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🏝️The ultimate family trip in Xiamen! 5 days 4 nights exploring the island without any pitfalls💥 🔍Must-visit landmarks 1️⃣ Xiamen University (Siming Campus) Calling all artsy souls! Truly one of the most beautiful universities in China~ 📍Address: No. 422 Siming South Road 🚌 Transport: Bus to Xiamen University West Village Station 📸 Tips: Must visit Shangxianchang + Furong Tunnel with kids! The graffiti walls are perfect for family photos 2️⃣ Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street Minnan arcade museum! Neon lights at night are super photogenic✨ 🍡 Must-eat: Huang Zehe Peanut Soup / 1980 Roasted Meat Zongzi 🛍️ Hidden gems: Many old-school Minnan flavor shops tucked away in the alleys 3️⃣ Nanputuo Temple Very popular and free to enter! The vegetarian cakes get snatched up by kids 😂 🙏 Blessing route: Heavenly King Hall → Mahavira Hall → Sutra Library ⚠️ Note: No shorts or slippers allowed in the temple! 4️⃣ Gulangyu Island Piano Island walking tour with 30,000 steps! Every frame looks like a postcard 🚢 Pier tip: Best for families is Xiamen-Gulangyu Pier → Sanqiutian route 🎵 Bonus experience: Organ Museum DIY postcard stamping 5️⃣ Lujiang Hotel Sea View Hall Feel like you’re in Budapest! Overlooking the stunning sunset of Gulangyu Island 🌇 ☕ Afternoon tea: Remember to choose a window seat! Scenic spots are in high demand 🗺️ Itinerary plan Day 1: Stroll and eat on Zhongshan Road → Lujiang scenic view Day 2: Xiamen University → Nanputuo Temple → Shapowei Day 3: Gulangyu Island walking tour (highly recommend buying the five-attraction combo ticket!) Day 4: Cycling on Huandao Road → Zengcuoan Day 5: Jimei School Village subway check-in → Return trip 🍲 Family-friendly food list ❥ Yubao Wang (Zhongshan Road): Minnan specialty taro duck is absolutely amazing! ❥ Liangshan Food Stall (Gulangyu Island): Fresh seafood caught on the spot, about 80 RMB per person to eat until full ❥ Bapo Grass Jelly: Choose from 3 flavors, perfect for cooling down ⚠️ Pitfall prevention guide: 1. Buy Gulangyu ferry tickets 3 days in advance! 35 RMB round trip, don’t trust scalpers 2. Choose snacks in Zengcuoan with clear price tags 3. Be cautious about "seafood restaurants" recommended by taxi drivers 📸 Photo tips: - Best sunny corner shots on Gulangyu Island - Reflection composition at Furong Lake, Xiamen University - Yellow railings + palm trees on Huandao Road
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Posted: Jul 29, 2025
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