Ride an E-bike Around Pingtan for Just 48 Yuan! A Complete Guide to Chasing Blue Tears/Beachcombing/Windmill Seaside

🌊 Must-Do List (With Tips to Avoid Pitfalls)

1. Monkey Rock Island

◦ The closest point on the mainland to Taiwan (68 nautical miles), with a lighthouse and blue sea—100% photogenic!

◦ ✨Tips: Buy tickets online (30 yuan) 1 hour in advance to avoid the harsh midday sun.

◦ Personal experience: Standing on the viewing platform, the salty sea breeze made the longing for the other side suddenly feel very real.

2. Tannan Bay

◦ Free! The sand is so fine it feels like walking on clouds. You might even encounter blue tears at night (peak season from March to June).

◦ Activities: Jet skiing/wakeboarding (200-500 yuan per session). Recommended to go 1 hour before sunset for perfect lighting and photos.

3. Changjiang’ao Windmill Field

◦ Free! At sunset, the white windmills turn into a fairy tale against the orange sky.

◦ ⚠️Note: One-way traffic control starts in July. Riding an e-bike is more flexible (navigate to "Changjiang’ao Beach").

4. "Dreaming of Pingtan" Theater

◦ An immersive performance in Tannan Bay. The 2.2 km route combines lights and sea views, making you feel like you're walking in a dream.

🚗 Transportation Tips

• Getting there: Take a 40-minute high-speed train from Fuzhou to Pingtan Station. Renting an e-bike right outside the station is super convenient.

• On the island: Highly recommend renting an e-bike for 48 yuan/day (200 km range!). The owner even gives you a map of hidden photo spots.

• Personal test: After riding the North Route (Changjiang’ao + North Bay), the battery was still half full, and you can stop anytime for photos.

• Avoid traffic: Don’t drive to Longfengtou Beach on weekends—parking is a battle. E-bikes can park right at the entrance.

🍤 Island Eats

1. A’di Seafood Stall (Tannan Bay Branch)

◦ Freshly caught and cooked. Recommended: salt-and-pepper mantis shrimp with ice-cold beer by the sea. About 80 yuan per person.

2. Shisanmei Xianshi

◦ A local favorite in the county town. Oyster omelet + fish ball soup is the classic combo. 10 yuan fills you up.

3. Pitfall alert: Be cautious with seafood stalls in tourist areas—prices are inflated by 30%+.

🏡 Where to Stay?

• Best for sea views: YOOOO·Sleep by the Sea Hotel. Wake up to windmills and blue sea outside your window, lulled by the sound of waves.

• Budget-friendly: Beigang Village homestays (200-300 yuan/night). Just a 1-minute walk to the beach, perfect for beachcombers.

• Pro tip: Book 3 days in advance during peak season (May-August). Some homestays provide beachcombing tools.

⚡ 3-Day, 2-Night Itinerary (Under 1000 yuan per person)

D1: Pingtan Station → Rent e-bike → Beigang Village (lunch) → Monkey Rock Island → Stay in Beigang
D2: Changjiang’ao (sunrise) → North Bay Corridor → Tannan Bay (water fun + "Dreaming of Pingtan")
D3: Longfengtou Beach (breakfast) → Haitan Ancient City → Return

Final thoughts: Pingtan’s romance lies in the details—the shadow of windmills as you ride past, the extra abalone from the seafood vendor, the cheers of strangers when blue tears appear… No need for a military-style checklist here; just take it slow and enjoy~