“Same romance as 'The Left Ear'! Must-play 2-day itinerary on Dongshan Island: Nanmen Bay → Island Ring Road →

Here comes the latest detailed guide to Dongshan Island! We've compiled an in-depth guide covering itinerary, pitfalls to avoid, food, and accommodation, with special additions of July travel tips and practical advice～let's take a look👀

📍 Optimized itinerary
Day 1: Artistic fishing village + dual sea experience
Nanmen Bay: Take a morning stroll through the colorful fishing village when it's less crowded, locate "My Quiet Courtyard" to quickly find the rooftop from "The Left Ear" and the ancient houses in Dingjie, then visit the night market snack street in the evening (recommended: Xiaoxifu Sweet Soup, Wanji Soy Milk).

Nanyu Dual Sea: Walk to the lighthouse during low tide (check the "Tide Table Elf" WeChat mini-program in advance), pair it with afternoon tea at a sea view guesthouse for great photos (such as Miyue Guesthouse).

Day 2: Island scenery + cycling around the island
Jinluan Bay Mirror Beach: Best for photos at sunrise, then cycle to Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road (recommended between 8-10 AM to avoid strong sun).

Yanya Lovers’ Cliff: After locating "Yanya Ancient Village," walk 5 minutes along a small path to find beautiful, less crowded rocky sea views.

Maluan Bay Popular Road: Near "Ancient Wenchang Cadre Academy," the seaside boardwalk is perfect for road photography.

Day 3 (optional): Slow-paced exploration
Dingjie cultural tour: Guandi Temple, ancient house cafes, creative shops to experience the fishing village’s local life.

Fishbone Sandbar: Requires a boat trip; it’s recommended to contact local boatmen in advance to confirm tides (cost about 100 RMB/person).

🚨 Pitfall avoidance guide
Transportation pitfalls

From Yunxiao Station to the island: Carpool 30 RMB/person (private car 100 RMB), avoid taxi price hikes.

Renting electric scooters: Standard models 30-50 RMB/day (bargain to under 40 RMB), popular models are overpriced and unnecessary.

Food pitfalls

Go directly to "Tiezhu Fish Market" or "Defu Food" to select seafood for processing (processing fee about 15-20 RMB per jin), avoid tourist stalls.

Must-try specialties: small squid (blanched with wasabi), Xiaoxifu Sweet Soup, Ayong juice ice.

Accommodation pitfalls

Prioritize Tongling Town or Nanmen Bay area for convenience to night markets and attractions; Dingjie’s "Tinghai Cottage" offers great value and is within walking distance to The Left Ear rooftop.

Family recommendation: Yuehua Hotel – full sea view rooms + kids’ playground, back door leads directly to the beach, off-season price about 800-1000 RMB/night.

🌟 Exclusive tips
Sun and rain protection: July average temperature 25-32°C, strong UV, carry sunscreen and sun hats, watch weather forecasts (frequent showers).

Beachcombing tips: Bring a small shovel and bucket; Maluan Bay and Jinluan Bay beaches offer free beachcombing, more shells and small crabs can be found at low tide.

Avoid peak times: Nanmen Bay is crowded and littered during the day, better to visit in the evening; cycle Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road between 8-10 AM to avoid strong sun and traffic jams.

📞 Extended needs
Family travel: Jinluan Bay beach shallow water area is safe; Yuehua Hotel offers indoor and outdoor pools and children’s activities.

Photography enthusiasts: Nanyu Dual Sea sunset, Sufeng Mountain Island Ring Road cliffs, and Yanya Lovers’ rocky shore are all great photo spots.

Budget-conscious: Choose guesthouses in Tongling Town (100-200 RMB/person/night), electric scooters save taxi costs around the island.