The iconic surfing hub of China, lined with coconut groves, beachside cafes and surf clubs. Suitable for beginners and professional surfers alike, famous for youthful, laid-back beach culture.
2. Shimei Bay
Voted Hainan’s Most Beautiful Bay, with 6km soft white sand and crystal clear turquoise water. Jiajing Island, a snorkeling paradise, lies offshore. The Phoenix Nine-Mile Book House, a seaside library, is a landmark photo spot携程.
3. Shenzhou Peninsula
Known for its iconic red-and-white curved lighthouse, wide beaches, golf courses and Qiaohai Wetland Ranch, perfect for coastal drives and sunset photography.
4. Xinglong Overseas Chinese Town
Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden: Collects thousands of tropical plants, coffee, cocoa and spices.
Bali Village: Displays Southeast Asian folk customs, ethnic performances and exotic handicrafts.
Xinglong Coffee: Hainan’s signature local coffee with rich Southeast Asian roasting techniques.
5. Dongshan Ridge
Called “The First Mountain of Hainan”, famed for ancient cliff stone carvings, temples and panoramic mountain-and-sea views.
6. Other highlights
Dazhou Island (bird & marine nature reserve), Laoye Sea lagoon, Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway, Liulian Ridge Red Scenic Area.