Welcome to Qingdao

Welcome to Qingdao

Qingdao | A Dreamy Journey to the Treasure Coastal City

Who understands, family! Qingdao is truly a treasure travel destination that combines romance and delicious food😍. It’s like a beautiful painting slowly unfolding, with red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and sky—every frame breathtakingly beautiful. Now, let me take you on this romantic journey to Qingdao!

Preparation

● Documents: ID card, student ID (don’t forget to bring it if you have discounts).

● Clothing: Qingdao’s weather is changeable. Even in summer, it can get a bit chilly by the sea at night, so bring a light jacket.

● Daily necessities: Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat, moisturizing skincare products. The UV rays in Qingdao are strong, so sun protection is very important.

● Others: Camera or phone (to capture the beautiful scenery), a small amount of cash (just in case).

Transportation Guide

External Transportation

● Airplane: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport, with airport shuttles, subway, and other transportation options to the city center.

● Train: Qingdao Station, Qingdao North Station. Qingdao Station is closer to city attractions and more convenient.

Internal Transportation

● Subway: Qingdao’s subway lines cover most attractions, convenient and affordable.

● Bus: Many bus routes go directly to attractions, but it can be crowded during peak hours.

● Taxi/Ride-hailing: Flexible travel, but traffic jams may occur during peak tourist seasons.

Accommodation Suggestions

● Shinan District: Close to Zhanqiao Pier, Badaguan, May Fourth Square, and other attractions. Convenient travel with many hotel and homestay options.

● Shibei District: Near Taidong Pedestrian Street, rich in shopping and food options.

Food Recommendations

● Beer: How can you not drink beer in Qingdao! Tsingtao Beer is famous worldwide. You can taste fresh draft beer in beer houses on every street corner, and you can also buy some loose beer to take away😋.

● Seafood: Spicy stir-fried clams, steamed sea urchin egg custard, scallops with chili oil, steamed crab... all kinds of seafood are fresh, tender, and affordable. It’s recommended to buy seafood at Yingkou Road Market and then have it cooked at nearby restaurants.

● Mackerel Dumplings: A Qingdao specialty, with chewy dumpling skins and fresh mackerel filling—super satisfying in every bite.

● Potstickers: Qingdao’s potstickers are also distinctive, with golden crispy skins and juicy fillings. Paired with a bowl of millet porridge, it’s simply perfect.

Attraction Guide

Day 1: Zhanqiao Pier - Signal Hill Park - University Road - Xiaoyushan Park - Badaguan

● Zhanqiao Pier: Qingdao’s iconic building, a long pier extending into the sea. At the end, you can see Huilan Pavilion. Many seagulls fly around the pier, circling you—very interesting.

● Signal Hill Park: Offers a panoramic view of Qingdao’s red tiles, green trees, and blue sea and sky. A great spot for photos. The three red mushroom-shaped buildings on the hilltop are very distinctive.

● University Road: Qingdao’s most artistic street, with many cafes, bookstores, and unique shops. The corner of University Road and Yushan Road is a popular photo spot—be sure to take pictures there.

● Xiaoyushan Park: Here you can see beautiful views of Zhanqiao Pier, Little Qingdao Island, and Huiquan Bay. The classical architecture in the park is also very charming.

● Badaguan: Known as the “World Architecture Expo,” it gathers many buildings of different styles. There is also a beautiful beach with fine sand and clear water.

Day 2: May Fourth Square - Olympic Sailing Center - Xiaomai Island Park

● May Fourth Square: Qingdao’s new landmark, with the striking “Wind of May” sculpture. The square is brilliantly lit at night and very beautiful.

● Olympic Sailing Center: The venue for the sailing events of the 2008 Beijing Olympics. You can take a sailboat here to experience the charm of the sea.

● Xiaomai Island Park: A free park with large lawns and coastline. You can enjoy beautiful sea views and sunsets here—great for photos.

Day 3: Tsingtao Beer Museum - Taidong Pedestrian Street

● Tsingtao Beer Museum: Learn about the history and brewing process of Tsingtao Beer, and taste fresh beer. The museum also offers many interesting interactive experiences.

● Taidong Pedestrian Street: Qingdao’s busiest commercial street, with various foods, snacks, and shopping stores. Enjoy shopping and food to your heart’s content here.

Notes

● Be careful and follow the rules when swimming at Qingdao’s beaches.

● Pay attention to prices and quality when buying seafood to avoid being overcharged.

● Qingdao’s weather changes quickly, so check the weather forecast before traveling.

Family, Qingdao is truly a city you won’t want to leave once you arrive. Pack your bags quickly and set off on a spontaneous trip to Qingdao!😘