Zhuhai

Lovers' Road, Gongbei, with Jida visible past the hills

Zhuhai^{[dead link]}( châu hải;Zhūhǎiin Mandarin,Jyūhóiin Cantonese) is a city inGuangdongProvince,China.The name meansPearl Sea;Zhuhai is where the Pearl River ( châu giang;Zhūjiāng) flows into the South China Sea ( nam trung quốc hảiNánzhōngguóhǎior simply nam hảiNánhǎi).

Zhuhai is known for its beautiful long coastline, waving palm trees, open spaces, low population density, and its many islands; Zhuhai's nicknames arethe city of romance( lãng mạn chi thành ) andthe city of a hundred islands( bách đảo chi thị ). Zhuhai serves as the gateway to the former Portuguese colony ofMacau,as a tourist destination for Chinese, and as a playground for hedonistic Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan visitors who come for Zhuhai's very colorful nightlife.

Understand

The Zhuhai area has been inhabited for thousands of years. Until the 1970s, Zhuhai was a group of fishing villages with a population of around 100,000. Since 1980, when it was designated aSpecial Economic Zone(SEZ) by the central government, Zhuhai has expanded to include nearby areas and is now a fast-growing modern city with about 1.57 million inhabitants as of the 2010 census. However, it is still not as large and developed as neighboring cities likeShenzhenandGuangzhou.Zhuhai's northern districts of Jinding and Tangjia, as well as the western district of Doumen, are less developed factory-driven areas that retain a deeper working-man, salt-of-the-earth quality.

Located in thePearl River Delta,Zhuhai bordersJiangmento the northwest,Zhongshanto the north, and former Portuguese colonyMacauto the south. By sea, former British colonyHong Kongand Chinese boomtownShenzhenare just across the Pearl estuary to the east. The provincial capitalGuangzhouis about 150km to the north.

Zhuhai is one of China's cleanest and prettiest cities, and received numerous accolades for its excellent ecological development efforts. In 1998, it was awarded theInternational Award for Best Practices in Improving Living Environmentby the United Nations Center for Human Settlements. It is also commonly agreed to be one of the best cities in China to retire in. With a low population density compared to other cities in China, Zhuhai is unsurprisingly greener. Parks and open spaces dot the cityscape, and waving palm trees line the extensive coastline and many of the major streets.

The weather in Zhuhai is sub-tropical. Temperature varies between 10°C (50°F) in winter (Dec to Feb) to a hot and humid 35°C (95°F) in summer (Jun to Sep). Typhoons are also a possibility in summer. The best times to visit are during spring and Autumn.

Districts

The city of Zhuhai itself is composed ofXiangzhou,Jida,Gongbei,QianshanandNew Xiangzhou.The other areas mentioned are districts within the Zhuhai Special Economic Zone.

North to South along the coast, the main districts are:

Jinding( kim đỉnh;Jīndǐng) – Zhuhai's northernmost district is a factory town whose main attraction is a very large and lively nighttime outdoor BBQ; see theEatSection for details. Jinding definitely has aworking class edge,and is worth visiting for the BBQ alone, but wandering around may give you a different perspective to the ones you have previously experienced elsewhere in Guangdong Province. Visit Jinding to experience thereal Chinabefore heading back to your more affluent Guangdong stomping grounds. Jinding can be reached via bus 3 or 10, or via sightseeing bus 2.

Tangjia( đường gia;Tángjiā) – Both Tangjia and Jinding are parts of the nowadays subdivision named Tangjiawan. However, Tangjia, the centre of Tangjiawan, is somehow different from Jinding, so the local usually regard them as two places. Tangjia is a moderate sized town between Jinding and Xiangzhou. Like Jinding, Tangjia's salt-of-the-earth qualities are more evident than its southern neighbours. Best known for the largeDragon Union Opera House(located inside the Dragon Union Hotel) which, as the name suggests, puts on live variety shows semi-regularly, its primary function is serving as a gigantic karaoke house that mixes karaoke withall-inclusiveadult entertainment.

Xiangzhou( hương châu;Xiāngzhōu) – Government offices, big department stores (includingAEON), and some bars and restaurants are scattered throughout this district. This is the area where the locals mainly go shopping.

On the inland side isNew Xiangzhou( tân hương châu;Xīnxiāngzhōu), an area that has undergone extensive development over the last few decades, especially midrange or upmarket residential buildings but with commercial and business buildings as well. It is often excluded when mentioning Xiangzhou only. Xiangzhou may be referred to asOld Xiangzhou( lão hương châu;Lǎoxiāngzhōu) in order to distinguish it from both New Xiangzhou andXiangzhou District( hương châu khu;Xiāngzhōu Qū), a major administrative division which covers a much larger area and includes not only Xiangzhou and New Xiangzhou but also Jida, Gongbei, Qianshan, Tangjiawan, Wanzai and several other neighbourhoods. Both (Old) Xiangzhou and New Xiangzhou are informal names, which you won't necessarily find on city maps. Conventionally, the border between (Old) Xiangzhou and New Xiangzhou is Zijing Road ( tử kinh lộ;Zǐjīng Lù).

Jida( cát đại;Jídà) is along the coast between Xiangzhou and Gongbei. This district has a lot of offices, high-end hotels and shopping complexes. This is not a particularly useful district to mention for directions, except for the fact that a Jida location assures you that the location is fairly near to the water and that a taxi driver will likely take the road right along the coast until you get there.

Gongbei( củng bắc;Gǒngběi) is the main tourist area with a wide variety of inexpensive hotels, clothing, electronics, souvenirs, food, drink, and colorful entertainment in relatively close proximity to the Macau border crossing.Lianhua Lu(Lotus Road; liên hoa lộ;Liánhuālù;sometimes called Walking Street; bộ hành nhai; Bùxíngjiē) while interesting any time of day, is truly amust-seespectacle at night, with dozens of small outdoor-bar stalls which are always packed at night. Here you can see people drinking, playing dice with bar girls, and watching (or interacting with)working girlsand passers-by on the crowded pedestrian-only street that is filled with shops and street-food vendors (see theDrinkSection for more details). There is also the more upscaleBar Street( tửu ba nhai;Jiǔbājiē), a modern strip of nicer upscale bars with indoor and outdoor seating, some featuring live music (many blasting loud music inside). Most of these cater to Chinese businessmen and moneyed tourists. At the southern edge of Gongbei is anunderground shopping centerand theMacau border crossing(seeBuySection for more details).

Going West from Gongbei are other districts:

Wanzai( loan tử;Wānzǎi) has aferry terminal to Macauand aSeafood Streetwhere you get to select your own live seafood before they are prepared for your dining pleasure.
Doumen( đấu môn;Dǒumén) is in the Norththwest. It is a bit out of the way, in that most of Zhuhai spreads north along the coast. The very scenicJintai Buddhist Temple,built at the end of the Song Dynasty is over 1,000 years old and is well worth a visit if you are in the area. Get the full treatment at theImperial Hot Springs ResortorYu Wenquanin Doumen, the first Japanese outdoor garden-style hot springs resort in China, with over 20 kinds of hot springs. Linguistically distinct from the rest of Zhuhai.

Islands

One of Zhuhai's nicknames isthe city of a hundred islands(146 to be exact), and it has a number of islands that are accessible from ports by ferries. An often overlooked aspect is the fact that each of the islands has a unique character. Some have decent beaches, and some are eerily quiet fishing islands. Each trip is a noticeable escape from the hustle and bustle of living in Chinese cities. A trip to the islands is arguably comparable to leaving the country. High-quality seafood abounds. Information about where to go or what to do can be difficult to come by because most locals do not visit due to cost of transportation. As a result, most tourists do not get a chance to explore these beautiful places at all, and most of the information available on the internet regarding Zhuhai focuses on the urban areas. Nonetheless, the curious expat or adventurous traveler will be generously rewarded. From theXiangzhou Port( hương châu cảng;Xiāngzhōugǎng), formerlyXiangzhou Northern Wharf( hương châu bắc đê mã đầu;Xiāngzhōu Běidīmǎtóu), you can get to theWanshan Islands( vạn sơn quần đảo;Wànshānqúndǎo):

Dong'ao Island( đông úc đảo;Dōng'àodǎo) has diving facilities, clear waters, and a nice beach.
Outer Lingding IslandorWailingding Island( ngoại linh đình đảo; Wàilíngdīngdǎo) is also a nice getaway with clear waters and nice beaches.
Hebao Island( hà bao đảo;Hébāodǎo) is less developed and visited, and is a good spot for those who like wilderness.
Guishan Island( quế sơn đảo;Guìshāndǎo) has a sleepy fishing island town feel with exceptional seafood.

While not as distant and not part of the Wanshan Islands,Yeli Island( dã li đảo; Yělídǎo),Hengqin Island( hoành cầm đảo, Héngqíndǎo),Qi'ao Island( kỳ úc đảo; Qí'àodǎo), andGaolan Island( cao lan đảo; Gāolándǎo) can all be reached by bus via a bridge or dam.

Remember to take plenty of cash with you on these island excursions because some islands might not have ATMs.

Talk

Cantoneseis the main local language of Zhuhai, it being a part of thePearl River Delta.However, due to the massive influx of immigrants from other parts of China over the last three decades,Mandarinis now thelingua franca.That said, Cantonese is more commonly heard here than in Shenzhen. The local dialect in the Doumen district is similar toTaishanese,and has limited mutual intelligibility with standard Cantonese.

English is not widely spoken, but some people, especially the young, speak it.

Zhuhai is one of the most popular cities for foreigners in China, and because of that, you can find some speakers of European languages here.

Get in

Visa

Most visitors to China will require an advance visa. SeeVisasfor details.

Zhuhai is a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) which means that if you are only visiting the Zhuhai area directly from Hong Kong or Macau, a special SEZ visa can be obtained upon arrival. This allows you to visit Zhuhai only for up to 3 days, and travelling beyond the city limits is strictly forbidden. This visa is available at the Gongbei and Hengqin (Lotus Bridge) land entry points from Macau, as well as at the Jiuzhou ferry terminal. While in theory citizens of all countries that maintain diplomatic relations with the PRC are eligible for this visa, in practice citizens of rich developed countries are more likely to be approved, while citizens of poor developing countries are likely to be rejected, so you might want to obtain a full Chinese visa in advance to be safe.

This visa costs ¥160 for most nationalities and ¥450 (December 2008) for UK citizens. It is reported that US citizens must pay ¥950 (January 2011), or else that they cannot use the service at all. Hong Kong dollars are not accepted. Currency can be converted at the China Tourist Services office back downstairs in the main immigration hall, but usually at an awful rate. Once the visa has been issued, proceed to the immigration hall to complete the immigration process.

By plane

22.0105113.37491Zhuhai Sanzao Airport(ZUH^IATA).This is a moderately sized, modern airport that connects the area with many Chinese cities, but no international destinations. It is in west of the centre of the Jinwan District.

The Airport Express Bus departs from the airport to Xiangzhou and Gongbei districts for ¥25 (March 2018) per passenger, and follows the schedule of arriving flights. The first bus departs around 11:00 and the last bus departs about 21:30. A taxi from the airport to Gongbei or Jiuzhou in downtown Zhuhai is around ¥130 (October 2011) when traffic is free flowing. You may also take public bus number 207, which goes right to the Gongbei border crossing, and costs ¥6. However the journey time is between 1 hour 45 mins and 2 hours. This bus does not have a luggage storage area on board.

Other airports

To reach Zhuhai from outside China, one would usually fly toHong Kong,Shenzhen,MacauorGuangzhou.All four cities have large, modern airports with many international connections and all are within an hour or two of Zhuhai; Macau is closest.Foshanis another airport available nearby, but it has few connections.

From theGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport(CAN^IATA), a frequent express bus service that goes to Zhuhai is available. It costs ¥80 and takes approximately 2½ hours with one stop in the northern part of Zhuhai before going on to the Gongbei border gate to Macau. There is a check in for the airport at Gongbei bus station, located near the KFC.

FromMacau International Airport^{[dead link]}(MFM^IATA), the best way to get to Zhuhai is via theExpress Link^{[dead link]}service, skipping the Macau immigration and customs altogether. Once you alight from the plane, instead of going through immigration, look for the Express Link (China) sign and follow it. This will lead you past a transit security scan station where you must pick up an Express Link card, and upstairs into the departure hall. Go to the ticket counter at Gate 8, present your card and buy a ticket for the coach that goes to the Gongbei Port of Entry. The coach fare is ¥52 and the ride takes only 15 minutes. Coach departure times are 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 14:45, 17:00, 17:30, and 18:00. If you need to check in any bags for your flight, remember to have themblue taggedduring your flight check-in procedure for this Express Link service. The blue tag is not a necessity, merely a convenience. Present your luggage tags at the above-mentioned coach ticket counter and pick up your bags at the bus bay later.

