Xiamen Citywalk | This Guide Has It All

CityWalk routes:
DAY 1: Gulangyu Island → Bayi Market → Zhonggu Cableway → Huandao Road
DAY 2: Botanical Garden → Shapowei
DAY 3: Twin Towers → Xiamen University → Nanputuo Temple → Return
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Gulangyu Island
Tour route: Disembark at Neicuo'ao Wharf → Stroll along Meihua Beach → Climb Sunlight Rock → Explore Longtou Road Snack Street → Encounter the most beautiful corner → Return from Sanqiutian Wharf
Must-do: "Meet Xiamen" ferry ticket, including convenient round-trip
Food recommendations: Longtou fish balls, Houshenglin sweet soup, Ye's rice rolls
Tips: Choose the ferry terminal for departure, close to Zhongshan Road & Bayi Market!
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Bayi Market
Local experience: Wander through the old streets and experience the authentic local life
Food exploration: Hengzhu Road soup dumplings, Ah Ji Zai Ji Zhi Department Store (nostalgic), Zhu Ji shredded chicken, Cheng Datong duck meat porridge
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Botanical Garden
Tour guide: Enter through the South Gate → Take the sightseeing elevator → Stroll along the walkway → Take the sightseeing bus to the succulent area → Explore the rainforest world → Exit through the West Gate
Seamless connection: The West Gate leads directly to the Zhonggu Cableway, saving time and effort!
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Zhonggu Cableway
High-altitude journey: Across the Botanical Garden → Huxi Rock → Hongshan Park → Nanputuo Temple → Wulao Peak → Twin Towers
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Huandao Road
Cycling route: Yiguo-Liangzhi Beach → Yefengzhai → Huangcuo → Music Square → Zengcuoan → Baicheng Beach
Landmark check-in: Twin Towers, Music Square, Huangcuo Beach, Baicheng Beach (stunning sunset)
Recommended time: Start at 4pm and enjoy 2-3 hours of gentle sea breeze
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Shapowei
Photo spots: Corner Co-op, Twin Towers panoramic fence, second floor of Art West District, rainbow wall (artistic vibe)
Transportation guide: Cycling or bus route 86 is recommended
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Nanputuo Temple
Pilgrimage: Enter through the east entrance → Wash hands → Get incense → Hall of Heavenly Kings → Garan Hall → Mahavira Hall → Big Buddha character → Ksitigarbha Hall
Nearby attractions: Twin Towers, Xiamen University
Transportation guide: Subway Line 1, Zhenhai Road Station, Exit 3A
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Twin Towers
The Twin Towers are a symbol of modern Xiamen and a dream destination for many.

Xiamen University
Known as "the most beautiful university in China".
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Food Recommendations
Jinjiagang Seafood Restaurant
Very popular, delicious and affordable. Guaranteed not to disappoint.
Recommendations: ✔Signature Lobster ✔Salt and Pepper Mantis Shrimp
Zhong Shacha Noodles
Unforgettable. Delicious soup, popular with locals!
Recommendations: ✔Signature Shacha Noodles ✔Fish Ball Soup ✔Five-Spice Rolls