Pingtan

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At a Glance

Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Apr-Jun for a better chance of Blue Tears; cooler months are more comfortable for longer coastal walks
Climate
Humid subtropical coastal climate with strong wind, sun, rain, and weather-sensitive coastal routes

Top Attractions

01City Guide

Pingtan Island

平潭岛

All Ages

Admission

Most beaches and coastal roads are free; core attractions and sightseeing buses are charged separately.

Typical Visit

2 days for a first visit; 3 days allows more flexibility for weather, tides, and Blue Tears conditions.

02City Guide

Xianren Well

仙人井

All Ages

Admission

CNY 33-35 for adults; students may pay half price. The shuttle is CNY 8 one way or CNY 16 round trip.

Typical Visit

About 1 hour for the short route; 1.5-2 hours for Xianren Peak and the northern walking trail.

03City Guide

68 Nautical Miles Scenic Area

68海里景区

All Ages

Admission

CNY 68 adult reference; the sightseeing bus is CNY 10 one way or CNY 20 round trip; student discounts may apply.

Typical Visit

1-1.5 hours for a quick landmark route; 2-3 hours for all three island sections.

04City Guide

Houyan Island

猴研岛

All Ages

Admission

Uses the 68 Nautical Miles Scenic Area ticket: CNY 68 adult reference; the sightseeing bus is CNY 10 one way or CNY 20 round trip.

Typical Visit

1-1.5 hours for the Houyan core section; 2-3 hours or more for the full three-island route.

05City Guide

Longwangtou Beach

龙王头沙滩

All Ages

Admission

The public beach is free; water activities, foot washing, chairs, shade structures, and other services cost extra.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours for sunrise and a walk; half a day with water activities, the boardwalk, and beach rest.

06City Guide

Tannan Bay

坛南湾

All Ages

Admission

The public coast is free; the sightseeing bus commonly costs CNY 15-20 per person, and chairs, umbrellas, activities, food, and other facilities cost extra.

Typical Visit

About 2 hours for Tianmeiao; half a day for three sections; a full day for a slower route with rest time.

07City Guide

Changjiang'ao Beach

长江澳沙滩

All Ages

Admission

The public beach is free; beach carts, loungers, umbrellas, water activities, and other facilities cost extra.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours for sunset; half a day for beachcombing, the wind-turbine road, and the beach.

08City Guide

Jiangjun Mountain

将军山

Adults Focused

Admission

CNY 19-20 daytime adult reference; the sightseeing bus commonly costs CNY 10 per person; the nighttime light show is sold separately.

Typical Visit

About 1 hour for a short route; 2.5-3 hours for the adventure route; nighttime viewing is a separate session.

09Built Heritage

Beigang Village

北港村

All Ages

Admission

The village and public roads are free; workshops, shops, and activities charge or operate separately.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours for a quick walk; about 3 hours for a first visit; add separate time for crafts or an overnight stay.

10City Guide

Northern Ecological Corridor

北部生态廊道

All Ages

Admission

The public corridor is free; the sightseeing bus between F1-F5 commonly costs CNY 30 per person.

Typical Visit

1.5-3 hours for the main stations; allow half a day when combining it with Beigang Village or Changjiang'ao.

11Food District

Haitan Ancient City

海坛古城

All Ages

Admission

Public streets are free; individual projects such as Guai Street, Xihai Park, and the Haitan Coastal Defense Museum commonly reference CNY 60, CNY 150, and CNY 40.

Typical Visit

1-1.5 hours for a quick walk; 2-3 hours for a first visit; stay into the evening for lights and confirmed programs.

12City Guide

Longfengtou Beach

龙凤头海滩

All Ages

Admission

The public beach is free; water activities, foot washing, chairs, and other facilities cost extra.

Typical Visit

1-2 hours for sunrise and a short walk; half a day for beach activities and the boardwalk.

13City Guide

Jingsha Black Hole

镜沙黑洞

Adults Focused

Admission

The beach and outer viewpoints are free; entering the cave depends on a safe low-tide window.

Typical Visit

0.5-1 hour for the outer route; 1.5-2 hours for the low-tide cave and hilltop viewpoint route.

14Nature Escape

Pingtan Blue Tears Viewing Points

平潭蓝眼泪观赏点

Adults Focused

Admission

Public beaches and coastal viewing areas are free; paid transport or guiding services are separate and cannot control whether Blue Tears appear.

Typical Visit

Plan an evening with a sunset stop and a flexible observation period after 20:00; end remote coastal activity before 01:00.