Guide

Xiamen Complete Guide

Suitable for first-time visitors to Xiamen to first establish an overall understanding, then subdivide attractions and routes based on interests.

First, Get to Know This City

• Xiamen is a typical coastal travel city, with a more relaxed pace than many provincial capitals, suitable for arranging 3 to 5 days.
• The more comfortable travel times are usually from March to May and September to November, with more stable spring and autumn weather.
• If you like beaches, cycling, old streets, Minnan snacks, and artistic districts, Xiamen will be a good fit.

First-Time Visitors Can Prioritize

• Gulangyu Island: Most representative, suitable for slow-paced exploration.
• Huan Dao Road: See the sea, cycle, and feel the city’s boundaries.
• Shapowei: Coexistence of cultural creativity and old port, suitable for evenings.
• Botanical Garden: Suitable for families, photography, and leisurely walks.

Planning Approach

It is recommended to explore by area, avoiding crossing many regions daily. Focus on one key spot each for the old city, seaside, islands, and artistic districts, and leave ample time for meals and rest; this will provide a better experience than cramming in too many points.