Qinzhou + Nanny-Level Guide to Explore Stunning Attractions

「🗺️Qinzhou 3-Day Tour | Classic Combination of Sanniang Bay and Bazhai Valley・Suitable for All Groups」

Qinzhou, a small city nurtured by mountains, sea, and history. Take your parents to watch white dolphins play at Sanniang Bay, accompany friends on a creek adventure in Bazhai Valley, bring children to Liu Yongfu’s former residence to hear heroic stories. A relaxed 3-day pace, from oysters to pig’s feet noodles, the whole family can immerse in this comfort～

🗓️Itinerary Overview

D1: Sanniang Bay Tourist Area → Qinzhou Port Xiandao Park
D2: Bazhai Valley Scenic Area → Liu Yongfu Former Residence
D3: Qinzhou Old Street → Feng Zicai Former Residence → Return

Daily Detailed Plan

🐬Day 1: Watch Dolphins Riding Waves · Harbor Style
📍Sanniang Bay Tourist Area (4A)
Core Highlights: "Hometown of the Chinese White Dolphin," take a boat tour (80 RMB/person) to find white dolphins (about 60% chance), gentle beach, elders can watch the sea under umbrellas (30 RMB/set), kids dig sand and collect shells, friends capture the moment of dolphins leaping out of the sea (luck-dependent).
🕙Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00
💰Fee: 50 RMB, half price for seniors over 60, free for children under 1.2 meters
📸Photo Spots: In front of the Sanniang stone statue (reef rocks said to be three fairy maidens transformed), dolphin-watching boat deck (with blue sea background)
💡Tips: Best dolphin watching time 7:30-10:00, dolphins like to chase boats; bring binoculars for long-distance observation.

📍Qinzhou Port Xiandao Park
Core Highlights: Great place to overlook the entire Qinzhou Port, features a 13.88-meter-tall bronze statue of Mr. Sun Yat-sen, elders can listen to the "Founding Strategy" story by the statue, kids run on the lawn, spectacular sunset views over the port in the evening.
🕙Opening Hours: Open all day
💰Fee: Free
📸Photo Spots: Statue pedestal (capture people and port in one frame)
🍖Recommended Food: Qinzhou Port "Seafood Food Stalls," must-try steamed oysters (2 RMB each, fresh and tender without fishy smell), ginger and scallion stir-fried flower crab, about 60 RMB per person; try seaweed soup (10 RMB/bowl, refreshing and light).

🏨Recommended Accommodation: "Qinzhou Tianjiao International Hotel" (city center, 300-500 RMB/night); for proximity to Sanniang Bay, choose scenic area homestays (200-300 RMB/night, fall asleep to the sound of waves).

🌿Day 2: Canyon Exploration · Heroic Footprints
📍Bazhai Valley Scenic Area (4A)
Core Highlights: Guangxi’s largest primitive ecological valley, with flowing streams and clustered waterfalls, suitable for creek trekking and water play. Elders can walk on gentle trails, kids can step in water and catch small fish (bring water guns), friends can challenge shallow water diving, natural oxygen bar is very comfortable.
🕙Opening Hours: 8:00-17:00
💰Fee: 45 RMB, half price for seniors over 60
📸Photo Spots: General’s Pool Waterfall (people standing on the shallow pool under the waterfall), bamboo forest path (sunlight filtering through bamboo leaves creating light spots)
💡Tips: Wear non-slip shoes, some sections are slippery; the scenic area offers farmhouse dishes, firewood chicken (80 RMB each) is aromatic.

📍Liu Yongfu Former Residence (4A)
Core Highlights: Former residence "Sanxuantang" of national hero Liu Yongfu, brick and wood structure, features "Tiger" character stele and weapon exhibits. Elders can view anti-French historical photos, kids listen to "Black Flag Army" stories, feel patriotic spirit.
🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00
💰Fee: 20 RMB, free for seniors over 60
📸Photo Spots: Main gate of the residence (in front of the "Sanxuantang" plaque)
💡Tips: There is a guide at the entrance (50 RMB/session), groups of 10 or more can join a group tour for a livelier explanation.

