Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hainan
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  • Wuzhizhou Islandtop_1
    󰺂9.3
    127.39
    Sanya.Wuzhizhou Island>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoSanya Winter Trip Moment: Enjoy Island Fun in Short Sleeves and Sunscreen | Dec 2025-Jan 2026
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊An Underwater Ecological Exploration
    Enrichment of marine recreation programs
    󱨠Saved by 2415 users󱨠35117 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M22***21M22***21

    The electric cart driver was just as described online—very funny. He patiently answered any questions I had. The day I went was sunny and the scenery was fantastic; I even saw the jelly-like sea!

  • Sanya Atlantis Resorttop_2
    󰺂9.0
    Sanya.HaiTang Bay/CDF Mall/Hou Hai>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Get up close with marine life at Dolphin Bay
    Experience the thrilling world of water
    󱨠Saved by 944 users󱨠3289 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    M35***52M35***52

    I took my mother to Sanya for a trip and went to the Atlantis Aquarium. We saw many beautiful tropical fish. The mermaid show and the beluga whale show were even more unforgettable.

  • West Islandtop_3
    󰺂8.8
    86.45
    Sanya.Sanya Bay, Coconut Dream Corridor / Sanya Phoenix International Airport>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Niuwang Island Observation Deck with panoramic views of Sanya
    󰋄Color of the sea & sky views
    󱨠Saved by 797 users󱨠10301 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    D26***78D26***78

    Xidao Island boasts beautiful scenery and distinct tropical island characteristics. The sea around Xidao is a deep, rich blue, truly offering a breathtaking view of the azure sky and sea. The small fishing villages are quaint and charming, brimming with local culture and vibrant life. Despite its small size, the island is easily accessible and offers a wide variety of delicious food.

  • Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park
    4
    󰺂8.8
    134.67
    Sanya.Yalong Bay/Tropical Paradise Forest Park/Bohou Village>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoRecommended Fall Mountain Climbing Spots in Haikou | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰋄Walk across Lover's Bridge and find your soulmate
    󱓊Nature park (3,721 acres)
    󱨠Saved by 3080 users󱨠25954 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Ksenia66Ksenia66

    Очень красивый парк со множеством шикарных обзорных площадок. Легко добраться из Ялонг Бэй на такси

  • Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
    5
    󰺂8.6
    89.18
    Sanya.Nanshan/TianYaHaiJiao>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 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 1478 users󱨠18664 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    tanger0916tanger0916

    The scenic area is much larger than I imagined. I originally planned to spend half a day there, but I couldn't see everything in half a day. If you have time, take your time. If you don't have much time, I suggest not buying a sightseeing bus ticket and just visiting the first spot - the South China Sea Guanyin. You can skip the other spots.

  • Boundary Island
    6
    󰺂8.6
    111.02
    Lingshui.Boundary Island>100 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoLingshui Boundary Island Warm Winter Resort | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Full Submersible Submarine Coral Viewing
    󰋄5-mile trail & unique rocks
    󱨠Saved by 506 users󱨠8173 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    喜欢旅游的鱼啊喜欢旅游的鱼啊

    Fenjiezhou Island, located in Hainan Province, is a beautiful island with excellent ecological protection, complete supporting facilities, and a wide variety of entertainment options. The island boasts numerous delicious foods, good sanitation management, ample rest areas, beautiful and pleasant scenery, soft beaches, and clear seawater, attracting a constant stream of tourists from home and abroad for their vacations.

  • Tianya Haijiao
    7
    󰺂8.3
    Sanya.Sanya Bay, Coconut Dream Corridor / Sanya Phoenix International Airport>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    󱓊Zipline with panoramic sea views
    󱨜Tianya Stone & Cape Stone (Landmarks)
    󱨠Saved by 1103 users󱨠16205 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    呆瓜和木瓜呆瓜和木瓜

