Coastal Haicheng · Integration of Ancient and Modern

Haicheng District of Beihai — the core area where marine culture integrates with a modern new city. The 2-day 1-night itinerary includes visiting Beihai Old Street, exploring Beihai Underwater World, experiencing coastal scenery, and feeling the perfect combination of Beihai's marine culture, historical heritage and modern development.

Beihai Old Street
Historical Culture
Underwater World
Marine Science Popularization
Seaside Park
Coastal Leisure
Waisha Island
Seafood Cuisine
Historical Block of Beihai Old Street in Haicheng District, Beihai
Scenery of Beihai Old Street in Haicheng District
Historical block integrating Chinese and Western architecture with marine culture in Beihai Old Street

2-Day 1-Night Coastal Culture Tour of Haicheng District

Old Street Exploration + Marine Experience + Coastal Leisure, Experience the diverse charm of Haicheng

Trip Duration
2 Days 1 Night
Main Destinations
Beihai Old Street, Underwater World, Seaside Park, Waisha Island
Suitable For
Culture Lovers, Marine Enthusiasts, Family Travelers, Food Lovers
Per Capita Budget
¥400-¥800
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Cultural Marine Tour
Historical Block and Marine World
Trip Highlights

All-day cultural and marine experience

Attraction Arrangement
Beihai Old Street
A historical and cultural block built in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, with well-preserved Chinese and Western combined arcade buildings, gathering the characteristics of Beihai's traditional commercial culture and marine culture.
Beihai Underwater World
A large-scale oceanarium integrating marine life exhibition, science popularization education, entertainment and leisure, with rich marine biological resources and advanced display facilities.
Waisha Island
A famous seafood cuisine island in Beihai, gathering numerous seafood restaurants and characteristic eateries, it is the best place to taste Beihai's seafood.
Practical Information
Travel Tips
  • Pay attention to sun protection when visiting the Old Street
  • Buy tickets in advance for Underwater World
  • Clarify prices before consuming seafood
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Characteristic Inns in Old Street
  • Coastal Resort Hotels
  • Urban Business Hotels
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Coastal Leisure Tour
Coastal Scenery and Urban Experience
Trip Highlights

All-day coastal leisure experience

Attraction Arrangement
Seaside Park
The largest coastal park in Beihai's urban area, with beautiful coastal scenery and complete leisure facilities, it is an important place for citizens' leisure and entertainment and tourists' sightseeing.
Beihai Museum
A comprehensive museum displaying Beihai's historical culture and marine civilization, with rich collections, it is an important window to understand Beihai's historical culture.
Beibu Gulf Square
A landmark square in the center of Beihai City, with complete commercial facilities around, it is an ideal place to experience Beihai's modern urban life, shopping and entertainment.
Practical Information
Characteristic Experiences
  • Old Street Cultural Exploration
  • Marine Life Viewing
  • Coastal Leisure Walk
  • Seafood Tasting
Return Suggestions
  • Buy Beihai seafood products
  • Taste characteristic snacks
  • Pay attention to the closing time of each attraction
  • Reserve sufficient time for return trip

Must-Try Foods in Haicheng District

Beihai Seafood Noodles

Characteristic seafood rice noodles in Haicheng District, made with fresh seafood and high-quality rice noodles, the soup is delicious and the seafood is abundant, which is a daily food for local people.

Shrimp Cakes

Traditional snacks in Beihai, made with fresh shrimps and rice noodles as the main raw materials, crispy outside and tender inside, with a strong shrimp flavor, it is a popular snack on the streets and alleys.

Grilled Oysters

Characteristic seafood barbecue in Beihai, selected fresh local oysters, grilled with garlic and other seasonings, fresh and juicy, deeply loved by tourists.

Syrup Dessert

Traditional dessert in Beihai, boiled with various beans, preserved fruits and syrup, sweet but not cloying, with the effect of clearing heat and relieving summer heat.

Travel Tips for Haicheng District
Best Season
  • October-December: Pleasant autumn climate
  • March-May: Fat seafood in spring
  • Summer: Pay attention to heatstroke prevention and sun protection
  • Winter: Warm climate suitable for avoiding cold
Travel Suggestions
  • It is recommended to walk when visiting the Old Street
  • Underwater World is suitable for parent-child travel
  • Seaside Park is suitable for walking in the evening
  • Arrange seafood catering reasonably
Practical Information
  • Tickets are required to enter Underwater World
  • The museum is closed on Mondays
  • Pay attention to prices when consuming seafood
  • Pay attention to the opening hours of each attraction
Transportation Guide
  • Haicheng District is located in the center of Beihai City
  • Multiple bus routes to reach various attractions
  • Taxis and online car-hailing are convenient
  • It is recommended to walk or take a car between attractions

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