Follow in the footsteps of *The Bad Kids* and unlock a retro youth journey.
by BRYANT FARMER
Mar 13, 2025
Zhanjiang Travel|A Retro Stroll Through Chikan Old Street🚶With Stunning Photo Spots
Must-Visit Reasons✨
Nanyang-style old district with hidden gourmet alleys!
Transport Info:
📍Address: Zhongshan 2nd Road, Chikan District, Zhanjiang
🚌Transport: Take bus to "Chikan Swimming Pool" station and walk 5 mins
Photo Route Guide:
1️⃣ Zhongshan 2nd Road Arcade Street
Century-old arcades! Snap Republic-era style photos effortlessly, the colored glass windows on second floor make perfect backdrops
📸Tips: Best lighting at 4pm, remember to shoot upwards to avoid wires
2️⃣ Shuijingtou Breakfast Market
Hidden alleyway vibes! Fried dough sticks with seafood porridge is locals' favorite
Must-try: Rongshutou Fried Dough Sticks (5:30-10:30), Grandma's Tian Ai He
3️⃣ Antique Culture Street
Ghost Market on Wed/Sat! Hunt for vintage film cameras and tea sets
🏺Hidden gem: "Time Grocery" has out-of-print vinyl records
4️⃣ Former Site of Guangzhou Bay Chamber of Commerce
French-style yellow walls are super photogenic! Spiral staircase on side is perfect for Instagram
🕰️Opening: 9:00-17:00 (Closed Mondays)
Food Recommendations:
🦐 Xianshan Seafood Market fresh catch processing
Sandworm porridge is amazingly fresh! Remember to bargain
🍮 Xiyinmen Dessert Shop
Mixed nut paste + snow pear jelly, dessert freedom for just ¥8/person
Tips to Avoid Pitfalls:
❌ Some arcade shops open late afternoon, don't go too early
❌ Watch the scale at seafood market, recommend "Mingji" old shop
✅ Wear retro outfits to match the scenery perfectly
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