Mayu Island
妈屿岛
About Mayu Island
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
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
View on interactive map →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.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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08:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00)
Connected to mainland by road in Longhu District, Shantou; island shuttle from Shantou Railway Station; nearest airport Jieyang Chaoshan Airport ~40 km.
Free admission; open 24h; no advance booking required.
Free admission
Shantou City Longhu District Shantougangchuhaikouchu
汕头市龙湖区汕头港出海口处
Shantou City Longhu District Shantougangchuhaikouchu
23.2032, 113.3180
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
