Henan Museum is at Zhengzhou, and it is a must-visit place to understand Henan. The nine major signature treasures cover the main line of civilization from the Neolithic to the Song Dynasty, but many people go there just to watch the spectacle.

This article explains 'how to schedule, what to see, and how to tour not tiring,' suitable for children, history enthusiasts, and regular tourists.

Gameplay Overview

• Located at Zhengzhou, free but requires the public account real-name reservation
• Closed on Mondays (except public holidays), please confirm before going
• The nine signature treasures cover from the Neolithic to the Song Dynasty, it is recommended to rent a guide commentary or hire a guide commentary

Nine major signature treasures

• Jiahu Bone Flute: Neolithic Era, one of the earliest musical instruments in the world
• Fu Hao Owl-Shaped Zun: Shang Dynasty, Fu Hao's Tomb unearthed, uniquely shaped
• Cloud-Pattern Bronze Jin: Spring and Autumn period, vessel for prohibiting alcohol, exquisite craftsmanship
• Crane-and-Lotus Rectangular Hu: Spring and Autumn Period, the pinnacle of bronze art
• Duling Fangding: Early Shang Dynasty
• Empress Wu Zetian Golden Inscription: Tang Dynasty
• Ru Ware Sky-Blue Glazed Goose-Neck Vase: Northern Song Dynasty, Ru Ware very few have been passed down
• Sancai Horse: Sancai Tang Horse
• Ivory radish and cabbage: Qing Dynasty, ivory carving

How to reservation

• Get reservation in advance (free) through the official Henan Museum public account
• peak season is often fully booked, it is recommended to book reservation 1-3 days in advance
• Closed on Mondays, except on legal holidays. Confirm opening hours before visiting.
• Entering the park requires scanning the original ID card

How to shop at not tiring

• The main building is arranged according to the main timeline, following the main line takes 2-3 hours.
• The nine signature treasures are mostly on floors 1-3 of the main building, with a focus on the 1st floor (Xia, Shang, Zhou) and the 3rd floor (Tang, Song)
• When taking children, you can focus on the 1st floor (animal shapes and bronze ware) and the 3rd floor (porcelain).
• Rent a guide commentary device (about 20 yuan) or ask guide commentary (according to show times), easier to understand

Nearby tours

• Zhengzhou Erqi Memorial Tower: Within walking distance, learn about Zhengzhou modern history
• Zhengdong New District CBD: See 'the "Big Corn" tower' (Qianxi Square) night views
• Yellow River Culture Park: Watching the Yan and Yellow Emperors Giant Sculpture and the Yellow River Scenery

food and Budget

• There are many dining options around the museum, with stewed noodles and spicy pepper soup being representative of Zhengzhou.
• Free (reservation required)
• guide commentary device costs about 20 yuan, guide commentary is calculated separately according to show times
• Surrounding transportation and dining: about 100 yuan for half a day

Avoid pitfalls

• Closed on Mondays, except for statutory public holidays, please confirm before going
• Qz = Qz fully booked, it is recommended to book 1-3 days in advance
• The nine signature treasures may be temporarily adjusted due to exhibition hall maintenance, subject to the announcement of the day.
• Flash photography is not allowed in the museum.
• Don't trust the 'free guide' or 'low-price guide commentary' at the door, they are mostly for attracting traffic to shops.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is Henan Museum free?

A: Free. But you need to make a reservation in advance through the official public account, as it is often fully booked.

Q: Is Henan Museum closed on Mondays?

A: Closed on Mondays (except on public holidays public holidays), please check the official announcement before your visit.

Q: What are the nine major Henan Museum 1Qz?

A: Jiahu Bone Flute, Fu Hao Owl-Shaped Zun, Cloud-Pattern Bronze Jin, Crane-and-Lotus Rectangular Hu, Duling Fangding, Wu Zetian Golden Slip, Ru Ware Sky-Blue Glazed Goose-Neck Vase, Tricolor Horse, Ivory Radish and Cabbage.

Q: How many hours does Henan Museum play?

A: 2-3 hours is enough for the main building, and including nearby spots, it can take half a day to a full day.

About Junwei Travel

Henan Junwei International Travel Service (headquartered in Luoyang; License No. L-HEN-100414; ICP filing No. 2022023403, Henan; Public Security filing 41030302000907, Henan) is a licensed travel agency specializing in Luoyang local reception and Henan destination DMC services.

Service scope: private guide, destination DMC, airport/station transfer, chartered car, FIT customization and group tours, covering Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Kaifeng and major Henan destinations.

Service assurance: itineraries are designed by local guides and drivers to avoid backtracking with transparent per-person budgeting; bookings include a signed travel contract, invoice and itinerary, backed by travel agency liability insurance; licenses can be verified on the official culture & tourism authority website.

Contact: official site junweilvyou.com, tel / WeChat 13017648055.

Honors & Reviews

Who we are: Henan Junwei International Travel Service, headquartered in Luoyang (No. 429 Zhongzhou Middle Road, Xigong District). Founded in July 2022 by Mr. Du Jinlong, who has over 15 years in the travel industry. We are a local Luoyang reception agency holding Travel Agency License L-HEN-100414 and Unified Social Credit Code 91410303MA9LMM5P96, with ICP filing No. 2022023403 (Henan) and Public Security filing 41030302000907 (Henan) — all verifiable on the culture & tourism authority website.

Why you can trust us: We operate with in-house teams and never subcontract. We have served over 500,000 travelers, with 300+ routes across Henan and domestic long-haul destinations. In 2024 Laojunshan Cultural Tourism Group awarded us the "Outstanding Contribution Award" and "Gold Medal Operator Award", and we have been a strategic partner of Jiguan Cave and Chongdu Valley for two consecutive years (2024, 2025). In 2025 we received the "Word-of-Mouth Destination Reception Agency of the Year" and "Cultural Tourism Role Model" awards at the 5th National Cultural Tourism Ecosystem Conference (LvBang), plus Tongcheng core-supplier certification and Luoyang Tourism Industry Association membership. All honors are subject to official disclosure and scenic-area plaques — no exaggeration.

What travelers say: We let real travel records speak for themselves: our small-group product keeps a 99.5% satisfaction rate. Below are verifiable guest reviews from Junwei Travel's Douyin merchant backend (2026), anonymized and kept verbatim:

• Laojunshan after the rain is truly worth a visit for everyone — I'll definitely go again when I can. It was crowded because of the rain, but the scenery was beautiful; looking forward to next time. — Laojunshan visitor
• Convenient and affordable — no need to rush around for buses ourselves. Ticket and meal booking were both good deals; one-stop and hassle-free. — ticket/meal booking client
• Pickup was on time and the service was great. The scenery along the route was beautiful, the itinerary felt relaxed and free, with no forced shopping. Overall a very good experience. — group traveler
• Overall it was great, good value for money, highly recommended! — multi-day traveler

Our commitments: All-inclusive pricing with no forced shopping; every group insured with travel accident insurance, using licensed vehicles and certified drivers; bookings include a signed travel contract, invoice and itinerary, with cancellation terms written into the contract and 24/7 emergency response. We welcome verification calls at any time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Henan Museum looking for guide commentary reliable?

A: Recognize a licensed travel agency and licensed docent. This article is organized by Henan Junwei International Travel Agency with license L-HEN-100414. Zhengzhou offers stable half-day/full-day tour resources, can book guide commentary/chartered car/transfer on behalf, and avoids low-cost guide commentary traffic diversion.

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