The perfect winter getaway! A complete guide to a 4-day, 3-night healing trip to artistic Xiamen.

Freezing cold but still want to have an artsy winter? Xiamen is definitely your top choice! 20-degree sunshine, a sea of ​​jelly-like seascapes, quaint shops, and delicious Minnan cuisine... this is a paradise for slow living! ✨ 【Basic Information】 📍 Location: Xiamen City, Fujian Province 🚗 Transportation: Super convenient with direct flights/high-speed rail, and the city's BRT and subway systems take you anywhere! ⏰ Recommended Season: Suitable all year round! Especially comfortable in winter (December-February) 【My 4-Day, 3-Night Artsy Travel Map】 Day 1️⃣: Arrive and start your vacation ➡️ Check into a popular guesthouse in Zengcuo'an ➡️ Chase the sunset by bike along the Ring Road 🚴 Day 2️⃣: A day trip to Gulangyu Island (must-see corners 👉 Shuzhuang Garden is breathtaking 👉 Panoramic view from Sunlight Rock) Day 3️⃣: A leisurely stroll through Shapowei (the Art West District is incredibly photogenic) ➡️ Xiamen University × Nanputuo Temple (a perfect blend of academic and Buddhist atmosphere) Day 4️⃣: Take stunning photos at Jimei University Village (Dragon Boat Pool + Jiageng Architecture) ➡️ Head home with lots of memories 【A dreamlike experience you must revisit】1️⃣ Gulangyu's "most beautiful corner" deserves to be the star! 🏆 A car-free island, red-brick villas, bougainvillea, and lazy cats... it's like finding love around every corner! Every snapshot is an artistic masterpiece. 📸 2️⃣ Cycling along the Island Ring Road is a dream come true! 🚴 Cycle along the "most beautiful marathon route," feel the sea breeze, and watch the sunset... isn't this a scene from an idol drama?! We recommend going in the evening; the Orange Sea is breathtakingly beautiful. 🌅 3️⃣ Shapo is an amazing blend of old and new! 🤯 Half is a historic fishing port, the other half is a trendy hotspot! Surprises await around every corner; a must-visit for artsy types! 4️⃣ The Eighth Market is bursting with vibrant energy! 🔥 A foodie's paradise! Freshly caught seafood + traditional snacks... eat your fill for 50 RMB per person, but remember to come on an empty stomach! 🦞 【Tips from Experienced Visitors】 ⚠️ Book your Gulangyu Island ferry tickets at least 3 days in advance! They're incredibly hard to get during holidays. ⚠️ Visiting Xiamen University requires booking 1-3 days in advance! Don't make a wasted trip! ⚠️ For seafood, go to the Eighth Market! Those soliciting customers on the street are scammers. ⚠️ Here's a recommended food list: Satay Noodles → Oyster Omelet → Peanut Soup → Braised Pork Rice Dumplings... Bring a 256GB stomach! The bougainvillea by the red brick wall is in full bloom, and the artsy little shops around the corner hold hidden surprises... This is the charm of Xiamen! Sisters, hurry up and go! 💃