The island capital and main air gateway. Wander the arcaded Qilou Old Street, explore the Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark, and eat your way through Hainan classics — Wenchang chicken, Qingbuliang and seafood night markets. Hotels are cheaper than Sanya and the island ring railway starts here.
Highlights
- Qilou Old Street arcades
- Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark
- Food streets & night markets
- Gateway to the island ring railway
More to explore
Hainan Rice Noodlesβ
Qingbuliangβ
Hainanese Chicken Riceβ
5-Day Classic Hainan Routeβ
7-Day Island Loop: East Coastβ
10-Day Full Island Adventureβ
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