The option to skip the Macau immigration is not available on the return. Allowat leastthree hours to get from Gongbei to the Macau airport. Immigration formalities can be very time-consuming, particularly on the Chinese side during the weekends. Once out of the Chinese customs (before entering Macau), there is a little ticket booth to the left where you can get a shuttle bus ticket to the airport for ¥35. The buses will be waiting on the left once you leave the Macau immigration hall. They run at 10 minutes intervals.

Should you decide to go through the Macau immigration at the airport and use the Taxi service to get to Zhuhai, the ride takes only about 15 minutes. It costs about ¥60-80 for the short ride. But it is reasonable priced for those (>2 persons) who wish to share the taxi cab fees. The charges are inclusive of surcharge of ¥5 at the airport, ¥5 per piece of luggage. Taxi payment can be in patacas, Hong Kong dollars or renminbi. They are all treated equally in value (even though Macau pataca has the lowest value of the three currencies). Taxi cabs queue at the curve outside of the airport.

FromHong Kong International Airport(HKG^IATA), one option is to take theAirport Expressto Kowloon Station (at the cost of HK$90), then hop on the free Airport Express transit bus K2 to the China-Hong Kong Ferry Terminal ( trung cảng thành mã đầu;Zhōnggǎng Chéngmǎtóu) to take a ferry to Zhuhai. See below for ferry timetable.

Another option from Hong Kong is to catch a ferry from the HKIA Skypier to Macau and then cross into Zhuhai via the Gongbei border gate. To catch the ferry from the airport, go directly to the ticket counterwithoutpassing through Hong Kong immigration or customs; seeHong Kong International Airport#By ferryfor details.Full instructions can be found here.The ferry journey takes about 50 minutes and runs hourly (usually).

A third option from HKIA is now available in the form of long-distance buses that go overland to Gongbei. The journey takes 3½ hours and costs HK$200. Departure times are 07:00, 08:00, 16:00, 17:00, and 19:00.

A new ferry service was introduced that brings travelers directly from HKIA to the Jiuzhou Port in Zhuhai. The ferry leaves at 12:15, 14:15, 17:00, and 20:10. The one from Zhuhai to HKIA leaves at 9:30, 12:40, 15:25, and 18:35. The trip takes approximately 70 minutes and costs ¥290.

By bus

FromHong Kong,frequentHZMBusshuttle buses departing up to every 5 minutes, 24 hours a day are available to cross theHong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge (HZMB).They take around 40 minutes, and tickets can be purchased with Octopus or AliPay from ticket machines, as well as cash and credit cards at the ticket desk at theHZMB Hong Kong Port.The Hong Kong Port can be reached by taxis or various buses including CityFlyer airport (A number) routes, or the B5 shuttle bus from Sunny Bay MTR station, or the B6 bus from Tung Chung. Once arriving at the22.207476113.5758172HZMB Zhuhai Port(Gǎng Zhū Ào Dàqiáo Zhūhǎi Kŏu'ān cảng châu úc đại kiều châu hải khẩu ngạn ), you can take taxis, bus route L1 (which uses historic tourist vehicles), bus routes 12, 23 or 25 to continue your journey in the mainland. There is also a direct route to Gongbei port of entry that costs ¥10.

Hundreds of buses also come fromGuangzhouevery day, usually via the Jingzhu Motorway. You can catch one at:

South Campus of Sun Yat-Sen University ( trung sơn đại học nam giáo viên ) just next to the South Gate.
East Campus of Sun Yat-Sen University ( trung sơn đại học đông giáo viên ).
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport( quảng châu bạch vân cơ tràng ) just inside the Arrival Hall
Shipai Campus of Jinan University ( ký nam đại học thạch bài giáo khu ).
Exit A2 of Zhujiang New Town Metro Station ( châu giang tân thành địa thiết trạm A2 xuất khẩu ).
Exit B of Wanshengwei Metro Station ( vạn thắng vi địa thiết trạm B xuất khẩu ).

From any of these locations, the trip will cost ¥35-88 and take about 2-2.5 hours. Buses leave every 40 minutes (from Guangzhou Airport) or 1 hour (from SYSU Campuses) or 1.5 hours (from other places in Guangzhou) and go to Gongbei, Xiangzhou, Zhuhai Campus of Sun Yat-Sen University ( trung sơn đại học châu hải giáo khu or simply trung châu ), Zhuhai Campus of Jinan University ( ký nam đại học châu hải giáo khu or simply ký châu ), Zhuhai College of Beijing Normal University ( bắc kinh sư phạm đại học châu hải học viện or simply bắc sư châu ), Zhuhai Colledge of Beijing Institute of Technology ( bắc kinh lý công đại học châu hải học viện or simply bắc lý châu ), Huxin Raod Crossing ( hồ tâm lộ khẩu ), Zhuhai College of Jilin University ( cát lâm đại học châu hải học viện or simply cát châu ) or Tangjia depending on the bus you take.

Zhuhai has over twenty bus stations. Below are just some of the major ones:

22.230955113.3031723Doumen Bus Station(Đấu môn khí xa khách vận tổng trạm, đấu môn khí xa trạm),389 Lianqiao Road, Baijiao Town, Doumen District ( đấu môn khu bạch tiêu trấn liên kiều lộ 389 hào )(There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by local bus routes 304, 306, 307, 315, 403, 405, 408, 502, 520, 601, 603, z263 and z270),☏+86 756 2116222,+86 756 5519033.Doumen's main bus station. Also known as Baijiao Long-Distance Bus Station ( bạch tiêu trường đồ trạm tổng trạm ).(updated Feb 2019)
22.22164113.5512324Gongbei Bus Station(Củng bắc xa trạm, củng bắc khí xa khách vận trạm),1 Lianhua Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu liên hoa lộ 1 hào )(A few hundred meters from the Gongbei border crossing. It's off to your right as you leave the underground shopping center by the Northeast Exit),☏+86 756 8885218,+86 756 2225345.Gongbei's main bus station.(updated Feb 2019)
22.220382113.5487365Kee Kwan Bus Station(Kỳ quan xa trạm, kỳ quan củng bắc khẩu ngạn khí xa khách vận trạm Kee Kwan Gongbei Entry Port Bus Station),Basement Level 2, Gongbei Entry Port Shopping Plaza, Yingbin Road South, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu nghênh tân nam lộ củng bắc khẩu ngạn cấu vật quảng tràng phụ 2 tằng )(Accessed from the lower level of the underground shopping center at the Gongbei border crossing),☏+86 756 8281003.(updated Feb 2019)
22.358881113.5933586Tangjia Bus Station(Đường gia khí xa trạm),Tangqi Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu đường kỳ lộ )(Opposite the Tangjiawan Hospital. Take bus nos. 3, 3a, 10, 10a, 66, 68, 69, 85, k1, k2, k3, z75 or z76, get off at the Tangjia bus stop, then walk about 140 metres north to get to the station),☏+86 756 3317570.(updated Feb 2019)
22.282396113.56247Xiangzhou Long-Distance Bus Station(Hương châu trường đồ trạm, hương châu trường đồ khách vận trạm, hương châu trường đồ khí xa trạm),142 Zijing Road, Xiangzhou District hương châu khu tử kinh lộ 142 hào(Take either bus no. 2 or 8 or the Port of Entry-Xiangzhou Bus Station Express Line ( khẩu ngạn ba sĩ hương châu tổng trạm chuyên tuyến ) to get here from Gongbei. Other public bus routes that serve the station include routes 1, 6, 15, 201, 602, 602a, 605, 609, 993, k11, k4, k6, k9 and z11),☏+86 756 2116222.Large intercity bus station.(updated Feb 2019)

By boat

22.241805113.5879448Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal(Cửu châu cảng mã đầu, cửu châu khách vận cảng, Jiuzhou Passenger Port),599 Lovers' Road South, Jida, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cát đại tình lữ nam lộ 599 hào )(Bus routes that serve the port include routes 3, 3a, 4, 12, 22, 23, 25, 26, 99 and 11. The Airport-Jida Express Bus ( cơ tràng khoái tuyến cát đại tuyến ) also stops here.),☏+86 756-3333359.(updated Feb 2019)

From Hong Kong and Shenzhen:There are several ferries per day fromHong Kong International Airport,HK-Macau Ferry Terminal( cảng úc mã đầu;Gǎng'ào Mǎtóu;Hong Kong Island),China Ferry Terminal( trung cảng thành mã đầu;Zhōnggǎng ChéngmǎtóuKowloon) in Hong Kong andShekou Ferry Terminal( xà khẩu cảng;Shékǒugǎng;Shekou) inShenzhenarriving at theJiuzhou Ferry Terminal( cửu châu cảng mã đầu;Jiǔzhōugǎng Mǎtóu). There is a taxi rank and bus stops directly outside. You can take a free bus ride to Gongbei by showing your ferry ticket. Visas can be purchased here for most nationalities (not American citizens). Payment is in RMB only and the ATMs are through immigration so plan ahead.

The HKIA-Zhuhai ferry is operated byChu Kong,who charge HK$260/¥280 one-way to/from Zhuhai.

Getting to Zhuhai Airport from the Jiuzhou Ferry port that connects Zhuhai with Hong Kong, an Airport bus can be taken for about ¥30 and the last bus departs at 20:00. The journey takes about 2 hours.

From Macau:There is a ferry service operating fromMacau's Inner Harbour's Pier 14 ( úc môn việt thông mã đầu; Àomén Yuètōng Mǎtóu) to Wanzai. Daily departures roughly hourly from 08:00-16:00.

By car

From Macau:It is possible to drive across the border from Macau viaLotus Bridgeor thePortas do Cerco/Gongbei border crossing.Unlike Macau, Mainland China drives on the right. Only vehicles with dual plates are allowed to drive across the border.

From Mainland China:The road connections from other parts of mainland China have been improved. TheG4w Motorway(Jinggangao Motorway or Beijing-Hong Kong-Macau Motorway, kinh cảng úc cao tốc ), also formerly Jingzhu Motorway (Beijing-Zhuhai Mortorway, kinh châu cao tốc ), which connects Guangzhou, is always the main and the most crowded solution to arrive. TheS43 Motorwayor Guangzhu West Line ( quảng châu tây tuyến cao tốc ), is another option. Highways like G105, S111 are also available.

FromJiangmen,there areS32 Motorway,(Western Coastal Motorway tây bộ duyên hải cao tốc ),S47 Mortorway(Jiangzhu Motorway or Jiangmen-Zhuhai Mortorway, giang châu cao tốc ), S365 and S272 to choose. However, the S272 is of rough surface.

From Hong Kong:The 50-kmHong Kong-Zhuhai-Macaulink, a bridge and tunnel opened on 24 October 2018, is likely one of the largest construction projects in the world. The link makes it possible to travel quickly across thePearl River Deltawithout taking the ferry. There are restrictions on driving across, and drivers must apply for special permits, so taking a shuttle bus is probably a better choice.

On foot

You can walk across the border fromMacauat Gongbei. The border is open from 07:00-24:00. It typically takes 20 minutes of walking time, but be prepared for long queues, which can easily add over an hour to your total border crossing time.

22.219113.559Port of Entry(calledPortas do Cerco(barrier gate) in Macao).

An alternative crossing is via the Lotus Bridge in Macau's Cotai area to the island of Hengqin. This border crossing point is open 08:00-20:00. After crossing the Macau side, take a shuttle bus across the bridge to the China side (fare ¥3, no change given so carry the exact amount). From the Hengqin side of the border take bus number 14 to Xiangzhou, or catch one of the Kee Kwan air-conditioned minibuses to Wanzai or Gongbei (¥5).

For foreigners entering China, you will need to produce a valid visa. Follow the immigration line that says "Foreigner". Once you clear immigration, you enter the duty-free zone. Consider picking up some Western chocolate or liquor, especially if you need gifts for Chinese. Jameson's at HK$70 a bottle is a good buy, as are some of the wines and single malt whiskeys. Do not bother with common brands of whiskey or cognac; those a readily available in China. Cigarettes are generally cheaper in downtown Zhuhai than at the duty-free (do not buy cigarettes in duty-free, most are fake).