    I've known about Tianya Haijiao (End of the Earth) since I was a child because it's featured on the 2 RMB note. I'd always heard the legends about it but never been there. This time, during my trip to Sanya, I decided to visit. Location: Sanya has several bays, including Yalong Bay, Sanya Bay, and Haitang Bay. Tianya Haijiao is actually near Sanya Bay. If you're staying in Yalong Bay or Haitang Bay, I recommend visiting Tianya Haijiao as soon as you get off the plane. It's only a 40-minute drive from Sanya Phoenix Airport, very close by, so you can easily return to your accommodation afterward. Tickets: Tianya Haijiao is a free attraction. You don't need to spend any money; just make a reservation in advance through their official WeChat account and then bring your ID card to swipe at the entrance. Recommended Activities: Tianya Haijiao (End of the Earth) actually has two entrances. There's a west entrance next to Tianya Town, which is the main gate of the scenic area. Personally, I recommend entering through the main gate rather than the west entrance. If you enter through the west gate, it's difficult to access Tianya Town. If you enter through the main gate, you can exit through the west gate and then visit Tianya Town. Also, upon entering, you might be offered a tour bus ticket, but don't buy it. It's unnecessary. The scenic area claims a 6km round trip, but you can only walk about 3km. The tour bus doesn't cover many attractions, so exploring on your own is much better. 1: After entering through the main gate, walk south along the designated route for about 350 meters. You'll see the "Southern Pillar of Heaven" (the one on the back of the 2 RMB note). Take a picture with the 2 RMB note against the Southern Pillar – it's a great photo opportunity. There's also the Southern Stone next to the Southern Pillar, which you can also take pictures with. 2. Continuing south, you'll encounter the very popular "One Tree at the End of the World" spot. There are free photo opportunities there; you can sit and take pictures with friends. You can pick up the photos later, but just choose the free ones. It's not worth spending 25 yuan for a professionally edited one; this is a potential pitfall, so please be aware. 3. Continuing south along the beach, you'll come across a rainforest. However, there's not much to see there, so I don't recommend exploring it. It's quite boring. Continuing south, you'll reach the famous Tianya and Haijiao (End of the World). Note that Tianya and Haijiao are not connected. Tianya Stone is relatively easy to find, but Haijiao is behind it. You can take photos at Haijiao first, then go to Tianya Stone, as it gets quite crowded. After visiting Tianya and Haijiao, you can exit through the west gate. In the evening, you can stroll around Tianya Town; the town's night view is truly beautiful. However, it must be said that Tianya Haijiao (End of the Earth) is a very cost-effective tourist attraction in Hainan. The beaches, coconut trees, and greenways are truly beautiful, but there are some pitfalls to be aware of. Also, I don't recommend renting a car, as parking is difficult. Overall, I'd give it a 4.7 out of 10.

  • Sanya Romance Park
    8
    󰺂8.1
    254.78
    Sanya.Sanya Railway Station/HT Duty Free/Sanya Romance Park>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Night Attractions
    Highlights:
    6 chapters of Sanya's history
    󱨜Cultural shows & high-tech experiences
    󱨠Saved by 1149 users󱨠11334 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    M42***73M42***73

    I brought my dad to Hainan for vacation and stayed at a hotel next to the Coconut Grove Promenade to experience a slower pace of life. Seeing the promotional pictures in the hotel, I decided to take him to see it. The scenic area doesn't open until 3 PM, so we bought deluxe tickets and invited my 96-year-old great-aunt and cousin, who were also staying at the Sanya Health Resort Hotel in Hainan, to join us. We had sofa seats. The entire performance was 60 minutes long and incredibly entertaining—it had everything you could imagine and nothing you couldn't see! I felt the ticket price was well worth it! My dad was very happy!

  • Luhuitou Scenic Area
    9
    󰺂8.0
    Sanya.Dadonghai Beach/Luhuitou Square/Serenity Coast>100 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Love culture theme park
    󱨜Sanya views & sunrise/sunset
    󱨠Saved by 1441 users󱨠11588 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    E08***81E08***81

    Admission is free; reservations allow direct entry. A round-trip sightseeing bus costs 28 yuan. If you don't want to hike, taking the bus is recommended. The best time to enter is around 4 or 5 pm to watch the sunset from the summit. The night view is beautiful after dark when the lights come on.

  • Leiqiong Global Geopark
    10
    󰺂7.8
    Haikou49.1 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoHaikou Volcano Dinosaur Park Officially Opens | Nov 15, 2025
    Highlights:
    󰋄Panoramic volcano view atop 731 ft
    󰋄Climb Saddle Ridge & view strait
    󱨠Saved by 403 users󱨠4825 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    janny之之janny之之

    Before going, I read some reviews saying it wasn't worth it, but after going, I felt it was definitely worthwhile for someone like me who had never been to a volcano before; it broadened my horizons. I think the highlights are the view of the crater from the mountainside and the descent to the bottom of the crater cave. As for the highest point overlooking Haikou, it wasn't very interesting; the weather wasn't great, and the view of Haikou was unclear. A word of warning: the wind at the summit is extremely strong; it was so strong I could barely stand. Also, I have to complain about the price on Ctrip (I regretted buying it); there are better deals on other platforms.

What Best Things to Do are there in Hainan?
These are all Best Things to Do in Hainan:Wuzhizhou Island, Sanya Atlantis Resort, West Island, Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park, Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hainan?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Hainan include:Wuzhizhou Island:4.6, Sanya Atlantis Resort:4.7, West Island:4.5, Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park:4.5, Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone:4.7
At what locations in Hainan can Best Things to Do in Hainan be found?
The Best Things to Do in Hainan are mainly located in:Wuzhizhou Island:Sanya, Sanya Atlantis Resort:Sanya, West Island:Sanya, Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park:Sanya, Sanya Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone:Sanya
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