What to Do in Quanzhou in 2 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

Qingyuan Mountain

Opening Hours: Open from 8:00am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 70 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Days

Location: East side of Qingyuanshan Mountain Visitor Center, Fengze District, Quanzhou City

Qingyuan Mountain is the only 5A scenic spot in Quanzhou, which is a local landmark. The mountain is only 500 meters above sea level and is a perfect spot for a casual hike. With thousands of years of history, a major highlight is Laojun Rock. Located at the foothill, it is a detailed carved sculpture of Laozi. Literally taste the culture of Southern Fujian by stopping and taking tea breaks during your hike. Brewing tea on the mountain while observing the view is highly recommended.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: This is a great place to visit with children. we started at the entrance near the Shaolin temple and took a bus to the top of the mountain. It cost 70 yuan each but the kids were free. we hiked to Sky lake, bravery rock, qingyuan caves, Nantai village and viewing area, stupa master, yuanyuan cave, and finally Laozi. There are bathrooms and palaces to eat along the way but I reccomend bringing snacks and lots if water. The views are spectacular. If you can find a clear day to go you will take some magnificent photos. We probably walked aroubd 6km total. W ord of warning. If you start from the South gate near Laozi it is a very long hike up many steps to get to the top. If you are not in good shape you can take thr bus.

Trip.com User: It's very beautiful. I really like to climb mountains. I came to know thats there is a cave in the top of this mountain. I started climbing. I thought it will be near but it was too long. The sun was going down. So i thought to finish my task for next tour. I am really looking for a free time to go again.

Day 1 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Qingyuan Mountain, you can head to Quanzhou Wildlife Zoo (Quanzhou Wildlife World), the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Quanzhou Wildlife Zoo (Quanzhou Wildlife World)

Opening Hours: June-October: 9:00-18:0011-May: 9:00-17:00Open from 8:30am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 138 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 3-5 Hours

Location: Xinan Village, Majia Town, Luojiang District, Quanzhou City

Quanzhou Wildlife Zoo (Quanzhou Wildlife World)is located in Xinyi Village, Majia Town, Luojiang District, Quanzhou City. It is a large-scale comprehensive theme park integrating animal wildlife viewing, performances, entertainment and science education. The scenic spot is a walking tour area with an animal performance hall and an interactive area. There is also a flower sea display area, which is mainly planted with various seasonal flowers. Visitors with children can take their children to the children's amusement park, which has a variety of items such as bumper cars, pirate ships, and vertical ring sports cars.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: The development center of biotechnology park provides services, the mainstream bond yield high creative industrial park, leading the trend of high-tech products, is the pride of Quanzhou region!

Trip.com User: A monkey enjoys cool mist, water melon staff members of Quanzhou Wildlife Zoo offered fans or air conditioners for animals.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Goldeer Hotel is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Goldeer Hotel

Reviews from Real Guests:

Guest User: The environment is good.

FANGFANG: Business trip, tidying is still relatively OK, close to the place of work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Day 2 | Morning

Qingjing Temple

Opening Hours: Open from 7:30am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 3 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: 108-110 Tumen Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City

The Qingjing Temple was founded in the Northern Song Dynasty, and then rebuilt by Ahmed of Iran in AD 1309. The temple was built in the form of an Islamic chapel in Damascus, Syria. The present Qingjing Mosque is in ruins, but the outline of the towering Arabian gatehouse remains. The main existing buildings are the Gate Building, the Temple of Fengtian and the Mingshan Hall. It is the oldest existing Islamic temple built by Arab Muslims in China. The exterior of the gate building is in the traditional Arabic Islamic architectural style. On the west side of the temple gate is the Temple of Fengtian, also known as the Temple of Worship, where the original Muslims worshipped. The roof of the altar collapsed in the Ming Dynasty, and now only the surrounding stone walls remain. In the middle of the west wall is a tall niche in the shape of an arch, in which the verses of the Koran in ancient Arabic are engraved, which are well preserved. On both sides of the altar, there are 6 pointed arches and treasure cover-shaped stone niches, all of which are embossed with Arabic. "Mingshan Hall" is located in the north of the Temple of Fengtian, where the scriptures are now taught. "Mingshan Hall" has been repaired and collapsed repeatedly. The existing building was rebuilt in modern times. It is said that the well-carved lotus incense burner in Song Dynasty in front of the hall was originally in the "Fengtian Temple". Later, the "Fengtian Temple" could not shelter from the wind and rain, so the believers changed to "Mingshan Hall" to worship, and this incense burner was also moved to "Mingshan Hall". The Qingjing Temple is a historical witness of the friendly exchanges and cultural exchanges between my country and the people of Arab countries, and is also an important historical site of Quanzhou's overseas transportation. This place can be regarded as a symbol of Quanzhou, representing the history of Quanzhou, so you may wish to take a look when you come to Quanzhou.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kam123: Quanzhou Qingjing Temple is one of the oldest Islamic temples in China. It was built in the Northern Song Dynasty in the year of Dazhong Xiangfu, i. e. 1009.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Qingjing Temple, you can head to Quanzhou Eye Ferris Wheel, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Quanzhou Eye Ferris Wheel

Opening Hours: 10:00-22:30

Ticket Price: 70 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Hours

Location: Donghai Taihe Ferris Wheel Culture Square, Tonggang West Street, Fengze District, Quanzhou City

Quanzhou Eye Ferris Wheel is located in Taihe Square, Donghai, Quanzhou City. It is a landmark of love and a new landmark for urban tourism in Quanzhou. It is divided into a couple-themed cabin, a family-themed cabin, and a common cabin. The lights at night, the lighting and dynamic display of various colors, and the surrounding buildings and lights. The city's prosperous style is unobstructed.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: You can enjoy the scenery of Quanzhou, beautiful! And there is air conditioning in the car card, more than 30 degrees, there is a comfortable and cool environment to see the scenery with partners, chat, good afternoon!

Trip.com User: Nice view

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.