- DEC - FEB19°10°
- MAR - MAY26°12°
- JUN - AUG32°23°
- SEP - NOV30°16°
Top things to do in Xiamen
Transport in Xiamen
Hotels in Xiamen
Xiamen travel guide
Reviews of Xiamen activities
Xiamen at a glance
Quick facts about Xiamen
Local weather
℉℃Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1MYR = 1.65CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
MAR
Lantern Festival and Xiamen International Marathon
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
5 hours
When departing from Kuala Lumpur
What to know before visiting Xiamen
Xiamen at a glance for travellers
Xiamen is known for a mix of experiences led by Tours, Parks & gardens and Attraction passes, with Observation decks and Zoos & aquariums also popular according to Klook booking data. Demand peaks in June and the early summer months, while October is markedly quieter, so the city cycles between lively festival and sightseeing periods and calm off-peak stretches. If you prioritise sightseeing and organised excursions, choose dates in summer; if you prefer fewer crowds and more relaxed park visits, consider the quieter months. Decide whether you want summer atmosphere or quieter streets — Klook booking data helps time it.
Best months to visit Xiamen
Demand on Klook shows a clear summer high and an autumn low: June is the single busiest month with +69% demand versus a typical month, while October is the quietest at −67%. Prices move unevenly through the year: the priciest month is January when typical prices rise, and July, September and October register some of the lowest median prices. Where demand and price align, travel in January gives peak atmosphere but higher costs; for lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for July, September or October.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | MYR 126 |
| February | About average | MYR 36 |
| March | Quieter than usual | MYR 45 |
| April | Peak demand | MYR 65 |
| May | Peak demand | MYR 36 |
| June | Peak demand | MYR 41 |
| July | Quieter than usual | MYR 36 |
| August | Quieter than usual | MYR 122 |
| September | About average | MYR 36 |
| October | Very quiet | MYR 36 |
| November | Quieter than usual | MYR 61 |
| December | Quieter than usual | MYR 61 |
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
Hotel prices on Klook vary across districts: Xiang'an is the most affordable with a typical nightly rate around MYR 53, while Siming and Huli are at the top end with typical nights around MYR 324; that gap is roughly 84% between the most affordable and priciest districts according to Klook booking data. Cheaper districts tend to suit travellers prioritising budget and longer stays, while pricier districts appeal to those wanting a more central, higher-end hotel experience. Use these typical nightly ranges on Klook to match your accommodation choice to the comfort level you want.
Tips for travellers from Malaysia
Most travellers book Xiamen experiences with some planning: bookings typically happen about 9 days ahead, and the earliest planners book up to 22 days out, based on Klook booking data for platform behaviour. That means you have moderate flexibility but should lock in must-do tours and peak-period activities earlier, especially in June and January when demand is higher. For quieter months you can be more flexible and often find lower median prices. Book on Klook to compare typical prices and secure spots, and consider reserving the handful of experiences you really want before peak months fill up.
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Top destinations
Top Activities and Tours
- 1 Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport Lounge Service
- 2 Xiamen Gulangyu Island Full-Day Cultural Tour
- 3 Xiamen Gulangyu round trip ferry ticket
- 4 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
- 5 Xiamen Kinmen Island 1.5-Hour Cruise Experience
- 6 Xiamen Gulangyu & Sunlight Rock Full-Day Tour (with afternoon tea)
- 7 Xiamen Huangdu Banquet • Immersive Palace Banquet
- 8 Xiamen Gulangyu Private Half-Day Tour
- 9 4-Day Literary and Artistic Tour of Xiamen
- 10 Klook China Mainland Fujian Xiamen Private Customized Tour (Xiamen)
- 11 One-day tour of Quanzhou surrounding areas from Xiamen
- 12 Xiamen to Jinjiang round-trip private car day tour
- 13 Yujian • Sea Parlor
- 14 Xiamen Private Car Charter
- 15 Impression Da Hong Pao Performance Ticket
- 16 Xiamen Wuyuan Bay and Gulangyu Island Full-Day Tour
- 17 One-day tour of Gulangyu Island and Fanpo Mansion in Xiamen, Fujian
- 18 Lujiang River Night Cruise in Xiamen
- 19 Chartered Tour: Xiamen City to Yongding Tulou Cluster and back
- 20 Chartered Tour: Xiamen Surrounding One-Day Chartered Car (Zhangzhou/Quanzhou/Jinjiang/Shishi)
Popular Hotels and Places to Stay
- 1 Hotel Indigo Xiamen Harbour by IHG
- 2 ANDAZ XIAMEN, BY HYATT
- 3 Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
- 4 MELODY OF SEA HOTEL
- 5 Novotel Xiamen Downtown
- 6 Atour Light Hotel Xiamen Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street Zhenhai Road Subway Station
- 7 Swiss Grand Xiamen
- 8 Holiday Inn Express Xiamen Jimei New Town by IHG
- 9 Waldorf Astoria Xiamen
- 10 HanTing Premium Hotel (Xiamen Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street)
- 11 Niaodao Seaview Hostel
- 12 Xiamen Yong Li Da Garden Hotel
- 13 JI Hotel (Xiamen Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street Zhenhai Road Metro Station)
