The Ultimate Longmen Grottoes Check-in Guide: A No-Backtracking Tour Plan

Come on, the Longmen Grottoes are definitely the most stunning grotto art I have ever seen! ❤️ History and art lovers, don’t miss it~

📍 Location: 12 km south of Luoyang City, Henan Province
⏰ Opening Hours: 7:30-18:30 (Peak season 4.1-10.31) 8:00-17:30 (Off-season 11.1-3.31)
🎫 Tickets: 90 RMB/person (includes West Hill Grottoes, East Hill Grottoes, Xiangshan Temple, Baiyuan)

🌟 Recommended No-Backtracking Route:
🚶♂️ West Hill Grottoes → Qianxi Temple → Wanfo Cave → Lotus Cave → Binyang Middle Cave → Fengxian Temple (Iconic Giant Buddha) → Guyang Cave → Yaofang Cave → East Hill Grottoes

Photo Tips 📸:
1️⃣ Fengxian Temple’s Vairocana Buddha is a must-shoot! The natural lighting is perfect~
2️⃣ The Thousand Buddha Wall in Wanfo Cave is breathtaking, the upward angle is amazing!
3️⃣ The view at the entrance of Qianxi Temple is a perfect spot for panoramic grotto shots

Friendly Tips 💡:
✅ Wear comfortable flat shoes, there are many stairs
✅ Bring your own water and snacks, prices inside the scenic area are a bit high
✅ Choose cloudy days or evenings for the best lighting
✅ A guide is really necessary, the historical stories are fascinating!

Photo-loving ladies can wear Hanfu to check in~ Every grotto is a piece of art, and every shot looks like a masterpiece! ✨

Post by vance_3647 | Nov 5, 2025

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