G.E.M. Tang Tzuki "I AM GLORIA" Luoyang Stop Highlights Notes
1. Core Concert Information
Time and Location
Date: July 26, 2025 (Saturday) 19:30, possible additional show on July 27.
Venue: Luoyang Olympic Center Stadium (East side of the intersection of Xiaowen Avenue and Longgu Road, Yibin District).
Ticket Prices: Stands 380-780 RMB, floor seats 980-1580 RMB (some stand areas have obstructed views, choose carefully).
Performance Highlights
Stage Upgrade: New "Gemstone Extension Stage" design, extending the stage into the audience area, combined with dynamic light tracking and holographic projection to present interstellar scenes for songs like "Parallel World."
Emotional Narrative: Centered on the album "Revelation," connecting songs like "Skyscraper Zoo" and "Period," showcasing the theme of "Light and Redemption" through a musical theater format.
Special Segment: Fusion version of symphony and electronic rock "Light Years Away," possibly recreating the symbolic "Burning Old Contract" performance from the Shanghai stop.
2. Setlist (Reference)
Classic Songs: "Bubble," "Light Years Away," "Like You," "No More Goodbye," "Boundless Oceans, Vast Skies," "Superpower," "Painting," "Youth and the Sea."
New Album Highlights: "GLORIA," "Skyscraper Zoo," "Revelation," "Parallel World," "The Sky Has No Limits."
Possible Easter Eggs: Referencing the Zhengzhou stop setlist, Cantonese classics like "Chuck Approaches," "Li Xianglan," "Sleeping Princess" may be interspersed.
3. Transportation Guide
Public Transport
Metro: Line 2 to Balitang Station, transfer to Yibin District Bus Route 2 to "Simaguang Road Fanglou Street Intersection," then 10-minute walk.
Airport/Train Station:
Luoyang Beijiao Airport taxi about 40 minutes (34 km).
From Luoyang Longmen Station, take Yibin District Bus Route 2 directly (about 1 hour), or taxi 23 minutes (14 km).
Driving and Parking
Recommended Route: From downtown, head east along Kaiyuan Avenue, then turn onto Xiaowen Avenue straight to the venue.
Parking Areas: Temporary parking available along Keji Avenue and Xiaowen Avenue near the venue; Dazhang underground parking is free but requires early arrival.
Shuttle Bus (Reference from previous arrangements):
Route 1: Metro Line 2 Balitang Station Exit A → Venue (16:00-18:00, every 15 minutes).
Route 2: Longmen High-Speed Rail Station → Venue (departing after 22:00 show end).
4. Accommodation Recommendations
Walking/Short Distance
Luoyang Huayang International Hotel (4-star, 500 meters from venue, includes breakfast, 400-600 RMB/night).
Zhonghe International Hotel (10-minute walk, night view rooms, 300-450 RMB/night).
Convenient Hotels Along Metro Line
Atour Hotel (City Government Branch) (Metro Line 2 Citizen Home Station, business type, 350-500 RMB/night).
Home Inn Express (Baolong Plaza Branch) (economical, 150-250 RMB/night, near shopping district).
Unique Experience
Fengxiang Hot Spring Resort (7 km from venue): Semi-outdoor starry sky hot spring pools, a healing choice after the concert (starting from 1500 RMB/night).
5. Luoyang Featured Attractions and Food
Must-Visit Attractions (within 15 km of venue)
Longmen Grottoes: Night tour of the Ten Thousand Buddha Cave under lights, experience the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty (recommended 3 hours).
Luoyi Ancient City: Hanfu photo spot, Wenfeng Tower and ancient street night scenes complement each other, including intangible cultural heritage handcraft experiences.
Yingtianmen 3D Light Show: Nighttime light and shadow show recreating the Sui and Tang dynasties' prosperity (free, starts at 18:30).
Authentic Food
Water Banquet: Luoyang swallow dishes and peony silver thread crisp from Zhenbutong Restaurant (50-80 RMB per person).
Street Snacks: Shizi Street Night Market’s boiled beef tripe, fried cold noodles, starch noodles, potstickers (20-40 RMB per person).
Breakfast Culture: Xingzhu Road spicy soup with fried dough sticks, donkey meat soup with shredded pancakes (local favorites).
6. Practical Tips
Ticket Purchase and Security Check: Real-name ticket purchase on Damai/Fenwanda, ID required; no bottled water, long umbrellas, or professional cameras allowed.
Nearby Benefits: Concert ticket holders can enjoy free admission to Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area (May 25 - June 2).
Avoid Pitfalls: Choose private low-cost hotels cautiously, prioritize recent reviews; limited dining options near the venue, recommended to dine in the city before heading over.