Old Foochow

Fuzhou


The antiquated spelling of Fuzhou hints at the old-world chic that's obvious as soon as you plonk down on the green leatherette booths and use a pencil to tick off some Fuzhou favourites from the picture menu, such as Fúzhōu xiāngyóu xiā (福州香油虾, sesame oil stir-fried prawns) and the challenging yet moreish nán jiān gān (南煎肝, lychee-braised liver).


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Fuzhou attractions

1. Jade Hill Scenic Area

0.42 MILES

This rocky hill park in the centre of Fuzhou rises above a snow-white statue of Mao Zedong (毛主席像, Máo Zhǔxí Xiàng) playing ‘traffic cop'. Check out the…

2. Linzexu Memorial Hall

0.45 MILES

The former residence of the anti-opium trade reformer is a surprisingly well-presented museum. It offers an overview of Fuzhou’s seafaring history,…

3. Sānfāng Qīxiàng

0.89 MILES

This ‘downtown’ series of ancient residential buildings is known as ‘Three Lanes and Seven Alleys'. Thousands of visitors wander the white-walled streets…