Huizhou Nanny-Level Guide to Explore Stunning Attractions

🗺️ Huizhou Two-Day Tour | Shuangyue Bay and Huizhou West Lake・All-Age Friendly Guide

Huizhou, a city full of natural and cultural charm, offers two days of fun for the whole family and an exciting time for friends.

🗓️ Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Shuangyue Bay Beach → Shuangyue Bay Viewing Platform → Pinghai Ancient City
Day 2: Yanzhou Island → Huizhou West Lake → Shuidong Street

🏮 Day 1: Chasing Waves and Exploring the Ancient City

- 📍 Shuangyue Bay Beach
- Highlights: Features the unique double bay and double sea scenery, with fine sand and clear water. Elderly can stroll and sunbathe on the beach, children can build sandcastles and dig sand pits, and young people can enjoy water sports.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: Free.
- Photo Spots: Colorful sun umbrellas on the beach with the sea as the background are perfect for photos; also the iconic Shuangyue Bay stone monument is great for group photos.
- Recommended Nearby: Shuangyue Bay Fishing Port Food Stalls, where you can enjoy seafood feasts like ginger scallion fried crab and salt and pepper mantis shrimp, about 80 RMB per person.
- Tips: Take sun protection measures, and parents should watch their children carefully to prevent them from approaching deep sea areas alone.

- 📍 Shuangyue Bay Viewing Platform
- Highlights: Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Shuangyue Bay, capturing the spectacular "double bay like the moon" scenery. Elderly and children can exercise and enjoy the view during the hike.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: 20 RMB.
- Photo Spots: Along the railing of the viewing platform, you can capture the full view of Shuangyue Bay.
- Recommended Nearby: Snack stalls selling grilled sausages, drinks, etc., about 20 RMB per person.
- Tips: Wear comfortable shoes for hiking; elderly with limited stamina can take a local motorcycle up and down the mountain.

- 📍 Pinghai Ancient City
- Highlights: A Ming Dynasty fortress with over 600 years of history, featuring many ancient buildings and streets, allowing the whole family to experience the vicissitudes of history.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: Free.
- Photo Spots: The ancient city gate and city walls, full of historical atmosphere.
- Recommended Nearby: Small restaurants inside the ancient city offering Hakka cuisine like stuffed tofu, about 35 RMB per person.
- Tips: When strolling inside the ancient city, protect the ancient buildings and avoid touching or carving on them.

🏮 Day 2: Wetland Cycling and West Lake Strolling

- 📍 Yanzhou Island
- Highlights: Beautiful mangrove wetlands where flocks of egrets rest, a great spot for photography. You can rent electric bikes to cycle around the island and enjoy coastal scenery.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: Free.
- Photo Spots: Birdwatching platform in the mangrove wetlands for egret photos; coastal rocks with the sea and sky as the backdrop are very photogenic.
- Recommended Nearby: Local fishermen’s home-style restaurants offering delicious sea urchin fried rice and seafood porridge, about 40 RMB per person.
- Tips: Pay attention to traffic safety while cycling and follow traffic rules; ensure children’s cycling safety.

- 📍 Huizhou West Lake
- Highlights: Clear lake water and beautiful scenery of lake and mountains, with many historical and cultural sites such as the Su Dongpo Memorial Hall, allowing elderly and children to learn about Huizhou’s history and culture.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: Free.
- Photo Spots: The Nine-Bend Bridge and Sizhou Tower, iconic spots of West Lake, perfect for photos.
- Recommended Nearby: Restaurants near West Lake offering specialties like salt-baked chicken, about 50 RMB per person.
- Tips: You can take a boat tour to enjoy the lake views, but pay attention to boat safety.

- 📍 Shuidong Street
- Highlights: A lively old street full of local life, with many specialty snacks, creative shops, and traditional handicraft stores. The whole family can stroll and eat while experiencing the charm of Huizhou’s blend of tradition and modernity.
- Opening Hours: Open all day.
- Cost: Free.
- Photo Spots: The archway and arcade buildings on Shuidong Street, with a strong retro atmosphere.
- Recommended Nearby: Various snack stalls and restaurants, popular items include perilla snail and lemon spicy chicken feet, about 30 RMB per person.
- Tips: When buying food at snack stalls, pay attention to food hygiene and keep your personal belongings safe.

✨ Huizhou Survival Guide

1️⃣ Transportation: You can take the high-speed train to Huizhou South Station. Taxis are convenient in the city with a starting fare of about 10 RMB. There are also buses; download the “Yue Sheng Shi” mini program to check real-time bus arrivals.
2️⃣ Clothing: Wear light jackets and T-shirts in spring; short sleeves and shorts in summer with sun and mosquito protection; long-sleeve shirts and thin pants in autumn; thick jackets and sweaters in winter, and bring down jackets if you are sensitive to cold.
3️⃣ Taboos: Respect Hakka culture and customs when dining in Hakka restaurants. Do not litter or damage the environment in scenic areas.
4️⃣ Accommodation: In Shuangyue Bay, you can choose sea view homestays or apartments with sea views, costing 300-400 RMB per night. In Huicheng District, hotels near business districts are convenient for travel and dining, such as Huizhou Kaisa Pullman Hotel, costing 400-600 RMB per night.

🛍️ Must-Buy Souvenirs

① Salt-Baked Chicken: Huizhou specialty, vacuum-packed and easy to carry, 30-50 RMB each.
② Phoenix Egg Rolls: Sweet and delicious, 20-30 RMB per box.
③ Haitang Turtle Jelly: Smooth texture with heat-clearing and fire-reducing effects, 15-20 RMB per box.
④ Shege Tea: Local specialty tea with a rich aroma, 50-100 RMB per jin.

Closing Interaction

The beautiful scenery and delicious food of Huizhou are unforgettable. If you come to Huizhou, would you rather surf with friends at Shuangyue Bay or take a walk with your family at Huizhou West Lake?