Fuzhou, China-4-day-itinerary

Day 1: Monday

Morning

  • 08:00: Arrive at Fuwai Bus Station in Fuzhou City
  • 09:00: Visit Fuzhou Botanical Garden ( tickets: ¥20, open from 8am-5pm), a beautiful garden featuring various plant species and scenic walkways
  • 12:00: Grab lunch at Qihong Restaurant, famous for their Fujian dishes (average price: ¥50-¥100)

Afternoon

  • 14:00: Explore the historic Three Lanes and Seven Alleys area, a charming old town with traditional architecture and local shops
  • 16:00: Visit the nearby Fuzhou Museum (tickets: ¥20, open from 9am-5pm), showcasing the history and culture of Fuzhou

Evening

  • 19:00: Enjoy dinner at Wang’s Restaurant, offering a wide variety of Fujian cuisine (average price: ¥50-¥100)
  • 21:00: Relax with a stroll along the scenic Fuzhou River

Day 2: Tuesday

Morning

  • 08:00: Visit the iconic Jinshan Temple (tickets: ¥20, open from 8am-5pm), one of the largest Buddhist temples in China
  • 12:00: Have lunch at Fujian Snack Street, a food street offering various local snacks and dishes (average price: ¥50-¥100)

Afternoon

  • 14:00: Explore the trendy Wuyi Square area, featuring shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options
  • 16:00: Visit the nearby Fuzhou Opera House (tickets: ¥30, open from 9am-5pm), a modern performance venue showcasing local operas and art performances

Evening

  • 19:00: Dine at Guangdong Restaurant, offering Cantonese-style cuisine with a Fuzhou twist (average price: ¥50-¥100)
  • 21:00: Enjoy the night view of Fuzhou City from Fuzhou Park

Day 3: Wednesday

Morning

  • 08:00: Visit the scenic Changqiu Lake area, featuring beautiful lakeside views and walking paths (tickets: ¥10, open from 8am-5pm)
  • 12:00: Have lunch at Lakeview Restaurant, offering local dishes with lake views (average price: ¥50-¥100)

Afternoon

  • 14:00: Explore the historic Fuzhou City Museum (tickets: ¥20, open from 9am-5pm), showcasing the history and culture of Fuzhou
  • 16:00: Visit the nearby Huating Temple, a beautiful temple featuring Buddhist art and architecture (tickets: ¥10)

Evening

  • 19:00: Enjoy dinner at Fujian Restaurant, offering authentic Fujian cuisine (average price: ¥50-¥100)
  • 21:00: Relax with a stroll along the scenic Fuzhou River

Day 4: Thursday

Morning

  • 08:00: Visit the modern Xicheng Park area, featuring beautiful gardens and walking paths
  • 12:00: Have lunch at Parkview Restaurant, offering local dishes with park views (average price: ¥50-¥100)

Afternoon

  • 14:00: Explore the historic Fuzhou Old Town area, a charming old town with traditional architecture and local shops
  • 16:00: Visit the nearby Jinshan Park, featuring beautiful gardens and walking paths

Evening

  • 19:00: Enjoy dinner at Wuyi Restaurant, offering authentic Fujian cuisine (average price: ¥50-¥100)
  • 21:00: Relax with a stroll along the scenic Fuzhou River

Accommodation

  • Recommended hotels:
    • 5-star: Fuzhou Grand Hotel
    • 4-star: Fuzhou Park Hotel
    • 3-star: Fuzhou City Hotel

Transportation

  • Recommended transportation options:
    • Taxi (¥10-¥20)
    • Bus (¥2-¥5)
    • Metro (¥2-¥5)

Tips and Essentials

  • Language: Mandarin Chinese, with some Fujian dialect spoken locally
  • Currency: Renminbi (RMB), with ¥10-¥50 bills widely accepted
  • Weather: Fuzhou has a subtropical monsoon climate, with average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
  • Health and safety:
    • Be mindful of traffic in crowded areas
    • Avoid eating street food from unknown vendors

Other Tips

  • Buy tickets for public transportation and tourist attractions in advance to avoid long queues
  • Learn basic Mandarin phrases, such as “hello” (nǐ hǎo), “thank you” (xiè xiè), and “excuse me” (duì bu qǐ)
  • Enjoy the local cuisine and drinks, such as tea and coffee, during your stay in Fuzhou.