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Treasure Island
Parks & gardens • Shantou

Treasure Island

Free cancellation
100+ booked
€ 0.39
Retail: € 0.45
Klook Private Guangdong Tour from China (Shenzhen/Guangzhou)
Tours • From Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Foshan, Shantou

Klook Private Guangdong Tour from China (Shenzhen/Guangzhou)

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Private tour
English guided
4.2 / 5
(6) • 1K+ booked
Free
One-day tour of Nan'ao Island | Round trip from Shantou
Tours • Shantou

One-day tour of Nan'ao Island | Round trip from Shantou

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.6 / 5
(8) • 50+ booked
€ 35.15
Chao汕 private day trip | Optional Chaozhou/Shantou/Nan'ao Island
Tours • From Chaozhou

Chao汕 private day trip | Optional Chaozhou/Shantou/Nan'ao Island

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Private tour
Private group
3.7 / 5
(3)
€ 74.89
Eatwith - Explore Hidden Culinary Gems in Shantou's Old Town with a Chaozhou Master Chef
Autumn deal
Tours • Shantou

Eatwith - Explore Hidden Culinary Gems in Shantou's Old Town with a Chaozhou Master Chef

Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
€ 41.29
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One-day tour of Nan'ao Island in Shantou/Ancient City of Chaozhou (Non-heritage drama optional)
Tours • From Shantou

One-day tour of Nan'ao Island in Shantou/Ancient City of Chaozhou (Non-heritage drama optional)

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
€ 31.20
Chaozhou Old Town Private Full-Day Tour with Guide
Tours • From Shantou

Chaozhou Old Town Private Full-Day Tour with Guide

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
From
€ 80.59
Shantou & Chaozhou 4-Day Film-Themed Cultural Tour
Tours • From Shantou, Chaozhou

Shantou & Chaozhou 4-Day Film-Themed Cultural Tour

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Private tour
Private group
€ 418.09
Shenzhen Nan'ao Island & Chaoshan 3-Day Historical Exploration
Tours • From Shenzhen

Shenzhen Nan'ao Island & Chaoshan 3-Day Historical Exploration

24-hour confirmation
New Activity
From
€ 311.80
Shantou Blue Mercury Happy World
Theme parks • Shantou

Shantou Blue Mercury Happy World

Free cancellation
€ 7.60
Retail: € 7.65
8-Day Private Cultural Tour of Guangzhou, Jiangmen, and Chaoshan
Tours • From Guangzhou

8-Day Private Cultural Tour of Guangzhou, Jiangmen, and Chaoshan

48-hour confirmation
New Activity
From
€ 764.45
Chaozhou South Australia Island Small Group Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Chaozhou

Chaozhou South Australia Island Small Group Full-Day Tour

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
From
€ 53.69

Hotels in Shantou

Shantou Marriott Hotel
Hotels • Shantou

Shantou Marriott Hotel

Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(71)
From
€ 111.03
Atour X Hotel Shantou The MixC, Convention & Exhibition Center
Hotels • Shantou

Atour X Hotel Shantou The MixC, Convention & Exhibition Center

Instant confirmation
From
€ 71.78
€ 75.22
Oriental Century Hotel Shantou
Hotels • Shantou

Oriental Century Hotel Shantou

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From
€ 90
UrCove by Hyatt Shantou Hi-Tech The Mixc
Hotels • Shantou

UrCove by Hyatt Shantou Hi-Tech The Mixc

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4.5 / 5
(4)
€ 46.92
€ 47.4
Shantou Overseas Chinese Hotel
Hotels • Shantou

Shantou Overseas Chinese Hotel

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5.0 / 5
(4)
From
€ 25.67
€ 25.93
Xinhua Hotel
Hotels • Shantou

Xinhua Hotel

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From
€ 31.98
Ximen Hotel (Shantou High-Speed Railway Station Branch)
Hotels • Shantou

Ximen Hotel (Shantou High-Speed Railway Station Branch)

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From
€ 23.87
€ 24.1
ZHIYU
Hotels • Shantou

