I got lost in Beihai Old Street for 3 hours, but a bowl of crab noodle soup won my heart

❤I wandered around the arcade maze of Beihai Old Street for three hours, and the navigation signal was completely swallowed by the century-old brick walls. I ran into salted fish drying on bamboo poles at the corner, an old woman squatting at the door peeling shrimp, and an orange cat dozing next to a tea stall, as if time had deliberately tripped me up. ❤Until the sour and spicy aroma hooked my clothes—three iron pots were propped up under a dilapidated sign, and the owner scooped up a spoonful of crab meat: "Little sister, have a bowl of noodles to warm your stomach?" Crab roe floated in the soup like amber stars, sour bamboo shoots teased the tip of my tongue, and chili oil was the straightforward tenderness of the people of Beihai. When I drank even the last drop of the soup, the owner laughed at me in the local dialect: "Lost? These streets and alleys are specially for curing impatient people." ❤I walked out of the alley, touching my slightly bulging stomach, and the setting sun was plating the arcade with a shrimp-paste-colored gold edge. It turns out that getting lost is the most authentic way to open up Beihai. 👉Guangxi Beihai Travel Guide: 1. Best time to visit Recommended season: October to April of the following year (mild climate, avoid typhoon season) Summer (May–September): You can swim in the sea, but pay attention to sun protection and typhoon warnings. 2. Transportation Guide How to get to Beihai Plane: Beihai Fucheng Airport has fewer direct flights. You can fly to Nanning first and then transfer to the high-speed train (1.5 hours). High-speed train: Beihai Station, Nanning to Beihai is about 1.5 hours, Guangzhou to Beihai is about 5 hours. Self-driving: Suitable for tourists from surrounding provinces, you can visit other scenic spots in Guangxi along the way. City transportation Electric bicycle rental: About CNY 50/day, suitable for urban areas and Weizhou Island. Bus/taxi: City attractions are accessible by bus, and the taxi starting price is CNY 8. 3. Recommended attractions [Beihai City] Silver Beach Features: The "No. 1 Beach in the World" has fine, soft white sand and stunning sunsets. Tips: Visit in the early morning or evening to avoid sun exposure; free admission. Beihai Old Street (Zhuhai Road) Features: Century-old arcade buildings, a retro photo spot. Recommended: Auntie Li's Shrimp Cakes and Old Road Coffee. Food: Shrimp cakes, coconut jelly, Vietnamese spring rolls. Guantouling National Forest Park Features: Mountains and sea are connected. Climb to the top to overlook the panoramic view of Beihai. The weathered reef group is suitable for taking pictures. Qiaogang Style Street Features: A gathering place for Vietnamese overseas Chinese. You must try 24 Dong Dessert Shop, Ye Ye Da Ji, and Yuexiang Xiaochu. [Weizhou Island] Notice before going to the island Ferry ticket: From CNY 150 (Beihai International Passenger Port → Weizhou Island, about 1.5 hours). Tickets: CNY 98 (including the Volcanic Geological Park). Must-see attractions Crocodile Mountain Volcano Park: Volcanic rock landform, lighthouse photography. Colorful Beach: The best spot for sunrise, colorful volcanic rocks can be seen after the tide recedes. Drip Danping/Shiluokou: Watch the sunset and play water sports (jet skis, diving). Nanwan Street: Buy and process seafood at the seafood market, and enjoy the nightlife on Bar Street. Seashell Beach: Few people and quiet, suitable for collecting shells. Small group recommendations Blue Bridge: Abandoned offshore trestle bridge, aerial photography produces great photos. Liuxia Village: Japanese-style village, Wang Yibo's photo spot. 4. Food Guide Seafood Recommended locations: Nanwan Seafood Market (Weizhou Island), Qiaogang Pier. Must-try: Spicy fried mantis shrimp with salt and pepper, steamed sandworms with garlic, spicy crab. Tips: Confirm the price unit when purchasing (by catty/piece), and choose shops with clearly marked prices. Featured snacks Shrimp cakes: Auntie Li's Shrimp Cakes (Old Street), Xinji Shrimp Cakes (Qiaogang). Dessert: 24 Dong Dessert Shop (chestnut and longan), Youjian Ice Room (mango fried ice). Crab Noodle Soup: Zhouji Crab Noodle Soup (delicious soup). Vietnamese flavor: Qiaoyue Shijia Spring Rolls, Banh Mi. 5. Accommodation recommendations Urban area: Seaside hotels near Silver Beach (such as Kaiyuan Mingdu), or B&Bs around Old Street/Qiaogang. Weizhou Island: Drip Village (near the beach), Nanwan (lively and convenient), Seashell Beach (quiet). Tips: Book 1 month in advance during peak season (Spring Festival/summer vacation). B&Bs can assist in processing seafood. 6. Itinerary reference (4 days and 3 nights) Day 1: Beihai City Silver Beach → Qiaogang Style Street → Beihai Old Street (night tour). Day 2: Weizhou Island Crocodile Mountain Volcano Park → Drip Danping Sunset → Nanwan Street Dinner. Day 3: Weizhou Island Colorful Beach Sunrise → Catholic Church → Seashell Beach → Shiluokou Water Sports. Day 4: Return trip Liuxia Village Photography → Beihai Station/Airport. 7. Precautions Sun protection and mosquito prevention: The ultraviolet rays are strong, so prepare SPF50+ sunscreen, a hat, and mosquito repellent. Avoid seafood pitfalls: Keep an eye on the weighing when purchasing, and choose restaurants with transparent processing fees. Weizhou Island ferry tickets: Pay attention to the "Lai You Ba Official Website" to purchase tickets in advance, and prepare motion sickness medicine. Weather forecast: There are more showers in the rainy season (June–August), and navigation may be suspended on typhoon days.