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Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach

One of China's most beautiful universities with colonial-style buildings and a lagoon. Adjacent Baicheng Beach is pop…

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★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)

Free

2 hours

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Overview

Key takeaway

One of China's most beautiful universities with colonial-style buildings and a lagoon. Adjacent Baicheng Beach is popular for sunset walks.

Time & cost

Plan 2 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: Campus: weekends/holidays only; beach always.

Best for

Best for first-time Xiamen visitors who want a clear 2 hours stop without guesswork.

Practical

PriceFree

Duration2 hours

HoursCampus: weekends/holidays only; beach always

Getting thereMetro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park + bus

Tips

On site

Campus entry requires WeChat reservation (limited slots).

Timing

The Furong Lake and tunnel graffiti are highlights.

Also

Walk from campus to Baicheng Beach for sunset.

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

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Show the Chinese name “厦门大学与白城沙滩” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

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你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach, Xiamen

MetroMetro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park + bus

BusMetro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park + bus

Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “厦门大学与白城沙滩” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 verified reviews

Editor verification notes

Operational notes from the ChinaPie editorial team — not traveler ratings, and not counted toward stars.

ChinaPie Editors
Editor verification note2026-09-18
ChinaPie editors verified the ticket window and entry rules in person. Arrive before 08:30 to skip the school-group queues.
ChinaPie Editors
Editor verification note2026-07-22
We verified wheelchair access and the alternate lane — both match the practical notes on this page.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach?

Free

What are the opening hours of Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach?

Campus: weekends/holidays only; beach always

How do I get to Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach?

Metro Line 1 to Zhongshan Park + bus

How long should I spend at Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach?

2 hours

Any practical tips for Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach?

Campus entry requires WeChat reservation (limited slots). The Furong Lake and tunnel graffiti are highlights. Walk from campus to Baicheng Beach for sunset.

Is Xiamen University & Baicheng Beach in Xiamen easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.