Stroll through Gulangyu's Artistic Alleys
by Liam44 Ward - Leo
Jun 27, 2025
Gulangyu 3-Day 2-Night Artistic Slow-Paced Life Guide 🏝️ This island is truly healing, with red-brick old villas, wavy beaches, artistic shops... every casual shot is a masterpiece!
🌟Must-Visit Attractions Recommended:
1️⃣Meihua Beach: A hidden gem beach with few people and beautiful scenery, fine white sand paired with blue-green water is super dreamy 🌊 It's recommended to watch the sunset in the evening, the light is super gentle~
2️⃣Shuzhuang Garden: A must-visit century-old private garden! The Piano Museum + seaside boardwalk are great for photos 🎹 Admission 30 RMB/person
3️⃣Sunlight Rock: The best viewpoint to overlook the entire island 🔭 Remember to go in the morning to avoid the crowds, admission 50 RMB/person
4️⃣Longtou Road Food Street: The liveliest street on the island, old brands like Shenjia Rice Noodles and Linshi Fish Balls are all here 🍢
5️⃣Bishan Cave Tunnel: A retro and artistic tunnel, with interesting graffiti on the walls 🖌️
🏠Accommodation TIPS:
√Recommended to stay near Fujian Road/Fuxing Road, close to attractions and the ferry terminal
√The [Lijiashuang Hotel] we stayed at was amazing! A century-old villa renovated, around 300+ RMB per person including breakfast
🍜Food List:
▷Shenjia Minnan Rice Noodles (No. 57 Fujian Road): Shark Fin Soup is a must-try
▷Linshi Fish Balls (No. 97 Longtou Road): Chewy and juicy, super delicious
▷Yeshi Mochi (Longtou Road Crossroads): An old man has been selling from a cart for 30 years
▷Houshenglin Sweet Soup (No. 62 Fuxing Road): Old-fashioned Four Fruit Soup is super refreshing
💡Practical Tips:
1. Buy ferry tickets in advance on the official account 👸! Xiamen-Gulangyu Ferry Terminal → Sanqiutian is the most convenient
2. There are no motor vehicles on the island, remember to wear comfortable shoes 👟
3. Souvenir recommendations: Jinlan Bakery Coconut Cake, Huangshengji Pork Floss
4. It's most beautiful when the phoenix flowers bloom in May-June, but remember to prevent mosquito bites!
Post by Liam44 Ward - Leo | Jun 27, 2025











