I'm already looking forward to Weihai next month.
by Luna Foster Lily
Nov 8, 2024
Immersive Weihai Travel Guide: 3 Days & 2 Nights
Perfect for: Girls' trips, romantic getaways, photography enthusiasts
Best season: May-October (summer for water fun, spring/autumn for pleasant cycling)
Day 1: Stunning Coastal Route Exploration
Morning
- Huoju 8th Street: Navigate to the intersection with Coastal Road. Arrive around 7:30am for crowd-free photos of this "Little Kamakura" slope with blue-white buildings against the sea - every frame looks cinematic.
- Grape Beach Bathing Area: 15-minute drive from Huoju 8th Street. Enjoy fine sand, gentle waves, sunbathing on beach chairs, or thrilling jet ski rides.
Noon
- Lunch recommendation: "Old Ciguozi" restaurant. Must-tries: Sea worm rice (chewy sea worms with glutinous rice) and braised sea cucumber with scallion - signature Weihai dishes.
Afternoon
- Coastal Road cycling: Rent long-range e-bikes for a romantic ride from Sea Park via Haiyuan Park to Cat Mountain Viewpoint #3. See vintage fishing boats and capture breathtaking sea views through unique viewing windows.
Evening
- Yuehai Park: The white lighthouse and swing create perfect sunset silhouettes against golden sea reflections.
Accommodation
Stay at a Half Moon Bay sea-view B&B - fall asleep to ocean sounds with stunning views.
Day 2: History & Island Culture Experience
Morning
- Liugong Island (¥122 including round-trip ferry, departures 7:30am-3:30pm). Visit the Sino-Japanese War Museum, Donghong Fort, and take the cable car for panoramic views.
Noon
- Lunch recommendation: "Hanxiangfu BBQ Manor" for authentic Korean cuisine. Try charcoal-grilled black beef ribs and hearty army stew.
Afternoon
- Haiyuan Park: Photograph vintage fishing boats and traditional seaweed-thatched cottages while enjoying sea breezes.
Evening
- Hanlefang Night Market: Try crispy Korean fried chicken and chewy spicy rice cakes.
Day 3: Hidden Gems & Island Leisure
Morning
- Naxianghai Diamond Beach (reach by taxi/bus line 4). The white "diamond" sand and triangular wooden café offer perfect seaside relaxation. Build sandcastles or wade in waves.
Noon
- Lunch recommendation: "Xianghai Fishing Port" nearby. Steamed grouper and seafood dumpling soup will recharge your energy.
Afternoon
- Jiming Island (¥88 round-trip ferry). Visit the cliffside café (featured in "Where Are We Going, Dad?") and hike the island loop trail through fishing villages.
Return
Depart Jiming Island by 5:30pm for your trip back to the city.
Pro Tips
- Transport: Rent e-bikes for city exploration; use taxis/intercity buses for distant spots.
- Avoid touristy seafood stalls - buy fresh seafood at Changfeng Market and have it cooked nearby.
- Pack windbreakers, sun protection, and light-colored outfits for photos.
- Check tide tables for Xiaoshi Island beachcombing - you might catch crabs or clams!
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