Sichuan · China
Where to stay in Luzhou
Luzhou is a city in Sichuan, China, home to about 4,254,000 people.
- Best months
- March, April and October
- Nearest airport
- LZO16 km · Luzhou Yunlong Airport
- Currency
- CNYrenminbi
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Language
- Chinese, Putonghua, Standard Chinese
About
About Luzhou
Luzhou is a prefecture-level city located in the southeast of Sichuan Province, China. It is also known as the "Liquor City" (酒城).
Luzhou has a history dating back over 2,000 years. It was an important river port for trade and a key site during several dynasties. The city’s name translates to "city of the reeds," reflecting its natural landscape near the riverbanks. Today, Luzhou is a vibrant city known for its role in the production of baijiu(白酒), particularly the famous Luzhou Laojiao brand, a strong distilled spirit that has gained international recognition. It also boasts a growing economy and developing tourism sector, attracting visitors with its picturesque river views, ancient towns, and cultural heritage.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Luzhou
See
The following lists the attractions in the urban area (Jiangyang District, Naxi District, Longmatan District).
- Daqu Old Cellar Pool
- Baoen Pagoda
- Longnao Bridge
- Song Tombs in Lu County
- Luopanzui Tombs
- Luxian Longqiao Group
- Luxian Qushi Manor
- Yuchanshan Cliff Sculpture
- East China Poetry Society
- Longtouguan
- Wall
- Zhangba Longan Forest
Do
- Cherry Festival
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Where to stay
Hotels in Luzhou
4 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Four Seasons Lanting Hotel | 4.6 km | |
| Juyang International Hotel | 1.6 km | |
| Lavande Hotel (Luzhou Bubugao Xintiandi) | 1.0 km | |
| Mountain Sea Hotel | 0.6 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Luzhou
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Luzhou are March, April and October. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C; July is the wettest, with about 197 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Luzhou: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Luzhou Yunlong Airport (LZO), about 16 km from the city centre in a straight line; Yibin Wuliangye Airport (YBP, 89 km) and Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT, 142 km) are also within reach.
Getting around
Luzhou has a range of transportation options for getting around the city. The city has an extensive bus network that covers major attractions and neighborhoods. Taxi with meter is cheap, expect to pay ¥10 from the city center to the South Bus station. Renting a bicycle is a great way to enjoy the riverside scenery and explore local parks.
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LZO · Luzhou Yunlong Airport
YBP · Yibin Wuliangye Airport
WMT · Zunyi Maotai Airport
Questions
Luzhou: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Luzhou?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Luzhou are March, April and October. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C; July is the wettest, with about 197 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Luzhou?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Luzhou Yunlong Airport (LZO), about 16 km from the city centre in a straight line; Yibin Wuliangye Airport (YBP, 89 km) and Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT, 142 km) are also within reach.
What currency is used in Luzhou?
renminbi (CNY).
Nearby
Destinations near Luzhou
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.