Don't go to Gulangyu with your bestie! We found this in a century-old villa

**Practical Gulangyu, Xiamen Travel Guide** Gulangyu is a romantic island in Xiamen that you must visit. It is known as the "Sea Garden". Here, you will not only find European-style architecture and artistic alleys, but also a charming coastline. This guide will help you explore Gulangyu efficiently! --- ### **[Pre-trip Preparation]** 1. **Ferry Ticket Booking**: - Purchase ferry tickets in advance via the "Xiamen Ferry+" official account (CNY 35 for a round trip). Choose the "Xiamen Dock → Sanqiutian Dock" route (20-minute voyage). It is recommended to purchase tickets 3 days in advance during peak season. - The return ferry operates 24 hours a day, so there is no need to purchase another ticket. 2. **ID**: An ID card is required and must be presented for real-name verification when boarding. 3. **Equipment**: Comfortable sneakers (no cars on the island, so you'll be walking everywhere), sunscreen, hat, and mosquito repellent. --- ### **[Must-See Attractions & Recommended Routes]** **Half-Day Highlights Tour** (for visitors with limited time): Sanqiutian Dock → Most Beautiful Corner → Organ Museum → Longtou Road Snack Street → Shuzhuang Garden → Sunlight Rock → Return to the dock. **One-Day In-Depth Tour**: Morning: Most Beautiful Corner (photo spot) → Organ Museum (8:30–17:30, CNY 15) → Longtou Road (lunch); Afternoon: Shuzhuang Garden (CNY 30, Piano Museum + sea view) → Sunlight Rock (CNY 50, climb to the top for a panoramic view of the island) → Gangzaihou Beach (sunset). **Tips**: - It is recommended to visit Sunlight Rock in the early morning or evening to avoid the scorching sun and crowds. - A combo ticket costs CNY 90 (including five major attractions). You can buy tickets for individual attractions if you only want to visit the main ones. --- ### **[Food Recommendations]** 1. **Longtou Road Snacks**: - Lin's Fish Balls (chewy shark balls), Ye's Mochi (sticky and glutinous), and Shen's Minnan Rice Noodle Roll. - Avoid: Seafood stalls in scenic areas are easy tourist traps. It is recommended to go back to Xiamen Island to eat. 2. **Coffee Shops**: Chujiayuan Coffee (old villa courtyard), Wormhole Bookstore (artistic photos). --- ### **[Accommodation Recommendations]** - **Accommodation on the Island**: Suitable for visitors who want to experience the night view and quiet mornings. It is recommended to stay in retro B&Bs such as "Lijiazhuang Hotel", but the prices are relatively high (CNY 500+). - **Accommodation on Xiamen Island**: More cost-effective, with convenient transportation near Zhongshan Road. --- ### **[Important Notes]** 1. There are no motor vehicles on the island, so pack light. 2. During holidays, the flow of people is high, so try to get on the island before 8am. 3. Anti-trap guide: Refuse "free tour guides" and do not buy roadside pearl oysters. --- The charm of Gulangyu lies in strolling slowly, wandering through the alleys and encountering old buildings, or sitting by the sea and listening to the piano. This is the right way to experience it!