[2025 Qingdao Attraction] Travel Guide for Shi Lao Ren (Updated Apr)

Location: Shilaoren Beach Sunrise🌄You can directly locate "Hua Shen Book Cafe", which is right next to the beach. This is the best place to watch the sunrise over Shilaoren. Sunrise time🌄 The time is different every day, so you can check it first. If you want to take pictures of the starry sky, you can go there later. I recommend going there at 5:10, so you can take pictures of the starry sky and watch the sky gradually brighten from complete darkness. Clothes💡 Even in summer, you must wear warm clothes! It is windy at the beach in the morning, so it is best to wear a coat and a hat.

Evergrande Himalayas Thumb Plaza Hotel, I stay here for a few days almost every year. The reason I choose this place is, first, the convenient transportation. It's right next to Haier Road, which connects directly to the Cross-Sea Bridge. About two kilometers south is Shilaoren Seaside Park, and it's not as humid as being right by the sea. The area is very lively, with the Thumb Plaza commercial circle nearby. There's also a food street just to the right when you exit, offering a wide variety of local snacks. Secondly, the hotel gives a really comfortable feeling. From the front desk to the guest rooms, everyone is professional, friendly, and responsive. Even random management staff will enthusiastically help carry your luggage to your room. This time I stayed in room 1225, which is very spacious with 120° floor-to-ceiling windows that instantly improve your mood. When checking out, the floor attendant even escorted me to the elevator with a particularly sweet smile. I also really like the breakfast buffet. The environment is elegant, the dishes are exquisite, and the Western pastries are especially well-made, which explains why there are many foreign guests here. There's also a dedicated children's play area next to the restaurant, a coffee bar and bakery in the lobby, and a large tea and book bar across the way. This time I stayed for three consecutive nights again.

Recently, many celebrities have come to take pictures. It has been a very popular restaurant among Qingdao people for so many years

Is traveling to Qingdao during the off-season actually a kind of enjoyment? The weather is pleasant, neither too cold nor too hot, and there are few tourists. It is the best time to enjoy the sea view! · Transportation Guide: Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport: Airport bus service is provided, the fare is 20 yuan per person, which is convenient and fast. Train Station/High-Speed ​​Railway Station: Qingdao Station is close to the trestle bridge and is a convenient starting point for sightseeing; Qingdao North Station is also a good choice. Metro: Qingdao Metro has opened 6 lines, supporting online payment, which is convenient and fast. Public transportation: Ordinary public transportation fares are 1 yuan or 2 yuan, which is economical and affordable. - Accommodation suggestions: It is recommended to choose accommodation near Qingdao Station or May Fourth Square for easy sightseeing. - Itinerary: Day1️⃣: Pier → Catholic Church → Signal Hill Park → Internet celebrity wall → Xiaoyu Mountain → May Fourth Square Day2️⃣: First Bathing Beach → Badaguan → Second Bathing Beach → Shilaoren Bathing Beach → Qingdao Beer Museum → Taidong Pedestrian Street Day3️⃣: Wheat Island → Yaner Island - Suggestions for travel: Pier: Open for free all day, a landmark attraction in Qingdao. Catholic Church: Ticket price is 10 yuan, opening hours are 8:00-17:00, and you can appreciate the Gothic and Romanesque European architecture. Signal Hill Park: Ticket price is 15 yuan, opening hours are 6:00-20:30, overlooking the panoramic view of Qingdao. Internet celebrity wall: suitable for taking photos and checking in, leaving beautiful memories. Xiaoyu Mountain: Ticket price is 5 yuan, opening hours are 6:00-20:00, with a wide view and pleasant scenery. Bathing Beach: Free and open all day, including the First Bathing Beach, the Second Bathing Beach, etc. Badaguan: Free and open all day, you can admire the buildings of different styles from more than 20 countries. May Fourth Square: Free and open all day, the central square of Qingdao. Beer Museum: Ticket price is RMB 60, opening hours are 8:00-17:30, where you can experience the century-long history of Tsingtao Beer. Wheat Island: Free and open all day, a treasure island suitable for taking photos and picnics. Taitung Pedestrian Street: A night market street with abundant food, perfect for exploring at night. Shilaoren Beach: A resort, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. Yaner Island: There are wooden plank roads and seaside reefs, which are suitable for taking photos. - Food Check-in: Bayu dumplings: The taste is more refreshing than ordinary meat fillings, full and juicy. Tsingtao Beer: When you come to Qingdao, you must try Tsingtao Beer. If you don’t drink, it is recommended to drink the yellow or light yellow one, which has a lighter taste. Spicy fried clams: juicy and delicious, perfect with wine. Chicken soup wontons: a traditional Qingdao snack, the soup is delicious and super fragrant. Seafood braised noodles: unique taste, bright color, full of freshness. Braised pork trotters: the meat and bones are separated, fragrant but not greasy, and the tendons are very chewy.

