Things to Do in Qingdao

Top Things to Do in Qingdao

Things to Do in Qingdao


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Top Attractions in Qingdao

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  • Traveller_Oldie
    Charleston, SC284 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice open area to view the ocean and the high rise buildings. In the evening the buildings are lit up and a lot of people gather to see it.
    Written July 25, 2021
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  • Matthew E
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lots of information about how the brewery was founded, which is fascinating, and of course there was beer with the visit (always fantastic). Much of the information was in English which I appreciated though there’s no English audio tour. You should definitely take a look if you’re in Qingdao
    Written February 27, 2024
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  • KMC
    Qingdao, China31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The old street lamps, the tree-lined avenues, the silence, and that nostalgic feeling upon seeing so many old German homes, reminds me of my time in Germany. I visit this area almost every weekend. Improvements are being made yearly, and efforts to convert derelict homes into quaint cafes have been mostly successful.
    Written March 19, 2022
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  • ashley
    Capalbio, Italy1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an incredible experience. If you have 5 hours in Qingdao and want the best bang for your buck, definitely head to Laoshan. Read the other reviews to find out why you should go. Read this review if you’ve decided to go and are planning your trip.

    Here are some warnings:
    * This hike is not a hike. It’s a CLIMB. You will be going up and down stairs for two hours. And not indoor stairs. The stairs are slanted, broken, narrow, often crowded, and sometimes icy.
    * Check the weather. It’s cold up there. Wind chill is not your friend. The hike will warm you up, but even then your fingers will be icicles. I recommend bringing a jacket that lets you slip your hands in the sleeves, if not gloves.
    * If you can’t arrive at the shuttle station ( / ticket booth / tourist info office) by 1pm, go do something else. It will be (with NO lines, taking the cable car) an hour before you get to the top of the mountain. The cable car closes at 4:30, and the last shuttle leaves at 5. You probably COULD do it in two hours, but you’ll want to take a million pictures, read the signs, and enjoy the scenery.
    * Before you buy your shuttle ticket, make sure the cable car is working. The shuttle ticket salesperson can tell you this.
    * You will probably need your passport to get a shuttle ticket. I didn’t see that in any other reviews, and felt lucky I had it on me.

    Suggestions:
    * For your first visit, do Jufeng. Trust me.
    * Don’t miss Xiantian bridge. The map is a little unclear, but that’s how you get to Zhaixing Pavillion, which was my favorite part of the journey. It’s definitely worth the extra steps (if you’re not running late).
    * From the cable car, you’ll walk up to Zhuque Stone. You’ll be a bit exhausted and you’ll face a difficult decision. Clockwise or counter-clockwise? If you plan on doing the whole thing, go clockwise. It’s (slightly) more gradual at the beginning, but still a challenge.
    * Dress for success. Wear shoes with good tread and layers for heat adjustments.
    * There are two places to buy water on the loop.
    * The signs say “toilet.” There are no “toilets” on the mountain. Ladies, you’ve been warned. There is also no running water, so bring hand wipes or hand sanitizer.

    If this sounds like gloom and doom, I apologize. It’s an incredible hike, but I’m hoping at least one person can learn from my mistakes. 🙃
    Written March 17, 2024
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  • Traveller_Oldie
    Charleston, SC284 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very nice church and typical European Square. But not much more. Luckily a German stall selling Bratwurst and cold beer made it worth the visit.
    Written July 25, 2021
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  • eatdrinkmenwomen
    Heidelberg, Germany259 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our family spent almost half a day in this upscale large mall.
    While our daughter got beautiful nails done (2hrs for 25€ with a Chinese Groupon voucher), my wife and myself had a delicious bubble tea and strolled through the unbelievable variety of shops. She mainly for clothes, me for electronics, cars (!) and food outlets/stores. Unbelievable choice of restaurants in this mall in all price ranges and cuisines.
    Many people of all ages in this mall, so we also enjoyed the people watching. 🙂
    Written October 30, 2023
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  • ROCruiser
    Claremont, CA4,655 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This iconic bridge with the pavilion is very much appreciated by the locals. It was quite busy on the day we visited with some people tagging along their luggage, which I don't know where they were going. We, on the other hand, did not walk all the way out. Just enjoyed the view from the beach area.
    Written May 20, 2020
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  • Matthew E
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A full on splurge about Qingdao’s fascinating 100 year history told in a very pretty stately home. The audio guide in English works well, though there’s a bit too much about the furniture for my liking and not enough about the governance - weirdly, the history of the sewer system was a real highlight. This will give you a great background to Qingdao and I reckon you should visit it early in your stay
    Written February 27, 2024
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  • Surveyor47
    Havant, UK1,935 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A nice, easy walk, very informative. There is a lot to see and plenty of places for a snack or drink. There is also a shpping mall nearby.
    Written January 15, 2020
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  • Deanosaur89
    Edmonton, Canada2,162 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a great part of Laoshan National Park but was a little out of the way from the rest of the park. We misunderstood and thought we could take a bus from the Laoshan Tourist Service Center but you actually have to take a seperate bus near Beijiushiu metro station to get up here. The hike was about intermediate and there were plenty of places to stop for breaks and refreshments.

    We loved this section for the amount of shade throughout and the crystal clear water. It made for a very pleasant morning.

    When we got to the fork near the entrance we decided to go left to avoid the crowds and our gamble paid off as the path was less inclined going this way. We find the path the other way was quite steep and we prefer to walk down from the heights.

    Cost of a ticket into Laoshan is 210 yuan for three days to access all areas but you can also spend around 90 to get to specific ones. We think two days in Laoshan is perfect. There are cable cars in many of the sections and it is worthwhile asking attendants which ones are open if you need them. This section does not have a cable car. Plan to spend around 4 to 5 hours for this section including the busses to and from this area. I would recommend a good pair of shoes too. You may also want to bring a little bit of cash in case you need to buy refreshments mid snack as I could not got my WeChat pay working in some areas.

    As a side note there were quite a few friendly feral cats in the area when we went in July 2021 including some kittens.
    Written July 13, 2021
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  • EastmeetsWestAB
    London, UK1,475 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A great place to be. We walked to signal hill and the views of the city is great.

    The coffee shop nearby is also very traditional and with an amazing views.

    There is sufficient signs to take u to the top. Cannot ask for more.
    Written October 6, 2023
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  • Traveller_Oldie
    Charleston, SC284 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful park with great views. Take the cable car ride. A wonderful way to spend a few hours in the city and you will meet many locals and their children.
    Written July 26, 2021
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