Overview
Key takeaway
Famous Buddhist temple founded 555 AD, once the largest temple in the Northern Song capital. The 1,000-hand Guanyin statue is carved from a single ginkgo tree.
Time & cost
Plan 1.5 hours. Budget: $6. Hours: 08:00–18:00.
Best for
Best for first-time Kaifeng visitors who want a clear 1.5 hours stop without guesswork.
Practical
Price$6
Duration1.5 hours
Hours08:00–18:00
Getting thereWalk from city center; bus 3/4
Tips
On site
The 1,000-hand Guanyin is the highlight (7m high, 1,048 hands).
Timing
Free incense.
Also
Bell tower has a 5-ton bronze bell.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (08:00–18:00). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “大相国寺” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Daxiangguo Temple, Kaifeng
MetroWalk from city center; bus 3/4
BusWalk from city center; bus 3/4
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “大相国寺” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
