Zhongshanlu St (Zhongshanlu Pedestrian Street)

Stretching 1.2 kilometers long, it is uniquely connected directly to the Lujiang Ferry Terminal for Gulangyu Island, making it an irreplaceable commercial hub in old Xiamen. The whole block is lined with well-preserved Nanyang-style Qilou arcade buildings, blending Minnan red-brick craftsmanship, European Baroque decorative carvings and overseas Chinese architectural characteristics. It gathers century-old local snack stores, time-honored Minnan brands, modern shopping malls, trendy boutiques and cultural creative shops. Hidden lanes like Juankou Lane retain the most authentic grassroots Minnan food and folk culture. It serves as the perfect dining and shopping transfer point before boarding the ferry to Gulangyu or after returning from the island.