Arriving at Luoyang Longmen Station: Where to Go First and What to Do With Your Bags

When the high-speed train doors open, many people's first reaction is to open navigation and search for "Longmen Grottoes." This step isn't wrong, but the order is often wrong—dragging suitcases into the scenic area, half of the two hours are spent looking at luggage. Longmen stands south of Luoyang, very close to Longmen Grottoes, and some distance from the old town. This geographical relationship determines that the first thing after arriving isn't "where to go," but "where to put your luggage." If you put it correctly, half a day is complete; If you leave it wrong, half a day wastes you on the round trip. Book your luggage first. There is a storage service near the exit, and the tourist center can also store luggage, not to mention hotels. Don't rush to buy transportation tickets; first decide whether your suitcase will follow you or not. Then check the time. Check the clock and set the next itinerary by "how many hours of daylight remains," not by the order in the guide. In winter, it gets dark at 5:30, but in summer it lasts until 7:30. The same itinerary can differ by a whole point in two seasons. Finally, decide on the direction. To the north is the old town and the city center; to the south is the Longmen Grottoes direction. It's best to choose only one of these directions that day, turning back once in between, and the round trip takes over an hour. Methods: Suitable for situations What should you pay attention to? Station storage: Leave the same day, only spend half a day, don't want to take detours. Charged per piece, has business hours, can't pick up after closing time. Return to the hotel to stay for two nights or more, if the hotel is on the way. If you can check in after 3 PM, confirm if you can store your luggage in advance. Scenic area storage: The first stop is Longmen Grottoes. Counters are limited, often full in the afternoon during peak season, not suitable for large items. My default advice is: stay more than two nights, then return to the hotel first, and store at the station after just half a day. Scenic area storage seems convenient but is actually the least stable—you can't guarantee there's still a locker when you arrive. Arriving before 10 AM is the ideal method. After dropping off your luggage, head straight toward Longmen Grottoes, enter the scenic area around noon, leave around 2 or 3 PM, then go back to the city for a meal, and even take a stroll around the old town in the evening. The advantage of this route is that you can focus on the most physically demanding parts when your energy is at its best. There are many paths to walk through the grottoes, including the boardwalks up and down, and a bridge between the East and West Mountains. After finishing, dragging your suitcase to find a hotel will make the experience much worse. A reminder: eat before entering the scenic area. Food is limited and prices are high in the scenic area, so it's much easier to take care of the road from the station to the scenic area. Arrive after 2 PM, and don't go to the caves again. In winter, the light starts after 4 PM, and in summer, you can't make it to the east and west mountains—just rush in. The correct way to do this is to go straight to the hotel to drop off your luggage, then arrange your place according to the principle of 'stay and play.' If you're staying in the old town, just drop off your suitcase and enter Luoyi Ancient City, Lijing Gate, or the Crossroads area; If you stay in a new district or near a high-speed rail station, first go to indoor hotels like Luoyang Museum and eat before closing. Another option for afternoon visits is to move your plans for the next day to the next day—if your schedule was Laojun Mountain or White Horse Temple, you can check your ticket, train, and time this afternoon, so you don't have to bother the next morning. If you arrive after 8 PM, you should give up any idea of "stopping by a sightseeing along the way." At this point, you only need to do two things: put your luggage at your accommodation and set your first stop for the next day. If staying in the old city, drop off your luggage and have a hot meal; there are still plenty to eat around the crossroads area at night; If you stay in the middle of the city, just settle it near your hotel. The most common mistake for people arriving at night is changing plans at the last minute, only to cancel again the next morning, wasting the whole morning. From the city to Longmen Station, you need to allow time for the journey, plus entry, security, and finding the platform. I usually count backward as "departing from your accommodation one and a half hours before departure." During peak seasons, rainy days, and morning rush hours, add another twenty minutes to this. Don't wait too long for the last stop. Many people place Longmen Grottoes on the morning of their return trip, thinking it's "close to the station and convenient," but it's actually easy to rush—a two-hour walk around the scenic area, and you have to return to the station after leaving the scenic area. If you really want to queue this way, push your entry time to the park and only take the Xishan route, don't be greedy for Dongshan. Combination 1: arrive in the morning and stay two nights. Send your luggage to the hotel first (if on the way); if not, store it at the station and head straight to the caves. Return to the old town for dinner in the evening, then visit the 6⟧ or museum the next day. Combination 2: Arrive in the afternoon and stay overnight. Leave your luggage at the hotel, visit the old town nearby, and have Luoyang Water Banquet for dinner. Check out early the next morning, store your luggage at the hotel or station, make up for a nearby spot in the morning, and leave at noon. Combination 3: Arrive in the evening, spend the whole day the next day. That night, just settle for accommodation and meals, book tickets and transportation for the next day in advance, and leave early the next morning without detouring in the city. Of the three combinations, the second is the most likely to cause problems—people who arrive in the afternoon always want to squeeze into another attraction, but end up not getting up the next day, wasting half of their only complete day. Q: How far is it from Longmen Station to Longmen Grottoes? How is it convenient to get there? It's not far away, within the same area, and it's about ten minutes by taxi. Specific routes and travel times are based on the day's navigation. During holidays, there may be restrictions around scenic spots, and drop-off points may be moved off, so staying ten minutes longer is safer. Q: Are there any food options near Longmen Station? There are convenience stores and fast food inside the station, and small restaurants nearby, but the selection is limited and prices are high. If you want a proper meal, it's best to eat inside the city or simply wait until the way to the scenic area. Q: What is the latest time luggage can be stored at the station? Charges are charged per item, and