Planning a Zhuhai self-guided tour? This article selects the 12 must-visit attractions in Zhuhai for 2024. Besides the newly opened Changlong Spacecraft and the popular Changlong Ocean Kingdom, there are many popular check-in spots like Zhuhai Grand Theater Moon Shell and Zhuhai Fisher Girl Statue, making it a great place for both families and couples! Detailed transportation guides are included to help you easily plan your perfect Zhuhai trip!
Zhuhai Self-Guided Travel Transportation Guide
Transportation from Hong Kong to Zhuhai is very convenient. You can choose to take a ferry, cross-border bus or book a private car pick-up service, with a journey time of only about 1 hour!
Ferry
You can take a ferry directly to Zhuhai Jiuzhou Port from Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal or Zhonggang Ferry Terminal, with a journey of about 70 minutes.
* One-way fare: HK$200 - HK$220
* Frequency: 44 departures daily
* Luggage limit: 20kg
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
You can take the Port Authority Bus from the Hong Kong Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to the Zhuhai Port, with a journey time of about 40 minutes.
* One-way fare: Adult daytime $65, night $70; Child/Senior citizen daytime $33, night $35
* Frequency: Peak hours: 5-10 minutes; Off-peak hours: 15-30 minutes
* Luggage restrictions: No more than 76 x 41 x 23 cm
Shuttle service available.
If you want to enjoy a more comfortable and convenient transportation experience, you can book a private car pick-up and drop-off service. Traveling between Zhuhai via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge takes only about 1 hour, saving you the hassle of queuing for transportation!
Zhuhai 12 Must-Visit Tourist Attractions for Independent Travelers
Zhuhai Chimelong Space Adventure Park
Opened in September 2023, the Changlong Universe Spacecraft is the world's largest indoor theme park, themed after a spaceship. It features 15 themed areas, including the Cosmic World, Canyon Planet, Interstellar Platform, Coral Secret Realm, Kuibi Journey, and Exploration University Hall. Combining natural ecological landscapes, rare marine animal displays, fun science popularization, outer space fantasy scenes, immersive interactive performances, and high-tech entertainment elements, it brings you an unprecedented gaming experience!
The Changlong Universe Spacecraft is divided into two floors. The first floor focuses on observing whales, whale sharks, and coral reefs. The second floor offers ocean performances and amusement rides.
* **Address:** Beside the spaceship hotel in Zhuhai Changlong Resort Area, Fuxiang Bay, Hengqin New District, Zhuhai City
* **Transportation:** If you take a cross-border bus to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Zhuhai Port, you can transfer to a taxi to reach Zhuhai Hengqin Changlong Resort Area, which takes about 40 minutes. A free shuttle bus is available within the resort area to travel to the Universe Spacecraft.
2. Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
Changlong Ocean Kingdom is one of the world's largest ocean-themed parks. The park features 8 themed zones, including Marine Street, Dolphin Bay, Rainforest Flight, Marine Spectacles, Polar Exploration, Colorful World, Sea Lion Mountain, and Hengqin Sea. You can visit the whale shark museum, which has won five world records, and meet rare animals such as whale sharks, orcas, sea lions, polar bears, dolphins, and penguins. There are also over 15,000 exotic fish species to admire!
The park also features thrilling rides like Parrot Roller Coaster, Polar Carousel, and Rainforest Lift Tower, as well as exciting parades and theatrical performances, ensuring a joyful time for all!
* **Address:** Penguin Hotel, Zhuhai Changlong Resort Area, Fuxiangwan, Hengqin New District, Zhuhai City
* **Transportation:** If you take the cross-border bus to the Port of Zhuhai in Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, you can transfer to a taxi to reach Zhuhai Hengqin Changlong Resort Area (about 40 minutes). Free shuttle buses are available within the resort area to get to Ocean Kingdom.
3. Chimelong International Circus
The Changlong International Circus is composed of over 300 elite performers from more than 20 countries, bringing you amazing performances including high-flying acrobatics, comical acts, animal shows, and thrilling stunts!
The circus city can accommodate nearly 8,000 spectators. It features a 270-degree circular stage, coupled with 360-degree immersive 3D visual effects, allowing you to enjoy the spectacular circus performance from all angles!
