Once a sleepy fishing village along the Pearl River estuary, Zhuhai today is a lively mix of modern and traditional. Known for its long coastline and more than 100 islands, the city's pleasant weather, clean air, and plentiful green spaces make it a lovely place to visit. Connected by the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao Bridge, it’s also a convenient gateway to Macau and Hong Kong. From beaches and water sports to golf, theme parks, and a vibrant nightlife scene, visitors will find plenty of things to do in Zhuhai.
With warm, tropical weather and rainy summers prone to storms and typhoons, it’s best to visit Zhuhai in the spring or fall for the most pleasant weather. In springtime, the city’s many parks and green areas bloom with flowers, while November–April offer the best oysters. Expect the largest crowds during major Chinese holidays, including Chinese New Year and the weeklong national holidays in May and October. Airshow China, the largest air show in the country, is held in November.
Zhuhai is covered by a good network of public buses, including a few sightseeing bus lines. Taxis are plentiful and cheap, though few drivers speak English. Alternatively, you can rely on rideshare apps such as DiDi. Bikeshares, too, are available, and some travelers prefer biking in the largely flat city and down Lovers' Road. Ferries also connect some of the many islands around Zhuhai. While there is a tram line, it is set to be dismantled.
Zhuhai offers a number of excellent free attractions, including the Zhuhai Museum, which boasts 13 exhibition halls featuring everything from ceramics to Neolithic artifacts, as well as a park and a plaza. You can also visit the New Yuan Ming Palace, a replica of the Old Summer Palace in Beijing, for free, though shuttles and shows cost extra. For outdoor fun, check out Zhuhai Seaside Park, where the iconic Zhuhai Fisher Girl statue is located.
