A Romantic Coastal Town at Night with Detailed Travel Guide Recommendations

🏨 Accommodation Recommendations
1. Lovers' Road / Sun and Moon Shell Area (Top Choice)
Advantages: Concentration of sea view rooms, within walking distance to Zhuhai Fisher Girl Statue and Seaside Swimming Area, beautiful night scenery.
Recommended Hotels:
High-end: InterContinental Zhuhai (infinity pool with views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge), Zhuhai Grand Theatre Hotel
Cost-effective: Atour Hotel Zhuhai Lovers' Road, Qingmai S Hotel Zhuhai
2. Hengqin Island (Chimelong Resort Area)
Advantages: Close to Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, suitable for family trips.
Recommended: Chimelong Penguin Hotel Zhuhai (family-themed), Hyatt Regency Hengqin
3. Jida / Gongbei Business District (Convenient Transportation)
Advantages: Near Jiuzhou Port and Gongbei Port, rich in dining and shopping, suitable for transit.
🌊 Must-Visit Attractions
Type Recommended Attractions Suggested Duration Ticket Price
Island Scenery Wai Lingding Island (diving + seafood), Dong'ao Island (Diamond Beach) 1-2 days Ferry ¥70-120
Theme Park Chimelong Ocean Kingdom Zhuhai (Whale Shark Pavilion + Fireworks Show) 1 day ¥395 (adult)
City Landmarks Zhuhai Fisher Girl Statue, Sun and Moon Shell (Opera House), Lovers' Road cycling 2-3 hours Free
Culture & Leisure New Yuanming Palace (replica royal garden), Beishan Village (artistic district) 2 hours each Free
⏳ Suggested Trip Duration
Short trip: 2-3 days (city + Chimelong).
In-depth trip: 4-5 days (adding Wai Lingding Island / Dong'ao Island).
Family trip: 3 days (2 days Chimelong + 1 day city).
🚌 Transportation
Bus:
City attractions: Routes 9/99 (Lovers' Road sightseeing bus), K10 (city to Chimelong).
Fare 1 yuan, scan “Zhuhai Tong” on Alipay.
Self-driving:
Suitable for Hengqin Chimelong or outer islands (park at Xiangzhou Port then take a ferry).
Note: Macau single-plate cars cannot enter Zhuhai city.
Ferry:
Xiangzhou Port → Wai Lingding Island / Dong'ao Island (50-70 minutes, buy tickets in advance).
Shared bikes: Dedicated cycling path on Lovers' Road, enjoy the sea breeze.
📈 Route Planning (3-day Classic Version)
Day 1: City Highlights Tour
Morning: Cycle Lovers' Road (Zhuhai Fisher Girl → Love Post Office) → Seaside Swimming Area.
Afternoon: Sun and Moon Shell (photo taking + walk on Yeli Island) → New Yuanming Palace.
Evening: Xiawan Night Market (opens at 9:30 PM, must-try seafood barbecue).
Day 2: Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
All day: Whale Shark Pavilion → Beluga Theater → 5D Castle Cinema → Night Parade + Fireworks Show.
Tips: Download “Chimelong Travel APP” to check showtimes, avoid weekends.
Day 3: Choose One Island
Option A: Xiangzhou Port → Wai Lingding Island (diving, sea fishing, eat General’s Hat shellfish).
Option B: Hengqin Pier → Dong'ao Island (Gree Hotel beach, Honeymoon Pavilion).
🍽 Food Recommendations
Must-eat: Hengqin oysters, Doumen heavy shell crab, seafood porridge hotpot, Portuguese egg tarts.
Restaurant Recommendations:
City: Jinyuexuan (dim sum), Haoxuange (oyster hotpot).
Hengqin: Hengqin Commune Restaurant (farmhouse cuisine).
Avoid: Be cautious with street food stalls in scenic areas; it’s recommended to buy seafood at markets (e.g., Chaoyang Market) and have it cooked.
⚠ Notes
Weather: May to October is rainy season, bring rain gear; typhoons frequent in summer, monitor ferry suspension notices.
Documents: Hong Kong and Macau Travel Permit required for Macau (walk across Gongbei Port).
Sun Protection: Strong UV on islands, use SPF50+ sunscreen and wear a sun hat.
🌿 Off-the-Beaten-Path Recommendations
Qi'ao Island: Free lesser-known island, mangrove wetlands + Baishi Street graffiti.
Huitong Ancient Village: Lingnan ancient village, cafes + watchtower photo spots.
Mangzhou Wetland Park: Birdwatching paradise, few people and beautiful scenery.
Zhuhai is a coastal city perfect for a slow lifestyle—watch the sea by day and eat oysters by night, that’s the right way to enjoy it!