Overview
Key takeaway
Excellent museum covering 5,000 years of Luoyang history. Free entry. The Tang dynasty artifacts and Buddhist sculptures are highlights.
Time & cost
Plan 2 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays).
Best for
Best for first-time Luoyang visitors who want a clear 2 hours stop without guesswork.
Practical
PriceFree
Duration2 hours
HoursTue–Sun 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays)
Getting thereDidi from center (15 min)
Tips
On site
The 'Erlitou' and 'Tang' galleries are best.
Timing
Audio guide ¥20.
Also
Combine with nearby Sui-Tang Botanical Garden.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (Tue–Sun 09:00–17:00 (closed Mondays)). 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 “洛阳博物馆” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Luoyang Museum, Luoyang
MetroDidi from center (15 min)
BusDidi from center (15 min)
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “洛阳博物馆” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
