Things to do in Sanya

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Dadongdai Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Guanyin Statue of Hainan featuring a square or plaza, a monument and flowers

Nanshan Temple showing a temple or place of worship, a square or plaza and religious aspects

Dadongdai Beach which includes night scenes, nightlife and music

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What to do in Sanya

Popular places to visit

Sanya Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sanya Bay during your travels in Sanya. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Haitang Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Haitang Bay during your travels in Haitangwan Town.

Dadonghai Beach

Enjoy the tropical atmosphere at Sanya’s favourite beach, complete with adventure tours, barbequed street food, upscale restaurants and mountain views.

Phoenix Island Sanya

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Phoenix Island Sanya during your travels in Sanya. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Guanyin Statue of Hainan

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

Dadong Sea

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dadong Sea during your travels in Sanya. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Luhuitou Park

A monument to a traditional love story sits at the peak of a mountaintop park featuring panoramic views of Sanya, the Luhuitou Peninsula and the South China Sea.

Nanshan Temple

This magnificent monument to Buddha and the bodhisattvas is located in an expansive seaside temple complex of beautiful tropical gardens and rolling, green hills.

Yalong Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Yalong Bay during your travels in Sanya. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Sanya Downtown

Haitangwan Town

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 kilometres 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.