When you exit the Gongbei immigration building, you have reached the Zhuhai border. If you need to purchase a pre-paid cellphone card, please proceed to exit the immigration building, then walk downstairs to the underground mall. There are many telephone services stalls here. You may purchase a pre-paid sim-card here for ¥100. It comes with a loaded value of ¥50. You will need a GSM phone to get it to work. Always keep your belongings zipped inside your pocket here as pickpockets are very common at the border check point.

On the return trip from China to Macau, here are the border crossing tips from Zhuhai China to Macau via Gongbei port. The Gongbei immigration building opens at 07:00. If you arrived at the Zhuhai Gongbei port via Taxi cab, you either arrive in front of the Gongbei immigration building or via the underground tunnel, linked to the underground mall below the Gongbei immigration building. Proceed to queue up at the entrance of building. It is rather cold in the morning so bring enough warm clothing with you if you decided to queue up in the morning before 07:00.

When the building opens, proceed inside the building. Look for the line that says "Foreigner" (usually line# 15). If you are already late for your connecting flight, go to the express line (no queuing required) and show them your air ticket for immediate attention. Once you clear the Chinese immigration, you enter the duty-free zone. Proceed to the immigration hall. Foreigners are required to fill in a blue-colored slip in this hall, declaring your place of stay in Macau and your departure details. Proceed to queue at the line that says "Foreigner". Once you clear the Macau immigration, proceed to exit the building. If you carry any luggage with you, the immigration officer may request that your luggage be scanned by the X-ray machine before you are allowed to exit the immigration building. The whole border crossing process takes about 20–25 minutes, excluding waiting time in the long queues.

You can get to the airport by taxi or bus. The journey is about 15 minutes by taxi from Gongbei port. There is a surcharge of MOP5 to get to the airport and $6 per item of luggage. It costs about MOP70 to get to the airport by taxi (inclusive of surcharges). Taxis accept Macau patacas, Hong Kong dollars or Chinese yuan for payment. These currencies are treated equally (With yuan being the most expensive) during payment. You can still use a Chinese SIM card up to the mid-span of the Friendship Bridge in Macau. After that, the signal drops off.

By train

TheGuangzhou-Zhuhai Intercity Railway(Guangzhu ICR) was fully opened in 2012. There are five stations in Zhuhai:

Central stations

22.218151113.54427510Zhuhai Railway Station(Châu hải trạm, Zhuhai Station),5 Changsheng Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu xương thịnh lộ 5 hào )(In Gongbei. There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by bus nos. 1, 2, 10, 32, 33, 601, 608, 826-2 and k10, as well as the Airport-Jida Express Bus ( cơ tràng khoái tuyến cát đại tuyến ), the Port of Entry Bus Gongbei Route ( khẩu ngạn ba sĩ củng bắc chuyên tuyến ), the Tanzhou-Gongbei A-Line Bus ( thản châu củng bắc a tuyến ) and the Tanzhou-Gongbei B-Line Bus ( thản châu củng bắc b tuyến ).).Zhuhai's main railway station and the southern terminus of the line.(updated Feb 2019)

Other stations

22.271546113.50996711Mingzhu Railway Station(Minh châu trạm, Mingzhu Station),35 Mingzhu Road North, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu minh châu bắc lộ 35 hào )(In the New Xiangzhou area. There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by bus nos. 6, 16, 31, 36, 41, 42, 43, 55, 687, 931, 993, b5, b6, b7, b8, k995 and z13, as well as the Port of Entry Bus Shangchong Route ( khẩu ngạn ba sĩ thượng trùng chuyên tuyến ).).(updated Feb 2019)
22.237115113.52042712Qianshan Railway Station(Tiền sơn trạm, Qianshan Station),666 Gangchang Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cảng xương lộ 666 hào )(There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by bus nos. 16, 18, 31, 36, 55, b, b9 and n20, as well as the Changlong Night Bus ( trường long dạ gian tuyến ), the Port of Entry Bus Shangchong Route ( khẩu ngạn ba sĩ thượng trùng chuyên tuyến ), the Tanzhou-Gongbei A-Line Bus ( thản châu củng bắc a tuyến ) and the Tanzhou-Gongbei B-Line Bus ( thản châu củng bắc b tuyến ).).(updated Feb 2019)
22.366149113.54663813Tangjiawan Railway Station(Đường gia loan trạm, Tangjiawan Station),399 Jinfeng Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu kim phượng lộ 399 hào )(There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by bus nos. 10a, 69, 70, 72a and k3.).(updated Feb 2019)
22.404171113.54680614Zhuhai North Railway Station(Châu hải bắc trạm, Zhuhai North Station),Jinfeng Road North, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu kim phong bắc lộ )(In Jinding. There is a bus stop outside the station, which is served by bus nos. 3a, 72a, 989, 998 and k1.).(updated Feb 2019)

The journey from Guangzhou South station to Zhuhai takes around 53–78 minutes and costs ¥390 for luxury sleeper, ¥350 for standard sleeper, ¥205 for luxury class, ¥90-124.5 for first class and ¥56–91.5 for second class or no-seat ticket. Trains will stop at either Zhuhai North ( châu hải bắc, called as "Zhuhaibei" formally in ticket system), Tangjiawan ( đường gia loan ), Mingzhu ( minh châu ) or Qianshan ( tiền sơn, temporarily closed) (or any combination of the four) before terminating at Zhuhai Station: different trains stop at different stations, so if you intend to alight at an intermediate station, be sure to check first if your train will stop there. The first train departs Guangzhou South for Zhuhai at 06:10, while the last train departs Zhuhai for Guangzhou at 22:57.

Guangzhu ICR stations are served by several bus routes. Bus routes 3A (to Jiuzhou ferry port) and 65 (to Zhulinpu in Tangjiawan), as well as a minivan service to Beijing Normal University, serve Zhuhai North station, while bus 207 (to the airport) stops outside of Zhuhai station. There are also taxi ranks outside all stations.

The Guangzhu ICR has been merged into the railway system of China, so the train destinations increased. Trains departing fromBeijing,Shanghai,Guiyang,Kunming,Chengdu,Zhanjiang,Zhengzhou,Huaihua,Guilin,Meizhoudirections can reach Zhuhai now. For example, as of 2018, the Beijing-Zhuhai train (D923) leaves Beijing at 20:35, arriving to Zhuhai at 07:49 the next morning. The second-class seat fare is ¥779, a sleeper ( động ngọa ) is ¥1430. From Chengdu, it's a day train (via Chongqing, Guiyang, and Guilin), D1841, leaving Chengdu at 06:39 and arriving to Zhuhai at 16:52.

Get around

Zhuhai is quite spread out. The terrain is coastal plain broken up by mountains or, seen from the sea, a series of bays and headlands. There are many clumps of development separated by hills, often parkland.

You can walk or take a taxi from ¥10 (the first 3-kilometre); these are good options for moving within a single district.

By bus

Zhuhai has an extensive bus system. The fare for a ride is ¥1 regardless of distance; pay in the box in front of the driver, or by Alipay or transit card (see below). Bus 10 will cross all of the Zhuhai SEZ north to south or south to north. By taking bus 10 it is possible to conveniently move between Gongbei, Xiangzhou, Tangjia, and Jinding. Bus 10 terminates in the south near the Macau border in Gongbei and terminates in the north on the main street of Jinding. Bus 4 will allow you to reach Jiuzhou ferry port for trips to Hong Kong or Shenzhen.

Avoid bus 2, bus K10 at rush hour, and buses 16 and 26 when the classes of boarding schools end on Friday or Saturday because of heavy crowds.

Zhuhai transit cards give you a 10% discount on the buses. Buying a card requires a ¥15 deposit. Zhongshan transit cards and Ling Nan Tong ( lĩnh nam thông ) cards (used inGuangzhouand other cities in the province) are also accepted.

The double deckersightseeing busbus goes to most areas between Gongbei and Jinding for ¥3. Padded seats and good air conditioning make it a lot more comfortable than city buses for long trips. The last sightseeing bus is at about 19:00.

By train

It is possible to move around districts using the Guangzhu ICR, although as trains don't stop at all stations, options for moving around Zhuhai are more limited than with buses. Fares start at ¥6 for second class, and ¥7 for first class: the journey from Zhuhai North to Zhuhai, for example, is ¥15.

Taking the tram from Haitianyi Zhan ( hải thiên dịch trạm ) to Shangzhong Xiaozhen ( thượng trùng tiểu trấn ) may be also a special experience.

By bike

Zhuhai's streets are mostly flat and the city has extensive bike lanes. Combine that with the attractive views and the fact that the city's attractions are pretty spread out, and you have a very good city for biking. Several competing bikeshare systems operate in Zhuhai; at least the blue ones are usable by foreigners if you have Alipay. In the denser areas of the city the bikes can be found all over, so unless you're going off the beaten path you're sure to find one if you walk for a few minutes.

By boat

22.292187113.57898215Xiangzhou Port(Hương châu cảng),Beidi Wharf, Lovers' Road Central Section, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu tình lữ trung lộ bắc đê mã đầu )(Bus routes 11 and 56),☏+86 756 2119915(enquiries),+86 756 2222318(complaints and suggestions).The main terminal for ferries to Zhuhai's islands. Ferries are available to Wanshan Island ( vạn sơn đảo ), Guishan Island ( quế sơn đảo ), Wailingding Island ( ngoại linh đình đảo ), and Dong'ao Island ( đông úc đảo ). Ferries are sometimes cancelled due to bad weather conditions. The latest ferry times and prices can be found onXiangzhou Port's official website.I(updated Feb 2019)
21.921577113.21761716Hebao Island Wharf(Hà bao đảo mã đầu),Huandao Road West, Nanshui Town, Jinwan District ( kim loan khu nam thủy trấn hoàn đảo tây lộ )(The bus stop near the wharf is served only by bus no. 710, which only serves the local area. If coming here from the city, you should take bus no. 605 from the Xiangzhou Long Distance Bus Station and get off at Zhuhai Port ( châu hải cảng ) where the bus terminates. From there, you could either take a taxi to the wharf or walk to Bei Qi Road ( bắc thất lộ ) and transfer to bus no. 710. Hebao Island Wharf is about 9 km from the Zhuhai Port bus stop),☏+86 18578201185(bookings),toll-free:+86 4006 937037(customer service),[email protected].Boats to Hebao Island (also known as Hope Island) depart from here. This wharf should not be confused with the wharf of the same name on the island itself.(updated Feb 2019)

To Dong'ao Island:There are four ferries to Dong'ao Island per day, one of which makes the journey via Guishan Island. Standard cabin tickets are ¥85, first class cabin ticket are ¥105 and VIP cabin tickets are ¥125.

To Guishan Island:There are five ferries to Guishan Island per day. Standard cabin tickets are ¥85, first class cabin ticket are ¥105 and VIP cabin tickets are ¥125.

To Hebao Island::There are usually five ferries to Hebao Island per day. The journey time is around 20–30 minutes. Return tickets cost ¥160, which includes the island access fee.

To Wailingding Island:There are eight ferries to Wailingding Island per day, two of which makes the journey via Guishan Island. Standard cabin tickets are ¥120, first class cabin ticket are ¥145 and VIP cabin tickets are ¥170.

To Wanshan Island:There are three ferries to Wanshan Island per day, including one direct ferry, as well as one ferry that goes via Dong'ao Island and one that goes via both Dong'ao Island and Guishan Island. Standard cabin tickets are ¥110, first class cabin ticket are ¥135 and VIP cabin tickets are ¥160.

See

Map of Zhuhai

Xiangzhou District

Museums and monuments

22.26508113.583031Fisher Girl statue,Lovers' Road(Bus 9 or 99 or the sightseeing bus).Legend has it that an angel descended to earth one day and fell in love with the beauty of the land. Reluctant to return, she turned herself into a fisher girl, weaving nets and searching for precious pearls to earn a living. In addition, she unselfishly used her knowledge and powers to heal villagers who were ill, and so was well loved by one and all. Soon she met a young fisherman named Hai Peng and they fell in love. Not long after, however, Hai Peng heard and believed malicious accusations, and demanded the fisher girl to give him her magical bracelets as proof of her affection. The fisher girl tearfully explained the origin of the bracelets. While she was still the daughter of the South Sea Dragon King, the eight bracelets were given to her by the eight palace mistresses, to guard her against the thought of abandoning immortality. She would die if she even removed one. Tragically, Hai Peng did not believe her story and turned to leave. The fisher girl, to prove her love for Hai Peng, removed her bracelets and died in his arms instantly. Hai Peng was filled with remorse and grief. His great sorrow moved the Jiu Zhou Huan Elder, who taught him the way to bring the fisher girl back to life. For this he had to travel to the Jiu Zhou Island to find the Resurrection Grass, which must then be fed with man's blood. After much difficulty, Hai Peng found the grass and grew it with his own blood. Days turned to years, and the grass was finally ready and used to revive the fisher girl. Henceforth, the fisher girl became a true mortal. On the day of their wedding, all the girls together found a gigantic, magical pearl at the seashore. In gratitude, the fisher girl presented this to the reverent Elder.
22.286605113.5467932Guyuan Museum of Art(Cổ nguyên mỹ thuật quán Gǔyuán měishùguǎn),388 Meihua East Road ( mai hoa đông lộ 388 hào )(There is a bus stop named after this museum. Buses that stop here include bus nos. 13, 16, 17, b5 and b6. Tram route 1 also stops here),☏+86 756 3818032.09:00-17:00, no entry after 16:30, closed on Mondays.A museum displaying works by local artist Gu Yuan.Free.

