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43rd Luoyang Peony Culture Festival · Apr 1–30

See the Luoyang Peony Fair
One guide, stress-free blooms

In 2026 over 1,445 peony varieties bloom across Luoyang. We help you time the bloom, pick gardens and plan routes, with group, private and custom tour options.

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BLOOM WINDOW

Three bloom stages — when to go matters most

Peony bloom shifts 5–10 days year to year with temperature. It splits into early, peak and late stages; peak is the citywide, fullest window.

late Mar–Apr 8Early bloom · few crowds, great photos
Apr 10–20Peak · citywide golden window
Apr 21–May 5Late bloom · Int'l Garden finale
1445varieties citywide
Note: Dates are typical references; actual bloom depends on that year's weather and live garden reports. Hotels and tickets are tight at peak — plan 2–3 weeks ahead.
Best Time to See Luoyang PeoniesThree stages of bloom at a glance
Earlylate Mar–Apr 8 PeakApr 10–20 LateApr 21–May 5
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WHY TIMING MATTERS

Why lock the best viewing time first

Same budget, same trip — one week changes everything. Nailing the best time to see Luoyang peonies decides if the trip is worth it.

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Early: quiet & photogenic

Early varieties open late Mar–Apr 8, gardens are calm and tickets easier — ideal for peaceful photography.

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Peak: fullest & most vivid

Apr 10–20 sees 1,445 varieties burst citywide — the can't-miss window, but also the busiest.

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Late: encores remain

Apr 21–May 5, Int'l and Shenzhou Gardens close the show with tree peonies and herbaceous peonies.

WHY US

Why choose group / private / custom tours

During the fair, Luoyang is crowded and gardens are scattered. Let locals handle transport, tickets and routing — you just enjoy the blooms.

1Luoyang peony group tour

Group Tour · shared coach

Fixed departures, tickets and guiding included, transparent price. One-day core gardens; 2–3 day trips add Longmen and Laojunshan.

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2Luoyang peony private tour

Private Tour · your own van

Independent small group, private van, flexible timing; add night tours of Sui-Tang ruins or Luoyi ancient town. Great for families and couples.

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3Luoyang peony custom tour

Custom Tour · your plan

Days, gardens, hotels and food all your call, planned 1-on-1. Photo, family or senior tours all doable.

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SIX GARDENS

Six Luoyang peony gardens, how to choose

Wangcheng, China National, Sui-Tang Ruins, Shenzhou, National, Int'l — each has a different focus.

Early pickWangcheng Park

Wangcheng Park

Downtown, early bloom, family-friendly with a zoo — easy half-day with kids.

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LargestChina National Garden

China National Garden

Long riverside beds, many varieties, most photogenic at peak.

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Night tourSui-Tang Ruins Botanical

Sui-Tang Ruins Botanical

Famous "Yinsiguan" varieties, lit night tours — good to avoid daytime.

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By White HorseShenzhou Garden

Shenzhou Garden

Four-season greenhouse peonies, pair with White Horse Temple, bloom-proof.

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Gene bankNational Peony Garden

National Peony Garden

Central Plains gene bank, rare varieties — a must for peony lovers.

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Late finaleInt'l Peony Garden

Int'l Peony Garden

Chinese and foreign varieties, late bloom finale with herbaceous peonies.

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Luoyang peony route

How to route without backtracking

The three downtown gardens (Wangcheng, National, Sui-Tang Ruins) are close — see them in a day. Longmen (south) and White Horse (east) need separate half-days; Laojunshan in Luanchuan needs a full day.

  • 1 day: Wangcheng + China National + Luoyi ancient town night.
  • 2 days: three gardens + Longmen + White Horse Temple.
  • 3 days: add Laojunshan for the golden summit sea of clouds.
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Time the bloom, see peonies clearly

Tell us your dates, group size and preferences — we plan a no-backtracking route with group/private/custom quotes, free of charge.

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TRAVEL GUIDE

First visit? Follow these 5 steps

Sort bloom, gardens, route, stay and tour type in one pass — no panic for beginners.

Step 1 · Fix the bloom

Lock the best time to see Luoyang peonies: peak Apr 10–20 is safest; early/late stages are quieter and cheaper.

Step 2 · Pick gardens

Three downtown gardens in a day; add National/Shenzhou for depth; after peak go Int'l Garden.

Step 3 · Plan route

1/2/3-day ready routes by days; don't cram Laojunshan into a 1-day trip.

Step 4 · Book stay

Peak: book 2–3 weeks ahead near Xigong/Laocheng/Luolong metro lines.

Step 5 · Choose tour

Group for ease, private for intimacy, custom for ideas; free plan and real quote before leaving.

One right bloom day beats two extra days — nail the fullest day, then plan everything.

FAQ

Top 10 questions about the Luoyang Peony Fair

When does the 2026 Luoyang Peony Fair open?

The 43rd China Luoyang Peony Culture Festival opens Apr 1, 2026, running to Apr 30, with some gardens and night events extending into early May. Follow official announcements.

Which days are the best time to see Luoyang peonies?

Peak bloom is usually Apr 10–20 — the fullest, citywide window. Early bloom late Mar–Apr 8 is quiet for photos; late bloom Apr 21–May 5 closes at the Int'l Garden.

Which of the six gardens looks best?

No single best — for big scenes go China National Garden; for kids Wangcheng Park; for night tours Sui-Tang Ruins Botanical; for varieties National Peony Garden; after peak the Int'l Garden. See the Gardens page.

How many days for a first visit?

One day covers the three downtown gardens; add Longmen and White Horse for two days; add Laojunshan for three. We tailor by your time.

Book tickets in advance?

Yes, especially peak weekends. Prices vary by garden and follow official notices; group/private tours usually include tickets, arranged by us.

Group vs private tour?

Group tours are fixed-departure shared coaches, cheaper; private tours are your own small group with a van, flexible and intimate; custom tours follow your plan entirely.

Best for seniors and kids?

Private or custom tours — controllable pace, rest in the van; flat gardens like Wangcheng and China National suit all ages.

How to book lodging affordably?

Peak prices rise and sell out — book 2–3 weeks ahead near Xigong, Laocheng or Luolong metro lines. See Transport & Stay.

See peonies after peak?

Yes. Int'l Garden and Shenzhou greenhouse late bloom and herbaceous peonies last into early May; some gardens keep late varieties.

How to contact you for a route and quote?

Tel/WeChat 13017648055 — tell us dates, group size and gardens you want; we plan a route and give group/private/custom quotes free, subject to formal confirmation.

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