Explore Beihai in 24 hours! From the "Number One Beach in the World" to delicious food

Explore Beihai in 24 Hours! From "The First Beach Under Heaven" to the Food Street, Here's a One-Day Itinerary for You! ✨ Still wondering what to do in Beihai? One day not enough? Local bloggers have personally tested this essential route from sunrise to sunset, allowing you to easily capture the essence of Silver Beach, Old Street, and Qiaogang, and eat until you're stuffed! Save this and get ready to go! ☀️ Beihai One-Day Itinerary - Essential Route Morning: Experience the Fine White Sand at "The First Beach Under Heaven" · Beihai Silver Beach: Your first stop must be "The First Beach Under Heaven." The sand here is high-quality quartz sand, fine and white. Walking barefoot on it feels like a foot massage—super therapeutic. Mornings are less crowded, and the soft lighting is perfect for taking photos! Remember to bring sunscreen. Midday: Explore the Century-Old Street and Find the Local Charm · Beihai Old Street: Take a taxi or bike from Silver Beach to this nearly 200-year-old arcade street. The streets are lined with arcade buildings that blend Chinese and Western styles, their weathered walls telling a story. There's no overly commercialized hustle and bustle here; instead, you'll find a more authentic local atmosphere. Nearby, there's a local hole-in-the-wall restaurant called Zhenji; to avoid disappointment, just buy the food and nothing else. Afternoon: Visit an artsy village or a trendy park (choose one) · Option A (Artsy): Liuxia Village. A 300-year-old fishing village nestled between mountains and the sea, now transformed into an artsy hotspot; every snapshot is a masterpiece. · Option B (Trendy): Asaka Art Park. A hidden gem near Silver Beach, its art installations are full of design and fantasy, like stepping into a seaside utopia—also incredibly photogenic. Evening: Head to a stunning seaside sunset · Guantouling, Zixia Bay: A perfect spot for watching the sunset on the west side of Beihai city. Climb to the main peak, Wanglou Ridge, and overlook the sea-eroded reefs and the sea dyed golden-red by the sunset – the romance is off the charts! Evening (Optional Upgrade): Maritime Silk Road First Port Night Cruise and Fireworks If you have the energy, we highly recommend heading to the Maritime Silk Road First Port in the evening. The exotic-style streets here are perfect for photos, and at night there's a spectacular live sea performance and fireworks show. The moment the fireworks burst across the sea is definitely the highlight of the day! We suggest checking the show times in advance. 🦐 Beihai Food: Eat Your Way Through the Dining Experience Beihai's charm lies half in the sea and half in its food! 📍 Must-Eat Location: Qiaogang Street Beihai's most famous food street, brimming with Southeast Asian flair. Many Vietnamese expatriates live here, so the Vietnamese snacks are particularly authentic. 🍽️ Food List: · Vietnamese Flavors: Must-try Vietnamese rice noodle rolls and Qiaogang stir-fried snails. The rice noodle rolls have thin wrappers and generous fillings, and the stir-fried snails are bursting with wok hei (wok aroma). • Local Snacks: • Shrimp Cakes: A Beihai intangible cultural heritage food, sold in the Old Street and Qiaogang area, crispy and fragrant. • Crab Roe Rice Noodles: A local specialty with a sweet and savory broth. • Sweet Soup: After your meal, head to a long-established sweet soup shop and order a bowl of shaved ice or coconut sago pudding for a refreshing and cleansing experience. • Seafood Feast: For your main meal, choose a local seafood stall or restaurant. Try steamed seafood, cooked in the simplest way to preserve the original sweetness of the sea. Avoid taxis that offer special deals; buy your seafood at the market and have it cooked at a restaurant. 💡 Travel Tips • Transportation: Getting around the city is easy with taxis, electric scooters, or shared bicycles. • Accommodation: For convenient beach views, consider guesthouses near Silver Beach, within walking distance. A day in Beihai can be a leisurely stroll on the beach, a nostalgic exploration of the old streets, a delightful meal, or a romantic sunset with fireworks. This guide strings together the most classic experiences for you. Grab it and come experience the diverse charm of this coastal city! Do you have any hidden gems or culinary gems in Beihai that you'd like to share? Feel free to share them in the comments! 💬 Beihai Tourism