Xiang'an District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Nanputuo Temple
One of Xiamen's most important Buddhist temples, this complex is home to fine artwork and lovely natural scenery.
Gulangyu
You can take time to visit Gulangyu during your travels to Xiamen. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's mountain views.
Wanshi Botanical Garden
This enormous green space encompasses a number of rare botanical zones and interesting cultural sites.
Hulishan Cannon Fort
Home to one of the world’s oldest ancient cannons, this military site once played an important role in China’s defense.
Xiamen Lvtang Xiangshan Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Xiamen Lvtang Xiangshan Mountain during your travels in Xiamen. Take in the musical theatre and mountain views in the area.
Wutong Passenger Wharf
Explore the waterfront in Xiamen with a trip to Wutong Passenger Wharf. Wander the lakeside and gardens in the area.
Activities
Xiamen Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag)
Xiamen Half-Day Private Tour include Gulang Yu Island and Garden
Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch
4-hour Xiamen Private Flexible Tour in Your Way
Xiamen Private Customized Day Tour with Old and New Highlights
Our pick of the best Xiang'an District Hotel Deals
Yihohotel Xiang'An Xiamen
Reviewed on 4 Oct. 2019
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025
Langham Place Xiamen
Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025
Swiss Grand Xiamen
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Conrad Xiamen
Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2024
Millennium Harbourview Hotel Xiamen
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Xiang'an District
Tong'an District
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Tong'an District. You might want to make time for a stop at Tong'an Museum or Xiamen Twelve Dragons Lake.
Huli District
You might enjoy the gardens while in Huli District. Wuyuanwan Wetland Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Andou Station or Banshang Subway Station to see more of the city.
Hecuo
While there might not be top attractions in Hecuo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wuyuanwan Wetland Park and Wutong Passenger Wharf.
Jimei District
The gardens and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Jimei District. Jimei Cultural Arts Center and Xiamen Yuanbo Garden are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Jimei Software Park Station or Jimei Boulevard Station to get around the larger area.
Siming District
Get to know Siming District and its many features like its mountain views and museums. You might want to explore sights like Xiamen Botanical Garden and Wanshi Botanical Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Xiamen Station or Shangli Xincun Station to get around the city.
Haicang
The museums and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Haicang. Xiamen Tianzhu Mountain Tourism Scenic Spot and Riyuegu Aquatic Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinyang Avenue Station or Dongyao Station to get around the larger area.