A university student guide to eating and sightseeing in Qinhuangdao.

⛱️Transportation
Ticket prices vary depending on the train and seat type. Students can enjoy a 50% discount! (Students, use your student ID!!!)
• 🚄Transportation in the city: Qinhuangdao has a very developed public transportation system. You can use a bus card or mobile payment to conveniently visit various attractions.
⛱️Accommodation
• 🏠Recommended areas: Jinmeng Bay or Beidaihe, close to the sea and convenient transportation. (It's best to be right by the sea! You can watch the sunrise and sunset! It's super romantic!!!)
• 🏠Accommodation type: Budget sea view apartment or youth hostel, about RMB 150–200 per person per night, economical and with a sea view.
⛱️Itinerary
DAY 1:
• Morning: Arrive in Qinhuangdao, take a taxi to the hotel, and take a short break.
• Afternoon: Visit Jinmeng Bay and enjoy the beach and sea.
• Evening: Go to Qinhuang Alley to taste local snacks, such as cold noodles with stinky tofu and roasted pig's trotters.
DAY 2:
• Morning: Go to Laohushi Beach and enjoy the morning beach scenery.
• Noon: Have lunch near Laohushi, and try the local seafood! It's delicious and fresh😋
• Afternoon: Visit Aranya Chapel and Lonely Library, great for taking photos!
• Evening: Go to Gongfuzhuang Night Market and continue to taste delicious food, such as grilled gluten and fried skewers.
DAY 3:
• Early morning: Go to Dove Nest to watch the sunrise and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the seaside.
• Morning: Visit Shanhaiguan and Laolongtou to learn about the history and culture of the Great Wall. (These roads are basically mountain climbing, with no shade! Remember to apply sunscreen! Especially in July and August, it's really sunny! It's easy to get sunburned!)
• Noon: Have lunch near Shanhaiguan and taste local specialties.
• Afternoon: Return to the hotel to pack your luggage and prepare for the return trip.
⛱️Food
• 🍝Recommended restaurants: Xiaojie Affordable Seafood, Yiwangjin Seafood, etc., moderately priced and authentic
• 🍜Night market snacks: Qinhuang Alley, Liuzhuang Night Market, Gongfuzhuang Night Market, etc., a wide variety of snacks at affordable prices
⛱️Travel guide
• 🏄🏻‍♀️Beach fun: Laohushi Beach, Jinmeng Bay, and other places are great places to enjoy the beach and sea
• 🎥Photo spots: Aranya Chapel, Lonely Library, Xigang Garden, and other places are great places to take photos
• ⛩️History and culture: Shanhaiguan, Laolongtou, and other attractions are great places to learn about the history and culture of the Great Wall
⛱️Notes
•‼️Sunscreen: The ultraviolet rays are strong by the sea, so be sure to take sun protection measures
•‼️Transportation: Plan your itinerary and transportation in advance to avoid wasting time and energy
•‼️Safety: When playing by the sea, pay attention to the tides and waves to ensure your safety