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Top things to do in Xiamen
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One-Day Tour from Xiamen to Nanjing Yunshuiyao & Yongding Gaobei Tulou Cluster (Explore World Cultural Heritage)
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(54) • 500+ booked
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US$ 69.75
Xiamen Huangdu Banquet • Immersive Palace Banquet
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(10) • 500+ booked
US$ 22.75
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US$ 18.69
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Xiamen Yunshuiyao and Tianluokeng Tulou Day Tour
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(11) • 100+ booked
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US$ 75.69
Klook China Mainland Fujian Xiamen Private Customized Tour (Xiamen)
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Private tour
Private group
(6) • 300+ booked
Free
Xiamen Old Courtyard Scenic Area Tickets & Super Large 360-degree Moving Seat Indoor Live Performance Show "Legend of Southern Fujian" Tickets
Free cancellation
(7) • 300+ booked
US$ 35.85
Retail: US$ 37.35
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Xiamen Gulangyu & Nanputuo Temple Full-Day Tour
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(35) • 200+ booked
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US$ 52.15
US$ 63.95
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Fujian Tulou & Yunshuiyao Day Tour with Chengqi Building
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(24) • 50+ booked
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US$ 60.50
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Yunshuiyao & Yongding Tulou Full-Day Cultural Heritage Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(103) • 700+ booked
US$ 61.40
Xiamen Yunshuiyao & Tianluokeng Tulou Full-Day Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
(6)
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US$ 57.55
Transport in Xiamen
One-day chartered car tour from Xiamen city to Yongding Gaobei Tulou King / Yunshuiyao Ancient Town / Tianluokeng and other Tulou scenic spots
24-hour confirmation
(223) • 300+ booked
US$ 132.09
US$ 139.05
Xiamen｜Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport Private Airport Transfer
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(254) • 1K+ booked
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US$ 11.89
Xiamen Private Car Charter
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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
(80) • 600+ booked
US$ 82.45
Retail: US$ 89.19
Private Transfer Between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster & Yun Shui Yao Ancient Town
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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
(553) • 1K+ booked
US$ 134.35
US$ 4.55
Xiamen city chartered car one-day tour
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Free cancellation
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(28)
US$ 81.55
US$ 85.85
Chartered Tour: Xiamen Surrounding One-Day Chartered Car (Zhangzhou/Quanzhou/Jinjiang/Shishi)
City transfers
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Instant confirmation
(28) • 200+ booked
US$ 109.35
Retail: US$ 119.89
US$ 123.75
US$ 130.25
Private Railway Station Transfers for Xiamen City
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Free cancellation
(25) • 200+ booked
US$ 18.29
Private Transfers Between Xiamen City and Gaobei Tulou Cluster & Chuxi Tulou Cluster
Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
(6) • 100+ booked
US$ 153.55
Retail: US$ 166.79
Chartered Tour: Xiamen City to Yongding Tulou Cluster and back
Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(37) • 200+ booked
US$ 118.75
Retail: US$ 131.15
Hotels in Xiamen
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Super 8 Hotel Premier (Xiamen Railway Station)
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Xiamen travel guide
Reviews of Xiamen activities
林 **
2026-06-26 18:39:27
I was quite excited for my first visit to a World Heritage Site on June 17th. Our tour guide that day was A-Jian. Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate, and it rained all day. Despite this, our guide was very patient, picking up and dropping off every traveler, and meticulously explained the history with a touch of humor, which kept the trip from feeling dull.
MAXINE ***
2026-06-21 01:09:42
Was a great day trip to Yunshuiyao and Tulou. The travel agency will email requesting for WeChat ID and thereafter all communications were done via WeChat. The driver and Yunshuiyao guide is the same person and we were assigned to 洪师傅. He came to pick us from our hotel at Zhongshan Pedestrian Street at 7.30am and he was very punctual. Thereafter we went to pick another 2 more groups before heading to Tulou.
Actual itinerary:
7.30am - Pick up from hotel
10am - Reached Tulou, a separate guide from the Tulou will meet the group there and explained the history of Tulou. Visited 3 Tulous and the whole walk was about 3km.
12pm - Lunch at a restaurant (meal not included)
1.30pm - Leave for Yunshuiyao
2pm to 4pm - Yunshuiyao tour
4pm - Sending the group back to their accoms
7pm - Reached Xiamen Zhongshan Pedestrain Street
Total of 6 pax and a comfortable 9 seater bus was allocated. Pleasant experience and will definitely recommend.
JANG ********
2026-08-11 07:00:35
Thank you to driver Xiao Zhang for picking us up and dropping us off on time. It was amazing to see the Tulou buildings come to life from our textbooks; there are over 30,000 of them here! Yunshuiyao was beautiful, and thanks to Xiao Zhang for helping us take photos 🤳. Highly recommend 👍👍👍
클룩 고객
2026-07-18 01:57:25
I booked this tour without realizing it was a local Chinese tour, but it was still a lot of fun. I'm Korean, and the staff took great care of me from the beginning to the end of the itinerary. I had an issue with the WeChat app, so we communicated via email, and they provided convenient pickup and drop-off near my hotel, which made traveling much easier. In fact, because it was a local tour, I got to experience a more authentic and natural side of the area. Of course, I couldn't understand most of the explanations since they were in Chinese, but the visual experience was much more enjoyable. And using a translation app made it manageable, so it wasn't too difficult to travel. Thank you for taking such good care of me!
Celine ***
2026-08-30 06:24:15
Our guide Xiao Chong was informative, engaging and caring! All in a great experience and learning journey 😊
Klook User
2026-07-19 15:04:30
Had a wonderful Tulou tour! It was well organized, enjoyable, and definitely worth joining. Our guide, Bozai (波仔), was knowledgeable, funny, and kept the journey entertaining. At Yongding Tulou, our local guide Xiao Jiang (小江) was excellent—her explanations were clear, she was caring and attentive, and she brought the history and culture to life with her lively storytelling. Thank you both for making this a memorable experience. Highly recommended!