22.24344113.533063New Yuanming Palace(Viên minh tân viên Yuánmíng Xīnyuán)(At the foot of Big Shilin Mountain of Jiuzhou Road, to the northwest of Zhuhai City, take bus 1, 25, 30, or 60, it is a 15 minute bus ride from Gongbei Road),☏+86 756 8610388.08:30-21:00.An imitation of the now-destroyed Yuanming Palace in Beijing that covers an area of 1.39 km². Inside the park there is also 80,000 m² of lake. Along the lake are many places to hire motor boats and pedelos. The park has many attractions from ancient emperors' artifacts and traditional Chinese architecture to cable cars and floating restaurants. It offers amazing photo opportunities with the mountains as a backdrop and there are many little pagodas to distract yourself with. In the evening, at the Northern side of the park, there are impressive stage shows depicting traditional Chinese dances and stories in a Broadway style musical presentation. This is a must-see. Also, in the Northern most part of the park there is a sea-battle re-enactment using real boats, explosions and also a troop of cavalry to add to the realism. The ticket prices for these shows are ¥85 for adults, ¥60 for persons aged over 65, and ¥60 for children with a height of 150cm or less who carry a student card. You also have the opportunity to dress in the Emperor's clothes and have your picture taken for ¥40, which is quite expensive. You are allowed to take the pictures with your own camera.Entrance to the park is free.
22.26047113.574234Zhuhai Museum(Châu hải thị bác vật quán Zhūhǎi shì bówùguǎn),191 Jingshan Road, Jida ( cát đại cảnh sơn lộ 191 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Jiuzhoucheng ( cửu châu thành ), which is served by over twenty bus routes),☏+86 756 3324708.09:00-17:00, no entry after 16:00, closed on Mondays.A museum about the history of the Zhuhai region. The museum also hosts travelling exhibitions from other parts of China.Free.

Historical sites

22.41479113.641475Former residence of Su Zhaozheng(Tô triệu chinh cố cư Sū Zhàozhēng Gùjū),461 Baishi Street, Qi'ao Island đường gia loan trấn kỳ úc bạch thạch nhai 461 hào(take bus K1, K2, K3, 3, 3A, 10, 10A, 68, or 69 to Tangjia Station đường gia trạm, then transfer to bus 85 to Qi'ao North Station kỳ úc bắc trạm).09:30–17:00.Former home of early 20th-century communist activist Su Zhaozheng (1885–1929). The home has been turned into a museum with exhibits about the history of the area, Su's life, and his role in a major strike in Hong Kong. Unfortunately none of the information is in English. Don't miss the wall made of oyster shells and the various other well-preserved historic houses and structures in the neighborhood, including some old temples.Free.(updated Feb 2019)
22.279402113.5727986Martyrs Cemetery(Liệt sĩ lăng viên Lièshì Língyuán),1149 Fenghuang Road ( phượng hoàng lộ 1149 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Baihuogongsi ( bách hóa công tư ), which is an important bus stop in Zhuhai.),☏+86 756 2225097.06:00-19:00.A memorial to the martyrs in the revolution in Zhuhai led by marshal Ye Jianying. It was transformed to a quiet place for citizens and tourists to relax and pay homage in the busy centre of the city now.Free.
22.289116113.5102027^{[dead link]}Meixi Royal Stone Archways(Mai khê bài phường Méixī Páifāng),268 Lüyou Road, Qianshan ( tiền sơn lữ du lộ 268 hào )(There is a bus stop named by this attraction, and it is served by many bus routes including routes 26, 36 and 70),☏+86 756 8635652,+86 756 8659577,[email protected].09:00-17:30.Built in 1886 and extended in 1891 under the orders of Emperor Guangxu, it was a memorial to praise Chen Fang, a consul of the Qing Empire. It was partly damaged during the Cultural Revolution, but not seriously. Chen Fang's former residence, which is just a few hundred metres east of the arches, can also be visited.¥50.

Parks and nature

22.10072113.532398^{[dead link]}Chimelong Ocean Kingdom(Trường long hải dương vương quốc),Fuxiang Bay, Hengqin ( hoành cầm tân khu phú tường loan )(The park is served by a number of public bus routes, including routes 14, 86, K10 and K11. There are also dedicated bus services from Zhuhai Airport, the Zhuhai Railway Station and the Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal, as well as from hotels owned by the Chimelong Group),toll-free:+86 400 8830083,[email protected].09:00-20:30.One of China's most popular theme parks. Includes the largest oceanarium in the world.¥350.(updated Apr 2018)
22.164176113.4401049Mangzhou Wetland Park(Mang châu thấp địa công viên or mang châu thấp địa công viên),Qinhai North Road, Hengqin Island ( hoành cầm cầm hải bắc lộ )(The most northwestern part of Hengqin Island. The nearest bus stop is Mangzhou Wetland Park, which is served by bus no. Z58).09:00-19:00.Located on the tip of Hengqin Island, the park is an excellent alternative to the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom if you don't want to pay for its ticket because the park is free. It's a place to escape the noise of city, enjoy the sea wind and the flow of water on the pontoon.Free.
22.432094113.65060310Qi'ao Mangrove Forest Wetland Park(Kỳ úc hồng thụ lâm thấp địa công viên),Qi'ao Island ( kỳ úc đảo )(take bus K1, K2, K3, 3, 3A, 10, 10A, 68, or 69 to Tangjia Station đường gia trạm, then transfer to bus 85 to Qi'ao North Station kỳ úc bắc trạm),☏+86 756 2239004.A province-level wetland preserve, also a good place to enjoy the nature and watch birds.Free.

Other sights

Lover's Road in Gongbei, Jida in background

22.23513113.5711111Lovers' Road(Tình lữ lộ; Qínglǚlù).It stretches along a big chunk of Zhuhai's eastern coastline, from near the border with Macau to well past the Fisher Girl statue. It's good for walking or biking, and offers a majestic view of the Macau skyline across the border, but the sea tends to be brown and muddy.
22.0459113.922112Zhuhai's many islands.One of Zhuhai's nicknames isthe city of a hundred islands(146 to be exact), and it has a number of islands that are accessible from ports by ferry boat (see the Districts Section for more information).

Doumen District

22.207401113.29798713Doumen District Museum(Đấu môn khu bác vật quán),2233 Xidi Road, Jing'an Town ( tỉnh ngạn trấn tây đê lộ 2233 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Jianfeng Garden ( tiêm phong hoa viên ), which is served by bus routes 303, 306, 308, 405, 411, 502, 503, 504, 510, 601 and 609, as well as the Gongbei-Xinhui bus line),☏+86 756-5103072.09:00-17:00, closed on Mondays and the eve of Chinese New Year.A general museum with exhibits on the history of the district. The museum is also known as the Zhaozhen Museum, a name given to honour John C. Young (Rong Zhaozhen), a famous Chinese-American army colonel whose father was born in Doumen's Longtan Village.Free.(updated Mar 2019)
22.236105113.19205914Doumen Old Street(Đấu môn cựu nhai, đấu môn cổ nhai Doumen Ancient Street, đấu môn thanh triều cổ nhai Doumen Qing Dynasty Street),Dama Road, Nanmen Village, Doumen Town ( đấu môn trấn nam môn thôn đại mã lộ )(Take bus K4 or 609 from the Xiangzhou Long-Distance Bus Station, get off at Nanmen ( nam môn ), then walk to Dama Road ( đại mã lộ ) via Erma Road ( nhị mã lộ )).A historic precinct featuring an agglomeration of old commercial buildings, most of which were built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries when Doumen was an important trading post.Free.(updated Mar 2019)

22.22742113.2239615Jintai Buddhist Temple(Kim đài tự; Jīntáisì),Doumen Town ( đấu môn trấn )(Take bus K4 or 609 from the Xiangzhou Long-Distance Bus Station, then a rickshaw to the temple entrance),☏+86 756 5797083.07:00-17:00.Scenic temple built at the end of the Song Dynasty, over 1,000 years old and well worth a visit if you are in this area.Free.

Do

Swim, sunbathe or go diving.At a number of islands which are approximately 50 minutes away by ferry (seeZhuhai Islands Sectionfor more details).
22.014599113.3825111China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition(Trung quốc quốc tế hàng không hàng thiên bác lãm hội)(near Zhuhai Airport),☏+86 756 3375602,fax:+86 756 3376415,[email protected].09:00-17:00.Held every two years, it's the biggest airshow in China, attracting thousands of people and companies around the world including well-known Boeing, Airbus and Ilyushin. This show has already become the top card of Zhuhai.¥500.
22.24941113.191092Imperial Yuwenquan Hot Springs(Ngự ôn tuyền),Huangyang Avenue West ( hoàng dương đại đạo tây )(In Doumen District, take bus 609),☏+86 756 5797128.The first Japanese-style open air hot spring in China. There are over 20 kinds of hot springs, massage rooms and sauna rooms. This is considered to be one of the best spa resorts in China. From Gongbei it takes about two hours to get to there by bus, or an hour and ~¥130 one-way by taxi.¥188.
22.245649113.5307993Lost City(Mộng huyễn thủy thành),Lanpu Road, Jiuzhou Avenue, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cửu châu đại đạo lan bộ lộ )(Take bus no. 1, 13, 25, 30, 62, 69, 991, 992 or b7 and get off at the New Yuanming Palace bus stop),☏+86 756 8610388.April 26th to June 15th: 11:00-18:00 (weekdays), 10:00-18:30 (weekends and public holidays). June 16th to September 2nd: 10:00-22:00. September 3rd to October 7th: 11:00-18:00 (weekdays), 10:00-18:30 (weekends and public holidays). Closed from October 8th to April 25th.A water park with an ancient Egyptian theme. Features numerous water slides, an 800-metre long lazy river, a 3000-square metre wave pool, and various other water-based amusements.¥135 (standard adult tickets), ¥95 (persons over 65), ¥95 (children between 1.2 and 1.5 metres in height). Children under 1.2 metres are free if accompanied by an adult.(updated Feb 2019)
22.069542113.1100254Ocean Spring Resort(Hải tuyền loan lữ du độ giả khu),Haiquanwan Road, Pingsha Town, Gaolan Port Economic Zone ( cao lan cảng kinh tế khu bình sa trấn hải tuyền loan lộ )(Bus routes 540, 608, 826-2 and z143. If coming here directly from Guangzhou, you may choose to arrive at the Pingsha Bus Station, which is only 10 km from the resort. There is also a special shuttle bus from the Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal, which makes a stopover at the Kee Kwan Bus Station in Gongbei. The shuttle bus charges ¥30 for a one-way ticket and ¥55 for a return ticket),☏+86 756 7728888.A major tourist resort on Zhuhai's far west coast.(updated Mar 2019)
- Dreams Theater(Mộng huyễn kịch tràng).Performances are usually held from 20:00 to 21:00, except on Mondays when the theater is closed.¥120.(updated Mar 2019)
- Mysterious Island Theme Park(Thần bí đảo chủ đề nhạc viên).10:00-17:00 (normal weekdays and weekends), 09:00-18:00 (public holidays).¥110.(updated Mar 2019)
- Ocean Hot Springs(Hải dương ôn tuyền).09:00-01:30.¥198.(updated Mar 2019)

22.367194113.5563895Zhuhai International Circuit(Châu hải quốc tế tái xa tràng; Zhūhǎi Guójì Sàichēchǎng).Here you can watch and enjoy the atmosphere of international auto and motorcycle racing, including the FIA GT Championship, A1GP (World Cup of Motorsports), Asian Formula 3 Series, Asian Festival of Speed and ZIC's very own Pan Delta Super Racing Festival. It is also possible to take the ride of a lifetime by buckling up on board Asia's one-and-only 2-seater formula car and being driven by an ART Motorsports professional racing driver. Receive expert instruction and spend a half hour on the actual race course in a formula car for HK$1500. Enjoy the ride yourself, or with a group of friends in a full 30-minute session doing 2 to 3 laps each. You can also rent go karts and motorcycles for use on a separate track.
22.287113.5842036Zhuhai Opera House(Châu hải đại kịch viện),129 Yuwan Road, Yeli Island ( dã li đảo ngư loan lộ 129 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Riyuebei ( nhật nguyệt bối ), which is served by Bus No.Z11 only.),☏+86 756 2221177,[email protected].09:00-18:00.A shell-like theater which made itself a new symbol of Zhuhai. The shape is also originated from the legend of the Fisher Girl. It's the only theater located on an island in China.Free.

