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July 25, 2025
Ultimate Xiamen Family Travel Guide: 7 Days of Coastal Adventures
Discover Xiamen's beaches, cultural gems, and family-friendly attractions with our comprehensive mid-range travel planner
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Quick Overview
Chinese Name: 厦门
Location: Fujian Province, Southeast China
Famous For: Coastal scenery,Gulangyu Island,Tulou architecture
Daily Cost: $80-120 USD per family of 4
Best Season: March-September
Introduction: Why visit Xiamen?
Xiamen combines tropical island charm with modern amenities, offering perfect family vacations with Gulangyu Island's musical heritage, Xiamen Botanical Garden's nature trails, and Hulisheng Sports Centre's interactive exhibits. The city's walkable coastal promenade and mid-range accommodations make it ideal for budget-conscious families.
Best time to visit Xiamen
Ideal Seasons: March-September for beach activities
🌱Spring: Pleasant 18-25°C weather, perfect for outdoor exploration
☀️Summer: Beach season with temperatures 28-32°C, frequent typhoons
🍁Autumn: Mild 20-26°C temperatures with fewer crowds
❄️Winter: Cooler 12-18°C climate, ideal for cultural tours
Arriving and leaving Xiamen
Buses: $0.30 USD per ride | Metro: $0.60-1.20 USD | Taxis: Base $1.60 USD + $0.40/km
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport [Recommended]
12km from city center, direct flights to major global hubs, taxi ride $8-12 USD
Xiamen North Railway Station
43km from city center, connects to Beijing (7h), Shanghai (11h), taxi ride $25-30 USD
Where to stay in Xiamen: Best Neighborhood
Huli District
Modern hotel cluster with Xiamen Happy Valley nearby, budget options like 7 Days Inn Xiamen Railway Station Branch
Siming District
Cultural heart near Zhongshan Road with mid-range hotels like Xiamen NOA HOTEL
Top Things to do in Xiamen
Gulangyu Island
UNESCO World Heritage Site with colonial architecture and piano museums
Xiamen Botanical Garden
Tropical gardens with waterfall and bonsai collections
Xiamen Science and Technology Museum
Interactive exhibits including earthquake simulator and planetarium
Tips
Book Gulangyu Ferry tickets in advance during peak season
What to eat: Xiamen food Guide
Recommended Restaurants
1. Amoy Restaurant
Traditional Fujian cuisine with waterfront views at Xiamen Bay
2. Zhongshan Road Night Market
50+ street food vendors along Zhongshan Road historic street
3. Baogang Seafood Market
Catch-and-cook seafood dining at Xiamen Baogang Market
Signature Dishes
1. Shacha Noodles
Noodles in peanut butter-based sauce with seafood toppings
2. Tudou Shen
Grilled meat on stick with spicy peanut sauce
3. Haifengtang Oyster Omelette
Crispy oyster omelette with chili sauce
Xiamen itinerary 7 Days
DAY 1
Arrival at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport:Customs and luggage claim
🥗Lunch at Zhongshan Road Night Market:Taste local specialties like Tudou Shen
Visit Xiamen Museum:Cultural orientation with free admission
🍽️Dinner at Amoy Restaurant:Try authentic Shacha Noodles
DAY 2
🍳Breakfast at hotel:Continental breakfast
Ferry to Gulangyu Island:Scenic 20-minute ride
🥗Lunch at Piano Museum Restaurant:Live classical music dining
Visit Shuzhuang Garden:Oceanfront classical gardens
Return ferry to city:Evening skyline views
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