The 15 best things to do in Xiamen (2026)

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   1. Private Day Tour To Tianluokeng Tulou from Xiamen Including Lunch

   Outty Ranking74

   Enjoy the picturesque of the "Four Dishes and One Soup"- Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster, visit the “rickety building”- Yuchang Building and stroll in the Taxia water village in a 9-hour private tour with your private. Strongly Recommended at 74/100, 5.0/5 from 24 traveler reviews, 9h from $229, free cancellation.

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   2. Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch

   Outty Ranking71

   A 8-hour private tour will take you to explore all the highlights of Xiamen. You will first take a ferry to Gulangyu Island, from there you will climb onto the highest peak-Sunlight Rock, visit the unique seaside park-th. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 4.8/5 from 18 traveler reviews, 8h from $199, free cancellation.

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   3. Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum

   Outty Ranking65

   A VISA-free private day tour that specially designed for travelers who have 5~12 hours layover in Xiamen. You will maximize your time to: 1) Explore all the highlights and must-see attractions in Xiamen. 2) Learn the mor. Solid Choice at 65/100, 5.0/5 from 6 traveler reviews, 5h from $132, free cancellation.

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   4. Tianluokeng Tulou Village Private Guided Day Trip from Xiamen

   Outty Ranking64

   Take the great opportunity of visiting Fujian’s famous Tulou cluster (Earth Building) from Xiamen, travel with your local knowledgeable guide to explore UNESCO site at Yuchang and Tianluokeng Tulou village located in Nan. Solid Choice at 64/100, 4.8/5 from 5 traveler reviews, 8h from $216, free cancellation.

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   5. Private Transfer to Tianluokeng and HekengHakka Tulou fromXiamen

   Outty Ranking63

   Choose this private transfer to marvel at the picturesqueness of Tianluokeng Earth Building Cluster and Hekeng Tulou which have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site, and are inscribed as "exceptional e. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 7h from $90, free cancellation.

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   6. Xiamen Private Car Charter

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   Discover beautiful Xiamen on this 9-hour day trip in car or van and enjoy full day sightseeing tour. Utilize this 9-hour private transfer service in Xiamen city. Your friendly driver will pick you up at your request time. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 9h from $93, free cancellation.

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   7. 4-Hour Xiamen Private Local Food Market Experience

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   Enjoy a fun adventure to loca food markets at Zeng Cuo An Village and Eighth Seafood Market in the city, delighted and amazed by the gorgeous varieties of food that is tempting and mouthwatering. Explore the oldest and l. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 4h from $103, free cancellation.

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   8. Tour Guide and Car: Private Day Tour to Yunshuiyao Ancient Village from Xiamen

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   The reason why Yunshuiyao has attracted so many tourists is because of its tranquil and peaceful ambience of old time Chinese village. Here they have the highest concentration of thousands-years-old banyan tree group in. Solid Choice at 63/100, 4.5/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 7h from $140, free cancellation.

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   9. Private Transfer between Xiamen City and Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster

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   Have the pleasure of exploring the Tinaluokeng tulou with an experienced driver which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by picturesque natural scenery. Customize your travel by choosing your transfer vehicle to. Solid Choice at 63/100, 5.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 9h from $89, free cancellation.

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    10. Xiamen Private Customized Day Tour with Old and New Highlights

    Outty Ranking62

    Spend the wonderful one day private tour to discover the beautiful coastal city Xiamen from its old and modern perspectives , from its colonial building on the famed Gulangyu Island to the modern architecture along Lu Ji. Solid Choice at 62/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 6h from $155, free cancellation.

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    11. Private Transfer to Gaobei Tulou and Yunshuiyao Village from Xiamen City

    Outty Ranking61

    Ride this private transfer to marvel at the magnificent views of Gaobei Tulou Cluster and Yunshuiyao Ancient Village which have been inscribed in 2008 by UNESCO as World Heritage Site and also have been inscribed as exce. Solid Choice at 61/100, 4.0/5 from 1 traveler reviews, 7h from $98, free cancellation.

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    12. Flexible Private Xiamen Layover Tour from Cruise Port or Airport

    Outty Ranking61

    Make use of your short layover time in Xiamen by taking this exclusive private customized city tour. Choose to visit the city’s top attraction such as Gulang Yu Island, Nanputuo temple (South Putuo Temple), Ancient Qing. Solid Choice at 61/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 6h from $155, free cancellation.

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    13. Private Day Tour Tianluokeng Tulou Cluster And Taxia Village From Xiamen

    Outty Ranking61

    Tianluokeng Earthen Building Cluster — The Classic Cluster Among the more intriguing pieces of history in Fujian are the tulou -- large, round, rammed-earth buildings dating back centuries. Tianluokeng tulou cluster, ha. Solid Choice at 61/100, 4.3/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 8h from $178, free cancellation.

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    14. Xiamen Private English Tour Guide Service

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    This one-stop professional English guide services offers you great local language support no matter you travel in Xiamen for business or leisure activities. The itinerary will be fully customized around you, which can in. Solid Choice at 61/100, 5.0/5 from 6 traveler reviews, 6h from $93.

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    15. Xiamen Island and Coastal Tour by Car

    Outty Ranking61

    Xiamen, a coastal gem blending mountain-sea charm, culture and romance, has two one-day tours. Choose one to immerse in its allure. For culture and tranquility, start at Xiamen Mountain-Sea Health Trail, winding throug. Solid Choice at 61/100, 14h from $174, free cancellation.

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