Major city · China
Liu'ao
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Liu'ao for beaches, the Old Fortress and wind‑hill hikes; stay overnight only if you need a quiet base.
Liu'ao is a windswept peninsula in southern Fujian with sandy east‑coast beaches, a modest Ming‑era fortress, and forested hills dotted with wind turbines. The sights are close together, so a day visit covers the highlights; overnight stays suit travelers who prefer a relaxed pace or need a base for nearby tulou trips.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CNY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov (warm water, less wind)
- avoid Jun–Aug (typhoon risk, strong winds)
- Airport
- XMN
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 7
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- China ↗Most nationalities need a visa, a unilateral visa-free entry (the list and end dates change) or the transit exemption below. Confirm your route on the official sites before you buy a ticket.
- China ↗Transit stay without a visa: up to 240 hours (10 days) for citizens of about 55 listed countries who pass through China to a third country or region, with a confirmed onward ticket and a stay inside the permitted area (Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei count as one area). It replaced the 144-hour rule in December 2024, which some older pages still quote. Use the transit lane at immigration, show the onward ticket, and check the current nationality list. Hong Kong and Macau count as separate regions; check whether your ticket qualifies.
- China ↗Foreign visitors must register their address with the police within 24 hours; hotels do it at check-in with your passport. Carry the original passport at all times: hotels, trains, museums, Tiananmen Square and police checks ask for it.
- China ↗Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a foreign card before you fly. QR payment is the default in shops, taxis and many stalls, and some places refuse cash or a foreign card. Carry cash as a backup.
- China ↗Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and many news sites are blocked. Use an eSIM with roaming (it routes through your home network) or install and test a VPN before you fly; VPN sites and app stores are hard to reach inside China, and only government-approved VPNs are officially permitted.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Liu'ao110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Liu'ao, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Alipay and WeChat Pay accept Visa, Mastercard, JCB and Amex cards; single payments over ¥200 (≈ US$30) carry a fee of about 3% on a foreign card (smaller ones…China-wide
- SIM or eSIMA roaming eSIM from outside China routes traffic through its home network, so Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work without a VPN — the simplest setup.China-wide
- Tap waterNot for drinking from the tap; bottled water ¥2–5 (≈ under US$1), and kettles and free bottles in hotel rooms.China-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; upmarket hotels add 10–15% service.China-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/I. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.China-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; heed strong winds, occasional typhoons, and keep belongings secure.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are frequent and free; squat toilets outside hotels and malls.China-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums and palaces close on Mondays; the Forbidden City too (outside holidays).China-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckXMN Xiamen Gaoqi International (about 70 km (43 mi) north; bus or car to Liu'ao takes ~1.5 h (check)).XMN Xiamen Gaoqi International (about 43 mi (70 km) north; bus or car to Liu'ao takes ~1.5 h (check)).
- Getting aroundCounty Route X523 runs the peninsula’s spine; regular buses from Zhangpu County seat (≈30 min) and occasional services from Zhangzhou and Xiamen.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- XMN Xiamen Gaoqi International (about 70 km (43 mi) north; bus or car to Liu'ao takes ~1.5 h (check))XMN Xiamen Gaoqi International (about 43 mi (70 km) north; bus or car to Liu'ao takes ~1.5 h (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Dec (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Liu'ao: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Dec
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
County Route X523 runs the peninsula’s spine; regular buses from Zhangpu County seat (≈30 min) and occasional services from Zhangzhou and Xiamen. Car or bicycle on X523 is convenient for beach stops.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jinjiang Lou tulou
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus west on S201, then turn to Jinjiang Village (≈45 min total)
Round‑stone tulou; respect residents.
Bagua Fortress
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Drive or bus north on S201 to Dongping Village (≈30 min)
Small circular‑tulou‑style settlement, free entry.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Liu'ao town guesthouses
Basic rooms from ¥100/night; most are within walking distance of the main road.
Camping sites
Tent rental offered by local operators; bring your own gear.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥80–120 (≈ US$12–17) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥150–250 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- High
- ¥300 (≈ US$45)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Local seafood snack (e.g., dried squid) | ¥10–¥30 (≈ US$2–5) |
| Sweet‑potato porridge | ¥15–¥25 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Budget guesthouse room | ¥100–¥150 (≈ US$14–25) per night |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Strong coastal winds can make swimming hazardous; follow local signs.
- Do not dig for clams on the beaches – prohibited.
- Summer typhoons may bring heavy rain and high waves; check forecasts.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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My bed tonight
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请到这个地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Xiamen (check address); other nations use Shanghai or Beijing embassies.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Zhangpu → Liu'ao: ≈ ¥15–¥20, 30 min (check)
- Taxi Liu'ao town → beach: ≈ ¥30–¥50 for short ride
Say or show
- 对不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duìbuqǐ)
- 这个多少钱？ — How much is this? (zhè ge duōshǎo qián?)
- 海滩在哪里？ — Where is the beach? (hǎitān zài nǎlǐ?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Liu'ao. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov (warm water, less wind) · avoid Jun–Aug (typhoon risk, strong winds) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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