Xiamen Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

I just came back from Xiamen, and it was fantastic! Let me share my genuine feelings with you

🌦️Weather Notice: The temperature in March and April is quite comfortable, but there are many rainy days. Friends who come to Xiamen should be mentally prepared. 🏨Accommodation Recommendation: I suggest staying on Xiamen Island, especially in hotels from the train station to Zhongshan Road, which are more convenient for travel. It's best to choose hotels near the subway, as most of the scenic spots in Xiamen are on the island. 🚆Transportation Strategy: If you take a high-speed train to Xiamen, it is recommended to get off at 'Xiamen Station', which is more convenient as it's in the city center. If you get off at 'Xiamen North', you can take a bus or subway line 1 to the island. Gaoqi Airport is also on the island, and you can take a bus or airport shuttle after leaving the airport. 🍜Food Recommendation: Xiamen is mainly known for its Minnan cuisine, snacks, and seafood. The food in Xiamen is relatively sweet and light, which may not be suitable for those who like spicy food. There are particularly many taro-based dishes (for specific food recommendations, please see my food guide). 🌊Attractions Recommendation: Actually, the main reason to visit Xiamen is to see the sea. The weather is very important for sea viewing; if the weather is good, the sea will be very blue and beautiful. Below are the places I think you must visit: Huangcuo Beach - Wan Yue Po, Health Trail Linhai Line, Pearl Bay - Zengcuo'an Music Square, Jiahe Park - Ten-mile Long Embankment - Jimei School Village, Shangli Reservoir, Guanyinshan Beach, Zhonggu Cableway, Shapowei - Twin Towers - Yanwu Bridge. 🏝️Gulangyu, remember to buy tickets in advance, and it is recommended to reserve a whole day for it. The island is suitable for leisurely strolls. For strategies about Gulangyu, you can see the introduction on my homepage. ⚠️Points to Avoid: The specialty stores on Zhongshan Road are traps, and it is not recommended to buy anything there; There are many rip-offs in the Zengcuo'an commercial street, most of which are not delicious, really do not go there to eat; the homestays in Zengcuo'an mostly do not match the pictures at all, it is really not recommended to stay in homestays; Do not trust the so-called native guides or taxi drivers on the street, they are deceivers; many seafood vendors in the Eighth Market will rip you off, short-weigh or switch products, be very careful when eating seafood, it is recommended to reweigh it at the market entrance; Do not drive by yourself, as parking is hard to find in Xiamen and it is very congested during holidays. If you are driving to Xiamen, it is more convenient to park your car at the hotel and take a taxi or subway. 🗺️Travel Route: Day1: Arrive in Xiamen ➡️ Eighth Market ➡️ Zhongshan Road; Day2: Nanputuo ➡️ Shapowei ➡️ Xiamen University White City ➡️ Pearl Bay ➡️ Music Square ➡️ Xitou Xia ➡️ Huangcuo Beach ➡️ Yefengzhai ➡️ Guanyinshan (all on the Island Ring Road); Day3: One-day tour of Gulangyu; Day4: Zhonggu Cableway ➡️ Botanical Garden ➡️ Health Trail Linhai Line; Day5: Ten-mile Long Embankment ➡️ Dragon Boat Pool ➡️ Jiahe Park ➡️ Jimei Dasha ➡️ Shigu Road. Xiamen·Fujian

Hiking in Gulangyu.

Fujian "Gulangyu (Kulangsu)" Located in Xiamen, Fujian, it is a World Cultural Heritage site, known as the 'Garden on the Sea', and because motor vehicles are not allowed on the island, it is also called 'Paradise for Walkers'. Arriving by boat, it stands alone from the world, with golden sandy beaches, wealthy Chinese-style garden estates, and clusters of old western-style buildings, composing a unique symphony of memories. The symphony is named "Gulangyu Piano Concerto". Under the bright sun of the small island, in a dreamy season, meeting you, missing you, you~ Address: Gulangyu, Siming District, Xiamen City, Fujian Province Features: Take a boat from the pier to the island, where you can gaze at Xiamen Island from the sandy beaches, and appreciate the quaint buildings where East meets West. Rating: 5⭐️ Instagram @way_miles_away

