Beihai City Travel

Guangxi Beihai - Coastal Pearl. Enjoy sunshine and beach at Silver Beach, explore volcanic landforms on Weizhou Island, experience Lingnan culture at Beihai Old Street, feel the perfect fusion of Beihai's maritime culture and historical culture.

2000+
Years of City History
4A
Scenic Area Level
China's Most Beautiful
Island Beach
1.85 Million
Population

Beihai City Three Days Two Nights Coastal Style In-depth Tour

Enjoy Silver Beach, explore Weizhou Island volcano, visit century-old old street

Trip Duration
3 days 2 nights
Main Destinations
Silver Beach, Weizhou Island, Beihai Old Street, Jinhai Bay Mangrove Forest
Suitable For
Island lovers, photography enthusiasts, culture explorers, food experience seekers
Estimated Budget per Person
¥1500-¥3000
01
City Exploration
Silver Beach + Qiaogang Style Street
Trip Highlights

Arrive in Beihai, visit Silver Beach tourist area, experience Qiaogang Style Street cuisine in the evening.

Attraction Arrangement
Silver Beach
One of China's 35 "Most Beautiful Attractions", featuring long flat beach, fine white sand, clean water temperature, soft waves, and no sharks, known as the "Number One Beach in the World".
Qiaogang Style Street
A settlement for Vietnamese returnees, gathering various Vietnamese snacks and seafood cuisine, a popular spot for Beihai nightlife.
Practical Information
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Silver Beach Resort Hotel
  • Sea View Homestay
Food Recommendations
  • Seafood Feast
  • Vietnamese Rice Rolls
  • Sweet Soup
  • Grilled Oysters
Travel Tips
  • Visit Silver Beach after 4 PM to avoid intense sun
  • Bring sun protection products
  • Taste authentic Vietnamese cuisine
02
Island Adventure
Weizhou Island Day Trip
Trip Highlights

Take a boat to Weizhou Island, visit Volcano Geological Park, experience island charm.

Attraction Arrangement
Weizhou Island
China's largest and youngest volcanic island, with lush vegetation, beautiful scenery, especially known for its unique marine erosion and deposition landforms.
Crocodile Hill Scenic Area
Core scenic area of Weizhou Island, featuring complete volcanic activity remains, including crater, sea erosion caves, sea erosion cliffs and other unique landscapes.
Practical Information
Transportation Guide
  • Need to purchase boat tickets in advance
  • Can rent electric bikes for island tour
Ticket Information
  • Weizhou Island ticket: ¥98
  • Round-trip boat ticket: ¥150
Special Experiences
  • Diving to see corals
  • Taste fresh seafood
  • Watch sunset scenery
03
Cultural Exploration
Beihai Old Street + Return Trip
Trip Highlights

Visit Beihai Old Street in the morning, buy local specialty souvenirs, return trip in the afternoon.

Attraction Arrangement
Beihai Old Street
Built in 1883, with Sino-Western fusion arcade-style buildings on both sides of the street, full of historical atmosphere, now a famous tourist commercial street.
Beibu Gulf Square
A landmark square in the center of Beihai City, featuring the "South Pearl Soul" sculpture, an important place for citizen leisure and entertainment.
Practical Information
Return Trip Suggestions
  • Reserve 3 hours to go to airport/station
  • Seafood specialties can be mailed
Special Experiences
  • Experience arcade architectural culture
  • Purchase pearl jewelry
  • Taste shrimp cakes and fish balls
Budget Reference
  • Local specialties souvenirs ¥300-¥800
  • Urban transportation about ¥100

Must-Try Foods in Beihai City

Seafood Feast

Beihai is adjacent to the Beibu Gulf, rich in seafood resources, various fish, shrimp, crab, and shellfish are fresh and delicious, a must-try cuisine when visiting Beihai.

Vietnamese Rice Rolls

Influenced by Vietnamese food culture, Beihai's rice rolls have thin skin and tender filling, served with special fish sauce, offering unique flavor.

Shrimp Cakes

Traditional snack of Beihai, made with fresh shrimp and rice flour, crispy outside and tender inside, with rich shrimp flavor.

Sweet Soup

Cantonese sweet soup is distinctive in Beihai, especially the taro sweet soup, Ching Bo Leung, etc. in Qiaogang, cooling and refreshing.

Beihai City Travel Tips
Best Travel Time
  • October-April: Pleasant climate
  • Avoid typhoon season July-September
  • Note sun protection and heat prevention in summer
Must-Experience Activities
  • Beach walk at Silver Beach
  • Diving to see corals on Weizhou Island
  • Taste Vietnamese cuisine at Qiaogang
  • Purchase pearl jewelry at Old Street
  • Taste fresh seafood feast
Budget Reference
  • Tickets: Weizhou Island ¥98 + boat ticket ¥150 ≈ ¥248
  • Accommodation: ¥500-¥1200/night
  • Dining: ¥300-¥600/day
  • Transportation: about ¥200
  • Total: ¥1500-¥3000
Frequently Asked Questions
  • How is the weather in Beihai? → Tropical monsoon climate, mild winter
  • What to bring? → Sunscreen, swimwear, sandals
  • Suitable for children? → Beach and island activities popular with kids
  • How to get to Weizhou Island? → Take boat from International Passenger Port