Xiamen Travel Guide

Xiamen is a charming “Garden on the Sea,” blending the elegance of a coastal city with the warmth of a hometown for overseas Chinese, the rich customs of Fujian and Taiwan, and the allure of seaside cuisine and exotic architecture. Known for its spring-like climate year-round, Xiamen is one of China’s most environmentally friendly cities, with fresh air and a pristine ecosystem. The city is home to thousands of egrets, which have become a unique part of its natural landscape. Due to its shape resembling an egret, Xiamen is also affectionately called “Egret Island.”

Autumn (September to November) is the best time to visit for tea enthusiasts, as it is the prime season for tea harvesting and tasting. The Mid-Autumn Festival, with its family reunions and lively “Bo Bing” tradition, adds to the festive atmosphere, while the city’s vibrant phoenix flowers, Xiamen’s city flower, adorn the streets with their fiery red blooms. Winter (December to April) is mild and ideal for seaside vacations, though prices for accommodation and dining tend to rise during the busy Chinese New Year period.