[2025 Ninghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Xiangshan Harbor (Updated Apr)

great day at the beach, was a bit cold but I still had fun. I will definitely come again. am totally in love with place , great vibe #holidayvacation#wintergetaway#staycation

On a sunny early spring day, head to Qiangjiao Town, Ninghai Bay's "Little Jeju," to bask in the sun. Stroll around the seaside, feel the breeze, order a coffee, relax, and watch the sea. Kids can have fun beachcombing on the mudflats. It's truly a cozy and comfortable weekend getaway. Calling the Qiangjiao Islands "Little Jeju Island" is definitely an exaggeration, but some photos taken from certain angles, especially those featuring seaside cafes, do create a somewhat convincing illusion. Qiangjiao juts out into Ninghai Bay, and on clear afternoons, the natural scenery is indeed captivating. Here are a few recommended photo spots: 1️⃣On the slope next to Minyao Dàshū Coffee·Beer, this is the best spot to capture that Jeju Island vibe. 2️⃣Walk along the slope to the top of the mountain, where you'll see two huge chimneys. They form an interesting contrast with the dilapidated village, a scene that I personally love. 3️⃣Go beachcombing on the rocky beach, where small islands dot Ninghai Bay. Besides taking beautiful photos, Qiangjiao has many more traditional attractions worth exploring. Hengshan Island is known as "Little Mount Putuo," and is home to many historical sites. Luojiakeng Village, an ancient village with a thousand-year history, dating back to the Northern Song Dynasty, is a small village nestled between the mountains and the sea where you can admire the spring flower fields. Of course, you can't miss the seafood in Qiangjiao Town—a variety of East China Sea seafood is worth trying.

Ninghai Must-Eat List 1. Yishi Liu - Ninghai specialty snack shop 🌟Recommended Dishes: Maihutou (wheat paste), Walnut Egg Soup 2. Xiaoda BBQ - Late-night snack shop 🌟Recommended Dishes: Teppanyaki (be sure to add chicken and instant noodles) 3. Happy Rice Ball - Classic local breakfast 🌟Recommended Dishes: Sauce-covered boxed meals are a specialty, with customizable toppings 4. Jinshan Shengjian - Must-try Shengjian Mantou (pan-fried buns) 🌟Recommended Dishes: Radish and pork buns 5. Juxiang Restaurant - Local restaurant with 20 years of history 🌟Recommended Dishes: Stir-fried beef, Potato pancakes 6. Guangtoulou - Cantonese dessert shop, super cheap! 🌟Recommended Dishes: Mango small glutinous rice balls, Rice noodle rolls 7. Luoji Fried Dumplings - Must-try late-night snack in Shenzao 🌟Recommended Dishes: Fried dumplings, Grilled shrimp 8. Gulu Wheel Cakes - The Ninghai food my friends miss the most 🌟Recommended Dishes: Oreo wheel cakes 9. Xushi Noodle House - My personal favorite noodle shop 🌟Recommended Dishes: Stir-fried handmade noodles, Stir-fried rice noodles, Stir-fried dried noodles (Rice noodles❗️Only available in Ninghai❗️) 10. Banke Mu - Ninghai's landmark milk tea shop 🌟Recommended Dishes: Oreo 🔺Only available in Ninghai: Maibing (wheat pancake), Tangbao (soup dumplings), Maihutou (wheat paste), Stir-fried rice noodles, Maixiatang (wheat shrimp soup), Walnut Egg Soup, Maijiaotong (wheat dumpling rolls), Shanfenlao (sweet potato starch pancake) Ninghai Must-See List 🌄Fengcha Ridge - A great place to watch the sunrise over wind turbines 🏝Qiangjiao Town - Instagrammable seaside road (but be sure to go on a clear day, otherwise it's gray) 🚩Shili Hongzhuang Cultural Park - Impressive Hongzhuang (red wedding) culture 🌉Xingning Covered Bridge - Go in the afternoon to watch the sunset, or at night to see the night view and release Kongming lanterns. Different scenery at different times. 🛖Qiantong Ancient Town - Free admission at night! ♨️Shenzao Forest Hot Springs - Forest oxygen bar ⛩️Guangde Temple - A luxurious temple, perfect for taking photos Transportation Tips 🚌Online Bus: A unique form of transportation in Ninghai. 3 yuan can get you to all bus stops in the urban area. (If you don't know how to book, you can message me privately) 🛵Electric Scooter: Ninghai's urban area is not large. You can rent an electric scooter to breeze through the streets and alleys, and you will definitely appreciate the charm of this quiet town. 🚗Taxi: Some scenic spots are in towns, so you'll have to spend a little money on a taxi. 🏨Accommodation Recommendations The liveliest business district: Xizi International The most bustling night market: Doumen Zhang The most restaurants: Huating Jiayuan Best for vacation: Shenzao Town 1. Hanting Hotel (Xizi International Branch) Cost-effective, personally tested 2. Sheraton Hotel The most luxurious in the urban area 3. Ahn Luh Resort The most expensive, most luxurious, most resort-like! At the hot springs! 4. Orange Crystal Hotel Very close to the night market, with lots of food nearby 5. Lanting Hot Spring Art Hotel A more cost-effective hot spring hotel 🔴Locals don't have much experience with accommodation, so it is recommended to choose newly renovated chain hotels for better hygiene.

