browse time-honored shops, and buy some Peony Pastries and Plum Blossom Cakes as souvenirs. •Evening: [Old City Shizijie Night Market] opens. Recommended to try Water Banquet dishes ([Zhenbutong Restaurant], 955 meters away, is a century-old establishment, you can order small assorted platters), and Xiaoqigui Huicai (Stewed Vegetables) (1.02 km). •Night: Take a walk to [Drum Tower] 693 meters away, admire the ancient architecture illuminated by lights, and listen to street performers singing Henan Opera. 🌞 Day 2: Echoes of History・A Dialogue Across Millennia •Morning: Take a 15-minute taxi ride to [Sui-Tang Luoyang City Mingtang-Tiangtang Scenic Area] (2.49 km). Ascend Tiantang to overlook the panoramic view of the old city, and experience the grandeur of the prosperous Tang Dynasty during Empress Wu Zetian's era. •Noon: Return to the vicinity of the homestay. [Tianfu Hotpot], 564 meters away, is a hotpot restaurant frequently visited by locals, offering great value for money. •Afternoon: Walk 1.62 km to [Lijing Gate], ascend the city tower to view the Luoyang River scenery, pass through the city gate archway to explore West Street. [Old Luoyang Noodle Restaurant], 698 meters away, can be your dinner spot; recommended are Jiangmian Tiao (Sour Noodle Soup) and Hutumian (Muddled Noodles). •Night: Go to [Lijing Gate - Music Ocean] 1.58 km away, and experience the modern vitality of the ancient city amidst lights and music. 🌞 Day 3: Extended Exploration・Interweaving Nature and Culture •Option A (Cultural Route): ◦Morning: Take a 20-minute taxi ride to [Tianzi Jialiu Museum] (4.21 km), see the chariot and horse pits from the Eastern Zhou Dynasty, and learn about ancient ritual culture. ◦Afternoon: Head to [Sui-Tang Luoyang City Yingtian Gate Site] (2.63 km). After visiting the museum, take a set of ancient-style photos at the South Plaza. •Option B (Nature Route): ◦Morning: Take a 30-minute taxi ride to [Luoyang Longmen Grottoes] (7.88 km). It is recommended to hire a guide (around 100 RMB) to gain a deeper understanding of the historical stories behind the grottoes. ◦Afternoon: After returning to the city center, you can visit [Xigong Xiaojie (Xigong Small Street)] 3.67 km away, and buy some Luoyang specialties. III. Quick Check of Nearby Amenities 🍜 Food Map (Within Walking Distance) •Rice Noodle Lovers: 30 meters [Xinjie Laopo Rice Noodles] •Water Banquet Experience: 605 meters [Baoyuan Water Banquet (Luoyi Ancient City Branch)], 955 meters [Zhenbutong Restaurant] •Hotpot Option: 564 meters [Tianfu Hotpot] •Local Snacks: 838 meters [Old City Shizijie Night Market] (Fried Liangfen and Bufan Tang are must-tries) 🚗 Transportation Guide •To Luoyang Railway Station: 4.76 km, about 15 minutes by taxi. •To Luoyang Beijiao Airport: 11.86 km, about 30 minutes by taxi. •Subway Station: 680 meters to [Luoyi Ancient City Subway Station - Exit A1], with direct access to Mingtang-Tiangtang Scenic Area. 🛍 Shopping Recommendations •Daily Shopping: 758 meters [Dennis Department Store (Beidajie Branch)] •Comprehensive Malls: 3.67 km [Wanda Plaza (Zhongzhou Branch)], 5.03 km [Dennis David World] Staying here, you will discover the romance of Luoyang – it's a bowl of soup under the ancient city wall, it's the lanterns lighting up in the twilight, and even more, it's the warmth of the homestay owner's words, "Where do you want to go tomorrow? I'll show you a shortcut." Pusha Homestay is not just a place to rest, but also the key to unlocking life in Luoyang Old City.