Golf

There are several golf courses in the area. These are popular with Hong Kong players who come on weekends as they are cheaper and less crowded than those inHong Kong.For more details seeGolf in China.There is also a driving range in Jida. This is accessible via the #4 bus. Golf equipment is readily available and cheap in Zhuhai, but allbrandedclubs are knock-offs of varying qualities. There are several small golf shops in the underground shopping complex at the Macau border, several on Lianhua Lu (Lotus Road) in Gongbei, and two larger ones across the road from the driving range in Jida.

22.105104113.3639047Golden Gulf Golf Club(Kim loan cao nhĩ phu câu nhạc bộ),2000 Jinwan Avenue, Jinwan District ( kim loan khu kim loan đại đạo 2000)(There is a bus stop just outside the golf club, which is served by bus routes 201, 207, 504, 801 and z102),☏+86 756 7631888,[email protected].07:00-18:00.Features a 27-hole golf course designed by Scottish golf champion Colin Montgomerie. Accommodation is available on-site at the Golden Gulf Golf Hotel ( châu hải kim loan cao nhĩ phu tửu điếm ).Prices for non-members start from ¥575.(updated Feb 2019)
22.369477113.5740788Zhuhai Golf Club(Châu hải cao nhĩ phu câu nhạc bộ),Tangjiawan, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu đường gia loan )(The nearest bus stop is the Pearl Land ( trân châu nhạc viên ) bus stop, which is served by bus routes 3, 3a, 10, 10a, 66, 68 and 69. You can also catch a free shuttle bus from the Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal, which runs twice a day on weekdays and three times a day on weekends and public holidays. Seats on the shuttle bus heading to the golf club must be booked at least one day in advance while seats on the return journey must be booked at least 2 hours in advance),☏+86 756 3311673,+86 756 3311173,+86 756 3311674.07:00-18:00.Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday prices for non members: ¥730 (18-hole course), ¥530 (9-hole course). Monday and Friday prices for non-members: ¥930 (18-hole course), ¥650 (9-hole course). Weekend & public holiday prices for non-members: ¥1480 (18-hole course), ¥1000 (9-hole course).(updated Feb 2019)

Learn

Sun Yat-Sen University( trung sơn đại học, SYSU). The largest campus of this famous university in southern China is located in Tangjiawan, Zhuhai, consisting of 14 schools. About 9,000 students study here.
Jinan University( ký nam đại học, JNU). There's a delicate campus of Jinan University in Qianshan, Zhuhai, consisting of 7 schools and about 5,000 students.
Beijing Institute of Technology, Zhuhai( bắc kinh lý công đại học châu hải học viện, BITZH). A university academic affiliated college of BIT, consisting 13 academic schools with about 26,000 students.
Zhuhai College of Jilin University( cát lâm đại học châu hải học viện ). Consisting of 24 schools and about 30,000 students.

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Gongbei

Always inspect the product before paying for it and leaving the shop. Also, note down where you bought the item. You will never get a refund, but Gongbei shop owners are surprisingly diligent about protecting their reputation, so they will more than likely exchange defective merchandise.

22.22271113.550621Lianhua Road(Liên hoa lộ; Liánhuālù; lit. Lotus Road; also known as Walking Street ( bộ hành nhai; Bùxíngjiē))(Parallel to Yingbin Road and a block east of it, at the south end it starts on the west side of the bus station opposite the northeast exit from the underground complex at the Macau border).Pedestrian-only street. The merchandise available here is similar to what you find in the underground shopping mall, primarily clothing and electronics. There is also a Bank Of China branch here with ATMs for foreign cards.

22.21962113.548842Underground shopping complex(Củng bắc địa hạ quảng tràng; Gǒngběi Dìxià Guǎngchǎng)(Right below theMacauborder crossing in Gongbei, take the escalator or walk down the stairs).This is a huge complex; the entire open concrete area in front of the border crossing has two floors of shops under it. There are several hundred shops, many with goods targeted at tourists, such as clothing and shoes, jade and other jewelery, handicrafts e.g. Tibetan accessories, and consumer electronics. There are also many CDs and DVDs for sale at cheap prices, although they are unlicensed copies. Also available in abundance are imitation watches with incredible resemblance to the real ones (e.g. Rolex, Breitling, Patek Philippe, Movado, and Omega). Even among these knock-offs, differences in grade can be seen for the same model in different shops. Whatever you buy here, alwaysbargainand bargain hard. Mind your bags for pickpockets too.

Yingbin Road(Nghênh tân lộ; Yíngbīnlù)(The main street that goes straight north from the border, number one and two north exits from the underground complex lead to opposite sides of Yingbin Road).It has several large shopping complexes with everything from cheap Chinese goods to trendy pricey international brands. On the left, there isWanjia Department Store( vạn gia bách hóa or formerly vạn giai bách hóa;Wànjiā Bǎihuò), which is the most recognizable landmark in Gongbei. Any local or taxi driver will know where it is. Slightly further up, there is also theYingbin Plaza( nghênh tân quảng tràng;Yíngbīn Guǎngchǎng) on the right which has a McDonald's on the ground floor and a KFC right above it. Most of the shops here sell clothing.
22.226036113.5464243Your Family Store(Hựu nhất gia; Yòuyījiā Chāoshì),152 Yuehua Road, Gongbei, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu củng bắc việt hoa lộ 152 hào )(From Gongbei, take bus 2).

Jida

The main drag inJidais Jingshan Road ( cảnh sơn lộ; Jǐngshānlù) and it has two blocks of nice department stores:

22.230436113.5462894Tongluowan Shopping Mall(Đồng la loan; Tóngluówān)(From Gongbei, take bus 2).
22.257696113.5752075Zhuhai Jida Duty Free Shopping Mall(Châu hải cát đại miễn thuế thương tràng; Zhūhǎi Jídà Miǎnshuì Shāngchǎng),220 Jingshan Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cảnh sơn lộ 220 hào )(From Gongbei, take bus 2).
22.25907113.575036Zhuhai Shopping Mall(Châu hải bách hóa; Zhūhǎi Bǎihuò, Zhuhai Department Store)(From Gongbei, take bus 2).

Xiangzhou

22.276013113.5738487Computers and electronics(On the second corner south of Jusco (Wanzaisha Bus Stop)).Two large buildings full of computer and electronics shops. This is the place to go in Zhuhai for anything computer or electronics related.
22.27907113.574038Xiangzhou Shopping Mall and Yangming Plaza(From the border, take bus 2 or the sightseeing bus).Has plenty of shops, and is generally less touristy than Jida or Gongbei. Many locals shop here to buy their Chinese brand name clothing. The main street has the Japanese department (and grocery) storeJusco.There are also a number of other shops and several fairly large shopping complexes along the street north of Jusco.

Western groceries

To shop for imported groceries, including items such as cheese, chocolate, and milk, try

AEON,There are two AEON stores in Zhuhai, one at Yangming Plaza ( dương danh quảng tràng ) on Fenghuang Road, one at Aoyuan Plaza ( áo viên quảng tràng ) on Meijie Road.AEON (formerly Jusco and still called Jusco by many locals) is the place many Zhuhai expats go to buy groceries. Even though they seem to specialise in Japanese food, you can also find some decent western items at fair prices. More expensive than other supermarkets but carries a much wider range of products. Special discounts on Tuesdays and after 20:00 everyday.
Carrefour(Near the end of bus lines 7 and 9).There are two Carrefour supermarkets. The one in Jida has western food available; the other one does not

Eat

Cantonese cuisine is commonplace, but street food stalls and restaurants featuring food from all over China are also easily found. Seafood is a local specialty.

Budget

Street food

Gongbei Seafood(If you are standing at the border facing North, follow the street running West parallel to the border around 100 meters past the border area and several of the hotels, and then take any side street North and wind your way into a large outdoor eating area with scores of low key outdoor restaurants).There is a multitude of outdoor eating establishments with high quality seafood in Gongbei near the Macau border. Simply wandering around would probably work, but one large area with many such establishments is just Northwest of the border. Only a 5 minute walk from the border, any type of seafood can be had here (crab, oysters, prawns, large fish and the more exotic variety) as well as other non-seafood dishes that are just as good. They are authentic and much cheaper than anything you can find in the more pricey restaurants. Keep an eye out for the people cleaning large stacks of oysters.

Other tasty local grub in Gongbei can be found on any of the side streets off of Lianhua Lu (Lotus Road).

Jinding Barbeque(On Jinding's main street, can be reached via bus 10 or 3).The BBQ opens around 17:30 and ends around 24:00.By far the largest outdoor street barbeque in Zhuhai. The BBQ is over 100 meters long, with scores of proprietary stalls and tables (who vigorously compete against one another). Steam rises, motorcycles whiz by, and music blares from shops as dozens of proprietary stands serve up street specialties (such as spicy grilled squid tentacles) well into the night to a lively crowd seated at plastic tables and chairs. Meals are served on plastic bag covered plates and beer from the thinnest plastic cups in the world! Come here to experience regular Chinese street life, and leave full and satisfied.

Restaurants

22.22181113.550811Macanese Vegetarian Buffet(Úc môn phát tẩu dưỡng sinh ma phòng),2A, Level 2, Laimeili Women's World, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu lai mị lực nữ nhân thế giới 2 lâu 2A)(Level 2A, in the Laimeili Women's World ( mị lực nữ nhân thế giới ) building southeast and diagonally opposite Bank of China on walking street. Look for the escalators up, then turn right twice.),☏+8615338151373.Lunch roughly 11-3PM, dinner roughly 4:50-9PM.Buddhist vegetarian restaurant offering unlimited all you can eat vegetarian buffet including everything from cooked vegetarian Chinese dishes through cakes and pastries, cold dishes, noodle bar, fresh fruit, fresh real fruit juices, various teas, various soups, even vegetarian pizza! Tremendously popular and great value.¥46 (one off) or ¥35 (if buying 10x tickets).

For a cheap and filling snack, look for the tiny noodle places run by Muslims.

Muslim Restaurant(next to Wanzaisha Bus Station in Xiangzhou).One good one.

Mid-range

Western food

22.236742113.5354642Azur Restaurant(Trung lam hải tây xan thính),Shop 1-04, Building 9, Midtown, 2055 Jiuzhou Avenue West, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cửu châu đại đạo tây 2055 hào phú hoa lí 9 đống 1-04 thất )(Buses that stop outside the Midtown ( phú hoa lí ) commercial complex include routes, 1, 14, 25, 30, 60, 202, 603, 605 609, 826-2, 992, b2, b7, b8, k6, k7 and k9.),☏+86 756 8694868,[email protected].10:00-02:00.Very good Mediterranean cuisine with a Croatian chef. The menu is quite small and constantly changes according to seasons and what's freshly available on the market. Most of the items on the menu are handmade, including bread, pastas, gnocchi etc. They also do excellent events with great musicians from all over the world. They are linked to the Hong Kong Jazz Festival, and occasionally bands that play in Hong Kong also play at Azur.Main courses from ¥60-130.

Cantonese

22.273143113.5728333Jenny's Cafe(Giản nhất già phê),10 Haibin Road North, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu hải tân bắc lộ 10 hào )(Bus 69 one stop past Jusco, it is on the right side of the road, just past the Cinema/Great Hall of Zhuai.).A neat, cozy, jazz infused cafe serving mostly Chinese food but with an extensive and reasonably priced drinks menu that includes coffee, tea and some alcoholic drinks. (It's tucked back from the road, but easily seen due to the large signage around the door.)average.
22.256847113.5843414May Flower Restaurant(Hoàng triều ngũ nguyệt hoa đại tửu lâu; Huángcháo Wǔyuèhuā Dàjiǔlóu),3F, Ridong Square, 49 Qinglü Middle Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu tình lữ trung lộ 49 hào nhật đông quảng tràng 3 lâu; Xiāngzhōuqū Qínglǚzhōnglù Rìdōngguǎngchǎng),☏+86 756 3230000.Offers excellent seafood. As in many places in this area, you pick your fish from tanks. You may also pick your own vegetables and specify the cooking methods. This is not the kind of place to come if you like to pick things off a menu, but if you are willing to select your food while it is still swimming, it is a great choice. There is a large airplane attached to the front of the building.
Shishen Seafood City(Thực thần hải tiên thành; Shíshén Hǎixiān Chéng).

