First time traveling to Xiamen 🏖 and overwhelmed by the number of attractions? Don’t worry—this guide breaks down Xiamen’s highlights, so you can plan with ease 🥰!
📍 Xiamen Island (Siming District, Huli District): Staying near the railway station or Bailuzhou is ideal. Attractions are concentrated here, transportation is convenient, and you’ll get a taste of local life—plus, there are plenty of dining options.
📍 Zhongshan Road and Zhenhai Road area: Close to popular spots like Eight Markets, Botanical Garden, Shapowei, and Xiagu Wharf—perfect for exploring on foot.
📍 Gulangyu Island: Traffic is restricted, and you’ll need to take a ferry to get there. If time and budget allow, stay overnight in a Gulangyu B&B (book in advance) for a quiet, immersive experience.
1️⃣ Siming District: Xiamen University, Putuo Temple, Botanical Garden, Bell and Drum Cableway, Baicheng Beach, Hulishan Fort, Ring Road, Yanwu Bridge, Shapowei, Ding'aozai Cat Street, Bailuzhou Park, Twin Towers, Eight Markets.
2️⃣ Jimei District: Jimei University Village, Metro Line 1 (scenic ride), Jimei University, Coastal Romantic Line, Garden Expo Park.
3️⃣ Gulangyu Island: The Most Beautiful Corner, Organ Museum, Haoyue Garden, Shuzhuang Garden, Gangzihou Beach, Sunlight Rock.
4️⃣ Xiang'an District: Xiang'an Bridge, Haixiang Wharf, Daqi Island Graffiti Village.
🔅 Day 1: Arrive in Xiamen → Check into hotel → Free exploration (unwind after travel).
🔅 Day 2: Jimei University Village → Nanjingshi Building → Yunshuiyao → Hegui Building → Huaiyuan Building.
🔅 Day 3: Nanputuo Temple → Ring Road → Zengcuo’an.
🔅 Day 4: Gulangyu Island day trip → Wanguo Building → Gangzaihou Beach.
🔅 Day 5: Go sailing → Return home.
For first-time visitors 👭, following this route works perfectly! If you’re unfamiliar with transportation or attractions, consider a local tour guide—it saves time and can be cheaper than traveling independently ‼️
✅ Book hotels and flights in advance, especially during peak season—prices often rise with demand. Ignore taxi drivers’ dining recommendations; they may steer you to overpriced spots with kickbacks.
✅ Xiamen has many specialties, but avoid buying them in scenic areas (they’re overpriced).
✅ Seafood is a must-try, but bring essential meds: gastrointestinal medicine, antidiarrheals, antihistamines, anti-inflammatories, and motion sickness pills. Don’t overindulge in seafood.
✅ Keep an eye on your belongings. Lock hotel doors/windows, and store valuables at the front desk if needed.
The 5-day itinerary above costs only about 1000💰 per person!
🚫 No rushed schedules, 🚫 no forced shopping—just a great travel experience guaranteed 💗!
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