Xiamen

Travel Guide

Xiamen showing street scenes, shopping and a city
Nanputuo Temple showing street scenes, religious elements and a temple or place of worship
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Gulangyu Island showing a city and street scenes
Hulishan Cannon Fort showing outdoor art, a castle and military items
With abundant green spaces and a pretty waterfront district, it’s easy to see why Fujian Province’s second-largest city is so popular with tourists. 

Xiamen, previously known to Westerners as Amoy, is a clean, well-organized and prosperous city known for pianos, pearls and proximity to Taiwan.

Established in the 12th century, Xiamen became a refuge for Ming loyalists before serving as a foreign concession in the early 20th century. More recently, the city has been a focus for tension between China and Taiwan. Take a boat trip into the Taiwan Strait and cruise past Taiwanese-occupied Kinmen Island, once among the world’s most heavily fortified islands.

Visit popular Gulangyu Island, via a short ferry ride across the sea. Gaze at the island’s enchanting colonial buildings and listen for the sound of classical music drifting out the windows. Pianos were brought to the island when foreign concessions were built here. Now the island is home to a unique museum dedicated to pianos. Shop for cultured pearls in a spectrum of colors.

See the impressive 19th-century German Krupp cannon at Hulishan Cannon Fort. It is touted as one of the world’s largest and oldest cannons. Near the famous fort, enjoy impressive views over the Taiwan Strait from the observation deck or check out ancient weaponry exhibited at the Rongguang Cultural Relics and Treasures Museum.

Explore the grounds of gorgeous Nanputuo Temple, which is almost always buzzing with the activity of worshippers, monks and tourists. Behind the temple, find a path leading to the top of Wulao Mountain. Follow this trail for additional panoramic views over the city.

The temple grounds connect to beautiful Wanshi Botanical Garden, with thousands of species of flora spread across 29 botanical zones. Take a few photos of the garden’s unusually shaped rocks or walk along the path leading through thick bamboo forest.

Xiamen is located 68 miles (110 kilometers) south of Quanzhou. It’s well connected to China’s other major cities by train, bus and plane. Many of Xiamen’s best attractions are found outdoors, so try to visit in the spring or autumn when the weather is mildest.

Where to stay in Xiamen

Nanputuo Temple which includes a city, a lake or waterhole and a park

Siming District

4/5(49 area reviews)

Get to know Siming District and its many features like its mountain views and museums. You might want to explore sights like Xiamen Botanical Garden and Wanshi Botanical Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Xiamen Station or Shangli Xincun Station to get around the city.

Siming District
Good conversations  and crazy eating.

Huli District

You might enjoy the gardens while in Huli District. Wuyuanwan Wetland Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Andou Station or Banshang Subway Station to see more of the city.

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Jimei District

The gardens and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Jimei District. Xiamen Yuanbo Garden and Xiamen Bridge are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Jimei Software Park Station or Jimei Boulevard Station to get around the larger area.

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Tong'an District

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Tong'an District. You might want to make time for a stop at TongAn ZhanTing or Wild Valley Eco-Eden.

Tong'an District
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Xiang'an District

While you're in Xiang'an District, take in top sights like Xiamen Lvtang Xiangshan Mountain and jump on the metro at Xiang'an Station to see more of the city.

Xiang'an District
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Haicang

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Haicang is well-liked for its museums and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Xiamen Tianzhu Mountain Tourism Scenic Spot and Riyuegu Aquatic Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xinyang Avenue Station or Dongyao Station to get around.

Haicang
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
4 out of 5
No. 5 Ri Yuan Er Li Road, Huli District, Xiamen, Fujian
The price is NT$2,128 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
NT$2,128
NT$2,481 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Xiamen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gulangyu Piano Art Museum ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (128 reviews)
"The restaurant close a bit too early (9pm) so we have to find something for dinner outside since we landed at the evening."

Reviewed on 2025/6/23

Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
Langham Place Xiamen
Langham Place Xiamen
5 out of 5
No. 4668 Xianyue Road, Xiamen, Fujian
The price is NT$2,090 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
NT$2,090
NT$2,437 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Xiamen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (514 reviews)
"Nice place."

Reviewed on 2025/6/29

Langham Place Xiamen
ANDAZ XIAMEN, BY HYATT
ANDAZ XIAMEN, BY HYATT
5 out of 5
No. 101 Hubin East Road, Xiamen, Fuiian
The price is NT$3,805 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
NT$3,805
NT$4,436 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Xiamen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bailuzhou Park and Xiamen International ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"Will stay here again next time"

Reviewed on 2025/6/20

ANDAZ XIAMEN, BY HYATT
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Somerset Software Park Xiamen
Somerset Software Park Xiamen
4 out of 5
No 2 Jinshan Rd, Siming District, Xiamen, Fujian
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Xiamen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
"The only complaint is their food during breakfast. They are below average."

Reviewed on 2024/12/7

Somerset Software Park Xiamen
XIADUOJIUDIAN
XIADUOJIUDIAN
2 out of 5
XIAMENSHIXIANGANQUXINAGANDONGLU2879HAO, Xiamen
Stay at this apartment in Xiamen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bailuzhou Park and Xiamen International Cruise ...
XIADUOJIUDIAN
Lagom Bright House Sea View Apartment
Lagom Bright House Sea View Apartment
4.5 out of 5
Tower A Haixia Shimao Builidng, No 182 Yanwu West Rd, Xiamen, Fujian
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Xiamen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Overseas Chinese Museum and Nanputuo ...
Lagom Bright House Sea View Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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