What to do in Sanya

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Private day tour to Nanshan temple and Tianyahaijiao with Lunch start from Sanya

Private day tour to Nanshan temple and Tianyahaijiao with Lunch start from Sanya

Rp3.548.800
per adult
Private day tour to Nanshan temple and Tianyahaijiao with Lunch start from Sanya
Sanya: Wuzhishan Private Day Tour with Li Culture

Sanya: Wuzhishan Private Day Tour with Li Culture

Rp3.051.968
per adult
Sanya: Wuzhishan Private Day Tour with Li Culture
4-Day Hainan Mountain & Coast Road Trip

4-Day Hainan Mountain & Coast Road Trip

Rp24.185.072
per adult
4-Day Hainan Mountain & Coast Road Trip
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Sanya Phoenix Island Yacht Tour with Jet Ski Ride & Swimming

Sanya Phoenix Island Yacht Tour with Jet Ski Ride & Swimming

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp789.968 per adult
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Sanya Phoenix Island Yacht Tour with Jet Ski Ride & Swimming

Sanya Phoenix Island Yacht Tour with Jet Ski Ride & Swimming

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp789.968 per adult
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Sanya Cultural Gems: Ancient Town, Sea Cliff & Giant Guanyin

Sanya Cultural Gems: Ancient Town, Sea Cliff & Giant Guanyin

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp6.808.140 per adult*
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What to do in Sanya

Popular places to visit

Dadonghai Beach

Dadonghai Beach

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

Dadonghai Beach
Houhai Bay Aerial Scenery, Sanya, Hainan Province, China, a Tourist Attraction with Leisurely Fishing Village and Wuzhizhou Island Cruise Terminal at the Southern Tip of Haitang Bay.

Haitang Bay

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

Haitang Bay
Dadong Sea

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.

Dadong Sea
Luhuitou Park

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.

Luhuitou Park
Guanyin Statue of Hainan

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.

Guanyin Statue of Hainan
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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.

Phoenix Island Sanya
A coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a pier extending into the sea.

Wuzihzhou Island Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wuzihzhou Island Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Haitangwan Town.

Wuzihzhou Island Beach
Nanshan Temple

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.

Nanshan Temple

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.

Yalong Bay

Where to stay in Sanya

Find the best Sanya areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Sanya
Learn more about Sanya
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Haitang District

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

Jiyang District

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

Tianya District

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

Yazhou District

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

Fenghuang Town

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

Day trip destinations from Sanya

Haikou Century Bridge, Hainan Island, China

Wuzhishan

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 kilometers 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.