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Gulangyu Island
Cultural
🎫 Free (ferry 35-50¥ round trip, attractions separate)

Gulangyu Island

A UNESCO World Heritage island known for its colonial architecture, piano museum, and car-free streets. Features over 1,000 historical buildings and stunning ocean views.

📞 Open 24 hours (ferry 7:10-17:30)
📍 Gulangyu Island, Siming District
Nanputuo Temple
Cultural
🎫 Free (mountain 10¥)

Nanputuo Temple

One of the most important Buddhist temples in Fujian, set against the backdrop of Five Old Men Peak. Known for vegetarian restaurant and beautiful architecture.

📞 03:00-18:00 ( temple), 08:30-17:00 (mountain)
📍 515 Siming Road, Siming District
Xiamen University
Cultural
🎫 Free (advance booking required)

Xiamen University

Known as China's most beautiful university campus, featuring unique Minnan architecture, lakes, and palm-lined streets. Founded by Tan Kah Kee in 1921.

📞 Campus: Open 24 hours (ID required), Main Buildings: 08:00-17:00
📍 422 Siming South Road, Siming District
Huandao Road (Island Ring Road)
Natural
FREE

Huandao Road (Island Ring Road)

A scenic 31km coastal road offering beautiful sea views, beaches, and parks. Perfect for cycling, jogging, or leisurely drives with stops at various beach areas.

📞 Open 24 hours
📍 Coastal road from Huli District to Xiang'an District
Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street
Modern
FREE

Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street

Xiamen's premier shopping street featuring arcade buildings with diverse architectural styles, local snacks, and international brands. The heart of downtown Xiamen.

📞 Open 24 hours (shops 09:00-22:00)
📍 Zhongshan Road, Siming District
Jimei School Village
Cultural
FREE

Jimei School Village

A unique educational complex founded by philanthropist Tan Kah Kee, featuring Austro-Hungarian architecture, beautiful gardens, and several colleges.

📞 Open 24 hours (buildings 08:00-17:00)
📍 Jimei District
Shapowei (Sand Wave)
Cultural
FREE

Shapowei (Sand Wave)

The oldest fishing harbor in Xiamen, now transformed into a trendy art and dining district while retaining its traditional fishing village character.

📞 Open 24 hours (shops/restaurants 10:00-22:00)
📍 Shapowei, Siming District
Zengcuo'an
Cultural
FREE

Zengcuo'an

A former fishing village turned bustling tourist town famous for its maze-like alleys, local snacks, handcraft shops, and vibrant nightlife.

📞 Open 24 hours (shops 09:00-23:00)
📍 Zengcuo'an, Siming District
Xiamen Underwater World
Modern
🎫 90¥

Xiamen Underwater World

One of the largest underwater exhibitions in Asia, featuring a 15-meter underwater tunnel and diverse marine life including sharks, sea turtles, and colorful fish.

📞 08:00-18:00 (summer), 08:30-17:30 (winter)
📍 2 Luling Road, Gulangyu Island
Piano Museum (Gulangyu)
Cultural
🎫 Included in Shuzhuang Garden ticket (30¥)

Piano Museum (Gulangyu)

Houses over 40 antique pianos from different eras, including a rare 1796 grand piano. Located in Shuzhuang Garden on Gulangyu Island.

📞 08:15-17:00
📍 Shuzhuang Garden, Gulangyu Island
Sunlight Rock (Riguang Yan)
Natural
🎫 50¥ (combined ticket with Shuzhuang Garden 90¥)

Sunlight Rock (Riguang Yan)

The highest point on Gulangyu Island offering 360-degree panoramic views of Xiamen Bay and the surrounding area. Features ancient rock inscriptions and a small temple.

