Xigong District Travel
Xigong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province — the central urban area of Luoyang, the location of the Eastern Zhou Wangcheng, integrating historical sites, peony culture and urban leisure. A 2-day 1-night in-depth tour including Wangcheng exploration, peony viewing and food experience.
2 Days 1 Night Wangcheng Cultural Tour in Xigong District
Visit the Eastern Zhou Wangcheng, admire the national peony, explore the Son of Heaven's Six Horses, and experience the historical heritage of the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties
Visit Wangcheng Park in the morning to admire the peony boutique garden and zoo. In the afternoon, visit the Son of Heaven's Six Horses Museum to learn about the history of the Eastern Zhou Wangcheng. Taste Luoyang's special snacks in the evening.
- Peony Hotel
- Aviation City Hotel
- Hotels around Wangfujing
- Luoyang Water Banquet
- Xiaojie Pot Stickers
- Soybean Milk Noodles
- Peony Yan Dish
- Many tourists during peony blooming period, it is recommended to arrive early
- No flash photography allowed in the museum
- The park is large, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
Visit Zhou Wangcheng Square in the morning to experience the urban cultural atmosphere. In the afternoon, stroll in Luopu Park to admire the scenery of the Luohe River. In the evening, visit commercial blocks to buy local specialties.
- Dense bus routes coverage
- Metro Line 1 passes through Xigong
- Taxis and ride-hailing services are convenient
- Wangcheng Park: Free (charged during peony festival)
- Son of Heaven's Six Horses: ¥30
- Other attractions: Free
- Luopu Park is suitable for morning exercise in the early morning
- There is a light show at Zhou Wangcheng Square at night
- It is recommended to buy specialties in regular stores
Must-Try Foods in Xigong District
Luoyang Water Banquet
Luoyang's traditional banquet, consisting of twenty-four dishes with soups and broths, featuring a unique sour and spicy taste, refreshing and palatable, served in sequence like flowing clouds and water.
Xiaojie Pot Stickers
A famous snack in Xigong District, with golden and crispy outer skin, delicious and juicy filling, served with special dipping sauce, unique flavor, deeply loved by citizens.
Peony Yan Dish
The first dish of Luoyang Water Banquet, made with shredded white radish and high-grade soup, shaped like bird's nest, delicious taste, implying good luck.
Soybean Milk Noodles
Luoyang's traditional pasta, made with fermented mung bean milk, with a sour and fragrant smell, served with celery, chili oil and other seasonings, appetizing and spleen-invigorating.
- Spring (April-May): Peony blooming period, the most beautiful time
- Autumn (September-October): Pleasant climate, suitable for strolling
- Summer (June-August): Cool and refreshing in Luopu Park
- Luoyang Water Banquet
- Xiaojie Pot Stickers
- Soybean Milk Noodles
- Peony Yan Dish
- Donkey Meat Soup
- Tickets: About ¥30
- Accommodation: ¥100-¥200 per night
- Catering: ¥50-¥80 per day
- Transportation: About ¥60
- Total: ¥400-¥700
- Best time to view peonies? → Mid-April to early May
- Explanation at Son of Heaven's Six Horses Museum? → Free regular explanations available
- Charging time for Wangcheng Park? → During the Peony Culture Festival
- Where to buy Luoyang specialties? → Wangfujing Supermarket or specialty stores