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Xiamen Citywalk | This Guide Has It All

CityWalk routes: DAY 1: Gulangyu Island → Bayi Market → Zhonggu Cableway → Huandao Road DAY 2: Botanical Garden → Shapowei DAY 3: Twin Towers → Xiamen University → Nanputuo Temple → Return - Gulangyu Island Tour route: Disembark at Neicuo'ao Wharf → Stroll along Meihua Beach → Climb Sunlight Rock → Explore Longtou Road Snack Street → Encounter the most beautiful corner → Return from Sanqiutian Wharf Must-do: "Meet Xiamen" ferry ticket, including convenient round-trip Food recommendations: Longtou fish balls, Houshenglin sweet soup, Ye's rice rolls Tips: Choose the ferry terminal for departure, close to Zhongshan Road & Bayi Market! - Bayi Market Local experience: Wander through the old streets and experience the authentic local life Food exploration: Hengzhu Road soup dumplings, Ah Ji Zai Ji Zhi Department Store (nostalgic), Zhu Ji shredded chicken, Cheng Datong duck meat porridge - Botanical Garden Tour guide: Enter through the South Gate → Take the sightseeing elevator → Stroll along the walkway → Take the sightseeing bus to the succulent area → Explore the rainforest world → Exit through the West Gate Seamless connection: The West Gate leads directly to the Zhonggu Cableway, saving time and effort! - Zhonggu Cableway High-altitude journey: Across the Botanical Garden → Huxi Rock → Hongshan Park → Nanputuo Temple → Wulao Peak → Twin Towers - Huandao Road Cycling route: Yiguo-Liangzhi Beach → Yefengzhai → Huangcuo → Music Square → Zengcuoan → Baicheng Beach Landmark check-in: Twin Towers, Music Square, Huangcuo Beach, Baicheng Beach (stunning sunset) Recommended time: Start at 4pm and enjoy 2-3 hours of gentle sea breeze - Shapowei Photo spots: Corner Co-op, Twin Towers panoramic fence, second floor of Art West District, rainbow wall (artistic vibe) Transportation guide: Cycling or bus route 86 is recommended - Nanputuo Temple Pilgrimage: Enter through the east entrance → Wash hands → Get incense → Hall of Heavenly Kings → Garan Hall → Mahavira Hall → Big Buddha character → Ksitigarbha Hall Nearby attractions: Twin Towers, Xiamen University Transportation guide: Subway Line 1, Zhenhai Road Station, Exit 3A - Twin Towers The Twin Towers are a symbol of modern Xiamen and a dream destination for many. Xiamen University Known as "the most beautiful university in China". - Food Recommendations Jinjiagang Seafood Restaurant Very popular, delicious and affordable. Guaranteed not to disappoint. Recommendations: ✔Signature Lobster ✔Salt and Pepper Mantis Shrimp Zhong Shacha Noodles Unforgettable. Delicious soup, popular with locals! Recommendations: ✔Signature Shacha Noodles ✔Fish Ball Soup ✔Five-Spice Rolls
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Posted: Mar 24, 2025
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