Shantou travel guide
Shantou Tourism | Shantou Guide
You're Going to Love Shantou
With a population of 5.33 million, Shantou is a must-see destination in Guangdong, China. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Shantou deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Shantou
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Shantou in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 11 °C, with an average temperature of 13 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 270 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Shantou, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.
How to Get to Shantou
Plane
Although Shantou doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jieyang Shantou (SWA), which is located 18 miles from Shantou.
Train
The train station in Shantou is called Shantou Chaoshan, and is located 15 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Shantou
Airlines serving Shantou
Where to stay in Shantou
Average rates range from around RM 154 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 350 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Shantou
Hiring a car in Shantou
Expect to pay RM 5.74 per litre in Shantou (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 68.84 and RM 91.79.