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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hainan [2025]
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Wuzhizhou Island
4.6
/5
56265 reviews
9.4
From QAR 68.10
Based on 858 reviews
Wuzhizhou Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864001146666
Address: Wuzhizhou Island, Haishuwan Town, Haishu District, Sanya City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
An Underwater Ecological Exploration
Enrichment of marine recreation programs
Saved by 2029 users34970 positive reviews
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Traveling in Hainan always depends on the weather. I've always planned to dive, but I was worried about bad weather. I regretted it once I arrived on the island at noon, leaving only time for sightseeing. The scenery was beautiful, the sun was abundant, and the water was crystal clear. Prices are a bit high across the island, but that's understandable; the important thing is that they're all fairly uniform. With my tour bus ticket, I even got an hour of free beach time, which was quite pleasant. Don't rush during peak season; be prepared.
I came here once 2 years ago, but I was so seasick that I didn't even experience it, so I left. It was a big regret for me to stay in Sanya. This time during the annual holiday, I chose to come to Sanya to relax. I made full preparations for the trip to the island and took motion sickness medicine in advance. The experience was great. I took a battery car through the small path on the reef and looked at the glass-like sea. It was beautiful! It is still an island worth checking out.
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Sanya Atlantis Resort
4.7
/5
3586 reviews
9.1
HaiTang Bay/CDF Mall/Hou Hai | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888986666
Address: Santang Atlantis, Haitang North Road, Haitang Bay, Sanya
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Get up close with marine life at Dolphin Bay
Experience the thrilling world of water
Saved by 735 users3237 positive reviews
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- Atlantis Waterpark: Open year-round, it features 36 water slides, including thrilling rides like "Poseidon's Leap" and "Wave Rider." It also offers family-friendly attractions like the Speed River, Ocean Empire, and Water Fun.
- The Lost Chambers Aquarium: Themed after the lost city of Atlantis, it features 30 exhibit pools, with the Ambassador Lagoon being the largest. It houses 13,500 tons of pure seawater and approximately 86,000 marine species from 280 species. Visitors can observe these marine life and participate in educational activities.
This stay was absolutely wonderful! The hotel is beautiful, and the staff were incredibly helpful! I have to give a shout-out to "Little Sea Urchin." From the ground up, this place is so well-appointed and truly makes you feel at ease. ❤️❤️❤️
During our stay at Atlantis, whether we asked about restaurant hours or just casually asked a question, "Little Sea Urchin" always responded quickly. 💕 Their attentiveness was truly heartwarming. 🎉🎉
Atlantis itself was impeccable. 👍👍 The fish in the aquarium were dazzling, and the water park rides were thrilling and fun.
After this stay, I truly feel that Atlantis deserves all the positive reviews. 🫶🏻🫶🏻 I'd love to stay here again next time, and I'd like to ask "Little Sea Urchin" to help arrange it! 👏👏👏
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West Island
4.5
/5
15545 reviews
8.9
From QAR 47.11
Based on 150 reviews
Sanya Bay, Coconut Dream Corridor / Sanya Phoenix International Airport | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888910888
Address: Xiaoyagang West Island Marine Cultural Tourism Zone, Tianya District, Sanya
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Niuwang Island Observation Deck with panoramic views of Sanya
Color of the sea & sky views
Saved by 633 users9814 positive reviews
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The scenery on the island is very good, but the area visited by tourists is not large and there are too many people. The advantage is that the sea water is very clear and the beach is full of various corals, which is a surprise.
The scenery was beautiful. We arrived on the second day of the island's reopening after the typhoon passed through. The visitor center was well-equipped. We visited Turtle Beach and Niuwangling. The wind was strong and the waves were huge. The sun was shining brightly, so we needed to wear sunscreen.
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Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park
4.5
/5
44735 reviews
8.9
From QAR 50.69
Based on 288 reviews
Yalong Bay/Tropical Paradise Forest Park/Bohou Village | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089838279914
Address: No.665 Yalongwan Road, Yalong Bay National Tourism Resort, Sanya City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Walk across Lover's Bridge and find your soulmate
Nature park (3,721 acres)
Saved by 2538 users26074 positive reviews
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The service was thoughtful, patient, and meticulous. The environment was beautiful. The weather in September was very comfortable, a little hot. When I was hiking in early September, I caught a shower, which was very refreshing. You can play in the park and go swimming in Yalong Bay or Wuzhizhou Island. Sanya's mountains, waters, beaches, surfing, motorboats, diving, and other attractions are all worth visiting. It's an unforgettable trip.
This time I came to Sanya for a trip and specifically visited Yalong Bay Ecological Forest Park. The coffee on the top of the mountain was very delicious, and their Yunding coconut cake was also delicious, thin and fragrant. The waiters were warm and thoughtful, especially waiter No. 0013, who had a very good attitude and introduced enthusiastically. I was very satisfied.
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Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
4.7
/5
30092 reviews
8.7
Based on 269 reviews
Nanshan/TianYaHaiJiao | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888837888
Address: Nanshan District, Yacheng Town, Yazhou District, Sanya City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Highlights:
Climb to the Lotus Base of Guanyin of the South Sea to Touch Buddha's Feet and Pray for Blessings
Beauty sunrise over the sea
Saved by 1145 users18606 positive reviews
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The Nanshan Cultural Tourism Area, located southwest of Sanya City, Hainan Province, enjoys a tropical marine monsoon climate and ranks among the best in China for air and seawater quality.
