One-day tour in Rizhao, encounter the romantic coastline!

😫 Still wondering where to go for the holiday? The Rizhao one-day tour guide is here! Watch the sunrise at Lighthouse Square, stroll and eat at Dongyi Town, and explore the popular attractions in Rizhao! 🌅05:00 - 06:30 Lighthouse Square The best spot to watch the sunrise in Rizhao, where the white lighthouse blends with the golden dawn, every shot looks like a movie scene. Take a taxi to "Lighthouse Square," about 15 minutes from downtown, parking is also convenient if you drive. Remember to check the sunrise time in advance, wear a light-colored long dress for better photos, and bring a light jacket as the morning sea breeze is cool. 📸06:30 - 09:00 Wanpingkou Gate 3 By the sea bus, sky stairs, swings, and 20 other free photo spots that will flood your social media. It’s a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride (about 10 yuan) from Lighthouse Square. 🌲09:00 - 12:00 Seaside National Forest Park Thousands of acres of dawn redwood forest and golden sandy beach. During the May Day holiday, you can also watch free acrobatic shows. Rent a tandem bike (50 yuan/hour) to ride through the forest straight to the sea. Acrobatics show times are 10:30 and 14:00, free with your ticket, featuring top tricks and face-changing performances. About 20 minutes by taxi (30 yuan) from Wanpingkou, or take bus 35 directly. 🦞12:00 - 14:00 Chocolate Fisherman’s Restaurant A local favorite affordable seafood spot, serving fresh steamed dishes straight from the pot, about 80 yuan per person to eat your fill. Must-try dishes include the steamed seafood pot, mackerel dumplings, and steamed grouper. 🦀14:00 - 16:00 Taigong Island Oyster Park At low tide, the rocky area is full of oysters and clams. Be sure to buy a small bucket, shovel, and gloves in advance (they are expensive in the park). 📷16:00 - 18:00 Shanhaitian Sunshine Coast LOVE Beach, carousel, coconut tree promenade, it feels like walking along the California coast. The light is softest from 16:00 to 17:00, wear bright clothes to stand out. Take running-back photos next to the giant “Love” sculpture for a full vibe. 🍢18:00 - 20:00 Dongyi Town 100 snack stalls, sea sand noodles, yellow fried fish roll pancakes, grilled mackerel... about 30 yuan per person to feast. The sea sand noodle soup base is incredibly fresh, add some chili oil for extra flavor. Osmanthus cake is sticky sweet but not greasy, 5 yuan per serving. Which Rizhao attraction are you most looking forward to on this one-day tour? Tell me in the comments!