Explore Qingdao's Hidden Gems for Just Over 300 RMB Per Person｜2-Day 1-Night Pitfall-Avoiding Guide to Lingshanwei Ancient City

A millennium-old coastal defense secret hidden in Qingdao West Coast!
Spend 600 RMB to stay in the artfully charming Lingshanwei Ancient City
Go clam digging at the beach + check in at the lonely lighthouse + enjoy authentic seafood
Save this 2-day 1-night budget travel guide👇

【Transportation Guide🚗】
📍Address: Lingshanwei Town, Huangdao District, Qingdao
🚇Transport: Metro Line 13 "Lingshanwei Station" direct access, then 10 minutes by bus
💰Cost: Round-trip fare from Qingdao city center about 100 RMB, excellent value!

【Accommodation Recommendation🏨】
✨Seaside Fisherman’s Guesthouse (about 70 RMB per person/night)
5-minute walk to Longwan Beach
Some rooms have sea view balconies
Includes breakfast, great deal!
Recommended: Seaside Listening to Waves Homestay (bookable on Trip.com)

【Must-Do Experiences📸】
DAY 1:
⛩️ Afternoon: Stroll through Lingshanwei Ancient City Ruins (free)
Qingdao’s only Ming Dynasty coastal defense ancient city
Remaining city walls + cobblestone alleys perfect for photos
Recommended to wear Hanfu for stunning ancient-style shots!

🌅 Evening: Beach clam digging at Longwan Seaside Bathing Beach (free)
Fewer people and fine sand in autumn
Bring a small shovel to dig clams and catch crabs
Don’t forget to take photos with the lonely lighthouse
Every shot looks cinematic!

🦞 Dinner: Seafood street stalls (about 40 RMB per person)
Highly recommended dishes:
Spicy Stir-fried Razor Clams 🌶️
Seaweed Cold Noodles 🥗
Garlic Scallops 🐚

DAY 2:
🚴 Morning 1: Bike along the coastal greenway (free)
Check in at the "Phoenix Mountain Road’s famous S-curve"
Blue sea paired with red railings is stunning

⚓ Morning 2: Visit Navy Park (free)
Learn about Qingdao’s maritime defense history
A must-visit for military enthusiasts!

🌊 On the way back: City Balcony Scenic Area (free)
See the unique reef formations at low tide
Remember to check the tide schedule

💰 Total Cost Breakdown:
Transportation 100 + Accommodation 140 + Food 80 + 30 for clam digging tools = 350 RMB
Save 250 RMB compared to budget!

⚠️ Special Tips:
1️⃣ Bring sun protection clothing + clam digging tools (available for rent locally)
2️⃣ October seaside winds are strong, bring an extra jacket
3️⃣ Recommended to wear non-slip shoes, reef areas are slippery

📸 Photo Spots:
1. Longwan Lonely Lighthouse
2. Ancient City Cobblestone Streets
3. Phoenix Mountain Road S-Curve
4. Navy Park Battleship Model
5. Reef Beach at Low Tide