Gulangyu Island in Xiamen can be visited first by visiting famous attractions, strolling on the beach, visiting museums and experiencing local life.
1, visit famous attractions
Gulangyu Island has many famous attractions, such as sunlight rock, beans and peas garden and other its. Among them, Sunlight Rock is the highest point of Gulangyu Island, and climbing to the peak can overlook the beauty of the whole island; while Beans Village Garden is a private garden that combines Chinese and Western garden architectural styles, which is well worth a visit.
2. Stroll along the beach
Gulangyu Island has many beautiful beaches where you can enjoy the sun, sand and waves. Among them, Dadeji Beach is a more common place for tourists to visit, with wide beaches and fine sand, perfect for swimming and playing in the water.
3. Visit Museums
Gulangyu Island has many museums with special features, such as the Gulangyu Piano Museum and Ocean World. These museums allow tourists to learn more about the history and culture of Gulangyu Island.
4, Experience Local Life
Besides visiting the attractions and beaches, you can also y experience the life of the locals. On Gulangyu Island, you can taste a variety of local specialty snacks, such as oyster omelette and roast pork dumplings. In addition, you can also try to learn some local traditional handicrafts, such as making lacquer ware and paper-cutting.
Cost budget:
1, transportation costs: ferry fare from Xiamen city to Gulangyu Island, the island is conveniently located, you can also rent an electric car around the island tour wheel. Ferry terminal is located in Xiamen island Siming district, visitors can take the bus or subway to reach the pier.
2. Accommodation: There are many choices of accommodation within Gulangyu Island, ranging from luxury hotels to homestays. It is recommended to choose hotels or B&Bs close to the beach or near the concert hall, which is more convenient for sightseeing and experiencing local life. The exact price depends on the traveling season and the quality of accommodation.
3, food and beverage costs: Gulangyu Island is very rich in food, tourists can taste a variety of authentic Fujian specialty snacks and seafood. It depends on tourists' choice and spending level.
4, the cost of attraction tickets: attractions on Gulangyu Island have different admission prices, such as Sunlight Rock, Peas and Beans Garden and other famous attractions have different admission prices. If you need to visit more than one attraction, you can buy a Gulangyu Tourist Pass or set of tickets online for a more favorable price.