Beach and pearl port on the Gulf of Tonkin
A subtropical coastal city in Guangxi with Silver Beach, a working harbor and Beihai Fucheng Airport. Ferries run to the offshore Weizhou Island.
Beihai was one of the treaty ports opened in 1876 and retains a colonial-era foreign quarter along its old street. It has long been associated with pearl fishing.
Best Apr–May & Sep–Oct · Varies by region — this reflects China's seasonal weather and crowds.
Visa required (some passport holders — 6-day transit-free at select cities). Entry rules depend on your nationality and change often — always confirm with the official China government or embassy before you travel.
Chinese Yuan (CNY). You can convert USD to the live local rate right on this page.
Mandarin is the primary language in China.
Dial 120 for emergencies in China.
Tap water here is generally rated "Boil first". When unsure, choose sealed bottled or filtered water.
Type A/C/I. Bring a compatible adapter — you can build a full packing list for Beihai on this page.
Safety varies by neighbourhood and changes over time, so there's no one-word answer. The local emergency number is 120. Check SkyOSK's safety notes for Beihai and your government's current travel advisory before you go.