Things to do in Haikou

This guided tour was a fantastic experience! Ms. Shan has a solid foundation of knowledge, and her explanations were vivid and easy to understand. She captivated the children by explaining the historical background and stories behind the artifacts, keeping them engaged and helping them understand and remember many key points. The pacing was excellent throughout, and she provided detailed explanations of the important exhibits. It's perfect for a family trip and highly recommended!

A city's history and culture are its most captivating aspects. Haikou's arcade buildings bear witness to the "Down to Southeast Asia" migrations that occurred four times during this period. Many Hainan families have relatives in Southeast Asia, and many people arrived in these regions during these migrations. My family, too, was caught up in this historical tide, arriving in Thailand to begin their lives of struggle. I was born and raised in these arcade buildings. They are not just newly built ancient architectural complexes; they are a living, breathing reflection of life, a testament to the ever-evolving lives of the people of Haikou. This is far more powerful than any artificial landscape!

Holiday Beach, Haikou's most beautiful beach. Having traveled from Sanya through Wanning, then Wenchang, and finally Haikou, I've seen many beautiful beaches, but Holiday Beach still surprised me with its stunning beauty. Located on the northwest coast of Haikou, it's a national 4A-level open coastal scenic area, opened in 1995. Admission is free (except for attractions). It stretches 7 kilometers (4.5 kilometers in the core section) and borders the Qiongzhou Strait to the north. It's divided into four areas: beach sunbathing, water sports, marine dining, and leisure resort. Activities include sea bathing, beach volleyball, surfing, hot springs, and sunset viewing and beach barbecues are popular. It's about 10 kilometers from the city center, accessible by taxi or bus. Parking is convenient, the sand is quite clean, and there are places to rinse your feet. The view of the blue sky, white clouds, and sea at dusk is truly beautiful.

We visited the Cloud Cave Library in the evening, which was a bit rushed, but we managed to get inside. There were many tourists there, all there to take photos. The library is built by the sea and has a very unique design. Each entrance offers a different and beautiful view, which is truly captivating. The interior of the library is also very distinctive, with different views from different vantage points. In short, visiting here was a wise and correct choice.

When we lived in Haikou, we loved visiting Wanlv Park. It's a great place for leisure and recreation, and a popular weekend getaway. Wanlv Park is located in downtown Haikou, making it very convenient to visit with numerous transportation options. The park is filled with blooming flowers and shady trees, offering opportunities to enjoy the sea view and take walks.

The park's features include: Natural landscape: With a coastline of about 1,200 meters, golden sandy beaches, coconut trees and clear water, it is one of the closest and largest bathing beaches in Haikou. Sports facilities: As a national-level sailing winter training base, it has an international sailing training and competition base, an international yacht club, a public seaside swimming pool and a water sports center, attracting many athletes and enthusiasts. Recreation facilities: The seaside dining car provides a variety of snacks, and the pedestrian viewing avenue is suitable for walking and enjoying the scenery.

The Haikou Bell Tower is near the Renmin Road Bridge and the famous Qilou Old Street. It is a famous check-in and photo-taking spot in Haikou. The Bell Tower is close to the sea and has Western architectural features. It was first built during the Republic of China period to facilitate timekeeping for trade. The current building was rebuilt in 1987 and is a cultural relic protection unit in Haikou. It is surrounded by a small square and the interior is not open. Unfortunately, there are no lights at night.

The Qiongzhou Strait is located between the Leizhou Peninsula in Guangdong Province and Hainan Island. It is about 80 kilometers long from east to west and about 29.5 kilometers wide on average from north to south. It is one of the three major straits in China. The Qiongzhou Strait is an important channel for maritime transportation between the Guangdong Sea Area and the Beibu Gulf, and is also a shortcut for maritime transportation from Guangzhou, Zhanjiang to Hainan and Guangxi.

This iconic building, located between Xixiu Beach and Holiday Beach in Haikou, is a great spot for photos on a clear day. I suspect that taking photos from across the street would be even better, as there are many wedding photoshoots nearby.

The park boasts beautiful scenery, centered around the Century Bridge, offering stunning views of Haikou Bay. The evening glow and the bridge's lights complement each other, creating a captivating scene. The park also boasts expansive lawns, lush woods, and a clear lake, creating a prime natural environment.