A Day Trip to Caofeidian: A Complete Guide to Lanyue Bay

Departing from Beijing at 6:50, the high-speed train journey to Caofeidian takes less than 3 hours. Upon arrival at Beijing Station, I recommend taking a taxi or an electric scooter to the nearby university town for a meal and some rest before proceeding to Lanyue Bay Scenic Area. It’s worth noting that the scenic area is limited in dining options, with only a convenience store, a KFC, Wanghailou Restaurant, Heiniu Barbecue, and Caoxiaoxian Seafood Hotpot available. This crucial detail is often overlooked in travel guides.At the entrance of the scenic area, you can feed pigeons, while the beach offers various activities such as kite flying, tent pitching, swinging, and a playground for children. Although the sun was shining brightly on our visit, the water wasn’t particularly blue. Nevertheless, a beachside bar provided a perfect spot to take photos, relax, and enjoy a drink while waiting for the sunset.Returning to Beijing, the last high-speed train departs from Caofeidian Port Station (note that it’s a different station, located 28km from the scenic area) at 20:40.In summary, a day trip to Lanyue Bay is sufficient to explore its charms. The scenic area is small enough to be manageable with children, offering activities like sand digging and sea exploring. It’s advisable to bring some snacks as the dining options are limited. Be prepared for significant temperature differences between morning and evening. We dressed in summer attire for photos, but the chill was unexpected! #onedaytrip #travelguide #weekendgetaway #Caofeidian #LanyueBay #seasidephotography