*Location: Changlong Circus Hotel next to Fuxiangwan Zhuhai Changlong Resort in Hengqin New District, Zhuhai City.
*Transportation: If you take the cross-border bus to the Port of Zhuhai, Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, you can transfer to a taxi to Zhuhai Hengqin Changlong Resort, which takes about 40 minutes; you can also take a shuttle bus to the theater.
Hot spring baths (imperial)
Yu Hot Spring is a Tang Dynasty-style garden resort, offering a variety of room choices and facilities such as a large steam bath, sauna, massage room, etc.
Yu Hot Spring boasts over 20 kinds of natural hot springs, open 24 hours a day. You can enjoy the comfort of the hot spring while admiring the pavilions, towers, bridges, and flowing water within the garden, relaxing your mind and body.
* Location: Zhuhai Yu Hot Spring Resort, Xizhuhai, Huangyang Avenue, Doumen Town, Zhuhai City
* Transportation: Take bus No. 609 (K4) from Xiangzhou Bus Station in Zhuhai to arrive directly.
5. The Statue of the Fisher Girl of Zhuhai
The Zhuhai Fisher Girl Statue is one of the landmark buildings in Zhuhai City, standing on the shore of Xianglu Bay, telling the love story of the fisher girl and Hai Peng.
The statue is about 8.7 meters high and is made up of more than 70 pieces of granite, lifelike, attracting many tourists to visit and take pictures.
* Location: Qingle Road for Couples, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City
* Transportation: Take bus No.9 from the Gongbei Port Station to Zhuhai Fisher Girl Station.
6. Westward Journey Animal City
Want to experience close contact with adorable animals? "Xi You Animal City" is your perfect choice! This indoor zoo covers 2,000 square meters and is divided into 13 areas, housing over 50 adorable animals, including the recently popular "internet celebrity" animals like alpacas and capybaras. You can interact with them up close, feed them, and even hug the cute capybaras to feel their unique charm!
Also, "Xi You Animal City" opens its night mode after 6 pm every day, allowing you to immerse yourself in a dreamy night forest for photos and check-ins!
Location: Shop 04-06, 4th floor, Zhuhai Impression City, No. 338 Mingzhu North Road, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai
7. The Summer Palace (Western) Garden
The Yuanming New Garden was built at a 1:1 ratio, imitating the Beijing Yuanming Garden and covering an area of 1.39 square kilometers. It recreates 18 attractions from Yuanming Garden, including imperial architecture groups, Jiangnan garden architecture groups, and Western architecture groups, allowing you to experience the magnificent grandeur of ancient Chinese royal gardens.
There are also exciting performances inside the garden, such as "The Great Qing Dynasty," "The Great Qing Naval Battle," "Listening to the Government in Court," and "Emperor Qianlong's Trip to Fuhai," letting you experience the culture and court life of the Qing Dynasty.
* Location: Lanpu, Jiuzhou Avenue, Zhuhai City
* Transportation: Take Bus No. 30 from Gongbei Port Terminal to Yuanming New Garden Station.
Zhuhai Museum
The Zhuhai Museum is a comprehensive museum with a rich collection. The exhibits cover history, culture, art and other fields, allowing you to understand the history, culture and development of Zhuhai.
Location: No. 1090 Jidajingshan Road, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City
Transportation: Take bus Nos. 13, 14, or 99 to Zhuhai Museum Station.
Mei Xi Archway 9.
The Meixi Archway was built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It is a key cultural relic protection unit in Guangdong Province and has important historical and cultural value.
The archway is made of granite and intricately carved, representing traditional architecture in the Lingnan region.
* Location: Meixi Village, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai City
* Transportation: Take buses No. 10 or No. 66 to the Meixi Archway Station.
Shi Boyuan Park
Located in the northern part of Hengqin Island, Zhuhai, Shibo Garden is a themed garden covering an area of over 400 mu, featuring stone culture. The garden not only boasts enchanting landscapes of mountains and water but also houses a wide variety of unique and distinctive stones. Many of them are sourced locally and meticulously carved by artisans, showcasing their distinctive artistic charm.
Address: South of Hengqin Bridge, Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai
Transportation: Take bus No. 2, 62 or 14 from Wan'zai Sha Station.