12 Instagram-worthy Photo Spots in Xiamen

Don't miss these hidden photography gems on your Xiamen trip – admire the city skyline from Hongshan Park, capture artsy street scenes at Shapowei Art Zone, witness romantic sunsets at Shili Changdi, or explore the red walls and flying eaves of Chaotian Palace... Every corner reveals a different side of Xiamen!

1. Shangli Reservoir: Navigate to Wanshi Canghai section of Shanhai Health Trail. Best shot from the elevated walkway.
2. Twin Towers Time Contrast: Navigate to IN+ Coffee on Minzu Road.
3. Jiangtou Overpass with Bullet Train: Near TCM Hospital Branch Station pedestrian bridge. Trains pass every 30 minutes in afternoon.
4. Qingshui Palace: Direct navigation. Planes fly overhead every 10 minutes.
5. Xinglin Bay Greenway Park: Perfect frame of ancient Xinglin Pavilion with modern Moonlight Ring.
6. Chaotian Palace: Best morning light. Planes every 10+ minutes.
7. Daping Mountain Park: Panoramic city views with colorful houses.
8. Music Square: The solitary wooden bench on left side.
9. Music Square Beach: Golden seas favored for wedding photos.
10. Wanshi Canghai Sunset: Same location as spot 1. Telephoto shots from elevated walkway near grilled dough stalls are stunning.
11. Shili Changdi: Top sunset spot with evening concerts – perfect harmony of music and breathtaking views.
12. Hongshan Park: Frame shots with Twin Towers and cityscape backdrops.

Come to Xiamen! From Instagrammable Minzu Road to the breathtaking coastline of Huandao Road, guarantee your social media will be flooded with likes!

Post by Trip.Pulse | Aug 2, 2025