The notebook of Haikou
Find your own path in the movement.
Hainan's tropical capital, Haikou mixes streets with arcades, volcanic craters and long walks in front of Qiongzhou Strait.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 6 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Possible without car depending on area
Metropolis area · City · Coast · Heritage
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Haikou
Hainan's tropical capital, Haikou mixes streets with arcades, volcanic craters and long walks in front of Qiongzhou Strait.
The discovery of Haikou revolves around Old Qilo Streets, Shishan Volcanic Park and Temple of the Five Lords. The stay thus alternates between the big city, urban life, the coastline and the heritage, which gives a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 3 to 6 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. The trip can be organised without a car if the drop point and local connections are selected in advance. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Old Qilou Streets
- Shishan Volcanic Park
- Temple of the Five Lords
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Place indismissible
Old Qilou Streets
Commercial arcades with Métis facades recall the maritime exchanges of the early 20th century. Collections and remains take time to go beyond a mere photographic stop; a visit to the site helps to understand their regional historical context.
Place indismissible
Shishan Volcanic Park
Craters, lava tunnels and stone villages occupy a volcanic field to the west of the city. Distances, weather and access conditions must be checked prior to departure; water, adapted footwear and hourly margins remain useful outside the cities.
Temple
Temple of the Five Lords
The sanctuary commemorates officials exiled on the island during the dynasties. The place remains culturally sensitive and discovers itself with discretion, without hindering local practices; hours, outfit and photographic rules are to be checked on the spot.
Beach
Plage de l'Ouest
A long coastal strip and parks border the western districts of the capital. Season, wind and water levels greatly alter the experience; fragile banks and possible local restrictions must also be respected.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
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