Clearer than Sanya! Cheaper than Jeju Island! The hidden "Jelly Sea" in the North

🌊 Yantai Yangma Island｜2 Days 1 Night Nanny-Level Guide! Encounter the "Jelly Sea" this summer

Known as the "Eastern Hawaii" and the "Northern Maldives," Yangma Island was named after Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s eastern tour to raise horses. Today, it’s famous for its glass sea, vast caves, and island cycling! This firsthand guide helps you avoid crowds and fully enjoy the island!

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🚗 Transportation Guide (Must-see in peak season!)

• Self-driving: Navigate to "Yangma Island Cross-Sea Bridge," free to pass, but from July 23 to August 31, the coastal scenic area is under 24-hour traffic control, private cars are prohibited! It’s recommended to park at the off-island transfer center (free).

• Shuttle Bus: Free! Operating from 8:00 to 20:30, with a circular island line (20 stops covering all attractions) and a direct team line. You can get on and off at any stop, super convenient!

• High-speed Rail/Airplane: Take the high-speed train to Muping Station (15-minute taxi to the island), or fly to Yantai Penglai Airport (1.5-hour drive).

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🌅 Must-Visit Attractions & Photo Spots

1. Zhang Island Scenic Area (Shuttle stop "Zhang Island Station")

◦ The red wooden boardwalk winds into the sea; at low tide, explore the conch caves (wide-angle low shots of silhouettes are stunning).

◦ The Flame Piano and Cave Swing are new popular installations; shoot atmospheric photos during the blue hour at dusk!

2. Lotus Sunset (Shuttle stop with the same name)

◦ Jelly Sea + Popular Cave: Facing the sea, on the right rocky area, shoot transparent seawater and cave silhouettes one hour before sunset (need to crouch!).

◦ Shell Gate: Pure white artistic frame capturing the sea and sky in one view.

3. Qin Feng Cliff

Seven galloping horse sculptures + a sea corridor, learn about Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s horse-raising legend, perfect for family visits.

4. Island Diary

Pure white Instagram-style café, order a "Qixia Apple Iced Americano," and wait for a sea sunset on the second-floor terrace. Book the guesthouse one month in advance!

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🍤 Taste of Yangma Island: Seafood Lover’s Paradise!

• Must-try list👉

Sea cucumber rice (crispy, tender, and fresh!), warm scallop edges (signature dish at Xinyang Restaurant! Sour, spicy, and chewy), large mackerel dumplings, sea urchin steamed egg.

• Restaurant Recommendations:

◦ Xinyang Restaurant: A local secret, scallop edges are exceptional.

◦ Island Diary Café: Yantai sweet potato latte, green grape lemon fruit tea, perfect for cooling down.

◦ Buy seafood at the dock: Purchase live seafood at Yangma Island market and have the guesthouse cook it (affordable!).

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📅 Itinerary Plan (Tested and efficient version)

Day 1: Island Light Chasing Tour

• Morning: Tianma Square (start) → Qin Feng Cliff (horse sculptures) → Zhang Island (boardwalk + cave exploration).

• Noon: Seafood at Xinyang Restaurant.

• Afternoon: Island Diary Café → Lotus Sunset (shoot caves + jelly sea) → Houhai Coffee Cliff Viewing Platform.

• Evening: Wading at the beach / cycling on the west coast chasing the sunset.

Day 2: In-depth Experience

• Tide hunting: Check the "Tide Spirit" mini-program, pick crabs and starfish at Chunguang Pier during low tide.

• Go fishing: Charter a fishing boat (about 150 RMB/person) or visit the racecourse (horse racing shows on weekends).

• Overnight: Recommended Búshe Guesthouse (mountain view room 799 RMB/night, includes afternoon tea + breakfast), hidden between mountains and sea.

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💡 Local-Level Tips

• Outfit: Light-colored long dress + straw hat (white dress with red boardwalk is super fairy-like!), bring water shoes to prevent slipping on rocks.

• Tide hunting: Pick small crabs at Zhang Island and Rocky Beach Park, bring a small bucket & tongs.

• Avoid pitfalls: Be cautious choosing scenic area food stalls! "Tongyu BBQ" in Muping District outside the island is more authentic.

• Hidden activity: Watch the sunrise at Zhang Island at 5:00 am, mirror-like sea reflects the morning light, fewer people and pure scenery.

🎫 Tickets: Entire island is free! Only the racecourse and some cafés require optional purchases.

📸 Photography: Drone aerial shots of the S-shaped island road + jelly sea will instantly wow your social circle!

Half of Yangma Island’s beauty lies in the clear sea and sky, the other half in the freedom of slow travel. This summer, come for a date with the sea and freedom!🌤️