📞 06:30-18:00 (summer), 07:00-17:30 (winter)
📍 Sunlight Rock, Gulangyu Island
Shuzhuang Garden
Cultural
🎫 30¥ (combined with Sunlight Rock 90¥)

Shuzhuang Garden

A beautiful seaside garden featuring traditional Chinese architecture, a piano museum, and stunning coastal views. Built in 1913 by wealthy Taiwanese businessman.

📞 07:00-18:30 (summer), 07:30-17:30 (winter)
📍 Gulangyu Island
Haicheng Park
Natural
FREE

Haicheng Park

A waterfront park along Haicang Bay featuring the iconic marriage witness sculpture, sunset views, and pleasant walking paths.

📞 Open 24 hours
📍 Haicang Avenue, Haicang District
Tianzhu Mountain Forest Park
Natural
🎫 35¥ (park), 120¥ (including cable car)

Tianzhu Mountain Forest Park

A pristine forest park with hiking trails, waterfalls, and Buddhist temples. Known for its oxygen-rich environment and scenic mountain scenery.

📞 06:30-18:30
📍 Tianzhu Mountain, Haicang District
Xiamen Amusement Center
Modern
🎫 35¥ (entry), rides additional

Xiamen Amusement Center

A family-friendly amusement park with roller coasters, bumper cars, and various rides. Features both thrill rides and children's attractions.

📞 09:30-17:30
📍 101 Songhuei Road, Haicang District
Xiamen Botanical Garden
Natural
🎫 30¥

Xiamen Botanical Garden

A vast botanical garden featuring tropical plants, succulent collections, and famous rock formations. Known for the tropical rain forest trail.

📞 06:30-18:00 (summer), 06:30-17:30 (winter)
📍 25 Huyuan Road, Siming District
Dadeng Island
Cultural
🎫 Free (taiji house 30¥)

Dadeng Island

A small island known for its traditional Minnan customs, coastal scenery, and historical sites related to the 1949 bombardment. Connected to mainland by bridge.

📞 Open 24 hours
📍 Dadeng Island, Xiang'an District
Mazu Temple (Xiamen)
Cultural
FREE

Mazu Temple (Xiamen)

The largest Mazu temple in Fujian, dedicated to the sea goddess worshipped by millions of overseas Chinese. Features intricate carvings and cultural exhibitions.

📞 08:00-20:00
📍 62 Daxue Road, Siming District
Huoshao Island
Natural
🎫 50¥ (including boat)

Huoshao Island

An uninhabited island nature reserve known for its unique geological formations, hiking trails, and bird watching opportunities.

📞 08:30-17:00
📍 Haicang Strait
Xiamen Science Center
Modern
🎫 70¥ (exhibits), 40¥ (IMAX)

Xiamen Science Center

A modern science museum with interactive exhibits covering physics, astronomy, and technology. Features an IMAX dome theater and hands-on experiments.

📞 09:00-17:00 (Closed Monday)
📍 95-97 Zhanjiang Road, Huli District
Xiamen Golf Club
Modern
🎫 1000-2000¥ (weekday/weekend)

Xiamen Golf Club

An 18-hole championship golf course near the coast, offering beautiful sea views and professional facilities for golf enthusiasts.

📞 06:00-18:00
📍 999 Haicang Avenue, Haicang District
Xiamen Hulishan Cannon Fort
Historical
🎫 25¥

Xiamen Hulishan Cannon Fort

Historical fort built in 1894 during Qing Dynasty, featuring the world's largest surviving coastal artillery gun. Regular cannon firing demonstrations.

📞 08:00-18:00
📍 2 Haian Road, Siming District
Ronghua Mountain
Nature
FREE

Ronghua Mountain

A hidden gem mountain trail with panoramic views of Xiamen Bay and Gulangyu Island. Less crowded than other attractions.

📞 Open 24 hours
📍 Huli District
Xiamen Garden Expo
Cultural
🎫 60¥ (includes boat)

Xiamen Garden Expo

A vast park featuring traditional Chinese gardens from different regions, plus a large lake and beautiful floral displays.