Ninghai, a simple rural poet, is surrounded by mountains and the sea. It has many romantic poems that make people envious, and the Qiangjiao Islands are a group of beautiful, wild, and interesting mountain and sea passion poems. Ninghai has always been low-key, but it has the "calmest and clearest bay on the entire eastern coast," and the sea is the most moving background color of Ninghai. The sea here is clear, the bay is beautiful, and there are not many people on the island. It is leisurely and quiet, and the life in the fishing village hides a slow life that is completely different from the city. Blow the sea breeze, rent a small fishing boat, and sway to feel the fun of fishing and pulling cages at sea. Wait for a sunset on the boat, the dusk falls into the sea, and your face is flushed. The sea will make you forget everything, and the sea breeze is gentle. Here, you will have a rare vacation feeling in Zhejiang and even the entire Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai.

My experience in Ninghai Bay·Qiangjiao Town When I set foot in Ninghai Bay·Qiangjiao Town, I felt like I had entered a paradise where people and nature coexist in harmony. The coastline here is winding and beautiful, and the sea is clear and blue. Every breath I took was filled with the freshness and tranquility of nature. I was also enchanted by the rustic charm of Qiangjiao Town. The ancient streets and traditional architectural styles exude a rich historical and cultural atmosphere. Here, I not only enjoyed the beautiful scenery but also felt the strong cultural atmosphere. In addition, the food in Ninghai Bay·Qiangjiao Town is also a highlight. Fresh seafood is carefully cooked and delicious, leaving a lasting impression. In short, this trip allowed me to deeply appreciate the natural beauty and cultural charm of Ninghai Bay·Qiangjiao Town, making it an unforgettable travel experience.

Summer, how can you not go to the seaside? Come to Ninghai, an overlooked city. Although it's not very famous, there are still plenty of places to enjoy, especially Qiangjiao Town, known as the 'Little Jeju Island'. 📖 Itinerary: It takes about half an hour to drive from downtown Ninghai to Qiangjiao Town. Not only tourists from other places come here, but also locals. Parking spaces are naturally scarce. Coming after 3 pm is a good idea to avoid peak parking times and to watch the sunset. ✅ Must-visit spots: The seaside town is not big, and the commercial street is just a short one, but it's nice to stroll around with various snacks, games, and seafood for sale. There are two coffee shops, one at each end of the street, which are the perfect spots to rest. Both have different styles, but both require queuing. ☕️ How to choose a coffee shop: The one at the beginning of the street is called 'Again', where you order on the first floor, and the second floor is an open terrace with lots of popular sofas and rocking chairs. Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis, and you can sit down as long as you consume something. There's a small sandbox at the entrance, suitable for babies to play in the sand. ☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️ The one at the end of the street is the popular 'Folk Uncle', a container-style coffee shop that also sells beer🍻. This shop has an excellent location, right by the coastline, with a beach area, beach chairs, and small tables set up for great photo opportunities. Further up is the popular S-curve road with nice scenery. ☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️ In fact, there's also a mobile coffee stand near the middle of the street, close to the pier. Spending there allows you to go down to the pier, where there's said to be an exclusive photo spot, but the owner sets up the stand in a laid-back manner, so it's a matter of luck if you'll encounter it🍀 🍜 Must-eat delicacies: Eating seafood by the sea is a must here, and although it's the off-season for fishing, some small seafood is still very fresh. Razor clams are a local specialty, as well as mantis shrimp, which you definitely shouldn't miss. ✏️ Practical Tips: The beaches in Qiangjiao Town are not sandy but rocky, so be careful to avoid scratches. There are regular boats from the pier to the islands, and if you have enough time, you can go there for a visit. If you don't get seasick, you can also charter a boat for fishing. The seafood you catch is yours to keep, but it's not recommended to go out to sea during the fishing ban period.

I was truly amazed by its beauty, a very healing and quiet seaside~ Not many people, and you can also enjoy the sea breeze and seafood🦀 Without further ado, here's the guide! Weekend Ninghai Sunset🌇 Strategy🙌🏻 Itinerary 🚘 Self-drive - Ningbo City - Xujia Mountain - Stone Village - Ninghai - Qiangjiao Town (Qiangjiao Islands - Coastal Highway - Chenqiao Line) 👉🏻 Xujia Mountain - Stone Village 👉🏻 Ninghai County - Transfer Station (Lunch) 👉🏻 Ninghai - Qiangjiao Town Although it's just a small pier, I was pleasantly surprised 👣 Not many people, not too commercialized, the sea breeze is comforting, and having afternoon tea by the seaside is quite relaxing... Remember to definitely go to the uphill road by the sea! The scenery is beautiful, perfect for taking photos yyds! There are also many snacks and seafood noodle shops by the pier In the evening along the Chenqiao Line highway, chased the sunset with friends (Driving after the romance is top-notch!) Personally, I think it's quite beautiful~ Not crowded and very quiet, very suitable for a few friends To relax on the weekend~ (If you want a richer experience, it's not highly recommended)

