Hainan travel starts with a choice: beaches, visa-free entry, a short itinerary, or a city.
About the island
As a pearl on the South China Sea, Hainan offers unique geography and resources — and the warmth of the south. Blue skies, white clouds, sunshine and sea welcome every traveler. Dive in and swim with the fish. Feel the sea breeze on the fairway. Cycle, drive, or ride the high-speed rail around the island. Meet Li and Miao friends, soak in hot springs, and unwind. Come to Hainan — even if you do nothing at all, just breathing here can make you fall in love.
View detailsVisa, mobile payment, duty-free shopping, and visa-free entry.
Entry options by passport, summarised from immigration and Hainan government notices.
ViewHow visitors pay in Hainan with Alipay, TenPayGo, WeChat Pay, cards, or cash.
ViewWhere to shop duty-free, and what to check before you buy.
ViewWho can enter Hainan without a visa, and what to confirm first.
ViewFood and flavors
Island snacks, highland tea, wild greens, and Li long-table feasts — a taste of Hainan beyond the beach buffet.
Chewy highland snack made from cassava — soft, lightly sweet, and a Wuzhishan classic.
Explore →Early-spring leaf from the central mountains — clean aroma for cool rainforest mornings.
Explore →A countryside stew of foraged greens and local produce from inland Hainan.
Explore →Shared mountain banquet with Li hospitality, mountain flavors, and festive pace.
Explore →Qiongzhong’s Shanlan rice culture fair — grain, crafts, and highland food stalls.
Explore →Fairways by the sea
Volcanic rock, championship seaside holes, and rainforest spa air — pick a course for your island days.
Vast public complex on ancient volcanic rock — home to the renowned Blackstone course.
View area →Seaside championship resort course often ranked among the best outside the U.S.
View area →West-coast peninsula near Yangpu with open “sea-view” fairways and salt-pan scenery.
View area →East-coast links near Boao — river-meets-sea setting for a quieter round.
View area →Coconut-coast course energy on Hainan’s northeast shore.
View area →Beside Qixianling Forest Park — mild air, rainforest backdrop, and hot-spring downtime.
View area →Travel diary
Short editorial reads adapted from traveler themes — family days, rainforest, Coconut City, and east-coast sea culture.
Beaches, easy parks, and pacing tips for a family-first south-coast trip.
Read more →Cooler inland air, canopy trails, and why the national park changes the island mood.
Read more →Haikou gateway walks — Qilou streets, food stops, and a northern first-night plan.
Read more →Fishing-port energy near Boao — fresh catch, music, and east-coast shore days.
Read more →Fresh themes travelers ask about — linked to guides already on this site.
Swap pure sightseeing for mountain trails, coastal rides, and Coconut City energy in the northern gateway.
Explore Haikou →Evening markets, lit waterfronts, and smoother entry for visitors — start with visa-free basics, then wander Haikou after dark.
Visa & entry →Joy Festival vibes, spa town gatherings, and culture weekends — plan your trip window with a ready itinerary.
See itineraries →Four high-intent starting points — each opens a real guide on this site.
Sanya bays, clear water, and resort bases for a first island trip.
Explore beaches →Visa-free overview, ports of entry, and what to check before you fly.
Check entry rules →Ready-made pacing for a classic Sanya-focused or island-loop stay.
See itineraries →Haikou gateway energy plus how to combine north and south Hainan.
Browse cities →Start with Sanya for beaches, or mix in Haikou and the east-coast / highland contrast.
Jump into a 5-day itinerary or confirm visa-free entry before you lock flights.