📞 07:00-19:00
📍 Jimei District
Furong Tunnel
Cultural
FREE

Furong Tunnel

Famous student art tunnel at Xiamen University, featuring colorful murals and graffiti created by students over the years.

📞 Open 24 hours
📍 Xiamen University Campus
Gulangyu Island
Street
🎫 35 yuan ferry ticket

Gulangyu Island

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, known as the 'Island of International Architecture' and the 'Island of Pianos'.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Xiamen University
Landmark
FREE

Xiamen University

One of China's most beautiful universities, featuring Furong Lake and Furong Tunnel.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Zhongshan Road
Street
FREE

Zhongshan Road

Xiamen's oldest commercial arcade street.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Nanputuo Temple
Temple
FREE

Nanputuo Temple

A sacred site of Minnan Buddhism with a thousand-year history.

📞 03:00-20:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Island Ring Road
Landmark
FREE

Island Ring Road

Xiamen's most beautiful seaside boulevard, 43 kilometers long.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Xiamen Food
Street
🎫 50 yuan per person

Xiamen Food

Xiamen has satay noodles and various seafood snacks.

📞 All day
📍 Xiamen City
Xiamen Museum
Museum
FREE

Xiamen Museum

A museum showcasing Xiamen's history.

📞 09:00-17:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Wanshi Botanical Garden
Nature
🎫 30 yuan

Wanshi Botanical Garden

Xiamen's largest botanical garden.

📞 06:00-18:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Xiamen Night View
Landmark
FREE

Xiamen Night View

Night views of Gulangyu Island and the Ring Road.

📞 11. Nighttime.
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Baicheng Beach
Beach
FREE

Baicheng Beach

One of Xiamen's most beautiful beaches.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Zengcuo'an
Street
FREE

Zengcuo'an

Xiamen's most artistic fishing village, offering a variety of snacks and handicrafts.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Haicang Bridge
Landmark
FREE

Haicang Bridge

A bridge spanning the strait.

📞 All day
📍 Xiamen City
Egret Island Park
Park
FREE

Egret Island Park

Xiamen's largest city park.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Kaiyuan Temple
Temple
FREE

Kaiyuan Temple

Xiamen's oldest Buddhist temple.

📞 08:00-17:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Bashi Market
Street
FREE

Bashi Market

Xiamen's oldest market, with a variety of seafood and snacks.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Wulaofeng
Nature
FREE

Wulaofeng

The mountain peak behind Nanputuo Temple.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Xiamen Art Museum
Museum
FREE

Xiamen Art Museum

Showcasing Chinese and foreign art works.

📞 09:00-17:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Wuyuan Bay
Nature
FREE

Wuyuan Bay

A newly developed bay in Xiamen.

📞 All day
📍 Huli District, Xiamen
Jimei School Village
Landmark
FREE

Jimei School Village

A group of schools founded by Tan Kah Kee, featuring Kah Kee architectural style.

📞 All day
📍 Jimei District, Xiamen
Yongding Tulou
Landmark
🎫 90 yuan

Yongding Tulou

A World Cultural Heritage site, featuring unique circular earthen buildings.

📞 08:00-18:00
📍 Yongding District, Longyan City
Xiamen Science Museum
Museum
FREE

Xiamen Science Museum

A museum showcasing scientific and technological knowledge.

📞 09:00-17:00
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Haiwan Park
Park
FREE

Haiwan Park

Xiamen's largest seaside park.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Wutong Lighthouse
Landmark
FREE

Wutong Lighthouse

A lighthouse in eastern Xiamen.

📞 All day
📍 Huli District, Xiamen
Xiamen Old Theater Cultural Center
Landmark
FREE

Xiamen Old Theater Cultural Center

Xiamen's oldest theater.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen
Egret Island Park
Park
FREE

Egret Island Park

Xiamen's largest city park.

📞 All day
📍 Siming District, Xiamen

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