Weilan Coast (Blue Coast)
蔚蓝海岸
About
Weilan Coast is a newer, low-key seaside community in Beidaihe New District, next to Nandaihe, known for the "Bookstore of the Sky" (Mao de Tiankong Zhicheng) concept bookstore, beach swings and surfing. There is no single ticketed entrance — it functions as an open coastal area with a quieter, less crowded beach than the traditional Beidaihe waterfront. The bookstore offers books, coffee, and a postcard-to-your-future-self service, and is popular for photos, especially at dusk near the beach swings. It suits couples, photography fans and travelers looking for a relaxed, artsy alternative to the busier beach resorts.
Highlights
- Sky bookstore
- Beach swing
- Surfing
- Quieter beach
Getting there
- By train & bus
- No direct bus route found — take a taxi or ride-hailing car from Beidaihe Station.
- By car
- About a 20-minute taxi ride from Beidaihe Station.
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Address 河北省秦皇岛市北戴河新区蔚蓝海岸
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Before you go
- The Sky of the City Cat bookstore sells postcards you can send to your future self — a popular thing to do here.
- Visit the beach swing at dusk for the best light and backdrop for photos.
- Compared with the traditional Beidaihe seafront, this spot is quieter and less crowded, good for an unhurried stroll.
- For surfing and other water activities, contact the local vendor ahead of time to confirm pricing and schedule.
Tickets Free to enter (it's a public stretch of coastline); individual attractions like the bookstore or surfing lessons charge separately. There's no admission fee for the area itself — spending at the bookstore, surf lessons, dining, etc. is priced individually by each vendor, and no single published rate list was found.
Hours The public seafront area is open all day. Business hours for shops such as the Sky of the City Cat bookstore follow each store's own posted schedule — no specific hours were found.
Frequently asked
Is there an admission fee for Weilan Coast?
The public seafront area is free; individual attractions like the bookstore or surfing are charged separately.
Is this the same place as Aranya?
No. Aranya is a separate, well-known lifestyle community on the Changli Gold Coast, while Weilan Coast is a different project in the new Beidaihe district — the two are easy to mix up, so double-check your destination name before heading out.
Is it good for a visit with children?
The overall vibe is quiet and relaxed, and the beach is fine for a family stroll, but there aren't major rides or attractions — it suits families more interested in photos and a low-key visit.
Nearby in Nandaihe & Changli
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