03 Girls' Yantai 2-Day Walking Tour｜Seafood Feast for 500 RMB Per Person + Check-in at Popular Landmarks

Who understands, family! The sea in Yantai really welds romance in place🌊 As a girl who just finished her return trip, I’ve put together this tested, no-detour essential guide. Students can just copy it—two days to fully enjoy the mountain and sea scenery plus authentic flavors～ 🚗 Transportation Tips｜Unlock sea views for just 1 RMB! ✈️ Penglai Airport: Take the airport shuttle bus directly to the city center (25 RMB/person), saving half the taxi fare, about 1 hour ride, super convenient 🚌 Must-ride Route 17 double-decker bus! For just 1 RMB, you can shuttle along the coastline. The upper deck window seat is a “natural viewing platform,” passing by Golden Beach, Yantai Hill, Fisherman’s Wharf, and at the corner of Hongkou District, snap amazing sea views through the bus window 🚆 Station selection tips: Prioritize Yantai Station (close to city attractions, 10-minute walk to Suochengli); choose Muping Station for Yangma Island; for high-speed rail, pick Yantai South Station to avoid unnecessary detours 📸 Two-day walking route｜Every spot is photogenic! Day 1: City coastal line walk ▫️ Time Tower: Free before 9 AM! 36.9 RMB ticket to the top-floor library, reading by the floor-to-ceiling windows with sea views is so healing. At 4 PM, the slanting sunlight makes the building’s shadows look “sculpted,” perfect for photos (closed on Mondays, don’t go for nothing) ▫️ Lonely Whale: Giant whale sculpture on Golden Beach 🐳, stunning silhouette shots at sunset! Wear light-colored clothes and use the waves as background for instant epic photos ▫️ Yantai Hill + Chaoyang Street: Climb Yantai Hill before sunset to overlook the city’s coastline; the night view is even more amazing than daytime! After descending, stroll Chaoyang Street with its vintage red brick buildings and trendy coffee shops—grab an iced Americano while walking and snapping photos, then head to Suochengli for snacks ▫️ Suochengli: Lanterns light up at night creating a great atmosphere. Try Yantai’s signature steamed jelly from street vendors for a light but satisfying snack Day 2: Island + snack street finale ▫️ Haichang Fisherman’s Wharf: Navigate to the bus stop, the sea railway track like in Spirited Away is a must-shoot! At sunset, the golden sun dyes the sea, and the tracks stretch into the ocean—no filter needed for cinematic shots. Avoid midday strong light for better photos ▫️ Yangma Island: The “Oriental Hawaii” lives up to its name! Rent a small electric scooter for 20 RMB/hour to circle the island. The stag island reefs and sea swings are perfect wallpaper shots. On sunny days at high tide, the jelly-like sea sparkles, crystal clear enough to see underwater reefs ▫️ Yantai Snack Street: Indoor air conditioning is a blessing! Must-try: Northeast rice wrap (stuffed to overflowing), master’s pan-fried buns (crispy outside, juicy inside), spicy tripe (vermicelli soaked in broth). Avoid the meat sauce mashed potato dan dan noodles—they’re bland 🦞 Food List｜Locals’ secret spots that never disappoint ✅ Seafood main meals: Little Red Whale Seafood Restaurant (Zhenda Road branch) is a no-brainer! Freshly caught and cooked seafood is springy and delicious, sea urchin is sweet and fresh without fishiness, sea cucumber rice is drenched in sauce, garlic steamed oysters are bigger than a fist, spicy stir-fried sea cucumber with chili peppers is addictive. About 80 RMB per person to eat until full ✅ Specialty snacks: Yantai steamed jelly dipped in sesame sauce + garlic juice, chewy and flavorful; Penglai small noodles for 10 RMB fill you up, seafood broth is super fresh; hibiscus scallops are tender and fragrant, Fushan big noodles are chewy, paired with Yantai apple vinegar to cut the grease. Don’t forget to bring a box of Yantai cherries before leaving 🏨 Accommodation & Tips to Avoid Pitfalls ▫️ Stay near Yantai Station or Chaoyang Street, within walking distance to many attractions. After snacking at night, you can head straight back to the hotel. Chain hotels cost about 100+ RMB per person, great value ▫️ Pitfall warnings: UV rays are very strong by the sea, sunscreen + sunglasses + hat are must-haves. Mosquitoes are abundant at dusk, don’t forget repellent. Some roads on Yangma Island are one-way; follow GPS for driving, renting a small electric scooter is more flexible. Temperature difference between morning and night is big—even in summer, bring a light jacket. The sea breeze is strong and can cause chills. Check tide tables before beachcombing; 1-2 hours after low tide is the best time to find treasures. Avoid aquaculture zones and slippery reefs Yantai is really perfect for a short trip! A slow-paced seaside city where every snap is a healing scene, seafood so fresh you’ll stomp your feet, snacks with great value, even students on a budget can have a blast～ Hurry and invite your besties to go!