🍖Recommended Food: City "Old Street Pig’s Feet Noodles," pig’s feet stewed until tender, rice noodles smooth, 10 RMB/bowl; add a braised egg (2 RMB), very satisfying.

🏮Day 3: Old Street Flavors · Legendary Generals
📍Qinzhou Old Street
Core Highlights: Arcade buildings hide century-old brands, the arcades on Zhongshan Road are the most distinctive. Take elders to buy "Qinzhou dried oysters," kids chase sugar painting stalls, friends capture arcade light and shadow, morning rice noodle aroma fills the street.
🕙Opening Hours: Open all day (recommended 7:00-9:00 for breakfast, fewer people)
💰Fee: Free
📸Photo Spots: Arcade corner (people walking under arches), in front of the old pharmacy (vintage style photos)

📍Feng Zicai Former Residence (4A)
Core Highlights: "Late Qing anti-French famous general" Feng Zicai’s "Gongbao Mansion," spacious courtyard, weapon displays, war history exhibits. Elders can see the "Zhen Nanguan Victory" sand table, kids can wear small armor for photos (20 RMB/set), feel the "martial family tradition."
🕙Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00
💰Fee: 20 RMB, free for seniors over 60
💡Tips: Known as the "Qinzhou Twin Walls" with Liu Yongfu’s residence, can learn about late Qing anti-French history together.

🍖Recommended Food: Old Street "Aunt Li’s Cold Noodle Stall," locust flower jelly (5 RMB/bowl), fairy jelly (5 RMB/bowl), sweet and refreshing; lunch try "Qinzhou Oyster Hotpot," fresh oysters with satay sauce, about 80 RMB per person.

✨Qinzhou Survival Guide

1️⃣Transportation:

- City to Sanniang Bay: 1 hour by car, or take the special bus line (10 RMB/person);
- Bazhai Valley is 40 minutes from the city, self-driving recommended (5 RMB parking) or charter car (150 RMB/day);
- Taxi starting fare in the city is 7 RMB, shared electric bikes (3 RMB/30 minutes) are convenient for old street, former residences, and other city attractions.

2️⃣Clothing:

- Spring (March-May): thin long sleeves + jacket, windy by the sea;
- Summer (June-August): short sleeves + quick-dry pants (bring change of clothes for Bazhai Valley water play), bring sun protection clothing;
- Autumn and Winter: long sleeves + thin jacket, cool mornings and evenings.

3️⃣Taboos:

- Swimming is prohibited at Sanniang Bay, do not throw trash into the sea when watching dolphins;
- Do not touch cultural relics inside former residences, keep quiet, respect history;
- Buy seafood at the stalls and weigh on-site to avoid "switching."

4️⃣Accommodation:

- For convenience in city touring, choose Qinnan District;
- For Sanniang Bay, choose nearby scenic area;
- For elders and children, prioritize hotels with elevators and good soundproofing; Bazhai Valley homestays are mostly bungalows, suitable for families who like quiet.

🛍️Must-Buy Souvenirs

① Qinzhou dried oysters (50 RMB/jin, great for soup and porridge)
② Lingshan dried lychee (30 RMB/jin, thick flesh and sweet, loved by elders and kids)
③ Pubei dried bananas (15 RMB/bag, natural and additive-free)
④ Liu Yongfu Black Flag Army cultural creations (bookmarks, ornaments, 30-50 RMB, meaningful souvenirs)

Closing Interaction

Qinzhou’s dolphins dance, the arcades on Old Street have stories, the freshness of oysters is unforgettable～ Whether accompanying parents to watch the sea and dolphins, adventuring with friends in the creek, or bringing kids to hear heroic stories, everyone can find their own little happiness. If you come to Qinzhou, would you rather first go to Sanniang Bay to wait for the dolphins or dive into Old Street for a hot bowl of pig’s feet noodles?