5 Things to Know Before Going to Xiamen

5 Things to Know Before Going to Xiamen The most romantic island travel destination in the country, Xiamen, which is beautiful all year round, is home to the World Architecture Museum, full of European style. 1️⃣Transportation tips: Direct flights and high-speed trains from Shanghai are very convenient, with a round trip costing around 800 yuan. In addition to the subway and buses, Xiamen city also has ferry services. Bus and ferry fares start from 1 yuan. 2️⃣Area tips: Xiamen's tourism is mainly divided into three major areas, the main island Siming District, Xiamen University, Island Ring Road, Zengcuoan, Putuo Temple, Cat Street, Zhongshan Road, Shataipo are all concentrated here. Jimei District, Jimei School Village, Subway Line 1 Sea Subway Gulangyu, is a separate small island, also a World Heritage Site, with hundreds of years old buildings from dozens of countries. 3️⃣Play tips: Zengcuoan, Island Ring Road, Shataipo, Dingaozai Cat Street, Glass Plank Road, Xiamen University, Jimei School Village, Gulangyu 🪻Zengcuoan is the most famous fishing village in Xiamen, with many delicious snacks and accommodations inside. The village entrance is the Island Ring Road, lined with coconut trees and beaches. 🧚🏻Shataipo, known as the Venice of Xiamen, was originally an old street, but has now been transformed into a creative block. 🌴Xiamen University, known as the most beautiful university in the country, is a popular filming location for idol dramas. Reservations are required to enter. Cat Street is near Xiamen University, a cat-themed food street. 🏝️Gulangyu is a must-visit attraction in Xiamen, a World Heritage Site, with hundreds of century-old Western-style houses, like a small Europe. You can take a ferry from the main island to get there, Xiamen-Gulangyu Wharf Sanqiutian Wharf Cost 30 Xiamen-Gulangyu Wharf Neicuoao Wharf Cost 50 First Wharf Neicuoao Wharf Cost 50 4️⃣Accommodation tips: If you like lively places, Zengcuoan is recommended, if you prefer quiet, the area east of the Island Ring Road is recommended. Gulangyu is also suitable for a short stay of one or two nights. Recommended homestay: Orange House Homestay, located in Zengcuoan, cost 70 yuan. 5️⃣Food tips: River omelette, five-spice dried, peanut soup, noodle, satay noodle, frozen top shell, etc., starting from 20 yuan per person

6 things you must know before going to Xiamen

1⃣️The essence of Xiamen's attractions is concentrated in Siming District, where the high-speed railway station is also located. Accommodation can be arranged in the Zengcuoan area, which is convenient for going to other places and has hotels and homestays of various price ranges. 2⃣️If you only play in Siming District, the itinerary can be set for three days and two nights. The route is Zengcuoan—Huangcuo Beach—Shapowei—Bashi—Gulangyu 3⃣️It is recommended to go to and from Gulangyu in one day. Regardless of the off-peak season, the accommodation on the island is relatively expensive. Take a boat from the Cruise Center Xiamen Drum Pier to the Neicuoao Pier, the ticket is 35 per person. 4⃣️The most romantic travel experience in Xiamen is to ride an electric bike around the island road, starting from Zengcuoan and riding along the island road and the south island road to Xiangshan Yacht Club, riding and enjoying the scenery, stopping when you see a beautiful place, round trip 3 hours. 5⃣️As the central coastal city of Fujian, Xiamen's consumption is not low, the cost of three days and two nights is about 1k, two nights in Zengcuoan 400+, car rental and food 600+ 6⃣️Don't miss the Bashi Old Street in Xiamen for food hunting. This is the most lively food street in Xiamen, a seafood market, with many authentic food stalls, affordable prices

