What to do in Sanya

Activities, attractions and tours

Dadongdai Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach
Dadongdai Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach
Guanyin Statue of Hainan showing a monument, a square or plaza and flowers
Nanshan Temple featuring religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a square or plaza
Luhuitou Park featuring signage

Sanya Attractions

You're keen to set sail in a new direction. Always up for an eye-opening adventure and innovative ways to get your kicks, you're eager to check out a new destination like a pro. Coming up: Sanya! It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia makes it a breeze to book loads of things to do. Book your activities today, and the only thing left to do is count the days until your holiday and dream about all the places you'll go.

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  • Sanya is popular among sightseers like you. In fact, lots of travellers have been visiting to learn about local history and culture and participate in the best activities, and a good percentage of them can't wait to come back. The top activities can get the attention of even well-versed explorers, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes an impressive variety of historically based tours and opportunities for fun. From unequalled ways to check out the best this area has to offer like a Comprehensive Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour to thrilling ways to take a walk on the water side like the Whale Watching Tour via High-Speed Ocean Cruiser or Zodiac Boat, there is a huge selection of possibilities at your fingertips when you peruse the best tours here at Expedia.

Our activities are the perfect way to organise your holiday. You'll want a little planning to fully explore Sanya, particularly when you long to include plenty of local cuisine and entertainment. And it's clear that you're someone who likes to get out and about遥ou're ready to get out and take it all in. You can't wait to cover the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Book professional city tours on Expedia, and leave your map behind.


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What to do in Sanya


Popular places to visit

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Dadongdai Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach

Jiyang District

Jiyang District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park and Dadonghai Beach.

Jiyang District
A sunny day at Haitang Bay!

Haitang District

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While visiting Haitang District, you might make a stop by sights like Haitang Bay and China Duty Free Sanya Duty Free Shop.

Haitang District
Beautiful golf courses

Tianya District

If you're spending some time in Tianya District, Tianya Haijiao and Coconut Dream Corridor are top sights worth seeing.

Tianya District
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Fenghuang Town

While visiting Fenghuang Town, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Dream Corridor and Tianya Haijiao.

Fenghuang Town
Luhuitou Park which includes street scenes

Xiaodonghai

You'll enjoy the bars and gardens in Xiaodonghai. You might want to make time for a stop at Sanya Bay or Luhuitou Park.

Xiaodonghai
Sanya Bay Sunrise View with the Phoenix Island, an Artificial Archipelago Consisting of Landmark Modern Buildings Forming an Island Resort in Sanya, Hainan, China.

Yazhou District

If you're spending some time in Yazhou District, Guanyin Statue of Hainan and Sanya Longevity Valley are top sights worth seeing.

Yazhou District

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sanya worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to discover the local charm and cultural attractions or sample regional foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Sanya.
How do I spend a day in Sanya?
Once you've visited leading attractions like Dadong Sea and Sanya Dream Water Park, spend the rest of your day experiencing Sanya's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sanya?
You can't go home without checking out Dadong Sea, ranked the top tourist attraction in Sanya.
Is three days enough to stay in Sanya?
Three days will be plenty of time to check out many city sights, including Dadong Sea, Sanya Dream Water Park and Luobi Cave. The average stay in Sanya is three days. If you have the time to extend your holiday, Baoting isn't far away.
Is Sanya a walkable city?
With leading attractions like Luhuitou Park close by, Sanya is very much a destination to explore on foot. Want to visit some hip neighbourhoods a walkable distance from downtown? Sanya Downtown is around 3 kms (2 miles) away.
What are some activities to do in Sanya with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities sets the tone for a great escape. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Sanya with kids.

What to do in Sanya for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Sanya, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Jingrun Pearl Museum.
Are there free things to do in Sanya?
One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Sanya is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Luobi Cave is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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