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Country
China
Continent
Asia
Airport
HAK
Currency
Chinese yuan (renminbi)
Time zone
UTC+8
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Hainan's capital
Haikou, the tropical capital of Hainan
Haikou is the capital of Hainan province, on the island's north coast at the mouth of the Nandu River, facing the Leizhou Peninsula across the Qiongzhou Strait. It began as the port for Qiongshan and became the capital when Hainan was made a province in 1988.
A counterpart to Sanya
Visitors usually go to Hainan for Sanya's beaches. Haikou is the island's city side, with an old town of arcaded streets, a temple to banished officials, a dormant volcano field close to the centre and a mangrove reserve.
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Heritage
Qilou Old Street and the Temple of the Five Lords
Qilou Old Street
Arcaded buildings that mix southern Chinese and colonial styles recall Haikou's treaty-port past; the 1858 Treaty of Tianjin opened the area to foreign trade. The streets are free to wander, with shops, cafes and markets, and Zhongshan Road is pedestrian.
Temple of the Five Lords
A memorial complex for five officials of the Tang and Song dynasties who were banished to Hainan. It is quiet and green, with traditional halls among the trees.
Hainan Provincial Museum
On Guoxing Avenue, free to enter and open Tuesday to Sunday, it covers the history and culture of the island.
Nature
Dormant volcanoes and a mangrove reserve
Nature next to the city
The Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark has about 40 craters, the highest around 222 metres, with lava tunnels and tropical vegetation, some 15 to 18 km from the centre. Dongzhai Port Nature Reserve, about 15 km southeast of the city, was the first protected mangrove zone in China.
Eating in Haikou
Hainan flavours and street food
Hainan cooking blends Cantonese, Hokkien and Southeast Asian influences, with strong seafood. Wenchang chicken is one of the island's best-known dishes.
| Where or what | In a few words |
|---|---|
| Wenchang chicken | A tender yellow chicken served on rice, one of four dishes recommended to try. |
| Chao bing | Stir-fried shaved fruit ice, a sorbet-like dessert. |
| South Gate street food | A food area near Hainan University with about 40 stalls. |
| Banqiao Road | A covered restaurant area where you choose fresh ingredients and have them cooked. |
After dark
Bars, barbecues and night markets
The Guomao district has several clubs, and the bar area at Haikou Bay sits next to Evergreen Park. Haidian Island has outdoor spots for cheap local beer and night barbecues, and the night market near Hainan University stays open late.
Climate
When to go to Haikou
November to April
The usual advice for the best weather, warm without excess, with little rain and plenty of sun.
May to October
The rainy season, peaking in September. Typhoon season runs from April to October, with most storms in August and September.
Busy periods
The October holiday week and Chinese New Year push up fares across the island.
Beyond Haikou
Sanya and the rest of the island
The Hainan East Ring high-speed railway links Haikou and Sanya in about 1 hour 22 minutes. Wenchang county, with a coconut plantation at Dongjiao, makes a day trip.
Getting to Haikou
Haikou Meilan airport
Haikou Meilan
The international airport, about 30 minutes from the centre by taxi, with airport shuttles and commuter trains on the high-speed line.
Haikou Railway Station in the western suburbs handles mainland trains, while Haikou East Station is more central. Ferries from Xuwen in Guangdong take about an hour, though bad weather often cancels them in summer and fog in winter.
In pictures
Haikou in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Haikou
Which airport serves Haikou?
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK), about 30 minutes from the centre by taxi, with airport shuttles and commuter trains on the high-speed line.
Haikou or Sanya?
Sanya is the beach and resort side of Hainan, while Haikou, the capital, offers an old town, temples and volcanic nature. The two are linked by a high-speed train of about 1 hour 22 minutes.
What should I see in Haikou?
Qilou Old Street, the Temple of the Five Lords, the Hainan Provincial Museum, the volcanic geopark and the Dongzhai Port mangrove reserve.
What should I eat in Haikou?
Wenchang chicken on rice, one of Hainan's best-known dishes, plus seafood and chao bing for dessert.
How much does a flight to Haikou usually cost?
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