22.224849113.5533425Shishen Seafood City Gongbei Branch(Củng bắc điếm),108 Gaosha Middle Street, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cao sa trung nhai 108 hào; Xiāngzhōuqū Gāoshāzhōngjiē)(Near the border, a short distance along the road by the clock tower),☏+86 756 8132108.
22.342828113.5877726Shishen Seafood City Tangjia Branch(Đường gia điếm),Gangwan Avenue, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cảng loan đại đạo; Xiāngzhōuqū Gǎngwāndàdào)(A bit north of town on the coastal road, take bus 3 or 10 or the sightseeing bus),☏+86 756 3611726.In an interesting old building

Other Chinese

Food from other regions of China is also available. Hunan and Sichuan food is common.

Within walking distance north of Jusco on the main street of Xiangzhou, there are many restaurants:

Turn right at the first corner (KFC) for a big seafood restaurant and a good Sichuan restaurant.
Turn left at the seafood restaurant, and 20 meters along the side street will be an alley on your right with assorted cheap local restaurants.
At the end of the alley, turn left again for more of the same, including a good Muslim noodles place about half a block along on your right.
Back on the main street, turn left at the first pedestrian overpass for good Northeast China (Dongbei) food.

There is a fine Xinjiang restaurant on bus 4 route, one stop north of the Jida ferry port. That is part of a cluster of at least a dozen mid-range restaurants in a newly developed area.

Other Asian

Around the border shopping area, there are a number of good and reasonably priced Thai restaurants.

Pizza

There are several good pizza places, popular with the local expatriate community:

22.215538113.5208847Amici Miei Authentic Italian Restaurant,Châu hải thị hoa phạt thế kỷ thành(Enter Huafa Century City, turning right at the main entrance. Pass Starbucks and Amici Miei in on the right, on the second floor. Access on the waterfront.).Truly authentic Italian cuisine, owned and operated by Italians, Amici Miei is the latest addition to Zhuhai's pizza scene.
22.363847113.594858Mr Pizza,Level 2, K-Box Houfang, Tangren Commercial Street, Tangjia Town ( đường gia trấn đường nhân nhai thương nghiệp nhai K-BOX hậu phương 2 lâu )(The nearest bus stop is the Tangjia Market ( đường gia thị tràng ), which is served by bus routes 3a, 3, 10a, 10, 66, 68, 69, 85, k1, k2, k3, z75 and z76),☏+86 756 3666885.Imported wine is available here. The restaurant also has a small deli where you can buy cheese and other goodies. The first owner was an Englishman named Ken, but Mr. Pizza is now under new management.Pizza is ¥40-80. Happy Hour 17:30-19:00 with beer at half price.
22.258374113.5746589Pizza Hut (Jida Branch)(Tất thắng khách ( cát đại xan thính )),Level 1, Zhuhai Duty Free Mall, 220 Jingshan Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cảnh sơn lộ 220 hào châu hải miễn thuế thương tràng 1 tằng ).Approximately half the cheese used in US Pizza Huts.
22.236906113.53544110Portofino Ristorante Italiano(Ba thác phỉ nặc xan thính tửu ba),102 Building 9, Midtown, 2021 Jiuzhou Avenue West, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cửu châu đại đạo tây 2021 hào phú hoa lí 9 đống 102 thất ),☏+867568150111,[email protected].After 11:30AM or so.A reliable source of good Italian food. Two beers on tap.¥100-120/pizza. Extremely expensive wine..
22.363129113.59443711Uncle Mike's Pizza and Chicken,10-105 Building 5, Tangren Street, 3399 Tangqi Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu đường kỳ lộ 3399 hào đường nhân nhai 5 đống 105-10)(Under the Old Chinese Junk).Great pizza and chicken is now accompanied by a partner Italian Restaurant and the Down Under Pub.

Pizza can also be found in other local restaurants, including a local chain called Pizza Coffee, but the pizza is not very appealing to Western tastes.

Splurge

Chinese

22.281187113.58038812Deyuefang Seafood Restaurant(Đắc nguyệt phương hải tiên tửu lâu; Déyuèfáng Hǎixiān Jiǔlóu),Inside Mingting Park, Yeli Island, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu dã li đảo danh đình công viên nội; Xiāngzhōuqū Yělídǎo Míngtínggōngyuánnèi)(From Gongbei, take bus 9 or the sightseeing bus along Qinglu Road (Lovers' Road) until you see the ship and bridge on your right, just as the bus turns left, get off the bus and walk across the bridge; from Jusco, walk south along the main street to the first corner and turn left, the bridge is one block ahead),☏+86 756 2251188.Large and popular high-end seafood place on an impressive looking boat in Xiangzhou harbour.

Pub food

22.362621113.59395813The Old Chinese Junk(Cổ thuyền tây xan thính; Gǔchuán Xīcāntīng),5-401 Tangrenshangye Street, 3399 Tangqi Road, Tangjiawan District ( đường gia loan đường kỳ lộ 3399 hào đường nhân thương nghiệp nhai 5 đống 401 hào; Tángjiāwān Tángqílù Tángrénshāngyèjiē(4th floor of the shopping-center-like-complex, near the Dragon Opera house, the bar is connected to the Longmen Hotel and can reached using their elevator),☏+86 756 3319668.The Old Chinese Junk in Tangjia is a rooftop restaurant and pub run by an Englishman named Mike.

Japanese

There are several notable Japanese restaurants in Zhuhai:

22.227061113.50509214Musashi(Võ tàng nhật thức liêu lý),Shop A3023a, Level 3, Block A, Huafa Mall, 8 Zhuhai Avenue, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu châu hải đại đạo 8 hào hoa phát thương đô A quán 3 tằng A3023a hào phô )(Buses that stop outside Huafa Mall include routes 14, 16, 18, 25, 34, 61, 81, 87, 201, 202, 207, 601, 601b, 603, 605, 608, 609, 991, b2, n20, z12 and several others),☏+86 756 8330521.11:00-22:00.Large upscale Japanese restaurant.Expect to pay over ¥200 per head.
22.278322113.57464415Sushi-Oh(Thọ tư hoàng),Shop 4009, Level 4, Section 2, Yangming Plaza, 1066 Fenghuang Road South, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu phượng hoàng nam lộ 1066 hào dương danh quảng tràng nhị kỳ 4 lâu L4009 phô )(Bus routes that stop near Yangming Plaza ( dương danh quảng tràng ) include routes 2, 3, 3a, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 26, 56, 69, 99, 204, 605, b2, b3, b5, b6, k3 and z11),☏+86 756 2138009.Good conveyor belt style sushi restaurant.A bit pricey. An average meal costs over ¥100.

Other

Indian Restaurant(In Gongbei, a couple of blocks north of McDonalds on the main street (Yingbin Lu) running north from the border).The name refers to the Native American Indian decor of the restaurant, not curries and nan bread. The specialty is high-priced steak that is no more than tolerable. However, you might consider going for the decor, which is American Plains Indian with a few pieces of Northwestern coastal art. The waitresses there wear fringed skirts with feathers in their hair.

Drink

Zhuhai is known for its nightlife due to its status as a tourist destination for Chinese nationals, and as a playground for Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan businessmen looking for female company. Whether it's enjoying Chinese street life, mixing it up with all walks of life on Walking Street, sipping cocktails on Bar Street, or hitting the wild electronic discos, Zhuhai has what you're looking for!

Lotus Road

For a truly unique experience, have a beer or coffee at one of the couple dozen open-air bar booths along Linhua Road ( liên hoa lộ;Liánhuālù;lit. Lotus Road; also known as Walking Street ( bộ hành nhai;Bùxíngjiē)). It is parallel to Yingbin Road and a block east of it, starting on the western side of Gongbei Bus Station, opposite the northeast exit from the underground shopping complex at the Macau border. By day, it is a busy pedestrians-only shopping street with numerous shops.

It transforms into a spectacular must-see atmosphere at night. There are many small outdoor bars, 3 or 4 meters square with a few stools on each side. In the middle is an open area for the bar girls. These girls earn commission on the drinks so their goal is to get you to buy as much beer as possible, partly by helping you put it back and often by winning at various games where the loser must drink. They are experts; do not expect to win. Also, do not expect to take one of them home; they are professional flirts, not prostitutes.

There are many streetwalkers in the area and offers from them are common, although prostitution is illegal in China. There are also beggars who offer to sing or shine your shoes, or present their pet monkey or simply point to their baby sadly.

There are two groups of outdoor bars with the one further south nearer the border emphasizing food (nothing special) and the one a little further north emphasizing drinks. There is a stretch of shops in between the two areas. Drinks are cheap (¥18 for a bottle of beer, fresh fruit juice or cup of coffee), and you get to meet all sorts of travelers, expats, Hong Kong and Macau residents coming over for shopping or cheaper entertainment, local wannabes, and working girls. Hanging out here is by far one of the most interesting things to do in Zhuhai. Use common sense late at night, as things can get pretty wild. Most stalls are open till 03:00 and a few stay open later for enthusiastic customers.

Bar Street

Bar Street ( tửu ba nhai; Jiǔbājiē), at around 300 meters long, is a well-established, modern strip of more upscale bars, some featuring live music. It is easily the first place newcomers to Zhuhai go to experience the energy and liveliness of life in Zhuhai after dark. This strip primarily caters to Chinese businessmen, Chinese yuppies, and moneyed or uninformed tourists. It is one block inland and a 20-minute walk from the Gongbei border. Follow the street with the clock tower until it becomes Bar Street.

22.229228113.5564141No. 88 Bar(Mã nghĩ bát bát Mayi Baba),First Bar on Bar Street. 203-209 Shuiwan Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu thủy loan lộ 203-209 hào )(At the Corner of Bar Street (Shuiwan Road) and Lian'an Road. The nearest bus stop is Yinhai Xincun ( ngân hải tân thôn ), which is served by bus no. 4).By far the most popular bar in Zhuhai is the no. 88 bar. It's on the corner and the first bar you see when you approach bar street. It's ¥380 for a dozen beers or ¥500 for a bottle of whiskey like Jack Daniel's or Chivas Regal. Beware of the bottle service though, you might get counterfeit alcohol and feel like crap afterwards. The best thing about this place is that most of the females that show up are customers themselves, as opposed to the other bars on bar street where most of the females work for the bar. open till 05:00.¥50.
22.230322113.5574542Casa Pepe(Casa pepe an phúc hội nghệ thuật xan thính),215-217 Shuiwan Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu thủy loan lộ 215-217 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Yinhai Xincun ( ngân hải tân thôn ), which is served by bus no. 4.),☏+86 18688182268.Quiet place where you can sip red wine and have some fine dining. They have a private room in the back.
22.229516113.5570213Cohiba(Tây dương hội · bồ quốc thiêu khảo tây xan · tửu ba, Xi Yang Hui),203-209 Shuiwan Road ( hương châu khu thủy loan lộ 203-209 hào )(The nearest bus stop is Rihua Huayuan ( nhật hoa hoa viên ), which is served by bus nos. 4, 9, 13 and 99),☏+86 756 8892444.Older crowd with quiet outdoor seating and fireplace outside. Indoor seating with live singers and dancers. A nice break once in a while from the hardcore partying at Bar 88.¥20-30 for beer, more for cocktails.
22.231282113.5573734Hill Cocktail,Basement level, 223 Shuiwan Road, Xiangzhou District hương châu khu thủy loan lộ 223 hào phụ nhất tằng địa diếu(The nearest bus stop is Yinhai Xincun ( ngân hải tân thôn ), which is served by bus no. 4).The only bar of its kind in Zhuhai where the bartenders actually mix cocktails according to specifications. For example a Long Island Ice Tea actually has 5 different kinds of alcohol in it. If you order this in other bars it's just a mix of lemon iced tea and vodka. Located in the basement of a hotel up the ramp from back street. It's a quiet setting - good for romancing a date you just met at the other clubs. The bar has another branch on the 19th floor of the Harbour View Hotel ( di cảnh loan đại tửu điếm ) in Jida.
22.231013113.5582415La Bohemia(Quế duyên bồ quốc xan thính),Level 1, Haiwan Haoyuan, 225 Shuiwan Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu thủy loan lộ 225 hào hải loan hào uyển 1 lâu )(The first bar / restaurant on Bar Street when coming from the North East. The nearest bus stop is Yinhai Xincun ( ngân hải tân thôn ), which is served by bux no. 4),☏+86 756 8896683.Aside from the hugely popular Friday night Latin dance parties, La Bohemia offers excellent Portuguese food, Mediterranean food and Asian dishes, as well as a large selection of fine wines and cocktails.