The Nanshan Cultural Tourism Area boasts a forest coverage rate of 97%. The area currently comprises a tourist attraction complex consisting of one temple (Nanshan Temple), one garden (Nanshan Sea Guanyin Garden), two gardens (Cihang Pudu Garden and Jixiang Ruyi Garden), one valley (Changshou Valley), and one bay (Xiaoyue Bay). It also boasts the "Golden Jade Guanyin," a national treasure listed in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Within the Nanshan Cultural Tourism Area, the Nanshan Sea Guanyin Statue is located within the Nanshan Guanyin Jingyuan Park. The largest gold and jade Buddha statue in China, the Golden Jade Guanyin, is housed in the "Dezai Zizai Guanyin Pavilion."
The overall scenic area is quite large, so taking a sightseeing bus is essential, as it's too large and tiring.
The Guanyin Temple is also quite spectacular. I highly recommend visiting it to soak up the atmosphere and culture. It's quite a sight.
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Boundary Island
4.5
/5
12681 reviews
8.6
From QAR 60.93
Based on 75 reviews
Boundary Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089831817733
Address: Boundary Island, Lingshui, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-6 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 - Water fun & Cool Retreats
Highlights:
Full Submersible Submarine Coral Viewing
5-mile trail & unique rocks
Saved by 298 users8009 positive reviews
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The sea water is still very beautiful, and the ferry sightseeing bus is very convenient. There are manta rays on the island that can be fed for a fee. The children wanted to feed them very much, but they could not get them to the shallow shore, so the merchant did not sell tickets for feeding them. It was a bit regrettable, but I will go there next time!
The scenery is beautiful, the water is clear and the sand is fine. The children had a lot of fun feeding the fish and turtles. It's a pity that we arrived on the island before the typhoon and had to leave the island before we could visit many places.
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Tianya Haijiao
4.5
/5
35829 reviews
8.4
Based on 1,044 reviews
Sanya Bay, Coconut Dream Corridor / Sanya Phoenix International Airport | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888910131
Address: Sanya City along the seashore westbound 26 km Maling Mountain Lower Tianya Haijiao Scenic Area
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.6 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Hainan
Highlights:
Zipline with panoramic sea views
Tianya Stone & Cape Stone (Landmarks)
Saved by 896 users16688 positive reviews
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Tianya Haijiao is a highly iconic scenic spot in Sanya. It not only symbolizes the geographical "end of the sea," but also embodies people's yearning for romance and distant places.
Entering the scenic area, the azure sea embraces the golden beach. The towering "Tianya" and "Haijiao" rocks stand out, making them a must-see landmark. Every photo captures the unique artistic conception of Tianya Haijiao. Along the way, other unique rock formations such as the Nantian Pillar and the Haipan Nantian are also featured. These, combined with the coconut trees and waves, create a tropical coastal atmosphere.
This was my second time in Sanya, but my first time at the Tianya Haijiao Scenic Area, which is a bit far from the city center. It's now free, so there's no need to pay for a sightseeing bus. While the area is large, the walk from the entrance to Tianya Haijiao Rock is only a little over a kilometer. The post-typhoon coastline scenery was average, but there were plenty of small sights along the way that you can only appreciate on your own, so overall, it was a good visit.
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Sanya Romance Park
4.6
/5
21686 reviews
8.2
From QAR 143.36
Based on 274 reviews
Sanya Railway Station/HT Duty Free/Sanya Romance Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888658333
Address: 333 Yingbin Road, Jiyang District, Sanya City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Hainan
Highlights:
6 chapters of Sanya's history
Cultural shows & high-tech experiences
Saved by 842 users11752 positive reviews
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This is such a romantic date spot for couples! The ambiance of Love Street and the wishing boat are perfect for a truly ceremonial date. Buying a heart knot pendant in the ancient street is a symbol of good fortune. The "Luhuitou Legend" in "Sanya Eternal Love" is full of romance and affection. Ah Hei's gaze at Ah Yue is captivating, and afterward, a stroll and chat filled the air with sweetness. It was a truly satisfying experience, and this place is worth checking out.
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Luhuitou Scenic Area
4.6
/5
23351 reviews
8.1
Based on 404 reviews
Dadonghai Beach/Luhuitou Square/Serenity Coast | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86089888213740
Address: Luhuitou Park, Luling Road, Dadonghai Tourist Area, Sanya City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Love culture theme park
Sanya views & sunrise/sunset
Saved by 1212 users11753 positive reviews
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Luhuitou Scenic Area is a shining pearl in Sanya. It is surrounded by the sea on three sides and mountains on one side. Climbing up to the top and looking out into the distance, you can take in the beautiful sea and city scenery of Sanya.
The scenic area does not require a ticket. If you choose to take a battery car to go up, you need to buy a ticket, or you can choose to walk. Climbing to the highest observation deck is an excellent location to see the whole picture of Phoenix Island. You can watch the sunset here in the evening.
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Leiqiong Global Geopark
4.6
/5
8859 reviews
7.9
Based on 10 reviews
49.1 km from downtown
Phone +86089865468900
Address: Shishan Town Volcanic Group World Geopark, Xiuying District, Haikou City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Panoramic volcano view atop 731 ft
Climb Saddle Ridge & view strait
Saved by 333 users4831 positive reviews
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It's a bit of a drive from the city center, but the scenic area is quite large. There's a volcano information pavilion, and you can even climb up to the crater and into the crater itself. The highest point in Haikou is right on the crater itself. It's well worth a visit.
This is a rare volcanic geological park. You can go down to the bottom of the volcano and see the cave below. You can also climb to the top of the volcano and overlook the entire Hainan and Qiongzhou Strait.
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