Xiamen is really a great city for tourism

Hurry up and take this super detailed guide and set off. - ✅City Transportation ✔Bus: Mini program search "Ride Code" location "Xiamen" use ride code to take the bus ✔BRT Rapid Transit: 1-4 yuan, charged by distance ✔Subway: Starting price is 2 yuan, download "Xiamen Subway" APP to swipe code into the station ✔Taxi: Starting price is 10 yuan, you can consider taking a taxi if the distance is short – ✅Gulangyu Transportation 🔶🔜How to get to Xiamen Wharf from Xiamen Station? ①Take bus No. 43 to Cruise Center Station, walk to Xiamen Wharf ②Take subway line 2 to Cruise Center Station, walk 200 meters to Xiamen Wharf 🔶🔜How to get to the ferry terminal? ①Bus: Walk from Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street to Ferry Bus Station (about 9 minutes), take bus No. 51 (direction of Cruise Center Terminal) at Ferry Bus Station, get off at Cruise Center Terminal – ✅Accommodation 🏠The first choice for accommodation is Zhongshan Road, the central location is convenient to go anywhere, you can also choose to stay in a homestay near Zengcuo'an～ - ✅Detailed explanation of Xiamen attractions: 📍Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street: The colorful arcade night view and a variety of Minnan and Taiwanese snacks. It has always been a popular commercial street in Xiamen 📍Gulangyu: Various exotic buildings make Gulangyu unique. If time permits, you can stay here for one night 📍South Putuo Temple: You can burn incense and pray for blessings, and taste the food in the vegetarian restaurant. 📍Shapowei: Artistic and original, the harbor where fishing boats dock, if you want to take pictures of characteristic buildings, you can go. – In addition to this If you are coming to Xiamen for the first time You must also go to Nanjing Yunshuiyao Tulou🌄 - ✅Recommended attractions: . ⭕Tulou Group: Yunshuiyao Tulou Group is one of the representatives of Nanjing County, Fujian Province's Tulou architecture, and it is also one of the main attractions of Yunshuiyao Tulou. There are many different types of earth buildings here, such as round earth buildings, square earth buildings, rectangular earth buildings, etc. . ⭕Yunshuiyao Ancient Town: Yunshuiyao Ancient Town is an ancient town in Nanjing County, Fujian Province, with a long history and culture. Here, you can visit the ancient buildings of the ancient town and feel the cultural atmosphere of the ancient town. . ⭕Heguilou: Heguilou is the most famous earth building in Yunshuiyao Tulou Group, and it is also one of the representatives of Nanjing County, Fujian Province's earth building architecture. Heguilou is a square earth building, built during the Jiaqing period of the Qing Dynasty, and is famous for its unique architectural style and historical value. .

A Trip to Xiamen’s Centre!

Location: Zhongshan Pedestrian Street City: Xiamen, Fujian Xiamen has beautiful beaches and beautiful islands. There is a beautiful pedestrianised only street called Zhongshan Street in the middle of the main island. You can see the iconic white Qi Lou buildings and nice palm trees. This is a wonderful place to buy local snacks and eat yummy dinner. You can spend a good afternoon here to relax and shop! #fallingseason #xiamen

The Zhongshan pedestrian road in Xiamen 👍☺️

#timetotravel One of the most underrated tourist destinations in Xiamen is the Zhongshan road where you can experience old Fujian! there are restaurants and shops as far as the eye can see! 👀☺️ I had authentic local food and filled my belly up with milk tea. Afterwards I enjoyed a curry 🍛 before eating famous tofu for dessert! I highly recommend a visit and guarantee you will not be disappointed! #timetotravel #xiamen

It's a really Zhong walking street

A really long walking street with shops that seem to repeat every hundred meters. One of the great attractions, however, is that mopeds and cycles are prohibited (from riding at least) meaning your free to stroll at leisure free from fear of colliding with food delivery drivers and cyclists. There are numerous food vendors along the street offering all manor of delights and a hint of old Xiamen can be seen in the buildings that line the road, from the upper floors atleast. It's a nice street to walk, particularly at night. For a more authentic Xiamen experience venture off the different roads and narrow lanes that feed into Zhongshan Road. #urbanexplorer #xiamen #china

Big park

I was recommended to make a trip to the botanical garden when I was visiting Xiamen for the first time and I absolutely loved it. I spent a few hours walking around and could not cover everything. Beautiful flowers and palm trees. You can actually get some good exercise climbing to the top of the mountain but there are also the option to take the shuttle bus. The most popular place to take pictures are by the cactuses. They are super cool. #awesomepic #xiamentravel #flowers #botanicalgarden #china

The child GOT LOST in Botanical Garden🫢

•Xiamen - Day 2 ~ And this child is me ✅ (Literally LOST!) 25K steps of struggle to find the way out🐾 Big, HUUUUGE green scenery!!! I didn’t purchase the ticket bus and decided to go with Baidu map to another exit, which was successfully CLOSED😓 Lucky me, on my way I met SAME explorers 😂 and it wasn’t boring to walk and walk and walk🚶🏻‍♀️ ~ 💸 - 30 yuan (entrance fee) ⏰ - 6:30 - 18:00 (opening hours) 🚌- 10 yuan (inside the park, can be used for 6 rides) Over 20 botanical zones 🌟My top: • Succulent Garden • Rainforest • Araucaria Lawn • Palm Garden ~ 一个西安人见面一个仙人🌵 #xiamen #xiamentravel #mytripvlog #newyearadventure #botanicalgarden

