Maoming City Travel

Maoming, Guangdong — a beautiful coastal city on the shore of the South China Sea, boasting abundant coastal resources, profound cultural heritage of Lady Xian, renowned as China's famous lychee hometown, with both mountain-sea customs and humanistic charm.

1400+
Years of Urban History
1
Number of 5A Scenic Spots
1704
Meters (Highest Altitude - Dawu Ridge)
6.2 Million+
Permanent Population

3-Day 2-Night Coastal Culture Tour in Maoming City

Visit Lady Xian's relics, explore island customs, taste lychee hometown delicacies

Trip Duration
3 Days 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Fangji Island, Xian Tai Temple, China's First Beach, Genzi Lychee Garden, Romantic Coast
Suitable For
Coastal lovers, cultural explorers, food lovers, family with kids
Per Capita Budget
¥1000-¥2200
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Coastal Customs
Fangji Island + China's First Beach
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, take a boat to Fangji Island to experience island scenery and water sports. In the afternoon, return to visit China's First Beach to feel the long coastline and enjoy the sunset by the sea in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Fangji Island
A beautiful island in the northern part of the South China Sea, a famous diving resort in Guangdong, with clear sea water, rich marine life and various water entertainment projects.
China's First Beach
With a 12-kilometer-long coastal beach, white and soft sand, clear sea water, and complete supporting facilities, it is an ideal place for coastal leisure and vacation.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendation
  • Hotels in Dianbai Urban Area
  • Homestays around China's First Beach
  • Romantic Coast Resort Hotel
Food Recommendation
  • Dianbai Seafood Feast
  • Shuidong Mustard Greens
  • Sand Snail Congee
  • Boiled Shrimp
Travel Tips
  • Fangji Island ferry tickets need to be booked in advance
  • Strong UV rays on the island, do a good job of sun protection
  • Pay attention to safety for water sports
  • Strong winds and waves by the sea, pay attention to tide time
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Cultural Exploration
Xian Tai Temple + Lychee Hometown
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, visit Gaozhou Xian Tai Temple to learn about the history and culture of Lady Xian. In the afternoon, go to Genzi Lychee Culture Tourism Area to experience the fun of picking lychees and feel the customs of the lychee hometown.

Attraction Arrangement
Gaozhou Xian Tai Temple
First built during the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty, it is a temple commemorating Lady Xian, an outstanding female leader in Lingnan during the Southern and Northern Dynasties, with unique architectural style and profound cultural heritage.
Genzi Lychee Culture Tourism Area
The core area of China's famous lychee hometown, known as the "Lychee Hometown of the Tang Dynasty", with a long history of lychee cultivation and beautiful scenery of ten thousand mu lychee orchard.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • About 30 minutes' drive from Maoming urban area to Gaozhou
  • About 20 minutes from Gaozhou urban area to Genzi Town
  • Self-driving or chartered car is recommended
Ticket Information
  • Xian Tai Temple: ¥20
  • Genzi Lychee Culture Tourism Area: Free (additional fee for picking)
  • Datang Lychee Hometown Square: Free
Featured Experience
  • Lychee picking (best in June-July)
  • Taste lychee honey
  • Watch Lady Xian cultural performances
  • Buy lychee cultural and creative products
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Leisure Vacation
Romantic Coast + Return Trip
Itinerary Highlights

In the morning, experience coastal leisure and coconut forest customs at Romantic Coast, participate in beach activities, taste characteristic seafood at noon, and return according to the itinerary in the afternoon.

Attraction Arrangement
Romantic Coast
A coastal resort themed with "love" and "romance", featuring coconut groves and beaches, exotic architecture and complete vacation facilities, it is a holiday destination for couples.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestion
  • About 50 minutes' drive from Romantic Coast to Maoming Station
  • About 1 hour to Zhanjiang Wuchuan Airport
  • It is recommended to depart before 3 pm
Food Map
  • Huazhou Sesame Oil Chicken
  • Steamed Chicken with Water Insulation
  • Lychee Mushroom Fried Pork
  • Sugar Heart Pineapple
Souvenir Recommendation
  • Huazhou Citrus Chachiensis
  • Gaozhou Dried Lychee
  • Xinyi Sanhua Plum
  • Dianbai Seafood Dried Goods

Must-Try Food in Maoming City

Huazhou Sesame Oil Chicken

A famous specialty dish of Huazhou, Maoming. It uses local free-range chickens, with unique sesame oil dipping sauce as the soul. The chicken meat is tender and fragrant, making it one of the representatives of western Guangdong cuisine.

Gaozhou Lychee

A specialty fruit of Gaozhou, Maoming, with a wide variety of species, among which Guiwei and Nuomici are the most famous. The flesh is crystal clear, sweet and juicy, known as the "King of Lingnan Fruits".

Dianbai Seafood

Dianbai, Maoming is located on the shore of the South China Sea, with abundant types of seafood, famous for freshness. Practices such as boiled shrimp, steamed grouper, and charcoal-grilled oysters retain the original flavor of seafood.

Xinyi Huaixiang Chicken

A specialty poultry of Xinyi, Maoming, named after Huaixiang Town where it is produced. It has firm and tender meat and delicious taste, and is one of the "Four Famous Chickens" in Guangdong.

Maoming City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • May-August: Lychee ripening season, suitable for picking experience
  • October-April: Mild climate, suitable for coastal activities
  • Avoid typhoon season from June to September
Must-Experience Activities
  • Diving at Fangji Island
  • Lychee picking in Genzi
  • Cultural experience at Xian Tai Temple
  • Beach activities at Romantic Coast
  • Seafood market purchase in Dianbai
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Fangji Island ¥180 + Xian Tai Temple ¥20 ≈ ¥200
  • Accommodation: ¥300-800 per night
  • Catering: ¥200-400 per day (including seafood)
  • Transportation: About ¥150 (including ferry tickets)
  • Total: ¥1000-2200
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Best place for lychee picking? → Genzi Town and Fenjie Town, Gaozhou
  • Do I need to book accommodation on Fangji Island in advance? → It is recommended to book 3-5 days in advance during peak season
  • What are the characteristics of Lady Xian's culture? → Heroine culture, national unity spirit
  • Transportation methods in Maoming City? → Self-driving is recommended, there are shared bikes and buses in urban area