Back from Yantai, a travel destination that blew up my social media!

Here's an ultra-practical Yantai travel guide for you - a foolproof itinerary that requires zero brainpower🌟

🚗 Transportation Guide
🛫 For air travelers:
Direct flights to Penglai International Airport, with airport buses conveniently going downtown (¥20 per person)
🚅 For high-speed rail travelers:
Aim for Yantai Station! Located downtown in Zhifu District, close to everything~
🚌 Local transport:
No subway but excellent bus system! Highly recommend Route 17 double-decker bus🚌 for stunning coastal views (¥2 fare)
Electric scooters are also great for enjoying the sea breeze~

🌊 Must-Visit Attractions
Day1️⃣ Romantic Coastline
👉 Yantai Mountain Scenic Area: Free! Summit offers panoramic city views (every shot is postcard-worthy)
👉 Moon Bay: Iconic landmark🌛 perfect for couple photos!
👉 East Fort Park: A must for military history buffs, coastal defense relics are awe-inspiring

Day2️⃣ For Artsy Souls
☀️ Morning: Around Yantai University (beach + viral zebra crossing = perfect photo ops📸)
🚌 Afternoon: Take Route 17 to coastal attractions (Fisherman's Wharf, Pier... each stop is breathtaking)
🌇 Evening: Watch sunset from Joy City rooftop (ocean + city views in one frame)

Day3️⃣ Fairyland Adventure
🏯 Penglai Pavilion: Where Yellow Sea meets Bohai Sea! (¥100 ticket)
🏝️ Yangma Island: Crystal-clear "jelly" waters! Rent an e-scooter to circle the island (¥50/day)

🍜 Foodie Essentials
【Must-Eat List】
✔️ Yantai Braised Rice Cakes
✔️ Penglai Noodles
✔️ Stir-fried Sea Worms with Chives (unbelievably fresh)
✔️ Spanish Mackerel Dumplings (huge portions!)

【Restaurant Recs】
🏆 Fulaiqi: Best braised rice cakes & dumplings!
🦞 Wangjiao Seafood Village: Must-order sea worm rice!
🍢 Renhexing BBQ: Legendary dough drop soup!
🍲 Hongxing Claypot: ¥50 per person gets you stuffed

🏨 Accommodation Tips
✨ Dazhanggui Seaview Homestay:
✓ Direct Yangma Island ocean views
✓ Tidal flats right outside
✓ Super close to viral photo spots
(Book 1 month ahead! Peak season sells out)

⚠️ Pro Tips:
1️⃣ Yantai sleeps early! Restaurants close by 9pm
2️⃣ Coastal rocks are slippery! Wear anti-slip shoes
3️⃣ SUNSCREEN! SUNSCREEN! SUNSCREEN! Say it three times⛱️

Post by WESTON EVANS | Jul 26, 2025

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