🚆 Longmen Grottoes — The No-Walk, Easy-Access Guide

#falladventures Most people think visiting Longmen Grottoes means long walks — but actually, you can make the whole visit super easy with the right transport choices. Here’s the simplest way to explore this UNESCO site without exhausting yourself. ⸻ ✅ 1. Arrive Easily by HSR Longmen Station (龙门站) is only 10 minutes from the scenic area. After exiting the station: • Take Bus 67 → direct to the East Gate • Or taxi / Didi (¥10–15) → fastest and involves zero transfers • No need to return to downtown Luoyang at all ⸻ ✅ 2. Choose the Right Gate: EAST GATE = Minimum Walking The scenic area is huge, but the East Gate (东门) is the closest to the densest concentration of grottoes. From the East Gate, the main sights are directly along the riverbank: • Thousands of mid-slope caves • Binyang Caves (宾阳洞) • Fengxian Temple (奉先寺) — best place to see the 17m giant Vairocana Buddha Walk is flat, scenic, and short. ⸻ ✅ 3. Take the Park Shuttle — Zero Hiking Required Inside the scenic area, use: 🚌 Eco Shuttle Bus (¥10 round trip) Runs between major points: • East Gate ⇄ West Gate • Saves you 20–30 minutes of walking each way • Great if you want to see both sides without crossing the long bridge on foot 🚤 Electric Boat (seasonal, ¥30–40) The boat route takes you along the Yi River and lets you see the grottoes from the opposite bank — excellent option for those who want minimal walking but still want great views. ⸻ ✅ 4. Returning is Easy From West Gate, you can: • Take the shuttle bus back to East Gate • Or exit directly and get a taxi/Didi to either • Longmen Station (10 min), or • Downtown Luoyang (20–25 min) ⸻ ✨ Why This Route Is Perfect for Zero-Walk Travelers • No need to climb hills • All paths are flat, paved, and easy • Boat + shuttle combo lets you see everything with minimal steps • Perfect for those with luggage, elderly travelers, or short layovers