Mayu Island
4A Tourism Area

Mayu Island

妈屿岛

Guangdong, Shantou4.5·23.2032°N, 113.3180°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
Half day
Rating
4.5 / 5.0

About Mayu Island

A scenic island resort in Shantou, Guangdong, with beaches, water sports, and coastal beauty.

Highlights

• Small coastal island near Shantou with beaches and a seaside promenade. • The Mazu temple and east-coast boardwalk are popular for swimming and sunsets.

Suggested Route

Drive or cycle across the causeway → beach → Mazu Temple → east-coast boardwalk; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Shantou street food (beef hotpot, rice-noodle rolls) on the mainland; island seafood stalls.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, beach access, and bike paths .
Travel Tips

Having a barbecue here in summer is a great choice.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: October-March (avoid summer heat and typhoons)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

08:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

Connected to mainland by road in Longhu District, Shantou; island shuttle from Shantou Railway Station; nearest airport Jieyang Chaoshan Airport ~40 km.

Reservation

Free admission; open 24h; no advance booking required.

Ticket Price

Free admission

Address

Shantou City Longhu District Shantougangchuhaikouchu

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
妈屿岛

汕头市龙湖区汕头港出海口处

Shantou City Longhu District Shantougangchuhaikouchu

23.2032, 113.3180

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