A complete guide to Qingdao Yuanli Soup Dumplings: A bite of soup dumpling, a bite of freshness In Qingdao, a coastal city full of delicious food, Yuanli Soup Dumplings has become a favorite of many diners with its unique flavor and high popularity. Whether you are a local resident or a tourist visiting Qingdao, don't miss this delicacy. Shilaoren Store: Located in the North District of Jinlingshijia, No. 16 Xianxialing Road, Laoshan District, it is located in the Sino-Korean business district and has an excellent geographical location. The store has a spacious and bright hall and warm and private rooms. Whether it is a family gathering or a drink with friends, you can always find a suitable dining space. Yuanli Soup Dumplings is a mid-range restaurant with affordable prices, and the average consumption per person is around 80-90 yuan. Signature Prawn Soup Dumpling: This is the restaurant’s signature dish and a must-order. Each soup dumpling contains a whole and fresh shrimp. The shrimp body is used as stuffing, and the shrimp head is used to make the dumpling soup, truly achieving two ways to eat one shrimp. Salt-baked Chicken in the Garden: Made with secret salt-baked seasoning powder, the chicken is flavorful and tender, with a moderate saltiness and flavor, and not too greasy. It is a very popular specialty dish. Stone pot fish head: rich garlic flavor, the fish head melts in your mouth, it is tender and juicy, very tasty, and everyone who has eaten it praises it. Qingdao Sea Jelly: Made from agar-agar from the seaside, it has a smooth and fresh taste and is a very refreshing appetizer. Dining Tips Since the soup dumplings in the garden are very popular, especially during meal times and holidays, there are many people dining there. It is recommended to call ahead to reserve a seat to avoid a long wait after arriving at the store.

Qingdao has a variety of New Year events. Here is a detailed guide to help you plan an unforgettable New Year's Eve 🎉🎉 - ✅ New Year Event Venues 📍 Qingdao Wuyue Plaza 💫 New Year Events K-pop random dance, flute music festival, roast whole lamb feast, romantic balloon🎈rain, romantic snowfall, balloon release at midnight, and a big sing-along at midnight. - 📍 Mangrove Tree Resort World 💫 New Year Events New Year concert, bonfire🔥party, countdown with thousands of people, multiple firework shows, and snow park. - 📍 Ado Town 💫 New Year Events On New Year's Eve, you can enjoy a beautiful light show and countdown event, and experience the perfect combination of ancient and modern styles. - 📍 Ocean Spring Resort 💫 New Year Events New Year fireworks, Chinese style performances, water gun battles, and the famous Shilaoren firework show🧨. - 📍 May Fourth Square 💫 New Year Events May Fourth Square light show, seaside market, including "Qingdao Gifts," "Qingdao Cultural Creations," "Qingdao Intangible Cultural Heritage," and "Winter Tour in Qingdao" cultural and tourism products. - 📍 Shilaoren Bathing Beach You can enjoy seaside fireworks and a beautiful sunrise🌅, feel the sea breeze, and let the first ray of sunshine in the new year light up your dreams. - 📍 Laoshan Taiqing You can climb the mountain to pray for blessings. When the New Year's bell🔔 rings, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Qingdao from the top of the mountain and let the hope and dreams of the new year take root in your heart. - ✅ New Year Accommodation Recommendations 🏡 Qingdao Wushe Tangquan Seaview Holiday Courtyard 👉 A private courtyard near the sea, perfect for friends' gatherings and family trips. It has a private hot spring♨️, barbecue grill, mahjong table, projector, etc. You can also enjoy seaside fireworks on New Year's Eve🧨. - ✅ Transportation and Travel Tips 🚇 Public Transportation: Qingdao has a well-developed public transportation system, including subways and buses, making it easy for tourists to reach various New Year event venues. 🚗 Self-driving: If you choose to drive, please check the road conditions and parking information in advance to avoid congestion and inconvenience. - ⚠️ Notes ① Book in advance: New Year🎉 events are popular, so it is recommended to book tickets, hotels, etc. in advance. ② Pay attention to safety: When attending New Year events, please pay attention to the safety of your personal belongings and follow the order of the event site. ③ Keep warm: The temperature in Qingdao is 🥶 low in winter, so please keep warm to ensure a pleasant New Year event.

