Is Haxian Island Really Good? This High-Quality Island in Dalian—Book Your Summer Trip Now!

Summer is here. Are you still worried about not having a great island to visit? Are you still troubled by the summer heat? Here is a place where you can eat well, sleep well, and escape the heat! Starting from Pikou in Dalian, in just one hour we arrive at our destination—Haxian Island.

Speaking of which, some may wonder: where is Haxian Island? Haxian Island is a small island in the northern Yellow Sea. Departing from Dalian's Pikou Port, it takes only about an hour to reach Haxian Island. Since the island has not been developed for long, it has always maintained its original ecology—and there is no entrance fee! At the same time, the environment is beautiful and costs are low, making it perfect for a small-budget family to enjoy a happy short trip.

The unique pristine natural landscape of Haxian Island is one of the reasons why many people come. The coastline, reefs, fishing boats, sunrises and sunsets—every scenery on the island is worth recording and remembering. Such views require little technique or filters to capture stunning photographs! After dinner, nothing beats enjoying the intoxicating scenery while feeling the sea breeze. Why not bring your camera and the important people around you to experience it together?

In recent years, tourism on Haxian Island has flourished. Since the rise of family-based tourism in 1992, “fisherman’s homes” (yújiā) gradually appeared in the public eye. More than two hundred such family-run guesthouses have emerged on the island. Among them, Haxian Island Wang Laowu’s has gradually developed into the most reputable and highest-quality fisherman’s home, a classic, time-honored establishment that has been operating for over a decade. In 2013, it was rated as a three-star fisherman’s home by the Dalian Tourism Bureau, and the Photography Association also conducts shooting tasks here. The owner, Wang Laowu, is cheerful and sunny, always putting guests first. Every year he upgrades various facilities to enhance the guest experience, earning him the respectful nickname “Brother Wang.”

The most famous spot on Haxian Island is none other than Golden Beach. With its excellent sand and seawater, it attracts a large number of visitors. The waves vary with the tides, sometimes big, sometimes small. The seawater temperature is pleasant, and there are no breeding areas or residents nearby, so the sand is fine, soft, and gentle to step on. Don’t you want to come and see such a beach?

After introducing accommodation and the beach bathing area, let’s talk about Haxian Island’s special activity—beach combing (gǎnhǎi). Expensive sea cucumbers and conches that sell for high prices in the market can be picked up here. Grab a small bucket and put on gloves—it feels like “treasure hunting” on the tidal flats. Everything you find can be processed for you free of charge! Isn’t that exciting and fun?

Haxian Island is a small fishing village without tall buildings or noisy clamor. Coming here feels like stepping into a paradise. Why not set aside your worries and come here to enjoy tranquility and embrace nature? That’s all for today’s article. If you have any questions about traveling to Haxian Island, feel free to message me privately or discuss with friends in the comments! See you on the island!