Site of the First Congress of the Chinese Communist Party in Qiongya

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The Site of the First Congress of the Chinese Communist Party in Qiongya is a revolutionary history memorial in Longhua District, Haikou. It is free to enter and sits within walking distance of Qilou Old Street, making it easy to combine with a stroll through the old quarter.

Location and setting

The site is at 131 Zhulin Village, Jiefang West Road, Longhua District, Haikou, and visitors can navigate there directly. It is a key red-history memorial in the city, where visitors can learn about the revolutionary history of Qiongya.

It lies close to Qilou Old Street, roughly 512 metres away in a straight line, so it can be reached on foot and paired with a visit to the old street.

What to see

Inside the site there is a relief 30 metres long and 3 metres high. It depicts the course of the Qiongya people's revolution through the Agrarian Revolutionary War, the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the War of Liberation, up to the liberation of Hainan Island. Look out for this landmark display during your visit.

Opening hours

The site is open Monday to Thursday and Saturday to Sunday from 8:30 to 18:00, with last entry at 17:30. It is closed on Fridays, but open as normal on public holidays. Some online travel platforms list an 8:00 opening, half an hour earlier; check the site's latest official notice before you travel.

The site is not open all day, so plan around the Friday closure and the 17:30 last-entry time.

Tickets and visitor information

Admission is free and no ticket purchase is required. The site now serves as a patriotism education base.

Group tours that need a guided explanation can book two to three days in advance through the official WeChat account. Individual visitors do not currently have a guided explanation service. The instantaneous visitor limit is 200 people.

Visitor etiquette

When visiting the exhibition hall, please follow visitor etiquette: no flash photography, no eating or drinking, and no loud talking or playing. Do not engage in activities unrelated to the visit. Spitting, smoking and littering are prohibited, and visitors should follow the guidance of staff.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an admission fee?

No. The site is free to the public and no ticket is needed.

When is the site closed?

It is closed on Fridays, but open as normal on public holidays. On other days it is open 8:30–18:00 with last entry at 17:30.

Can I book a guided explanation?

Group tours can book a guided explanation two to three days in advance via the official WeChat account. Individual visitors do not currently have this service.

How do I get there from Qilou Old Street?

The site is about 512 metres away in a straight line and can be reached on foot, so the two can be visited together.

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