Follow this path to Beihai, and you'll find endless warmth and romance.
In the bitter cold winter, when the northern land is covered with ice and snow, there is a city in the southern end of the motherland that hides endless warmth and romance, that is Beihai. In winter here, the sun shines generously, the sea breeze blows gently, and every inch of the air is filled with comfort, like a dreamy winter poem, attracting countless travelers to come.
Must-visit attractions
Silver Beach:
- Address: Yintan Middle Road, Yinhai District, Beihai City.
- Tickets: Free.
- Opening hours: Open all day.
- City transportation: You can take buses such as No. 3 and No. 20, or take a taxi, which takes about 20-30 minutes and costs about 30 yuan.
- Highlights: Known as the "No. 1 Beach in the World", the beach is as delicate as silver powder and has a charming luster in the sun. The sea water is clear in winter, with few people and beautiful scenery. It is a great place to stroll, walk on the waves, and enjoy the beautiful sunset on the sea🌅
Weizhou Island:
- Address: The middle of the Beibu Gulf in Beihai City.
- Tickets: The island fee is 98 yuan (including the volcanic geological park ticket).
- Opening hours: All day.
- City transportation: Take a boat from Beihai International Passenger Terminal, the boat journey takes about 1-1.5 hours, and the boat ticket price ranges from 150-240 yuan.
- Highlights: As the youngest volcanic island in China, the unique volcanic landform has created the beautiful sunrise of Wucai Beach, the dreamy sunset of Dishui Danping, and the crystal clear sea water of Shiluokou, and there are amazing scenery everywhere.
Qiaogang Style Street:
- Address: No. 8 Sichuan Road, Yinhai District, Beihai City.
- Tickets: Free.
- Opening hours: Open all day, the most lively at night.
- City transportation: Take bus No. 5 or No. 11 to Qiaogang Beach Station; take a taxi for about 15 minutes, the cost is 15-20 yuan.
- Highlights: Full of rich Vietnamese style, Vietnamese rolls, drip coffee and other specialties are dazzling, let the taste buds start an exotic journey.
Beihai Old Street:
- Address: Zhuhai Road, Beihai City.
- Tickets: Free.
- Opening hours: Open all day.
- City transportation: Take bus No. 2 or No. 3 to Beibu Gulf Square Station, which is within walking distance; take a taxi for about 10 minutes, the cost is 10-15 yuan.
- Highlights: Built in 1883, the Chinese and Western arcade buildings are quaint and carry the historical memory of Beihai. Walking in it, it seems to travel through time and space, and you can also find many special handicrafts🎁
Jinhai Bay Mangrove Ecological Tourism Area:
- Address: About 15 kilometers southeast of Yinhai District, Beihai City.
- Ticket price: 118 yuan (including scenic spot tickets, sightseeing bus, Tanka folk performances, etc.).
- Opening hours: 08:30 - 17:30.
- City transportation: Take bus No. 18 directly from the city; taxi takes about 30 minutes and costs 40-50 yuan.
- Highlights: It has a large area of mangroves and a unique ecological landscape that is amazing. Here you can not only appreciate the mangroves and understand their ecological significance, but also watch Tanka folk performances and experience the charm of fishing culture.
Guantouling National Forest Park:
- Address: West end of Beihai City.
- Ticket price: Free.
- Opening hours: Open all day.
- City transportation: Take bus No. 6 to Guantouling National Forest Park Station; taxi takes about 20 minutes and costs 25-30 yuan.
- Highlights: Beihai's only mountain forest scenic spot, with dense forests and fresh air. Climbing to the top of the mountain, you can see the vast sea. It is a great place to watch the sea, listen to the waves, and enjoy the beautiful sunset🌄
Underwater World:
- Address: No. 27, Chating Road, Haicheng District, Beihai City.
- Ticket price: about 158 yuan.
- Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:30.
- City transportation: Take bus No. 3 or No. 9 to get there; take a taxi for about 15 minutes, the cost is 15-20 yuan.
- Highlights: You can watch various marine creatures up close, the dreamlike underwater tunnel, and the wonderful dolphin and sea lion performances. It is a wonderful ocean exploration journey🐬
Beihai Garden Expo Park:
- Address: Southeast corner of Yintan Avenue and Nanzhu Avenue, Beihai City.
- Ticket price: about 60 yuan.
- Opening hours: 09:00 - 17:00.
- Transportation in the city: Take bus No. 12 or No. 16 to get there; take a taxi for about 20 minutes and the cost is 20-30 yuan.
- Highlights: It brings together the essence of gardens and gardening from all over Guangxi, integrating natural landscapes and cultural customs. With every step, you can enjoy the unique scenery of the entire Guangxi.
Accommodation recommendation
- Near Silver Beach: If you want to get close to the sea at any time, hotels or homestays around Silver Beach are the best choice. You can step on the beach as soon as you go out, and some rooms can also have a panoramic view of the sea view.
- Near the Old Street: If you are fond of experiencing the fireworks of the city, the inns around the Old Street should not be missed. Stroll along the Old Street at night to experience the unique nightlife of Beihai.
Food recommendation
- Seafood: Beihai has rich and diverse seafood, including shrimps, crabs, shellfish, grouper, etc., with tender meat. You can go to the seafood stalls in Qiaogang Style Street or Waisha Seafood Island, select fresh ingredients, and let the store process them. Whether it is steamed, blanched or spicy fried, it can be fresh to the bone.
- Special snacks: In addition to the Vietnamese food in Qiaogang Style Street, local special snacks such as crab vermicelli, pig's trotter vermicelli, chicken rice, etc. are also not to be missed. The rich soup base is matched with fresh ingredients, and every bite is the unique taste of Beihai.
🌅The beauty of Beihai is the interweaving of sunshine and waves, and the fusion of history and modernity.
🌊Here, you can let go of your fatigue and enjoy your leisure time.
💖I believe that this winter trip to Beihai will become an unforgettable memory in your heart.
🌈I hope you can also step on this warm land and encounter your own Beihai story.