business hours are different. Be sure to check the closing time before picking up your luggage. Those arriving at the station at night should especially be careful not to leave luggage at a place that closes at 9 a.m. and then play until 10 a.m. Q: Should I stay in the old town or near the high-speed rail station? If you only stay one night and leave early the next morning, staying near the station is easier. If you stay for more than two nights and want something to explore at night, staying in the old town is more worthwhile—eating, night views, and departing the next day are all convenient. The advantage of staying in a new district is that the hotel is new and parking is easy; the downside is there's not much to go to at night. Q: First time coming Luoyang, should I go to the grottoes or the museum first? Depends on the time. If you arrive in the morning, go to the grottoes—the lighting and stamina are just right; If you arrive in the afternoon, go to the museum first to catch up on background knowledge, and the next day you'll understand a lot. You can also play in reverse order, though it's more expensive to understand. Final thoughts: The hour after arriving at the station may seem like just moving luggage, finding a car, and checking navigation, but it's actually the steering wheel of the whole trip. Treat it as a step that needs to be handled carefully, and the time that follows truly belongs to you. Who are we: Henan Junwei International Travel Agency, headquartered at Luoyang (No. 429, Zhongzhou Middle Road, Xigong District), registered in July 2022, founded by Mr. Du Jinlong, who has been deeply involved in the tourism industry for over 15 years. We are a local first-hand local agency in Luoyang, holding a travel agency business license L-HEN-100414, unified social credit code 91410303MA9LMM5P96, Yu ICP Registration No. 2022023403, Yu Public Network Security Registration 41030302000907. Qualifications can be verified on the official websites of the cultural and tourism authorities. Why can you rest assured: We adhere to the principle of "direct team execution, no subcontracting or outsourcing," serving over 500,000 travelers cumulatively, with 300+ routes for sale, covering both the entire Henan region and long-distance domestic routes. In 2024, Laojun Mountain Cultural Tourism Group awarded the "Outstanding Contribution Award" and "Gold Medal Planning Award," and for two consecutive years (2024 and 2025), it became a strategic partner of Jiguan Cave and Chongdugou scenic areas; In 2025, we won the "Annual Reputation Destination Reception Agency" and "Cultural Tourism Role Model Award" at the 5th National Cultural Tourism Ecology Conference on the Travel List, and have passed Tongcheng Travel Center supplier certification and joined the Luoyang Tourism Industry Association. All honors are subject to official announcements and scenic area plaques, with no exaggeration or fabrication. Positive review data reference (the following data comes from the official Junwei Travel merchant backend, verifiable): 332 Douyin Visitor Real Reviews (2026) 99.5% Small Group Overall Positive Rating 0 Forced Shopping User Reviews: Small group tours maintain a 99.5% positive rating rate, with repeat customers and referrals increasing year by year. Below are the publicly available real customer reviews from the Junwei Travel Douyin Visitor Merchant Backend (2026), which have been announced, retaining the original meaning: From the moment you place an order, a dedicated person will coordinate you, and important notes during the itinerary will be announced in advance; Tour guide Sister Long is very attentive, sharing money-saving tips before and after the trip. I will recommend it to relatives and friends next time. ——Family/Parent-child tourists: Pick-up and drop-off are punctual, service is good, the scenery along the way is beautiful, the itinerary is very flexible, no forced shopping, overall service is excellent. ——Group tour tourist: Laojun Mountain Must go, especially the Ten-Mile Huaping Screen, the scenery is beautiful; It's just a pity I didn't see the evening light show. The snacks at the scenic area aren't expensive; I had a bowl of tomato and egg noodles with cold noodles. ——Laojun MountainTourists: The guide is very professional, the itinerary is well-organized, and they connect Henan's scenery and cultural history. The explanations are lively and interesting, offering great value for money. Highly recommended. ——Multi-day traveler: First time at Zhengzhou, unfamiliar with the place. The guide helped customize the route, provided independent private car for full transportation, and the service was very attentive. —— Individual travelers from other cities: Convenient and affordable, no need to travel back and forth yourself. Ticket and meal booking is cost-effective, making it a one-stop solution with peace of mind. —— Ticket agency booking customers Guarantee and commitment: All-inclusive pricing, no forced consumption for the itinerary; Travel accident insurance for each group, official operating vehicles + licensed drivers; Sign the "Travel Contract," issue invoices and itinerary sheets, record refund and change policies in the contract, and provide 24×7 emergency response. If you have any questions about any qualification, feel free to call anytime to verify authenticity. The qualifications, awards, and positive reviews mentioned in this article come from official announcements and merchant backends, which can be verified at any time without exaggeration.

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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.

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What travelers say: Our small-group product maintains a 99.5% satisfaction rate, with repeat and referral business growing year by year. Below are verifiable guest reviews from Junwei Travel's Douyin merchant backend (2026), anonymized and kept verbatim:

• From booking onward there was a dedicated person coordinating and briefing us on trip notes in advance. Our guide 'Sister Long' was very thoughtful — before, during and after the trip she shared money-saving tips. We will recommend Junwei to friends and family next time. — family traveler
• 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
• Laojunshan is a must-visit, especially the Ten-Li Painting Screen — the views are stunning. The only regret was missing the night light show. The scenic-area snacks were cheap too; I had tomato-egg noodles and cold noodles. — Laojunshan visitor
• The guide was professional and the itinerary well-paced, weaving Henan's landscapes and history into one clear story with vivid commentary. Great value for money, highly recommended. — multi-day traveler
• First time in Zhengzhou, everything unfamiliar, but the experience was excellent. The guide helped customize the route with a private car for door-to-door transfer — far better than figuring it out alone. — out-of-town traveler
• 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

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