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Xiamen is a scenic, family-friendly neighbourhood with convenient options for restaurants. The neighbourhood's friendly people and college atmosphere are just a couple of its charming qualities. Take in the natural beauty of the beaches, lake, and island views—or broaden your horizons with some local art and musical theatre. Start by booking your hotel in Xiamen, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Xiamen area.

Sightseeing around Xiamen

Some top local attractions include the museums, temples, and university. At Xiamen Olympic Museum, XiaMen GuiHua ZhanLanGuan, and Xiamen Science Museum, you'll learn about local culture. Chenhuacheng Tomb, Haicang Bridge, and Marathon Group Portrait Sculpture are well-known local landmarks. Take a tour of Xiamen University and Jimei School Village and immerse yourself in the collegiate life. Hours of family fun are waiting at Xiamen Kuailegu Water Park, Taiwan Folk Village, and Garden Expo on Water.

There's plenty to do in the area, such as shopping, kitesurfing, and sailing. Soak up some sun at Xiamen Guanyinshan Sand Sculpture Cultural Park. You'll find the great outdoors at parks like Zhong Lun Park, Jiangtou Park, and Zhonglun Park. If retail therapy is on the agenda, you might consider a shopping trip to SM City Xiamen. Dongdu Wharf, Xiamen-Gulangyu Island Terminal, or Xiamen Kaige Golf Course will provide yet another welcomed diversion.

A couple of the most popular attractions in the area are Wanshi Botanical Garden and Nanputuo Temple. You can also head to Xiamen Museum, Xianyue Park, and Xiamen Nanhu Park.

Getting around Xiamen

You can journey across the water to another shore by taking a ferry.

Xiamen (XMN-Xiamen Intl.) is the closest major airport, 5.3 km (3.3 miles) from Xiamen. You can also fly in and out of Quanzhou (JJN-Jinjiang), which is located 57 km (35.4 miles) away.