Yantai, Changdao | A Date with Changdao, A Journey to the Stars and the Sea

Preparation - Documents: Bring your ID card and other necessary documents. - Clothing: Prepare according to the season. Bring light and breathable clothes, sun protection clothing, and swimsuits in summer; long-sleeved jackets in spring and autumn; and warm and windproof clothing in winter. - Medicine: Prepare cold medicine, stomach medicine, motion sickness medicine, and other common medicines. - Other items: Camera, mobile phone, power bank, umbrella, sunscreen, sun hat, etc. Transportation - External transportation: You can take a flight to Yantai Penglai International Airport and then go to Penglai Port; or take a high-speed train to Penglai Station and transfer to a bus to Penglai Port. - Transportation on the island: There are buses and taxis, and you can also choose shared bicycles or shared cars. Accommodation - Hotels: There are many choices on Nanchangshan Island, with complete facilities and standardized services. - Homestays: The fishing homestays on Beichangshan Island offer a chance to experience the life of a fisherman; there are also many cozy family homestays on the southern island. Attractions - Jiuzhangya: Located on the north island, it is famous for its steep cliffs and beautiful coastline, and is a great place to watch the sunset. - Moon Bay: The beach is covered with round pebbles, resembling a crescent moon, and is suitable for walking and taking photos. - Fengshan: The highest point of Changdao, where you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the whole island. - Linhai Park: With rich forest resources and fresh air, you can enjoy the natural confluence of the Yellow Sea and the Bohai Sea. - Bird Island: Take a boat to see many seabirds. - Xianjingyuan: A place where the Eight Immortals are said to have lived, with beautiful scenery. Food Recommendations - Seafood feast: A wide variety of crabs, shellfish, fish, etc. You can try steamed crabs, spicy fried clams, braised fish, etc. - Seaweed buns: Made with seaweed as the filling, they are delicious. - Salted fish cakes: Salted fish with cornmeal cakes, with a unique flavor. Tickets and Opening Hours - Tickets: Full line CNY 150/person, valid for two days; south line and north line tickets CNY 110/person each. - Opening hours: Usually 8:00–17:00, last entry at 15:30.