Xiamen Xiangshan Park｜50 Acres of Sunflower Sea Check-in + Complete Guide to Nearby Activities

📍 Location: Xiangshan Park, Xiang'an District, Xiamen City 📅 Best Blooming Period: June to September (peak bloom from midsummer to early autumn) 🚌 Transportation: Recommended to drive or take a taxi, about 40 minutes from downtown; or take the metro to "Xiamen North Station" then transfer to a bus or ride-hailing service. 🌼 Sunflower Field Check-in Guide The 50-acre sunflower field in Xiangshan Park is one of the rare "urban flower seas" in Xiamen, with endless golden flower heads that are especially soothing under the sunlight. Photo tips: • Early morning or late afternoon light is soft, making portraits look more natural; shooting against the light at noon can create a dreamy "glowing petals" effect. • Wear light colors, white, or pale yellow for a fresher look. • There are small paths in the flower field to walk deeper into the sea of flowers; remember not to step on the plants. • Bringing a straw hat or a transparent balloon makes great photo props. 🏞 Recommended Nearby Activities 1. Xiangshan Temple Next to the flower sea is the thousand-year-old Xiangshan Temple, with red walls and flying eaves complementing the flower fields, a must-visit spot for ancient-style photos. 2. Xiangshan Wetland Walk along the trail to the seaside to see mudflats, mangroves, and flocks of egrets, perfect for a stroll and enjoying the breeze. 3. Xiang'an Aotou Fishing Port About a 20-minute drive from the flower field, there are fresh seafood stalls with affordable prices. Recommended dishes include oyster omelet and steamed sea fish. 4. Jimei University Town If staying near Xiamen North Station, you can visit Jimei Academic Village, with its dragon boat pond and Jia Geng architecture, very photogenic. 🛏 Accommodation Recommendation: Jinjiang Inn Xiamen North Station Jimei University Branch This time I stayed at Jinjiang Inn Xiamen North Station Jimei University Branch, and both the location and experience were pleasantly surprising: • Convenient transportation: About 10 minutes by car from Xiamen North Station, about 30 minutes by taxi to Xiangshan Park; near Metro Line 1 "Jimei Academic Village Station." • Room experience: Clean and tidy, very soft beds, pillows with different firmness options; good sound insulation, slept very well at night. • Facilities: 24-hour front desk, self-service laundry, free parking, breakfast includes hot soy milk, fried dough sticks, eggs, etc., great value for money. • Nearby dining: Convenience stores and snack shops downstairs, a 5-minute walk to Jimei Wanda Plaza, convenient for eating, drinking, and shopping. 📝 Itinerary Suggestions One-day tour route: Xiamen downtown → Xiangshan Park Sunflower Field (2-3 hours for photos) → Xiangshan Temple → Xiang'an Aotou Fishing Port for lunch → Jimei University/Dragon Boat Pond → Check in at Jinjiang Inn Xiamen North Station Jimei University Branch → Evening stroll at Jimei Wanda Two-day tour route: Day 1: Same as the one-day tour above Day 2: Xiamen North Station → Gulangyu Island / Nanputuo Temple / Huandao Road → Return trip 💡 Tips • Remember to bring sunscreen, hats, and mosquito repellent in summer. • The flower field is free to enter, but weekends are crowded, so try to visit on weekdays.