YANG ********
2026-05-29 01:01:06
Thank you, Xiao Yan, for your service. Two days before our trip, you created a WeChat group and carefully informed us of important details and meeting points for our tour day. Although it was extremely hot on the day of the tour, you did your best to make us feel comfortable and flexibly adjusted the itinerary. It was excellent, and we will definitely choose Koolk again next time we visit Xiamen.
Klook会員
2026-09-18 08:00:20
Although we stayed at a hotel that was a bit difficult to find, we had communicated via WeChat beforehand, so they picked us up right on time in front of the hotel. The guide only spoke Chinese, but we were able to communicate perfectly using written messages on a smartphone. It was a tour we could participate in with peace of mind and enjoyment. Since there were only two of us on the tour, we essentially got to enjoy it as a private charter. The guide was also very kind, and we had a stress-free experience throughout.
HAZEL *************
2026-07-13 11:02:18
If you're interested in history, this is a must-visit destination. The place offers a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, making it perfect for exploring and appreciating its rich heritage. The beautiful views add to the charm and create a relaxing experience.
Don't miss the chance to try the local food, which is both delicious and authentic. Whether you're visiting for the history, the scenery, or the cuisine, this destination is well worth the trip and leaves you with wonderful memories.
Xiamen at a glance
Quick facts about Xiamen
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1USD = 6.67CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
MAR
Lantern Festival and Xiamen International Marathon
Recommended trip duration
3 days
What to know before visiting Xiamen
Xiamen at a glance
Xiamen’s busiest Klook bookings are for Tours, followed by Parks & gardens and Attraction passes, with Observation decks and Zoos & aquariums also popular. Demand swings through the year: Klook data show a sharp spring high in April and May and a deep lull in August. That pattern makes Xiamen a city of two rhythms — lively festival and outdoor months versus much quieter late summer. Use this to choose the trip style you want: pick lively spring months for atmosphere or quieter late-summer months for savings, based on Klook booking data.
When to visit Xiamen
April and May are Xiamen’s busiest months on Klook, with April recorded as the single peak month and demand climbing well above a typical month; August is the quietest month with demand far below a typical month. Prices move separately at times: the priciest month on Klook is September while the cheapest typical paid price appears in November. That divergence means smaller crowds and lower prices often arrive in different months — November suits travellers prioritising lower typical prices, while April–May suits those chasing peak-season atmosphere.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Busier than usual | USD 17 |
| February | Quieter than usual | USD 15 |
| March | Quieter than usual | USD 25 |
| April | Peak demand | USD 24 |
| May | Peak demand | USD 25 |
| June | Busier than usual | USD 19 |
| July | Busier than usual | USD 17 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 22 |
| September | Quieter than usual | USD 41 |
| October | Quieter than usual | USD 24 |
| November | Quieter than usual | USD 11 |
| December | Quieter than usual | USD 15 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Where to stay in Xiamen
Klook hotel booking data show Xiang'an as the most affordable district with a typical nightly rate around USD 13, while Siming and Huli sit at the top end with typical nights around USD 80. The typical gap between the cheapest and priciest districts is roughly 84%. Choosing Xiang'an tends to suit travellers prioritising a lower nightly cost and more budget flexibility; Siming or Huli suit those after centrality and higher-end hotel comfort. These contrasts come from Klook booking data and help match accommodation to your travel priorities.
Tips for travellers
Most Klook bookings are made with some planning: travellers typically lock experiences in about 9 days ahead, while early planners book around 22 days out; last-minute bookings do happen within 2 days. That means you can be flexible and often secure options a few days before travel, but during the April–May peak it pays to book earlier. Use Klook to compare typical prices and availability and reserve tickets or tours in advance for peak months to avoid disappointment, while quieter months let you decide closer to departure — based on Klook booking data.
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- 1 Xiamen Private Car Charter
- 2 One-day tour of Gulangyu Island and Fanpo Mansion in Xiamen, Fujian
- 3 Xiamen Gulangyu & Nanputuo Temple Full-Day Tour
- 4 Viewing Kinmen from the Sea
- 5 Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport Lounge Service
- 6 Xiamen Gulangyu round trip ferry ticket
- 7 Xiamen Gulangyu Island Full-Day Cultural Tour
- 8 Ferry Round Trip Ticket between Xiamen City and Gulangyu Sanqiutian Pier
- 9 Xiamen Wuyuan Bay and Gulangyu Island Full-Day Tour
- 10 Lujiang River Night Cruise in Xiamen
- 11 Impression Da Hong Pao Performance Ticket
- 12 Fujian Charming Xiamen 3-Day Fun Tour (Optional 4-diamond/5-diamond hotels + Explore "Oriental Hawaii" Gulangyu Island + Sea-viewing Sanctuary + Sailing to catch seafood and find white dolphins + Piano Island travel photography + Round trip Xiamen + Speci
- 13 Xiamen Huangdu Banquet • Immersive Palace Banquet
- 14 Xiamen Old Courtyard Scenic Area Tickets & Super Large 360-degree Moving Seat Indoor Live Performance Show "Legend of Southern Fujian" Tickets
- 15 Xiamen: Shimao Straits Tower Sightseeing Hall 55F Ticket
- 16 Xiamen Gulangyu Flower-in-Hair Travel Photography Experience (Amazing Flower-in-Hair Portrait + Optional Makeup + Optional Photographer Outdoor Shoot + Multiple Styles to Choose From)