Flowers 💐🌺🌸🌹🌷🌼🥀🌻

#bucketlistreboot Address - Botanical Gardens, Xiamen City, Fujian Province, China. Ambiance/Facilities - Lovely, peaceful atmosphere and good environment Highlights - The rose garden Avg. Price per Person - 30yuan Rating - 10/10#passionpassport #urbanexplorer #gooutside #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #beachlife #campingglamping #foodie #本地遊 #staycation #summervacation #cafe #awesomepic #nationalpark #themepark #wintergetaway #givethanks

Beautiful Xiamen- Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden is a bucketlist item when visiting Xiamen. It is located on the southern side of the island, close to Xiamen University, the cable car, Shapowei and Zhongshan Road. It usually costs 40¥ to enter, but entry is free during the major public holidays. It is recommended to set aside about 3-5 hours to explore the gardens, as there is a lot to see. The gardens are home to around 4000 different plant species, and are divided in different sections, like the bamboo forrest, succulent garden or Pine and Fern Garden. There are also plenty of temples to see, and beautiful lawns to have a picnic, or take a nap on. It is a great place to take the kids, or to see some interesting plants and beautiful scenery #china #staycation #xiamen #fujian #botanicalgardens

5 Things to Know Before Going to Xiamen

5 Things to Know Before Going to Xiamen The most romantic island travel destination in the country, Xiamen, which is beautiful all year round, is home to the World Architecture Museum, full of European style. 1️⃣Transportation tips: Direct flights and high-speed trains from Shanghai are very convenient, with a round trip costing around 800 yuan. In addition to the subway and buses, Xiamen city also has ferry services. Bus and ferry fares start from 1 yuan. 2️⃣Area tips: Xiamen's tourism is mainly divided into three major areas, the main island Siming District, Xiamen University, Island Ring Road, Zengcuoan, Putuo Temple, Cat Street, Zhongshan Road, Shataipo are all concentrated here. Jimei District, Jimei School Village, Subway Line 1 Sea Subway Gulangyu, is a separate small island, also a World Heritage Site, with hundreds of years old buildings from dozens of countries. 3️⃣Play tips: Zengcuoan, Island Ring Road, Shataipo, Dingaozai Cat Street, Glass Plank Road, Xiamen University, Jimei School Village, Gulangyu 🪻Zengcuoan is the most famous fishing village in Xiamen, with many delicious snacks and accommodations inside. The village entrance is the Island Ring Road, lined with coconut trees and beaches. 🧚🏻Shataipo, known as the Venice of Xiamen, was originally an old street, but has now been transformed into a creative block. 🌴Xiamen University, known as the most beautiful university in the country, is a popular filming location for idol dramas. Reservations are required to enter. Cat Street is near Xiamen University, a cat-themed food street. 🏝️Gulangyu is a must-visit attraction in Xiamen, a World Heritage Site, with hundreds of century-old Western-style houses, like a small Europe. You can take a ferry from the main island to get there, Xiamen-Gulangyu Wharf Sanqiutian Wharf Cost 30 Xiamen-Gulangyu Wharf Neicuoao Wharf Cost 50 First Wharf Neicuoao Wharf Cost 50 4️⃣Accommodation tips: If you like lively places, Zengcuoan is recommended, if you prefer quiet, the area east of the Island Ring Road is recommended. Gulangyu is also suitable for a short stay of one or two nights. Recommended homestay: Orange House Homestay, located in Zengcuoan, cost 70 yuan. 5️⃣Food tips: River omelette, five-spice dried, peanut soup, noodle, satay noodle, frozen top shell, etc., starting from 20 yuan per person

#holidayvacation Xiamen University is one of the most beautiful universities in China #holidayvacation#wintergetaway

📍Xiamen, China Xiamen university is said to be one of the most beautiful university in China. It’s located right next to the sea, makes Xiamen University always full of visitors. My cousins used to go to this university to study for 4 years. I came to Xiada (the short name of Xiamen University) one day with my friend hoping we could stroll around enjoying the beauty of this campus. but unfortunately, that day, Xiada was closed for tourists. i asked the security why, they said there was a problem that needed to be fixed (i actually kinda forgot, also because at that time my Chinese wasn’t super good). I hope next time i can go back and enjoy the scenery inside this campus.

I said that the students studying at Xiamen University are too happy! can face such beautiful scenery every day. I said that the students studying at Xiamen University are too unfortunate, every day to face the campus of tourists, the scenery is so good and romantic, do not know how to read books safely, do the country later The pillars... Unfortunately, the performance of our two husbands and wives is too outstanding, and the difference between a few hundred percent and Xiamen University is missing. If my husband and wife can get together, this campus has a beautiful scenery!

