Things to do in Xiamen

What to expect in Xiamen

This Things to Do catalogue is led by Tours, followed by Parks & gardens, Attraction passes, Observation decks and Zoos & aquariums, so you’ll find everything from guided city experiences to easy outdoor and family options. That spread means travellers can mix low-cost outdoor visits with higher-end guided tours depending on mood and budget. Demand peaks in July, and the quietest month is November, which affects how busy attractions feel and how early you should plan to secure popular time slots. Overall, July sees the heaviest bookings while November is noticeably quieter.

Choosing the right experience to book

The main decision is whether you want the widest range of options or the simplest, most affordable choices: Tours offer the widest spread with an entry-level price of SGD 53 and an upper-end typical around SGD 77, so they suit travellers who want either budget or premium guided options. Parks & gardens are the most affordable way in, with a tight price band around SGD 22, making them a good fill-in for low-cost outdoor time when you don’t want to spend much.

If you’re comparing mid-range options, Attraction passes and Zoos & aquariums sit between the extremes; Attraction passes show a typical price of SGD 54, while Zoos & aquariums are typically around SGD 51, so shopping around here can change what’s included more than the headline price. Observation decks are narrowly priced near SGD 31, so there’s less to gain by hunting for a lower price there.

When travellers from Singapore book

Most travellers book about 9 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 22 days out, so plan on roughly one to two weeks ahead for many activities. If you’re travelling in the busiest month of July, that cushion matters most — consider booking earlier in that period. Last-minute bookers do still appear, with many purchases coming within 2 days of the activity.

How Xiamen activities compare on price

The table below shows how the city’s top categories compare on typical price and usual booking range, so you can place a budget before choosing.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.