Ride an E-bike Around Pingtan for Just 48 Yuan! A Complete Guide to Chasing Blue Tears/Beachcombing/Windmill Seaside

🌊 Must-Do List (With Tips to Avoid Pitfalls) 1. Monkey Rock Island ◦ The closest point on the mainland to Taiwan (68 nautical miles), with a lighthouse and blue sea—100% photogenic! ◦ ✨Tips: Buy tickets online (30 yuan) 1 hour in advance to avoid the harsh midday sun. ◦ Personal experience: Standing on the viewing platform, the salty sea breeze made the longing for the other side suddenly feel very real. 2. Tannan Bay ◦ Free! The sand is so fine it feels like walking on clouds. You might even encounter blue tears at night (peak season from March to June). ◦ Activities: Jet skiing/wakeboarding (200-500 yuan per session). Recommended to go 1 hour before sunset for perfect lighting and photos. 3. Changjiang’ao Windmill Field ◦ Free! At sunset, the white windmills turn into a fairy tale against the orange sky. ◦ ⚠️Note: One-way traffic control starts in July. Riding an e-bike is more flexible (navigate to "Changjiang’ao Beach"). 4. "Dreaming of Pingtan" Theater ◦ An immersive performance in Tannan Bay. The 2.2 km route combines lights and sea views, making you feel like you're walking in a dream. 🚗 Transportation Tips • Getting there: Take a 40-minute high-speed train from Fuzhou to Pingtan Station. Renting an e-bike right outside the station is super convenient. • On the island: Highly recommend renting an e-bike for 48 yuan/day (200 km range!). The owner even gives you a map of hidden photo spots. • Personal test: After riding the North Route (Changjiang’ao + North Bay), the battery was still half full, and you can stop anytime for photos. • Avoid traffic: Don’t drive to Longfengtou Beach on weekends—parking is a battle. E-bikes can park right at the entrance. 🍤 Island Eats 1. A’di Seafood Stall (Tannan Bay Branch) ◦ Freshly caught and cooked. Recommended: salt-and-pepper mantis shrimp with ice-cold beer by the sea. About 80 yuan per person. 2. Shisanmei Xianshi ◦ A local favorite in the county town. Oyster omelet + fish ball soup is the classic combo. 10 yuan fills you up. 3. Pitfall alert: Be cautious with seafood stalls in tourist areas—prices are inflated by 30%+. 🏡 Where to Stay? • Best for sea views: YOOOO·Sleep by the Sea Hotel. Wake up to windmills and blue sea outside your window, lulled by the sound of waves. • Budget-friendly: Beigang Village homestays (200-300 yuan/night). Just a 1-minute walk to the beach, perfect for beachcombers. • Pro tip: Book 3 days in advance during peak season (May-August). Some homestays provide beachcombing tools. ⚡ 3-Day, 2-Night Itinerary (Under 1000 yuan per person) D1: Pingtan Station → Rent e-bike → Beigang Village (lunch) → Monkey Rock Island → Stay in Beigang D2: Changjiang’ao (sunrise) → North Bay Corridor → Tannan Bay (water fun + "Dreaming of Pingtan") D3: Longfengtou Beach (breakfast) → Haitan Ancient City → Return Final thoughts: Pingtan’s romance lies in the details—the shadow of windmills as you ride past, the extra abalone from the seafood vendor, the cheers of strangers when blue tears appear… No need for a military-style checklist here; just take it slow and enjoy~