Xiamen Roaming｜Stay Next to North Station and Enjoy a Healing Date with Rice Field Coffee

There’s more to Xiamen than just waves and beaches! Hidden at the foot of Tianzhu Mountain, Zhidao Rice Field Coffee brings the summer scenes from Studio Ghibli animations into reality. This complete guide including accommodation, activities, and nearby spots will help you unlock a delightful journey blending countryside charm with city life～ 🏨 Top Accommodation Choice: Jinjiang Inn Xiamen North Station Jimei University Branch Choosing the right place to stay can save you half the effort! This hotel is simply the best value around North Station. You can walk to Xiamen North Station, arrive right after getting off the high-speed train with your luggage in hand, and have no worries catching your return train. For those driving, there’s a free parking lot available for peace of mind. ☕️ Core Experience: In-depth Exploration of Zhidao Rice Field Coffee 📍 Location and Transportation Just navigate to “Zhidao Rice Field Coffee” to get there, located right opposite the Tianzhu Mountain West Gate Visitor Service Center. Public transport is convenient too: take Metro Line 2 to Tianzhu Mountain Station, then transfer to the shuttle bus to the West Gate. It’s about a 1-hour drive from the hotel, with increasingly fresh scenery along the way. ⏰ Best Times and Must-Do Experiences • Golden Hours: The most recommended times are 9-10 AM or 4-5 PM, when the sunlight is as gentle as a natural filter. At dusk, the golden glow bathes the rice waves in stunning light and shadow. You can visit until late September and might even catch the autumn harvest activities. • Coffee and Atmosphere: Order an Alishan plum special or a duck-shit-fragrance lemon tea, and sit on the second floor of the two-story wooden house built around trees, with panoramic views of nearly 20 acres of rice fields. The café is designed with recycled wood boards, and even the small potted plants are locally grown, showing care in every detail. • Time in the Fields: Stroll along the wooden path behind the red brick archway, with wooden boards softly creaking underfoot and rice waves swaying beside you. The thatched pavilion in the rice field is draped with white gauze that flutters like clouds in the breeze. Sitting here drinking tea and chatting, all worries are blown away by the wind. If you have kids, the easel area and rice field running zone let them burn off energy freely. 📸 Photo Tips • Wear light-colored clothes paired with a straw hat or canvas bag to instantly become the star of a pastoral movie. • Must-capture angles: panoramic views of rice fields + wooden house + thatched pavilion, running backs in the rice waves, close-ups holding drinks with atmosphere. • Friendly reminder: Be sure to bring mosquito repellent and a sun umbrella, as there are many mosquitoes near the rice fields. Also, please protect the crops and avoid trampling them. Nearby Highlights: Explore the Tianzhu Mountain Area in One Day 🌿 Tingxi Garden (Inside Tianzhu Mountain) From the coffee house, enter the Tianzhu Mountain Scenic Area to find this “Monet secret realm.” Flower seas, waterfalls, misty streams, and fairy-tale wooden houses create a dreamy scene. On the mist bridge, you can capture Tyndall light effects. Kids can splash in the shallow water and catch small fish. Tickets include self-service drinks, making for a fun-filled afternoon. Remember to pack a change of clothes and sandals for the kids, as playing in water will get them wet. 🚶 Tianzhu Mountain Leisure Trail If you prefer quiet, hiking along the scenic trail is very relaxing. The mountain air is fresh, with streams and greenery along the way. When tired, find a viewing platform to rest and enjoy the peacefulness far from city noise. The scenic area will soon develop sports, leisure, and nature education platforms for an even richer ecological experience. 📝 Itinerary and Tips One-Day Highlights Depart from Jinjiang Inn → Metro Line 2 + scenic area shuttle → Zhidao Rice Field Coffee (morning photos + afternoon tea) → Tingxi Garden (afternoon family time/photos) → Return to hotel to rest Essential Packing List • Protection: mosquito repellent, sunscreen, sun umbrella, arm sleeves (dual necessity for sun and mosquito protection in the fields) • Clothing: light-colored clothes, comfortable sneakers, straw hat (both stylish and practical for photos) • Others: power bank (photos drain battery fast), portable trash bags (to protect the natural environment) Stay conveniently, play healingly—keep this rice field coffee travel guide handy! Next time you come to Xiamen, don’t just focus on the seaside; come to the foot of Tianzhu Mountain for a date with rice waves and coffee! ✨