Can't make it to Pingtan Island? Come here instead!

Zhejiang's charming coastal town🏖️ If you're hesitating about which seaside destination to choose, why not consider Xiangshan? Having visited twice, I'm sharing this 2-day-1-night travel guide. 🚶‍♀️【2-Day Itinerary】 Day1⃣️: Arrive in Xiangshan by noon/afternoon—Banshan Beach—Xiangshan Film & TV Town—Shipu Ancient Town Day2⃣️: Sunrise at Huangcheng Beach—Songlan Mountain—Lakeside Road—Fantou Mountain—Changsha Village—Return ·🏖️Banshan Beach: Free admission, soft sand, blue waters, perfect for photos. ·Xiangshan Film & TV Town: Optional visit, many film crews shoot here. ·Shipu Ancient Town: Free after 8:30 PM, a fishing village with a seaside vibe. Fantou Mountain ● 🎫Admission: Free ● ⏰Hours: All day ● ⭐Highlights: Great for photography and camping, super Instagrammable! Hua'ao Island ● 🎫Admission: ¥40/person (half-price for children/seniors, free under 1.2m) ● ⏰Hours: 7:00-17:30 ● ⭐Highlights: Popular photo spots, stunning sea stone forest, island life experience. Dongmen Island ● 🎫Admission: Free ● ⏰Hours: All day ● ⭐Highlights: Visit Mazu Temple, coastal fort, and lighthouse. Shipu Fishing Port Ancient Town ● 🎫Admission: ¥55+ (free after 4:30 PM) ● ⏰Hours: 8:00-17:00 ● ⭐Highlights: 600+ years of history, Ming/Qing dynasty architecture. Xiangshan Film & TV Town ● 🎫Admission: ¥140 ● ⏰Hours: 8:30-16:30 ● ⭐Highlights: Filming location for hits like *Nirvana in Fire* and *The Return of the Condor Heroes*. China Fishing Village ● 🎫Admission: ¥60 ● ⏰Hours: 8:00-17:00 ● ⭐Highlights: A leisure resort blending fishing culture and coastal lifestyle. Tantou Mountain Island ● 🎫Admission: ¥130 + ferry ● ⏰Hours: 8:00-16:00 ● ⭐Highlights: Ideal for beach chats, seaside strolls, and ocean breezes. Shipu Huangcheng Beach ● 🎫Admission: ¥60 (free after 6 PM) ● ⏰Hours: Open all day ● ⭐Highlights: Sandplay, shell collecting, and crab hunting. Songlan Mountain ● 🎫Admission: ¥30 ● ⏰Hours: 8:00-20:30 ● ⭐Highlights: National 4A-level scenic area. 【Transportation】 🚗Drive/Rent: Recommended for Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai travelers; attractions are spread out. Others can rent cars. 🚄High-speed rail: Take a train to Ninghai or Ningbo Station, then transfer by bus to Xiangshan/Shipu. ✈️Flight: Fly to Ningbo Lishe International Airport, then take a bus to Xiangshan/Shipu.