Longmen Grottoes, as a World Heritage Site, has a long history and rich cultural connotation. In order to ensure that your visit is a pleasant and safe experience, here are some important notes for your visit:
First, tickets and reservations
Purchase tickets in advance: It is recommended to book tickets in advance through official channels such as the official Longmen Grottoes website, WeChat public number or third-party platforms to avoid waiting in line at the site.
Real-name ticketing: since April 1, 2025, Longmen Grottoes fully implement online and offline real-name ticketing visit services. Visitors purchasing full-price or half-price tickets are required to bring their original valid ID to purchase tickets or check tickets to enter the grottoes.
Preferential policies: pay attention to check whether there are preferential policies applicable to you, such as half-price or free tickets for students, teachers, seniors, etc., and prepare the relevant documents as required.
Second, opening hours
Daytime opening: Longmen Grottoes are open from 8:00 to 19:00 daily (ticket sales stop at 17:30, admission stops at 18:00). Please make reasonable arrangements to avoid missing the opportunity to visit.
Night Tour of Dragon Gate: Currently, the “Night Tour of Dragon Gate” program is open from 17:30 to 21:30 (ticketing from 17:30 to 19:30, ticket checking from 18:00 to 20:00), and the open area is Xishan Grotto and Xiangshan Temple. Please pay attention to the announcement of the scenic spot for the latest night tour information.
Third, transportation and parking
Public Transportation: You can choose to take buses, cabs or tour buses to Longmen Grottoes. There are direct bus lines to the scenic spot from Luoyang Railway Station and Luoyang Longmen Station (High-speed Railway Station).
By car: Navigate to “Longmen Grottoes Northwest Visitor Center (Longmen Ancient Street)”, there are several parking lots in the scenic area. Please note that the northeast service area parking lot may be suspended at night, please follow the instructions of the scenic area to park your car.
Fourth, excursion safety
Attention to safety: During the tour, please pay attention to the steps under your feet to avoid slipping or falling. Do not climb the grotto to avoid danger.
No Smoking and Photography: To protect cultural relics, smoking is prohibited in the scenic area. Photography may be prohibited in some areas, please comply with the regulations of the scenic area.
Sunscreen and heat prevention: The Longmen Grottoes are located outdoors, and the sun is strong in summer, so it is recommended to carry sunscreen products such as sun hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. At the same time, pay attention to replenish water to prevent heatstroke.
Fifth, civilized tour
Protect cultural relics: Please do not touch the relics, do not carve or paint in the scenic area, and work together to protect this precious cultural heritage.
Keep quiet: During the tour, please keep quiet and do not make loud noises, so as not to affect the visiting experience of other tourists.
Respect local customs: understand and respect local customs and habits, show a good image of civilized tourists.
Sixth, other precautions
Dress comfortably: It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes for a better visit to the scenic spots.
Carry necessities: Carry enough drinking water and small snacks, as well as necessary medicines and first aid supplies.
Pay attention to weather changes: Pay attention to the weather forecast and arrange your trip reasonably. In case of bad weather, please adjust your plan in time.
To sum up, before visiting Longmen Grottoes, please make sufficient preparation and planning to ensure that your journey is pleasant and safe. At the same time, please comply with the regulations of the scenic area, civilized tour, and jointly protect this precious cultural heritage.
