Quanzhou — Travel Guide for Foreign Visitors
Airport transfers, signature food and top things to do — everything a visitor needs in Quanzhou.
Marco Polo's 'Zayton' — Maritime Silk Road port with mosques, temples and seafood.
🍜 Signature dishes in Quanzhou
- 面线糊Mianxian Hu
- 姜母鸭Ginger Duck
- 土笋冻Sea Worm Jelly
- 海蛎煎Oyster Omelette
- 烧肉粽Meat Zongzi
- 润饼Run Bing
- 牛肉羹Beef Soup
- 石花膏Seaweed Jelly
- 五香卷Five-Spice Roll
- 崇武鱼卷Chongwu Fish Roll
🎟️ Top things to do
- Kaiyuan Temple
Tang dynasty temple
- West Street
Old town & snacks
- Qingjing Mosque
1,000-year-old mosque
- Luoyang Bridge
Song dynasty stone bridge
- Xunpu Village
Oyster-shell houses & flower hair
- Minnan seafood feast
Oysters & fish rolls
- Chongwu Ancient City
Seaside stone fort, 1h drive
- Anping Bridge
World's longest ancient bridge
- Quanzhou Confucius Temple
Southern Confucian temple
👥 Visitor tips
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from the airport to downtown Quanzhou?
Take the metro or a taxi from JJN (Jinjiang) airport. The metro is the cheapest option; taxis are convenient for luggage and groups.
Do I need a visa to visit Quanzhou on a layover?
Many nationalities can use China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy in Quanzhou. Check your eligibility in the visa checker tool before travelling.
Is a layover in Quanzhou visa free, and how long can I stay?
Inside the airport's international transit area you can wait up to 24 hours without a visa. To leave the airport, nationals of 57 countries can use the 240-hour visa-free transit (up to 10 days, counted from 00:00 the day after entry) and many others have 30-day visa-free entry. Full answers: see the visa & layover FAQ. Visa Q&A →
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