Day 1: Depart from Shaoxing North to Tai'an Stroll around the ancient street at night Day 2: Climb Mount Tai Challenge the 18 Bends, thrilling and exciting Day 3: Visit the most beautiful bookstore in Zibo Zhongshuge's 42nd store, full of artistic atmosphere Go to Badaju at night, enjoy the barbecue atmosphere Day 4: Check in at Zhanqiao Pier and May Fourth Square in Qingdao Day 5: Shilaoren Bathing Beach is waiting for you Don't miss the seafood feast Day 6: Climb Mount Lao Charter a car to tour the coastal highway, picturesque Day 7: End with a seafood feast on Taidong Road Return with a full load, have a blast&

✔️Near the sea ✔Smart whole house ✔Free parking Friends who come to Qingdao and don’t know where to stay👀Look here! ! It is a very good choice whether it is for travel or business trip🙈 · 📍Excellent location, convenient travel🚗 The location is simply too good🏖️It is located near Shilaoren Beach, and you can embrace the sea and feel the endless charm and grandeur in a short walk🌊Moreover, it is also very close to the International Convention and Exhibition Center. Whether it is business travel or exhibition, it is super convenient💼The surrounding transportation is even more well-connected, and you can easily go to various attractions, making your trip to Qingdao unimpeded! 🚌 · 🏢First-class construction, excellent quality🛏️ 🏨Walking into the hotel, you will be instantly attracted by the elegant and modern design! ✨The spacious and bright guest rooms are equipped with the most advanced facilities🛋️It is especially worth mentioning that the invincible floor-to-ceiling windows, standing in front of the window, it seems that the whole world is in sight, which makes people feel relaxed and happy🌃 Moreover, the room decoration is simple and stylish, the bedding is soft and comfortable🛌The bathroom is also clean and tidy, and the bathing products are of high quality🛁 · 😊Thoughtful service, feel at home👩‍💼 👏The service team is even better💪From booking to check-out, every link makes people feel at home😄Whether it is consulting travel tips or requesting other help, you can get a quick response🎒Especially the luggage storage service, super convenient Shi Lao Ren

Yuanli Tangbao Shilaoren Branch is one of my favorite restaurants, and it's perfect for a small gathering with friends. Address: No. 16 Xianxialing Road, Laoshan District, Qingdao Opening hours: 11:00–21:00 📍Recommended Dishes Signature Prawn Soup Dumplings: Thin skin and large filling, the prawn meat is fresh and tender. Take a bite and the soup bursts in your mouth. Each serving comes with prawn head soup, which is incredibly delicious. Seafood Soup Dumplings: A variety of seafood, including squid, mackerel, and yellow croaker, are gathered together, and every bite is full of ocean flavor. Yuanli Salt Baked Chicken: Made with a secret salt-baked seasoning powder, the flavor is fragrant and penetrates to the bone. Stone Pot Fish Head: Garlic-flavored and soft, the fish melts in your mouth. Stone Pot Beef: The beef is fragrant and not greasy, and the radish is soft and melts in your mouth. 📍Dining Experience Environment: The restaurant is elegantly decorated, with a spacious and bright hall and cozy private rooms, suitable for family gatherings and drinks with friends. Service: The waiters are enthusiastic and attentive, familiar with the dishes, and the restaurant offers free snacks and sweet soup.

Come to Qingdao Citywalk and check out multiple hidden attractions in a short time! Remember this route! I have personally tested it and it is fun 🏃🏻‍♂️Go! 🌊P1.2 Wheat Island: reefs, green trees, blue sea and sky...what a healing scenery! When taking photos on the island, be sure to walk counterclockwise in the morning and clockwise at sunset. 🌊P3 Sea of ​​Love: Right next to Wheat Island, full of Korean atmosphere! Many people ride bikes, run, and walk their dogs here. Remember to take better photos while looking down from the slope. 🌊P4 Longjiang Road: A comics street, the must-see blue "Qingdao" check-in wall, Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Disney on both sides of the road... You can finish the tour in 20 minutes 🌊P5 Catholic Church: It has a European feel. Girls are advised to wear a trench coat as it looks very photogenic. There are many roadside snacks. You can try "Sister Wang BBQ" 🌊P6 Laoshan Fishing Village: A fishing village with a view of the sea ~ stacked up in layers. Individual tourists can enter by bus at the north gate. Overlooking the seaside highway ~ refreshing. 🌊P7.8 Xilingxia Road → Pier: Stroll along the coastal highway and take photos. If you go there in the afternoon, you won’t be able to take photos in the morning due to the backlight! This place is next to the "pier" and there are yachts⛵ available for you to take and feed the seagulls on the boat. 🙅🏻‍♂️: Shilaoren Beach is not worth going to specifically, it is just a white house that was photographed for fun. You can visit the Huashi Tower and Princess Tower in Badaguan if you pass by. ❤️It’s basically dark at 17:00 in Qingdao in winter, so get up early to take pictures of the beautiful scenery!

