https://nz.trip.com/moments/detail/shantou-215-129943640
LunaShadowcaster_36Singapore

Is this the "Little Kamakura" of Shantou? A Fairytale-like, Quiet, and Niche Fishing Island

🏝Island Recommendation: Pastel-colored hand-painted walls: The brightly colored walls are full of artistic atmosphere, making them a great place to take photos. Masu Island Coffee, Duo Yu Coffee Shop, and Mayu Blue Island Bookstore all have unique decoration styles, combining Japanese minimalist style with Chaoshan characteristics, attracting many tourists to visit. Be sure to walk along the coastal boardwalk, which is built along the seaside. Walking on the boardwalk, you can enjoy the sea breeze, admire the seascape, and take photos with the beautiful Bay Bridge as a backdrop. 📍Address: Shantou Bay Bridge ~ Mayu Island Tourist Area, Zhu Chi Subdistrict, Longhu District, Shantou City 🚗Transportation: By bus🚌: Take the Mayu Island special bus line from Shantou Railway Station; By car🚕: Follow the Mayu Island special line (there are signs), the toll fee is CNY 15. 🕙Opening hours: Open all day 💰Tickets: Free🆓 🌟Must-see attractions: 1⃣Mayu Blue: 🏠This is a popular bookstore. Reservations are required to enter and purchase something. If you don't want to buy anything, you can enjoy the sea view from the outer boardwalk and see the full view of the Bay Bridge. 2⃣Coastal Boardwalk: 🏖Soft sandy beaches, clear waters, and many reefs. The boardwalk is built along the seaside. Walking on the boardwalk, you can enjoy the sea breeze, admire the seascape, and take photos with the beautiful Bay Bridge as a backdrop. 3⃣Fishing boats by the seaside: 🚤You can see fishing boats docked on the shore. This is the best place on the island to watch the sunset. There are also residents selling and drying fish here. 4⃣Lao Ma Gong Temple: 🏘Built in the Yuan Dynasty, it is one of the earliest Mazu temples on the eastern coast of Guangdong. It has been renovated and expanded many times throughout history. The architecture is magnificent, elegant, and splendid, with stone archways and a large opera stage. 🍽Dining recommendations: As an island, Mayu Island's seafood is naturally a major feature. Crabs, fish, and shrimp are all very fresh. Traditional Chaoshan snacks such as Chaoshan fried kway teow, Chaoshan marinated goose, and Chaozhou rice noodle rolls can be tasted in restaurants and snack stalls on the island. 📌Tips: After passing the Bay Bridge toll station by car🚕, immediately take the Mayu Island special lane on the far right. If you miss the turnoff, you will have to pay another CNY 15‼️
View Original Text
*Created by local travelers and translated by AI.
Posted: Mar 7, 2025
Djong fina
1 person liked this
Submit
1
Mentioned in This Moment
Attraction

Mayu Island

4.6/557 reviews
Shantou
No.6 of Best Things to Do in Shantou
View
Show More
Related Moments
Mayu Island

Shantou: Mayu Island: Chaoshan Culture and Island Romance on the Pearl of the Bay

Evelyn.Robinson.57
Dongshan Island

Shantou-Chaozhou-Zhangzhou City Walk: An Unforgettable Foodie Adventure

Benjamin Harris Benjamin)19
Nan'ao Island

Shantou-Chaozhou Citywalk: The Ultimate Guide

Amelia96 Gray.
Nan'ao Island

5-Day In-Depth Tour: Unveiling the Unique Charm of Chaozhou and Shantou

TwilightMystic3dil
Lama Palace

5-Day Tour of Shantou, Chaozhou, and Nan’ao Island in Guangdong: A Super Detailed Guide

AmeliaMcAllister89
Quanzhou Kaiyuan Temple

Fuzhou-Guangdong 8-Day Tour: A Comprehensive Guide to Exploring Two Unique Destinations

Price_77~Lucas
Nan'ao Island

Shantou-Chaozhou 5-Day Tour: The Perfect Time for Tomb-Sweeping and Flower Viewing

James Reed.63
Nan'ao Island

Shantou-Nan'ao-Chaozhou 4-Day Tour: A Comprehensive Guide to Exploring Three Destinations

VelvetTwilight121314
Nan'ao Island

3-Day Tour of Shantou and Chaozhou Ancient City in Guangdong: A Foolproof Guide

WhisperDreamer
Lama Palace

5-Day In-Depth Tour of Shantou, Chaozhou, and Nan’ao Island in Guangdong: Don't Miss Out!

RevitalizingAdventures
Mayu Island

Beautiful, fun, and delicious. 5. When was Shantou opened as a port?

Aurora Jade
Lama Palace

Naozhou Island-Chaozhou Ancient City 5-Day Tour: A Super Detailed Guide. Save it now!

grey_latticed