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Intro

Xiamen boasts unique natural coastal scenery. The coastline of Xiamen Island is picturesque, making it an excellent place for cycling and walking. Gulangyu Island, known as the "Island of Music," features many European-style buildings and attracts numerous visitors with its natural environment and tranquil lifestyle.

NameXiamen, Amoy, Hsiamen

ClimateWarm temperate monsoon climate

Area1,700.61 km²

Population5 million

GeographySoutheastern Fujian, west coast of the Taiwan Strait

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Attractions

Must-see attractions

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Interests

Travel stories

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Seasons

Best time to visit

Off-season

Nov – Mar

Cooler weather, fewer tourists, off-season prices.

Peak Season

Apr – Oct

Pleasant climate, beautiful scenery.

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Get There

How to arrive

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

Xiamen 17 min8 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport's international routes cover four continents, reaching 45 international destinations in 25 countries and regions. The network connects major cities in Asia, as well as key global hubs such as Paris, London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, Seattle, Sydney, and Melbourne.

Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport

Quanzhou 1 hr 20 min61 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Fuzhou Changle International Airport (FOC)

Fuzhou 3 hr 6 min226 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)

Shantou 3 hr 3 min190 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Port of Xiamen

Xiamen 40 min20 km240-Hour Transit Visa

Xiamen Port has a highly developed international shipping network, with 107 international routes connecting to 142 ports in 50 countries worldwide.