Zibo is the ancient capital of the Qi State, rich in cultural heritage and vibrant nightlife

【3 days 2 nights, about 2700 RMB per person! Zibo Guide: The lively human world beyond barbecue】

Day 1: Arrive at **Zibo Station** by high-speed train (1-2 hours direct from Beijing/Jinan/Qingdao, round trip about 400 RMB), check in to a comfortable hotel in Zhangdian or Linzi district (such as Blue Ocean International, 350 RMB/night × 2 = 700 RMB). In the afternoon, visit 【Haidai Tower · Zhongshu Bookstore】— one of China’s most beautiful bookstores, perfect for photos and city views. In the evening, stroll through 【Crystal Street Night Market】, try crispy pot, fried liver, milk popsicles, and experience the lively nightlife.

Day 2: In the morning, explore the 【Qi Culture Museum】 (free) + 【Football Museum】, travel through the thousand-year-old Qi capital and learn about the origin of “Cuju” (ancient football). In the afternoon, visit 【Tanxi Mountain Ecotourism Area】 (80 RMB ticket, including glass bridge), featuring cliff walkways and high-altitude waterfalls, with stunning autumn red leaves. The highlight at night: **book a local-recommended barbecue restaurant** (Mu Yang Village / Xiao Han Yang, about 80 RMB per person), and experience the soul of the “small pancake + scallion + meat” three-piece combo.

Day 3: Visit the 【China Ceramics and Glass Museum】 (free, national first-class museum) to see Zibo’s millennia-old craftsmanship; optionally visit 【Yanshen Ancient Town】 (free) — Ming and Qing dynasty kiln ruins, perfect for artistic photos. For lunch, taste Zhoucun sesame seed cakes, Boshan tofu boxes, and vegetable pancakes. Return before 2:00 PM.

💰Budget breakdown:
Transport 400 + Accommodation 700 + Food 600 + Attractions about 100 + Barbecue + Miscellaneous 900 ≈ **2700 RMB**

📌Tips:
- Barbecue must be booked in advance, weekends are fully booked;
- It’s recommended to visit Tanxi Mountain early to avoid crowds;
- The ceramics museum gift shop offers handmade small items.

⚠️Avoid:
❌ “Barbecue shuttle buses” outside the station charge exorbitantly, taxi or public transport is recommended;
❌ The “internet-famous grilled eggs” at the night market have long lines and low cost-performance.

Three days and two nights, more than just one barbecue. Zibo is the ancient capital of the Qi State, rich in cultural heritage and vibrant nightlife. Come here to feel the breeze of ceramics and glass, explore secret mountain and water landscapes, and through a string of lively scenes, understand the passion and rebirth of a city.

Post by Trave_sia* | Oct 2, 2025