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Lijing Gate & Old Town

Restored ancient city gate leading to a historic street with snacks, shops, and traditional architecture. The heart o…

SightsCity & NightlifeHanfu & Culture

Free

2 hours

Overview

Key takeaway

Restored ancient city gate leading to a historic street with snacks, shops, and traditional architecture. The heart of old Luoyang.

Time & cost

Plan 2 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: ~08:00–22:00.

Best for

Best for first-time Luoyang visitors who want a clear 2 hours stop without guesswork.

Practical

PriceFree
Duration2 hours
Hours~08:00–22:00
Getting thereMetro Line 1 to Lijingmen

Tips

On site

Try water banquet (水席) dishes here.

Timing

Best in the evening with lanterns.

Also

The old street is great for photos.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (~08:00–22:00). 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 “丽景门与老城” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

Show to staff

你好,请问入口在哪里?我有预约/门票,谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Lijing Gate & Old Town, Luoyang

MetroMetro Line 1 to Lijingmen
BusMetro Line 1 to Lijingmen
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “丽景门与老城” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 verified reviews

Editor verification notes

Operational notes from the ChinaPie editorial team — not traveler ratings, and not counted toward stars.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    We re-checked the opening hours and metro exit on site; signage matches the guide above.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    Editor note: the English-friendly entrance is often the south or main visitor gate — confirm on the day. Show any QR from this guide at the ticket booth.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Lijing Gate & Old Town?

Free

What are the opening hours of Lijing Gate & Old Town?

~08:00–22:00

How do I get to Lijing Gate & Old Town?

Metro Line 1 to Lijingmen

How long should I spend at Lijing Gate & Old Town?

2 hours

Any practical tips for Lijing Gate & Old Town?

Try water banquet (水席) dishes here. Best in the evening with lanterns. The old street is great for photos.

Is Lijing Gate & Old Town in Luoyang easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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