Why visit Xiamen?
Xiamen is a relaxed coastal city known for its leafy streets, seaside promenades, and historic architecture. You will find a calm atmosphere, gentle sea breezes, and a mix of traditional streets and modern waterfront areas that invite you to slow down and explore on foot.
What to expect
The city centres around Xiamen Island, with the scenic Gulangyu Island just offshore and a busy harbour in between. Modern districts offer wide boulevards, cafes, and shopping streets, while older neighbourhoods feature narrow lanes and low-rise buildings with distinctive southern Chinese facades.
Plan your trip
Xiamen works well as both a short city break and a starting point for exploring the wider Fujian coast. With its efficient transport links, you can combine your stay with nearby tea-growing regions, coastal towns, and other major cities in the region.