Just arrived in Xiamen, the first stop is here!!! It's so beautiful!!!

🚶The island road is really suitable for citywalk!!! I like the essence of this place, especially these four places!!! It's even more beautiful when the tide comes in~ 1⃣Haiyun Platform: 🤩The moon slope is here!! There are also beautiful coffee shops here~ Beaches, lawns, everything! 2⃣Xitou Xia: 🤗It's relatively niche, Huangcuo Beach is here~ Walk all the way to the sea, there are also huge reefs, it's extremely beautiful when the weather is good! 3⃣Zengcuo'an: 😜There are lots of delicious food, you can see the sunset on the Fishbone Bridge~ The music square is also nearby. You can come here for lunch and start shopping, or shop until you eat dinner here~ 4⃣Pearl Bay: 🥰That beautiful tree is here! Many people will come here to take wedding photos~ There will be fewer people here~

In Xiamen, there is a most charming niche citywalk route that you absolutely cannot miss

That is the Island Ring Road. Here, you can watch the sunrise at Huangcuo Beach, feel the tranquility and beauty of the early morning. By evening, the sunset scenery of Baicheng is equally shocking. The beautiful scenery of the Island Ring Road is intoxicating, like a flowing scroll. So, how can you enjoy all the charm of this route? Here is our carefully planned best sunset citywalk route for the Island Ring Road: 1. Huangcuo Beach: Start your journey, feel the intimate contact with the beach and the sea, and enjoy a unique tranquility. 2. Xitou Xia: Leave the beach, step into the seaside plank road, feel the unique chill atmosphere, and appreciate the clear sea water. 3. Music Square: Sit on the bench, let the sea breeze blow, listen to the melody of the sea, and enjoy a sense of comfort and comfort. 4. Tianquan Pedestrian Square: Continue to move forward, feel the greenery on both sides of the trail, and let your body and mind relax. 5. Pangui Tower: The final destination, where you can enjoy the beautiful sunset scenery. Looking at the Twin Towers, it seems that time has stopped. We suggest you start from Huangcuo Beach around 3 pm, walk slowly, and appreciate slowly, about 2 hours later you will reach Pangui Tower. It is sunset time, you can wait quietly for the sun to slowly sink below the sea level, and feel that wonderful moment. There are many cafes in the Huangcuo Wanyuepo area that offer beach afternoon tea service, where you can enjoy a wonderful time. The Island Ring Road in Xiamen gives you a different citywalk experience, you absolutely cannot miss it!

Best Rooftop Terrace in Xiamen (Wanna Roof)

The experience I had at this location is like traveling to Hawaii for a vacation with Latin flavor. The design of the restaurant, the terrace, the color of the wall (Orange wall), the musical selections and the live Band makes this location the best place for tourist that wants to experience life in Xiamen. The environment is great. Although there were a lot of people, I had to wait in line, In the end,I felt it was worth it. The scenery at night was great. I will recommend going in the evening, take some lovely pictures with the orange walls (I would suggest colorful clothes) and then have a romantic dinner with Sea View. #rooftop #sea View #terrace #staycation #summervacation #awesomepic #beachlife #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #beachlife #foodie #passionpassport #nationalpark #

A May Day Value Pick! Is staying at a homestay with a playground in Xiamen considered offbeat travel?

Who says visiting Xiamen can't be a unique travel experience? Worried about rain ruining the fun, or wanting to free your hands when traveling with kids? Then book a whole courtyard homestay, where you can have a blast without even stepping outside!! 🐦 About the courtyard: 8 four-star standard rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows Featuring a beautiful outdoor courtyard The entire villa can accommodate 40 people for dining and meetings, and 20 people for lodging 🔹 KTV private room 🔹 Chess and Mahjong room 🔹 Game room 🔹 Billiard room 🔹 Private cinema 🔹 Outdoor barbecue 🔹 Self-service kitchen 🔹 Large projector 🎙 Can arrange gatherings: 【👪 Family Gatherings】 Enjoy quality time with family, where kids can have fun and adults can relax 【🎂 Birthday Parties】 Celebrate a wonderful birthday with family and friends, singing together and chatting over a meal 【🌆 Corporate Team Building】 Like-minded young people can chat, play games, and engage in activities! 【👬 Friends Get-together】 In the prime of life, share current life updates with friends and reminisce about the past~ - Take advantage of the May Day deals! Book the whole place for your holiday, and get your Xiamen trip sorted~