I have sorted out ⓿ check-in spots. In March, let's chase spring together🌼🌸 I have compiled a list of Ningbo's niche flower viewing guides and niche attractions Save it to your favorites~ ❶Beilun’s Cherry Blossom Avenue P1 Taishan Road, which is full of cherry blossoms in March, really looks like a scene from an anime. You can also take photos of the subway 🚊 ❷Xuanyan Village in Siming Mountain P2-P4 Secret Cherry Blossoms🌸 The cherry blossoms here are all over the mountains, like a sea of ​​flowers. It is the secret place of Siming Mountain and will be in full bloom soon. ❸Beilun and Pigeon Village Ningbo version of "Meguro River" P5 The cherry blossoms in this village have a stream, and the petals are so romantic when they dance. It looks like the Meguro River. ❹ Qiangjiao Town in Ninghai P6-P7 is known as the "Little Jeju" of Ningbo🌊 The sea is blue on sunny days. There are many popular cafes. The camera was taken at Uncle Minyao Coffee and Beer and on the hillside behind. The sea breeze is strong in the evening, so please keep warm. ❺Zhengyang Temple, a small temple in Beilun P8-P9 Ningbo version of "Temple of Heaven" You must go to the highest point of the temple, the Ksitigarbha Hall, which looks like the Temple of Heaven. There are also flocks of white pigeons flying over the temple, which gives you a very old Beijing feel. ❻No. 1, Yongning Township, a new city check-in landmark, P10, the old factory building of Boyang was renovated Not many people know about this place. It is very suitable for citywalk. It retains many details of the old factory. Many new stores will be opened one after another. I like the rooftop upstairs. You can see the city scenery and sunset. ❼Xiangshan Changsha Village P11-P12 The same "Goblin" long embankment The windmill road in Changsha Village is really a must-see in summer. It is also very convenient to camp by car on the beach. Especially when the tide is low in the afternoon, the long coastal embankment is really like the Korean drama Goblin. ❽Xiangshan Fantongshan P9-P10 The atmosphere of sunset photography is amazing The mountain and sea landscape of Fantong Mountain is unique in Ningbo. There is a blue sea and green grassland comparable to Sailimu Lake, and there are sheep. But I love the sunset here, which is particularly healing. ❾Pear tree in Limin Village, Dongqian Lake P11-P12 The most popular tree in Dongqian Lake in March is the pear blossom tree by the lake. Don't miss it this year. It will be in full bloom soon. There are also many cafes and teahouses in the village. ❶⓿ Sakura Park P13-P14 Romantic cherry blossoms🌸 Do you have any recommendations for other places with beautiful flowers and scenery?

||Ninghai is pleasantly comfortable. Ninghai, meaning 'peaceful sea and tranquil environment', embodies the quiet simplicity of its mountains, villages, and residents, reminiscent of a slower-paced time. ~ The region boasts one of the top three high-quality hot springs in the country, the Ninghai Hot Springs Scenic Area; the Qiangjiao Archipelago, known as the 'Thousand Island Lake at Sea'; the largest canyon in eastern Zhejiang—Dasongxi, Tianhu Gorge, and Qingshui Gorge; and the Yancang Mountain Scenic Area, one of the new top ten scenic spots in Ningbo. Ninghai has many mountains and waters, the lake water is a pure shade of emerald, many mountains and forests are accessible for hiking, the small town's pace of life is slow and comfortable, I really recommend visiting for fun!

Zhejiang Ningbo has a treasure seaside town--Ninghai, with a history of more than 1700 years, it is the opening place of Xu Xiake's travel notes. There are mountains and seas here, as well as cultural ancient towns, which are very suitable for weekend vacations in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai. 🚶🏻‍♂️Recommended itinerary D1: Qiangjiao Town - Watching the sunset in Jiajueke Village - Hotel D2: Xiyu Temple - Longgong Ancient Village - Qiantong Ancient Town - Return 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself for convenience 📸Recommended check-in: ❶Qiangjiao Town Known as Ningbo's Little Jeju Island, you must go on a sunny day, the sea here is really blue ❷Longgong Ancient Village With a history of more than 900 years, the village retains many ancient houses and stone roads, and there is a dragon tree with a peculiar shape. Those who like to visit ancient villages will definitely be surprised. ❸Xiyu Temple The temple hidden in the mountains and wild, with a history of more than 800 years, the Buddha pagoda and Buddha statue built on the mountain are particularly shocking when photographed! ❹Qiantong Ancient Town Known as the "Little Lijiang in the south of the Yangtze River", the ancient town uses the principle of Bagua to introduce stream water into the village, forming a residential construction of "every family has carved beams, every household has living water", which is a rare ancient town in Zhejiang that is not particularly commercialized.