Beihai

北海|IslandBeachesGuangxi

At a Glance

Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Oct-Apr for cooler coastal walks; clear calm-weather days for Weizhou Island ferries and sea views
Climate
Humid subtropical coastal Guangxi climate with hot wet summers, mild winters, strong sun, sea breeze, and ferry-sensitive island weather

Top Attractions

01City Guide

Weizhou Island

涠洲岛

All Ages

Admission

Ferry tickets commonly start from CNY 150 one way; Weizhou Island entry ticket is CNY 98.

Typical Visit

1-2 nights recommended; same-day trips are rushed

02City Guide

Crocodile Mountain Scenic Area

鳄鱼山景区

All Ages

Admission

Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket; sightseeing vehicle commonly costs around CNY 20 one way.

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

03City Guide

Dishui Danping

滴水丹屏

All Ages

Admission

Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours

04City Guide

Wucai Beach

五彩滩

All Ages

Admission

Included in the CNY 98 Weizhou Island entry ticket; shuttle to the viewing area commonly costs around CNY 10.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours

05City Guide

Shiluokou Beach

石螺口海滩

All Ages

Admission

Free beach access after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours; longer if waiting for sunset

06Built Heritage

Shengtang Catholic Church

涠洲盛塘天主教堂

All Ages

Admission

Usually no separate main ticket after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.

Typical Visit

45-60 minutes; 1-2 hours with photos or a village meal

07City Guide

Shell Beach

贝壳沙滩

All Ages

Admission

Free beach access after entering Weizhou Island; the island entry ticket is CNY 98.

Typical Visit

45 minutes-1.5 hours

08City Guide

Beihai Silver Beach

北海银滩

All Ages

Admission

Free entry; beach services, water activities, lockers, carts, umbrellas, chairs, foot-wash areas, and parking may cost extra.

Typical Visit

1.5-3 hours

09Built Heritage

Beihai Old Street

北海老街

All Ages

Admission

Free to walk; some exhibitions, package tickets, or commercial experiences may charge separately.

Typical Visit

1-3 hours

10City Guide

Qiaogang Style Street

侨港风情街

All Ages

Admission

Free to walk; food, seafood, drinks, and parking are paid separately.

Typical Visit

1.5-3 hours

11City Guide

Beihai Golden Bay Mangrove

北海金海湾红树林

All Ages

Admission

Ticket options commonly include entrance plus sightseeing vehicle; online listings are often around CNY 70-90.

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

12City Guide

Guantouling Beach

冠头岭海滩

All Ages

Admission

Free beach access in general; parking, showers, storage, village services, and small facilities may charge separately.

Typical Visit

1.5-3 hours

13City Guide

Beihai Underwater World

北海海底世界

All Ages

Admission

Adult tickets are usually above CNY 160; child, senior, student, and other concession tickets depend on booking-page and ID rules.

Typical Visit

3-4 hours

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