This study was conducted for analyzing the current situation of recreational fishery and existing issues in Xiamen city, aims at finding corresponding measures and suggestions. Using the method of semi-structured interview on the basis of self-compiled questionnaire, in order to discuss with experts and scholars major in recreational fishery or relevant subject, find out a suitable way for developing recreational fishery in Xiamen city. The results of this interview show that there is great potential of recreational fishery in Xiamen city, but still in a preliminary stage, there are no distinct features of existing fishing villages in Xiamen city and it’s now facing a dilemma. Therefore, the rising significance of rural revitalization in our country, it is essential for us to find out the best solution for developing recreational fishery in Xiamen city and promote the economy of rural area, such as creating One Village One Product, developing featured projects and items, continuing regional planning and promoting unique forms of recreational fishery.