Zhuhai is heavily infested withpickpocketsand bar street is among their favorite areas. Beware of pairs of well-dressed young men who quietly follow groups of revelers; typically they have razor blades for cutting open pockets,

Discos

Your best bet is to hit your bar of choice first and then inquire and explore. The discos tend to be large, intense, heavily into generic Chinese imitation euro-trance music, and popular with the young and rebellious. Cover charges may or may not apply, drinks are expensive by Chinese standards (generally ¥30 or more). Be careful with your possessions as these places are notorious for pickpockets.

There are numerous discos in Zhuhai that will allow you to continue your night into the morning. There are several in Gongbei within a short cab ride of either Bar Street or Walking Street:

(On Walking Street near the food stands closer to the Macau border, look for the escalator going down from the street).Open until 06:00.Disco with lots of action.

There are several slightly smaller, dance type clubs located right onBar Street.

TheXiangzhouandJidaareas also have popular discos.

Karaoke

For singing and drinking in private rooms with your friends, the following places charge per hour for the room and drinks are bought separately in the mini-supermarket within the facilities.

Gongbei

22.222458113.539716Sea & Sand(Hải sa ba),Shop E16, 3 Huaping, Road, Xiawan, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu hạ loan hoa bình lộ 3 hào E16 hào phô )(The nearest bus stop is Guoshou Dasha ( quốc thọ đại hạ ), which is served by bus nos. 11, 35 and 62),☏+86 756 8110111.Small karaoke lounge with private rooms on 2nd floor.¥15 a beer.

Jida

22.257749113.5815527Xing Ge Hui Discount KTV(Tinh ca hội lượng phiến thức KTV),Level 1, West Wing Podium Building, 2 Jida Road, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu cát đại lộ 2 hào quốc hội tây trắc quần lâu nhất lâu )(The nearest bus stop is Junyi Huayuan ( quân di hoa viên ), which is served by bus nos. 9 and 25),☏+86 756 3227788.

There are a handful of karaoke establishments across the street from the McDonald's as well.

Xiangzhou

There are many KTVs in Xiangzhou.

Jinding

Come to Jinding Barbeque for a unique dining experience and beers aplenty (see Eat Section) and then go toJinding Karaoke Bar Street,an off-the-beaten-path strip of about 10 truly hole-in-the-wall karaoke bars located northeast of the main street in Jinding. Come here if you want to experience where real salt-of-the-earth working class Chinese people go to get their drinks and howl at high decibel levels into a microphone. It is not easily reached by walking if you do not know where you are going, but it is easy to flag down any of the locals and get a ride on their motorcycle (takes about 3 minutes and costs ¥5) or take any of the taxi vans parked all around the middle of the main street. Just motion that you want to drink and sing and point in an eastward direction from the center of the main street to convey the message. You will be popular here and may be encouraged to join someone's table and drink gratis as most locals will be surprised a foreigner would come here. Drink plenty of beer or bring earplugs or both to dull the volume of the howling.

Other options

The Blarney Stonein theCrowne Plaza Zhuhai City Center( châu hải việt tài hoàng quan giả nhật tửu điếm ) (listed in the Sleep section below) has quite a number of beers on tap. It is located in Jida. It features live western music performed by Filipino groups, among others, on some nights (usually weekends). The German beers on tap are rather expensive at ¥58 (+15%) but ¥23 (+15%) for a pint of draught Filipino San Miguel is rather a good deal, especially during happy hour (18:00-20:00 everyday) when it is buy one get one free. Although the Irish decor is pretty average, it is a large and comfortable venue for those who are looking for a tamer night out. One of the cheaper hotel bars in Zhuhai and enjoys a reasonable mix of clientèle for a bar in a western hotel.

22.360332113.5930898Dragon Union Opera House(Tụ long ca kịch viện),Dragon Union Hotel, Building D, Tangjia Commercial Plaza, Shanfang Road, Tangjiawan, Xiangzhou District ( hương châu khu đường gia loan sơn phòng lộ đường gia thương nghiệp quảng tràng D đống tụ long tửu điếm nội )(The nearest bus stop is Tangjia Market ( đường gia thị tràng ), which is served by bus nos. 3, 3a, 10, 10a, 66, 68, 69, 85, k1, k3, z75 and z76),☏+86 756 3317888,[email protected].a large entertainment venue inside the Dragon Union Hotel ( tụ long tửu điếm ), occasionally featuring live, perhaps tacky, variety shows with acrobats, jugglers, rope climbers and singers, etc. Beer is expensive during shows. There is also a floor dedicated to massages. There are quite a few karaoke rooms available, complete with furniture, beds, food, drink, choice of girls, and optional adult entertainment options to fulfill your every need no matter how unusual. Known even in Hong Kong as a destination for those seeking an 'all inclusive' karaoke experience, it can be as tame or as involved as you want it to be.

Sleep

Hotels in Zhuhai are reasonably priced. Travelers on tight budgets can opt for budget or midrange hotels. Most people choose to stay inGongbeidue to its proximity to attractions, nightlife, the Macau border, and its variety of conveniently located and reasonable hotels.Jidahas primarily upscale hotels that business travelers sometimes opt for, which are usually conveniently located. Some are further away and require taking taxis or the bus. Further out,Xiangzhoualso has a variety of options at different price ranges. The Northern districts ofTangjiaandJindingare further removed from the action of Zhuhai and offer very cheap hotels.

Budget

Most budget travelers opt for low end hotels, and there are a number of legitimate cheaper hotels inGongbeiwith low prices between ¥160 and ¥230. Talking your way intoChinese onlyhotels may land you prices in the ¥120 to ¥150 range. Some hotels inXiangzhoucan be had for as little as ¥100 to ¥120, and in the Northern districts ofTangjiaorJindinghotels can be had for as low as ¥80 if you look around. However, for those who truly want rock bottom prices somewhere other than a hotel, there is budget lodging in the form of hostels, and private rooms offered by individuals or families.

Massage parlours

On the Walking Street in Gongbei there are at least three massage parlours. If you arrive after 21:00 you may pay ¥60 to ¥88 (depending on the room type) for two hours of traditional Chinese massage and they will let you sleep until mid-day without additional payment. In one establishment you may have the room to yourself. It has television and air-conditioning. In the others you share a room with four other guests.

Private rooms

Touts outside the Xiangzhou bus station offer accommodation, often in private apartments with the family on bunk beds in the living room so the bedrooms can earn money. ¥50 a night is usual. These are usually clean and have a TV in every room, but up several flights of stairs and with a squat toilet.

Hostels

22.260395113.5149951Sunferia Inn,15F Cuiweixizhu Building, Qianshan ( tiền sơn thúy vi tây châu đại hạ 15 tằng; Qiánshān Cuìwēixīzhūdàshà),☏+86 756 8534821.Doubles ¥150.
22.242066113.5788592Zhuhai Youth Hostel,9 Shihua East Road, Jida(On bus route 4, inside Zhuhai Holiday Resort),☏+86 756 3332038,+86 756 3333838,fax:+86 756 3333311.Dorms ¥60, breakfast ¥5.

Gongbei hotels

There are at least a dozen hotels within short walking distance of the Gongbei border, mostly either cheap or mid-range (¥150-400) ones. You can bargain the prices down and normally they havespecial prices,around half the listed price. On the other hand, it is not uncommon to see a low price on the sign, but find when you go in that only more expensive rooms are available, sometimes this is true, sometimes it is an effort to coax you into a more expensive room. Adventurous single male travelers can scout around for rock bottom prices, and may be able to find a room for as little as ¥120-130 if they can talk theseChinese only hotelsinto accepting them, which is not always possible. Single female travelers, those with young families, or those fearing excessive street noise or noise from other guests should have no trouble landing a room for ¥175-275 (with an elevator, bellhop, restaurant, etc.), which anyone would feel more than comfortable staying in. Most of the hotels located around the border fall into this category. The available options are plentiful so looking around for a hotel that suits you may be the best plan.

22.226797113.54934437 Days Inn - Zhuhai Gongbei Port Pedestrian Street Branch(7 thiên liên tỏa tửu điếm châu hải củng bắc khẩu ngạn bộ hành nhai điếm),138 Yuehua Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc việt hoa lộ 138 hào; Gǒngběi Yuèhuálù)(The nearest bus stop is Yindu ( ngân đô ), which is served by bus routes 4, 9, 13, 36, 99 and 101),☏+86 756 8867688.Check-in:14:00,check-out:12:00.From ¥188.
22.225559113.5500554Dahai Hotel(Đạt hải tửu điếm)(in the middle of the Walking Street bar area).Clean rooms, television and air-conditioning. Some rooms even have bathtubs, which is unusual in China. This is a great place to stay, provided you do not mind the music from nearby bars which is audible until the wee hours, or the fact that some rooms are rented by the hour.¥130.
22.221359113.5499985Friendship Hotel(Hữu nghị tửu điếm; Yǒuyì Jiǔdiàn),46 Youyi Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc hữu nghị lộ 46 hào; Yǒuyìlù)(just opposite the Gongbei border, if you are at the border, facing town, it is just to the left of the bus station, it is almost directly across the street as you emerge from the Macau border crossing),☏+86 756 8131818.The hotel is at a convenient location for accessing the Macau border crossing, or Walking Street for commencing the night's activities. It is nothing amazing, but it is clean and safe, having typical hotel services.Price for a basic room is around ¥180-200 on weekdays and ¥230 on weekends; a room upgrade for another ¥30 is worth the price.
22.221552113.5348316Jin Sha Gong Guan(Kim toa công quán),20th floor of the building where COCO is located(upstairs COCO club).The entire building has been converted to studio apartments, but the 20th floor is still available for rent on a nightly basis. They have Korean and Japanese style rooms.¥198.
22.224303113.551237Kapok Hotel(Châu hải mộc miên hoa tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Mùmiánhuā Jiǔdiàn),Inside Bianjian Courtyard, 2 Qiaoguang Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc kiều quang lộ 2 hào biên kiểm đại viện nội; Gǒngběi Qiáoguānglù Biānjiǎndàyuànnèi),☏+86 756 8804000,fax:+86 756 8804005.Three-star hotel with small rooms and free internet. The cheapest rooms are very small and have no windows or internet. Business center, beauty salon, ticket office, karaoke, massage and sauna available. Coffee shop but no restaurant.Listed rates for doubles from ¥288, discounted from ¥128, no breakfast available.

Other hotels

22.243845113.5717268Home Inn (Zhuhai Jida)(Như gia khoái tiệp tửu điếm ( châu hải cát đại điếm ); Rújiā Kuàijié jiǔdiàn (Zhūhǎi Jídàdiàn)),58-26 Shihua East Road, Jida ( cát đại thạch hoa đông lộ 58 hào 26 đống; Jídà Shíhuā Dōnglù),☏+86 756 3375111,fax:+86 756 3375000.Listed rates for doubles from ¥189, discounted from ¥159, breakfast ¥12.
22.282368113.5656639Home Inn (Zhuhai Xiangzhou)(Như gia khoái tiệp tửu điếm ( châu hải hương châu điếm ); Rújiā kuàijié jiǔdiàn (Zhūhǎi Xiāngzhōu Diàn)),158 Shishan Road, Xiangzhou ( hương châu sư sơn lộ 158 hào; Xiāngzhōu Shīshānlù).Listed rates for doubles from ¥179, discounted from ¥139, breakfast ¥12.
22.260178113.51129810Jiahe Business Hotel(Châu hải gia hòa uyển thương vụ tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Jiāhéyuàn Shāngwù jiǔdiàn),Cuizhu Industrial Zone, Qianshan, Xiangzhou ( hương châu tiền sơn thúy châu công nghiệp khu; Xiāngzhōu Qiánshān Cuìzhū Gōngyè Qū),☏+86 756 3897788,fax:+86 756 3893999.Large rooms with internet access against surcharge. Chinese restaurant.Listed rates for doubles from ¥295, discounted from ¥148, no breakfast available.
22.241122113.55919111Zhuhai State Grid Energy Hotel(Châu hải quốc năng tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Guónéng Jiǔdiàn),12 Jianye Third Road, Jida ( cát đại kiến nghiệp tam lộ 12 hào; Jídà Jiànyèsān Lù),☏+86 7563363978,fax:+86 756 3360612.Rooms with internet access against surcharge. Business center, gift shop, ticket office, karaoke, billiard, fitness and outdoor swimming pool available. Chinese restaurant, bar and room service.Listed rates for doubles from ¥238, discounted from ¥158, breakfast ¥10.

