Luocheng Ancient Town
Luocheng Ancient Town has an exceptionally unique layout. The whole town sits on a mountaintop, and its streets and houses resemble a sailing ship. The main street, Liangting Street,…
Luocheng Ancient Town, Chengdu
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Getting there
- Take a bus to Luocheng from Leshan Joint Transport Bus Station, about 1.5 hours
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 358. Open in Google Maps
About Luocheng Ancient Town
Luocheng Ancient Town has an exceptionally unique layout. The whole town sits on a mountaintop, and its streets and houses resemble a sailing ship. The main street, Liangting Street, is popularly known as “Boat-Shaped Street.” If you are passing through Qianwei or Leshan, it is worth a detour to experience the cultural atmosphere of old Sichuan in the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Luocheng Ancient Town cost?
Admission to Luocheng Ancient Town is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
How do I get to Luocheng Ancient Town?
Take a bus to Luocheng from Leshan Joint Transport Bus Station, about 1.5 hours
How long should I spend at Luocheng Ancient Town?
Plan on 3–4 hours for Luocheng Ancient Town.
Where is Luocheng Ancient Town?
Luocheng Ancient Town is in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, in the Southwest of China. Northeast Qianwei County, Leshan City
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