Sijiao Island, Shengsi—The Penglai on the Sea

3 Days 2 Nights Healing Guide 🍋🌊

【Introduction】

Sijiao Island in Shengsi, the northernmost of the Zhoushan Archipelago, is known as the "Penglai on the Sea," just a 1.5-hour ferry ride from Shanghai. The island is small but packed with sights: the sea at the end of the Left Bank Road, the Liujingtan Lighthouse guarding the East China Sea sunrise, and the colorful houses of Bianjiao Village stacked on the hillside, called "China’s Little Santorini." Even more amazing, the whole island’s taxis are lemon yellow, starting at 10 yuan on the meter, perfect for snapping “seaside Ferrari” style photos!

🛬【Itinerary】

3 days and 2 nights is just right, relaxed pace without rushing

Day 1: Arrive on the island → Wade in the waves at Jihu Beach → Night market at Wanghai Park

Day 2: 4:30 AM sunrise at Liujingtan → Lighthouse photo shoot → Glass plank road at Heshangtao → Tide hunting at Nanchangtu Beach → Blue hour sunset at Shizhu Village

Day 3: Electric scooter ride along Left Bank Road → Bianjiao Village viewing platform → Take photos with the sea “Ferrari” → Return ferry

⛺【Must-Visit Attractions】

1️⃣ Liujingtan: The first ray of sunlight over the East China Sea, cliff lighthouse + infinity pool, 100% photo-worthy

2️⃣ Left Bank Road: 3.5 km S-shaped curve, riding a scooter here instantly feels like a Taiwanese idol drama

3️⃣ Bianjiao Village: Macaron-colored houses stacked up, viewing platform overlooking the “colorful waves”

4️⃣ Nanchangtu Beach: Fine sand and few people, you can find star sand, sunset pink sea is super healing

5️⃣ Wanghai Park: Local night snack paradise, pier lights + fishing boat reflections, atmosphere maxed out

🍩【Must-Try Foods】

🦀 Shengsi mussels = “milk of the sea,” garlic steamed or mussel rice cake soup, both incredibly fresh

🐟 Pomfret with rice cakes: a palm-sized pomfret + hand-pounded rice cakes, savory and slightly sweet sauce

🧀 Seafood noodle dumplings: freshly shelled clams + chewy noodles, 15 yuan a bowl, very filling

🍺 Wanghai Park night stalls: pepper mantis shrimp, soy sauce mud crab, paired with chilled Putuo Mountain beer, refreshing!

🏨【Accommodation Guide】

For sunrise shots, stay near Liujingtan:

• Shengsi Shiguang Guesthouse: 5-minute walk to the lighthouse, floor-to-ceiling windows with sea views, about 200 yuan per person+

For convenient dining and shopping, stay around Wanghai Park:

• Island Hidden Guesthouse: creamy Instagram style, rooftop terrace overlooking the fishing harbor, 3-minute walk to night stalls

For families/groups, choose near Jihu Beach:

• Jihu Lanshe: right on the beach, family rooms with breakfast, can book ferry tickets

🚌【Transportation Guide】

From Shanghai/Hangzhou:

Drive → Shenjiawan Pier (free parking for 5 days) → Car-ferry 1.5 hours → Lizhushan Pier

Lazy direct option: Shanghai Nanpu Bridge Tourism Transfer Center “car + ferry combo ticket” direct to Shengsi, one-way ¥100+

On the island: Lemon yellow taxis start at 10 yuan, bus 2 yuan with QR code, electric scooter rental 60 yuan/day (helmet required)

🧡【Tips】

⚠️ Book ferry tickets 3 days in advance on “Shengsi Passenger Transport”! Extra sailings in peak season

🧴 Sunscreen! The seaside UV plus reflection is double the hit, use Anessa sunscreen + sun-protective clothing + sunglasses

📸 Drone flights require prior police notification, the “Zhoushan Drone” mini program handles it in 3 minutes

🌊 To see the glassy sea: choose low tide + sunny day, water is bluest before 10 AM

Sijiao Scenic Area

🦟 Mosquitoes are fierce on the island, bring mosquito repellent; wear light-colored long dresses to avoid bites and look great in photos