# Old Town and Qilou Old Street (老城区、骑楼老街)

Haikou, Hainan Province · South China, China · Guidebook rating: 4/5
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Language: en

## Key facts

- **Time needed:** 2 hours
- **Getting there:** Near Bell Tower (bus stop)
- **Good for:** Architecture, Hiking & Outdoors, Photography

## About Old Town and Qilou Old Street

The old town is mainly made up of streets and historic buildings lined with arcaded shophouses (qilou). You may find it a little shabby at first glance, but its appeal lies in its weathered, rustic charm. This old district covers the area around Desheng Sha Road, Xinhua Road, Zhongshan Road and Bo'ai Road. The streets are lined with shops selling everyday clothing and shoes, teahouses and snack stalls, and you'll even find traditional tailors. Can you feel the warm, everyday atmosphere? While admiring the sights, why not buy some Hainan specialties on the old street and then seek out the local snacks, which are sure not to disappoint.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 2495. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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