Xiamen Things to Do

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Afa said

… planet book recommended Jimei School Village, it is quiet town with many small local shops.As we… continue reading »

 Real Travelers who've been here

Kyle & Dan said

… Hostel. It was located near Xiamen University, in a nice part of the island and it took us over half… continue reading »

Unlike most other aquariums in China that have all the aquatic diversity of a common carp pond, this fish center is actually quite impressive. More than 10,000 aquatic creatures lodge here including eels, starfish, Amazon piran... more

Originally built during the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD) this still functioning temple rates as one of Xiamen's most popular attractions. Over the years, it has gone through many renovations including the 1936 addition of the Pavi... more

Xiamen may not be synonymous with golf like say Pebble Beach or Saint Andrews, but this course has helped put it on the international golf map. The United States Golf Association selected it as one of the Finest 100 Golf Clubs... more

The pulse of Xiamen pumps non-stop along this main road; the busiest in the city. A kaleidoscope of architectural styles lines both sides, exhibiting German, British and classic Chinese influences. Restaurants, ranging from fin... more

Bring out the lawn chairs and party hats. Disguised as a regatta, this annual festival is celebrated all over China but few can match the pomp and magnitude of Xiamen's. Rowers from all over the world, including Australia, the... more

Considering this fort's tropical beach setting with Xiamen University behind it, it is difficult to fathom that this site was once better known for cannons and carnage rather than books and bikinis. Built in 1896 out of sand, c... more

Considered as one of Xiamen's eight major views, this garden is a marvel of plants. More than 4,000 varieties of flora ranging from eucalyptus and bamboo trees to orchids and ferns color the park. Odd shaped rocks, many of whic... more

Located just five minutes southwest from downtown Xiamen this coastline stretches for miles offering visitors endless sunbathing opportunities. Besides swimming there are also numerous bike rental shops making for a great way t... more