Budget Travel in Qingdao: A Great Place to Take the Kids in Summer

🚗Transportation Section

Prefer Qingdao Station for high-speed trains, where you step out and see the sea; Qingdao North Station is the second choice, where you can take Metro Line 3 or Line 1 into the city.
After arriving by plane, take Metro Line 8 to Qingdao North Station, then transfer to Line 3 or Line 1.

🏠Accommodation Section

Recommended to stay in Shinan District, where attractions are concentrated and transportation is convenient.
Prefer sea-view homestays, such as family rooms, king-size bed rooms, etc., to enjoy the leisure by the seaside.

🌅Tour Route
Day 1:

Morning: Badaguan Scenic Area → Zhan Bridge (seagull watching season) → Catholic Church (photo check-in).
Afternoon: Stroll along Longjiang Road and University Road → View from Xiaoyushan → Evening photography at Qingyun Road and Xiaoqing.
Evening: Watch the sea light show at the Third Bathing Beach.

Day 2:

Morning: Badaguan (World Architecture Expo) → Second Bathing Beach (islands and dikes).
Afternoon: Xiaohonghua Cableway to Yan Yu Island Park (wooden plank road check-in) → Sunset at Xiaomai Island and other sea locations.
Evening: Taste local delicacies at Taidong Night Market.

Day 3:

Morning: Watch the sunrise over the sea at Shi Lao Ren.
Daytime: Choose between Laoshan (sunny route) or Huangdao (self-driving on Huangtai Road/Golden Beach).

📝Tips

Qingdao seafood is abundant, you can go to Tuandao Farmers Market to buy and have it processed at the homestay.
Qingdao summer has strong UV rays, remember to protect yourself from the sun; the temperature varies greatly in the morning and evening, so have a coat ready.
Respect local culture and protect the environment.

🎉In Qingdao, enjoy the pleasure of traveling with the sea by your side! If you have any questions, feel free to leave a message in the comments section.