Zhanjiang 3 Days 2 Nights Summer Escape: Beachcombing and Seafood Guide

📍 Must-Visit Attractions & Activities

1️⃣ Huguangyan

Highlights: World-class maar lake, volcanic geological wonder, clear spring health resort.

Activities: Hiking/cycling around the lake, exploring Shiziling volcanic rocks, encountering the legend of the "Dragon Fish and Divine Turtle."

Transportation: About 30 minutes by taxi from downtown, or take bus No. 9 directly.

2️⃣ Techeng Island

Highlights: Mangrove ecology + volcanic island landform, the closest resort island to the city.

Activities: Rent an electric scooter to circle the island, beachcombing on the mudflats, soaking in natural hot springs.

Transportation: 15-minute boat ride from Xiashan Fishing Port, round-trip ticket ¥15.

3️⃣ Naozhou Island

Highlights: China’s largest volcanic island, Naozhou Lighthouse (one of the world’s three great lighthouses).

Activities: Sunset check-in at the lighthouse, interactive Turtle City, photo spots at Nayawan Black Reef Rocks.

Transportation: 50-minute boat ride from Zhanjiang Southeast Wharf, ticket ¥30.

4️⃣ Jinshawan Seaview Promenade

Highlights: City’s seaside living room, coconut groves and beach + Olympic champion handprints.

Activities: Evening strolls to watch the sunset, surrounding malls with abundant food options.

Transportation: 5-minute walk from Jinshawan Station on Metro Line 2.

5️⃣ Chikan Old Street

Highlights: Arcade buildings + century-old commercial culture, popular photo spot.

Activities: Early morning visit to the morning market, exploring filming locations of "The Bad Kids."

Transportation: Bus No. 2 to Chikan Terminal.

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations

Luxury Seaview: Wyndham Grand Silver Beach Resort (Potou District, facing Silver Beach).

Family-Friendly Choice: Maode Gonggu City Hotel (Leizhou, dialect theme + hot springs).

Best Value: Home Inn Express (Xiashan District People’s Square branch, near Seaview Promenade).

🍜 Must-Try Food

Seafood Lovers: Naozhou abalone, lobster (recommended Nansan Island food stalls).

Snacks to Try: Anpu fried sesame balls (crispy sesame balls), Zhanjiang chicken (white-cut/salt-baked).

Hidden Gem: Garlic steamed sandworms (freshly made at food stalls next to the seafood market).

🚗 Transportation Tips

Within the city: Full coverage of new energy buses, taxi starting fare ¥8.

Between islands: Check boat schedules in advance (Naozhou Island tickets are tight).

Highways: Shenhai Expressway runs through the whole area, self-driving recommended via Lanhai Expressway.