ZHIYU

Instant confirmation
€ 120.89
White Swan Hotel Shantou
Hotels • Shantou

White Swan Hotel Shantou

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€ 89.31
UrCove by Hyatt Shantou Zhugang New Town
Hotels • Shantou

UrCove by Hyatt Shantou Zhugang New Town

Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(6)
From
€ 53.13
Sheraton Shantou Hotel
Hotels • Shantou

Sheraton Shantou Hotel

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4.5 / 5
(364)
From
€ 80.9
Shantou Xijiang Holiday Hotel
Hotels • Shantou

Shantou Xijiang Holiday Hotel

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€ 27.12

Reviews of Shantou activities

Qing *********
2026-06-02 07:21:24
Fantastic 5.0
Great place, near to the high speed train station and in the longhu district where all the food and entertainment are in
LUN ******
2026-01-27 09:07:44
Fantastic 5.0
The location is perfect, right next to MixC in the downtown area. However, early in the morning, around 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., guests are very loud, and the soundproofing is terrible. Also, don't expect too much from the free late-night snack. When I went at 9:30 p.m. sharp, there wasn't even coffee available, which is laughable. There's a coffee machine, but it shows there are no coffee beans. They provide bottled water, plain porridge, and salted eggs, so I didn't even bother eating the free breakfast that came with the package. The room is normal, but the shower stall in the toilet is relatively old. Also, when checking in, they asked me to choose between the 3rd and 4th floors, so I naturally thought I'd choose a higher floor. When I went up, I realized that the 4th floor is where the restaurant and gym are located. I didn't want to go back down, so I just left it at that.
Klook User
2026-03-22 03:36:28
Fantastic 5.0
We had a fabulous day with our guide. He was so patient, kind, and helpful! I would absolutely book again next time we come back.
Guang *******
2026-05-20 11:16:03
Fantastic 5.0
My mum is teochew and 阿俊 our 师傅got along very well. We had also had 2 other very warm and friendly china companions during our trip. It was not a rushed trip and lunch recommended was fantastic. we thoroughly enjoyed the trip very much.
SOON ******
2026-05-28 05:53:14
Fantastic 5.0
Guide able transate the whole trip experience and patience. Overall was a good sight seeing with good memories

Shantou at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Shantou?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+100%
+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
+13%
Jan
-30%
Feb
-35%
Mar
Busiest +97%
Apr
+54%
May
+38%
Jun
+38%
Jul
-22%
Aug
-28%
Sep
-56% Quietest
Oct
-56%
Nov
-34%
Dec

Demand for Shantou peaks in April, about 97% above a typical month, while October is the quietest (roughly 56% lower), so travellers from Singapore should book early for April and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in October. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Shantou cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$70
$60
$50
$40
$30
Avg $45 Cheapest $31 Priciest $66
Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities in Shantou are typically cheapest in September (around USD 31), roughly 53% below the priciest month in March, so visiting in September can score lower activity prices and often aligns with quieter demand. Based on Klook booking data, September 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

6 daysLast-minute
13 daysTypical
30 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 13 days ahead, so visitors from Singapore can be moderately flexible; during the April peak consider booking earlier to secure popular activities. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Shantou

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 7.63CNY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Cooler temperatures make city exploration comfortable.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Shantou

Quick snapshot of Shantou and what draws visitors

Shantou’s Klook bookings are led by tours and wellness experiences such as massages, and demand varies through the year with clear high and low points. The city’s visitor rhythm shows a concentrated peak in April, with quieter months in autumn and late-year.

When to visit for crowds, prices and atmosphere

According to Klook booking data, April is the busiest month while October is the quietest, and demand tapers off through the autumn. Prices move independently at times: bookings tend to be cheapest in September per Klook data, while the priciest month on record was March. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, plan for September or the quieter autumn months; if you prefer peak-season atmosphere, aim for April when demand is highest. Note that price and demand don’t always match — peak demand in April does not align with the single priciest month, so pick dates based on whether crowd levels or lower prices matter more to you.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore typically book about two weeks ahead, with many finalising plans within a week of travel and some booking as late as about six days out. For short trips you can be flexible and still find options close to departure, but if you’re travelling in April it helps to plan earlier; use Klook to lock in tours and massages once your dates are set.

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