Qingdao is not recommended in May–July

*❤️*Qingdao Travel Guide** 🏔Qingdao is a coastal city embraced by mountains and sea, famous for its red-tiled buildings, green trees, blue sea, and azure sky. Here is an essential 3-day guide: 📍Day 1: Classic Tour of the Old Town** - *✅*Zhan Bridge**: Qingdao landmark where you can enjoy the sea view and flocks of seagulls (October–April of the following year). - **❤️Catholic Church**: Gothic architecture, with surrounding artistic shops perfect for taking photos. - **💞Signal Hill Park**: Overlook the panoramic view of the old town, with red-tiled buildings and green trees (ticket price: CNY 10). - **💗Daxue Road**: A gathering place for Internet-famous corner walls and cafes. *📍Day 2: Coastal Scenery** - **🌺Badaguan Scenic Area**: A collection of international architectural styles. The autumn red leaves and Princess House are must-sees (ticket price: CNY 20). - **💗No. 2 Bathing Beach**: Fine sand and clear water, perfect for strolling and paddling. - **💞May Fourth Square**: Watch the light show in the evening (starts at 19:30), and enjoy the romantic night view of the Olympic Sailing Center. *📍Day 3: Laoshan Mountain and Beer Culture** - **🏔Laoshan Mountain**: Choose the Yangkou route to climb to the top and see the mountains and sea connected (ticket price: CNY 90 + cable car: CNY 35). - **🍺Qingdao Beer Museum**: Learn about the history of Qingdao beer and taste the original draft (ticket price: CNY 60, including beer). - *🚶*Taidong Pedestrian Street**: Night market snacks include seafood pot stickers and bagged beer. **🍝Food Recommendations** - **🦐Seafood**: Steamed clams and braised prawns in brown sauce (recommended "Kaihai" Restaurant). - *✅*Mackerel Dumplings**: Local specialty, fresh and juicy. - **✅Wild Wonton Soup**: A standard late-night snack, even better with barbecue. *💥Tips** - 🚉Transportation: Download the "Qingdao Metro APP" for the subway, and the bus system is extensive. - 🏨Accommodation: It is recommended to stay in Shinan/Shibei District for easy access to attractions. - 🌴Season: May–October is the best time to visit, and you can go to the sea in July–August, but there are many tourists. 💥🍺Qingdao is suitable for slow travel. Blow the sea breeze, drink beer, and feel the unique charm of the blend of European style and fishing village!