Luoyang — Travel Guide for Foreign Visitors
Airport transfers, signature food and top things to do — everything a visitor needs in Luoyang.
Ancient capital of 13 dynasties — Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple and the peony city.
🍜 Signature dishes in Luoyang
- 洛阳水席Luoyang Water Banquet
- 牛肉汤Beef Soup
- 不翻汤Bufan Soup
- 浆面条Fermented Noodles
- 锅贴Potstickers
- 洛阳燕菜Yan Cai Delicacy
- 牡丹饼Peony Cake
- 糊涂面Hutu Noodles
- 连汤肉片Meat Slice Soup
- 银丝酥Silver Thread Candy
🎟️ Top things to do
- Longmen Grottoes
UNESCO cliff carvings
- White Horse Temple
First Buddhist temple in China
- Lijing Gate
Old city gateway & food street
- Shaolin Temple
Kung fu temple, 1h drive
- Luoyang Museum
Bronze & Tang relics
- Water banquet dinner
Imperial banquet soup course
- Yingtianmen Gate
Tang dynasty gate & light show
- Luoyi Ancient City
Night lantern streets
👥 Visitor tips
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from the airport to downtown Luoyang?
Take the metro or a taxi from LYA (Beijiao) airport. The metro is the cheapest option; taxis are convenient for luggage and groups.
Do I need a visa to visit Luoyang on a layover?
Many nationalities can use China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy in Luoyang. Check your eligibility in the visa checker tool before travelling.
Is a layover in Luoyang visa free, and how long can I stay?
Inside the airport's international transit area you can wait up to 24 hours without a visa. To leave the airport, nationals of 57 countries can use the 240-hour visa-free transit (up to 10 days, counted from 00:00 the day after entry) and many others have 30-day visa-free entry. Full answers: see the visa & layover FAQ. Visa Q&A →
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