If you want to understand Luoyang, first go to the museum. Luoyang Museum talks about Heluo civilization, Erlitou talks about 'the earliest China', the two complement each other.

This article explains how to make appointments for the two museums, what to see, and how to visit not tiring.

Must-visit attractions ranking (city)

• TOP1 Luoyang Museum · Tang Tri-Color Glazed Pottery: The tri-colored horse/tri-colored camel is the representative of the museum, with excellent colors and shapes.
• TOP2 Luoyang Museum · Heluo Civilization Exhibition: From prehistory to the main line of the Tang and Song dynasties, quickly establish Luoyang understanding
• TOP3 Erlitou · Turquoise Dragon-Shaped Object: 'China's Number One Dragon', Erlitou iconic cultural relic
• TOP4 Erlitou · Palace Ruins: Empirical evidence of the earliest dynasty capitals, with high research and study value
• TOP5 Luoyang Museum · Stone Carving Art: Longmen related Buddhist statues and inscriptions, echoing grottoes tours

Recommended route (first-time city visit)

• Half-day city version: Luoyang Museum (2-3 hours) → Surrounding Shizijie
• One-day double museum version: Morning Luoyang Museum → Afternoon Erlitou (about a 40-minute drive from downtown)
• Research Edition: Erlitou Luoyang Museum Longmen, Connecting 'Earliest China' to the Prosperous Tang Dynasty

How is the transportation arranged?

• Luoyang Museum: Accessible by city subway/bus/take a taxi, free reservation required
• Erlitou: In the Yanshi area, about 40 minutes from the city center, it is recommended chartered car/join a group tour
• The two venues are not in the same place, don't expect to rush through in one day, leave enough time.

How to choose accommodation

• Living in Luolong/Xigong District, near Luoyang Museum
• You can just stay in the city area, no need to change hotels.
• peak season Museum almost fully booked, book 1-3 days in advance

food Must-eat List

• There is no restaurant inside the venue, but there are many dining options nearby.
• Water banquet and beef soup are eaten as usual.
• per person Full meal 40-80 RMB

per person Budget Reference

• Both museums are free (reservation required), the biggest costs are transportation and guide commentary
• guide commentary device costs about 20 yuan, guide commentary is calculated separately according to show times
• Two museums in one day per person approximately 200-400 yuan (including transportation guide commentary and meals)

City

• Closed on Monday (except for statutory holidays), please confirm before your trip
• Both venues require reservation, peak season 1-3 days in advance
• Erlitou Far from downtown, don’t try to squeeze with Luo Museum in the same half-day
• No flash photography inside the museum, students on study visits traveling with kids please pay attention to order
• Do not believe the 'free guide commentary' promotions at the entrance that lead to shopping.
• Cultural relics may be temporarily adjusted due to maintenance; follow the daily announcements.

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