Mid-range

22.256491113.5776412The Greenery Hotel(Châu hải quân duyệt lai tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Jūnyuèlái Jiǔdiàn),45 Haibin South Road, Jida ( cát đại hải tân nam lộ 45 hào; Jídà Hǎibīnnánlù),☏+86 756 3333968,fax:+86 756 3333497,[email protected].Four-star hotel with rooms with free internet. Business center, currency exchange, gift shop, ticket office, karaoke, night club, table tennis, massage and sauna available. Chinese and Western restaurants as well as coffee shop.Listed rates for doubles from ¥734, discounted from ¥248.
22.23381113.5471513Huaqiao Hotel(Hoa kiều tân quán Huáqiáo Bīnguǎn),2106 Yingbin South Road, Gongbei củng bắc nghênh tân nam lộ 2106 hào,☏+86 7568136688.Check-out:noon.Three-star hotel in Gongbei with Chinese-style buffet breakfast and free Wifi.From ¥208.(updated Jan 2019)
22.257733113.53962714Junlin Hotel(Châu hải quân lâm đại tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Jūnlín Dàjiǔdiàn),68 Cuiwei East Road, Xiangzhou ( hương châu thúy vi đông lộ 68 hào; Xiāngzhōu Cuìwēidōnglù),☏+86 756 2882222,fax:+86 756 2318666.Three-star hotel with rooms with free internet. Business center, currency exchange, gift shop, beauty salon, ticket office, karaoke, massage and sauna available. Chinese restaurant, coffee shop and bar.Listed rates for doubles from ¥470, discounted ¥218, breakfast ¥15.
22.27381113.5280515Your Style Hotel(Châu hải ưu phái tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Yōupài Jiǔdiàn),163 Hongshan Road, Xiangzhou ( hương châu hồng sơn lộ 163 hào; Xiāngzhōu Hóngshānlù),☏+86 7562666555,fax:+86 756 2656565.Three-star hotel with rooms with free internet. Business center, currency exchange, ticket office, fitness and virtual golf available. Chinese restaurant, coffee shop, bar and room service.Listed rates for doubles from ¥468, discounted from ¥228, breakfast ¥22.
22.24567113.56930216Zhong Tian Hotel(Châu hải trung thiên tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Zhōngtiān Jiǔdiàn),62 Jingshan Road, Jida ( cát đại cảnh sơn lộ 62 hào; Jídà Jǐngshānlù),☏+86 756 3366888,fax:+86 7563366877.Three-star hotel with rooms with free internet. Business center, gift shop, beauty salon, disco, karaoke and sauna available. Chinese restaurant, bar and tea house.Listed rates for doubles from ¥552, discounted from ¥270, including breakfast.

Splurge

Most higher end hotels are located in Jida or Gongbei. Gongbei situated hotels are more convenient for accessing the Macau border crossing, colorful nightlife and walking around and exploring. Jida locations vary, depending on the address of the hotel as some are essentially in Gongbei, while others are well north of that and are a taxi ride from the heart of the action.

22.255599113.57218217Crowne Plaza Zhuhai City Center(Châu hải việt tài hoàng quan giả nhật tửu điếm),188 Jingshan Road, Jida ( cát đại cảnh sơn lộ 188 hào; Jídà Jǐngshānlù)(Within walking distance to the shopping belt),☏+86 756 3228888,fax:+86 756 3228899,[email protected].This hotel is western managed and has clean rooms. For American travelers, this is a high-end Holiday Inn, not the budget chain that is found in the U.S. Expect hefty prices for nicer accommodation. The rooms are large, if somewhat worn. On the executive floors you will find laundry, internet, local calling and breakfast are complimentary, making it quite attractive for business travelers. Nightly live music is available in the Irish bar downstairs. Floors two and three are owned by a separate Macanese company and offer massage, a large bar, karaoke and other entertainment. Not within walking distance of Gongbei nightlife, but if you are staying here you can afford the taxi fare.Rooms start from ¥607.
22.233578113.56054718Grand Bay View Hotel(Châu hải hải loan đại tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Hǎiwān Dàjiǔdiàn),245 Shuiwan Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc thủy loan lộ; Gǒngběi Shuǐwānlù),☏+86 756 8877998,fax:+86 756 8878998,[email protected].Nice views of Macau overlooking the sea.Listed rates for doubles ¥1,000-2,944.
22.255523113.58517619Harbour View Hotel Zhuhai(Châu hải di cảnh loan đại tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Yíjǐngwān Dàjiǔdiàn),47 Qinglü Middle Road, Jida ( cát đại tình lữ trung lộ 47 hào; Jídà Qínglǚzhōnglù)(40 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from the Jiuzhou Ferry Terminal),☏+86 756 3322888,[email protected].Five-star hotel with fully furnished rooms with air-con, private bath with shower and tub, mini-bar, cable TV, and refrigerator. It has a good restaurant and is next to the only decent downtown beach.
22.252601113.58703220Lexington Plaza(Formerly known as Zhuhai Zobon Art Hotel ( châu hải trung bang nghệ thuật tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Zhōngbāngyìshù Jiǔ diàn)),33 Qinglü Middle Road, Jida ( cát đại tình lữ trung lộ 33 hào; Jídà Qínglǚzhōnglù)(100m from Harbour View),☏+86 756 3220333,fax:+86 756 3265926.Listed rates for doubles ¥1,198-2,980.
22.225301113.55305821Nanyang Seascape Hotel(Châu hải nam dương hải cảnh tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Nányánghǎijǐng Jiǔdiàn),108 Gaosha Middle Street, Gongbei ( củng bắc cao sa trung nhai 108 hào; Gǒngběi Gāoshāzhōngjiē),☏+86 756 8132222,fax:+86 756 8132682,[email protected].Not well kept, with uncomfortable beds and smelly lobby and lifts. The location, however, is very good.¥920-1,472.
22.230123113.54829922^{[dead link]}Yindo (Grand Jasper) Hotel(Ngân đô ( gia bách ) tửu điếm; Yíndū (Jiābǎi) Jiǔdiàn),1150 Yuehai East Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc việt hải đông lộ 1150 hào; Gǒngběi Yuèhǎidōnglù),☏+86 756 8883388,fax:+86 756 8883311.Was the first 5-star hotel in Zhuhai but it has gotten old. Feels more like a 3½-star now.Listed rates for doubles ¥860-1,890.
22.25884113.5839723^{[formerly dead link]}Zhuhai Dehan Hotel(Châu hải đức hàn đại tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Déhàn Dàjiǔdiàn),2 Jida Road, Qinglü Middle Road, Jida ( cát đại tình lữ trung lộ cát đại lộ 2 hào; Jídà Qínglǚzhōnglù Jídàlù),☏+86 756 3329988,fax:+86 756 3221966,[email protected].This large five-star hotel is very recognizable due to its unique quasi-romanesque dome and its location near the beach in Jida.Listed rates for doubles ¥1,012-4,462.
22.242066113.57885924Zhuhai Holiday Resort Hotel(Châu hải độ giả thôn tửu điếm; Zhūhǎi Dùjiàcūn Jiǔdiàn),9 Shihua East Road, Gongbei ( củng bắc thạch hoa đông lộ 9 hào; Gǒngběi Shíhuādōnglù)(5 minutes from the ferry terminal),☏+86 756 3333838,fax:+86 756 3333311,[email protected].Considered a 5-star hotel, but by Western standards closer to 3 or 4.Listed rates for doubles ¥988-2,622.

Connect

The area code for Zhuhai is0756.When calling from overseas, dial +86 756 XXXX-XXXX

Stay safe

In general, Zhuhai is a safe and friendly city. However, it is heavily infested withpickpockets,especially in the crowded shopping areas in Gongbei and on buses. Using a razor to get a wallet out of a hip pocket on a bus is a favorite tactic.
In residential and collegial areas, street crimes are extremely rare. However, the police are also rarely seen patrolling at night. Go to the police station or police room to seek help in emergency.
Zhuhai is well known for its sex trade, but it isnotThailand. Prostitution is illegal in China, and if you are caught with a prostitute by the police, you may be sentenced to up to 15 days of security detention (administrative imprisonment without trial).
As is true everywhere in China, do not drink the tap water, avoid undercooked meats and watch out for counterfeit bills (especially 50s).
Unlike most cities in China, cars usually give way to pedestrians, even this may cause traffic jams, because drivers not yielding to pedestrians may be fined.
It's illegal to drive motorcycles in Xiangzhou District.
Some tour guides will take you to shops that pay them commissions. Those shops are often overpriced, and the usual advice is to never let any local except a trusted friend take you to any tourist shop. One Zhuhai variant involves outrageously priced herbs from a Chinese medicine company called Bai Cao Tang ( bách thảo đường ).

Go next

The bus toGuangzhou,the capital of Guangdong Province, costs ¥60 to ¥65, runs every half hour and takes 2½ hours from Gongbei or 1 hour 45 minutes from Tangjia. Allow an extra hour for the inevitable Guangzhou traffic jam. You can board one at the underground station in Gongbei to reach Garden Hotel in Guangzhou ( hoa viên tửu điếm ), or one from near the Gongbei border to get to the Provincial bus station ( tỉnh khí xa trạm ) or Tianhe Dasha bus station ( thiên hà đại hạ ). Additionally, it is possible to take the bus from Tangjia in northern Zhuhai to get to the Guangzhou airport, or Guangzhou proper.
Between Zhuhai and Guangzhou is the city ofZhongshan,the hometown of Sun Yat-sen, leader of the Xinhai Revolution and founder of China's first republic. There are frequent buses to Zhongshan from Zhuhai, particularly from bus stations in Gongbei. Moreover, trains on the Guangzhou-Zhuhai Intercity Railway usually include several stops in Zhongshan, though they sometimes bypass Zhongshan's main stations (Zhongshan Station and Zhongshan North Station) and stop only at suburban stations. If you plan on doing a day-trip just to see Sun Yat-sen's former residence, you should take the train to Nanlang Station ( nam lãng trạm ), then either take a taxi or catch a no. 12 bus. Sun Yat-sen's former residence is about 7km south of Nanlang Station.
NeighbouringMacaucan be reached on foot or by car through the Gongbei border crossing, by ferry from Wanzai area (temporarily closed), or on foot or by car through the Lotus Bridge from Hengqin.

Hong Kongcan be reached by a 1-hour ferry boat trip from Jiuzhou Port ( cửu châu cảng ). Bus #3 will take you to the ferry terminal. Ferries run regularly all day, with the last boat to Hong Kong leaving at 21:30.
Shenzhencan be reached by a 1-hour ferry boat trip from Jiuzhou Port ( cửu châu cảng ). You can also reach Shenzhen by high-speed train, which takes about 2 hours because the train must go via Guangzhou. The train terminates at Shenzhen North Station, whereas the ferry will take you to Shekou in the city's far southwest.
There are also buses to most nearby cities includingShenzhen(cheaper than the ferry), and overnight buses toGuilin,Xiamen,ZhanjiangandBeihai.
The Xiangzhou and Gongbei bus stations have overnight buses toGuilinorYangshuo.These are fairly uncomfortable. Unlike most overnight buses, they have no on-board toilets, but they do make several stops during the 12-hour trip. A quicker and more comfortable option would be to take a high-speed train. The train from Zhuhai to Guilin takes just under 4 hours. You can also take the train to Yangshuo County, but keep in mind that Yangshuo Station is over 30km from Yangshuo Town.
Flying can either be accomplished by using Zhuhai Airport in the western Doumen district of the city, or taking the bus to Guangzhou Airport. Times vary for transportation depending on how far south in Zhuhai you are departing from. If leaving from Xiangzhou, Tangjia, or Jinding it is nearly as fast, and more perhaps more convenient, to go to Guangzhou Airport. If leaving from Gongbei or Jida, Zhuhai airport would be nearer.
There are remote check-ins for nearby airports in Zhuhai. For Guangzhou airport, the check-in is at Gongbei bus station, near the KFC. For Hong Kong and Shenzhen airports, you can check in at the ferry terminal, Jiuzhou Port.

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