Qingdao's Stone Old Man was once just an ordinary rock, but it has now become a famous scenic spot. Over the years, the rock has been sculpted by the wind and rain into a magical 'chair' shape. Sitting on this 'chair,' you can enjoy Qingdao's unique sea view and feel the cool breeze brushing against your cheeks. Sometimes you gaze into the distance, sometimes you close your eyes and relax, feeling as serene as an old man sitting peacefully. This place is not only perfect for taking photos but also an excellent spot for relaxation and meditation. When you visit Qingdao, be sure to experience the charm of this 'Stone Old Man' yourself!

|If you come to Qingdao for the first time, you must read this guide first! I have traveled to numerous coastal cities, and Qingdao is my first choice!! I stayed in Qingdao for a week! I summarized many practical travel tips! Dear friends, you must make a good plan before departure, otherwise it is easy to encounter accidents! Recommended travel routes (flexibly adjusted according to actual conditions) Day 1: Zhanqiao→Xiaoyu Mountain→Tsingtao Beer Museum→Zhongshan Park (visit night market) Day 2: Badaguan→Zhanqiao→Xinhao Mountain→Shilaoren (excellent scenery) Day 3: May Fourth Square → Underwater World – First Beach (Enjoy the sea breeze) Day 4: Pier → Seaside Park → Wheat Island (You can choose to go home or stay overnight on the last day) Travel Notes Airplane: Liuting International Airport, airport bus 25/person to the city center 40 minutes Train: Qingdao Station is near Badaguan; Qingdao North Station is near the signal Car rental: If you want to rent a car, you can search on the APP in advance. Bicycle rental can be found around Qingdao Station or North Station. Remember to bargain. The tram must be kept charged. Remember to book accommodation in advance, pack your luggage, and check the real-time weather conditions. Popular attractions recommended Zhanqiao: The seaside plank road has beautiful scenery and is recommended to go there at sunset Xiaoyu Mountain: Overlooking the panoramic view of Qingdao, the observation deck has a wide view Badaguan: A historical building complex that retains a strong European style Signal Hill: Climb high and have a panoramic view of the city Underwater World: Marine Biology Museum, suitable for visiting with children Stone Man: Elephant Trunk Hill Scenic Area, the stone has a unique shape First Beach: The beach has clear water and is suitable for playing in the water Qingdao accommodation recommended first Price: 150/person Location: Near Badaguan, Zhanqiao, Signal Hill Highlights: Sea view room, modern decoration, comfortable and warm Address: The second store in Shinan District, Qingdao Price: 200/double Location: Close to the Underwater World, the First Bathing Beach, and May Fourth Square Highlights: cozy loft apartment, complete facilities, convenient surroundings Address: Shibei District, Qingdao

Qingdao is actually not very hot during May Day, and you can wear thin long sleeves. You must go to the seaside on a sunny day, as it's not very attractive on cloudy days and lacks atmosphere. As for attractions, you can go to the Old Stone Man to watch the sunrise, if you can get up early on a good weather morning. Then there's the place I mentioned in the group, which is relatively less crowded. One is the Seaside Scenic Area, where you can walk along the coastline. There's a platform where you can sit and watch the sea and the sunset. Another is Huiquan Road; you can navigate to the parking lot of Badaguan Hotel and walk from there, and it's also not very crowded. In May, the spring flowers in Zhongshan Park may have already bloomed, but it's still worth a visit if you have time. Then you can go to Xiaoyushan or Signal Hill to watch the sunset. Xiaoyushan offers a view of the No.1 Bathing Beach, and Signal Hill probably has a panoramic view of the old city area of Qingdao, both are very nice. There's also Dabaodao, Zhongshan Road, the Catholic Church, and Zhanqiao Pier, which are all close to each other near Qingdao Station. Take the subway and get off directly at Zhanqiao Pier from Qingdao Station. Stroll around and you'll reach Dabaodao, where there are many interesting shops suitable for photography. Near the Catholic Church, there's something like Anna's Castle, which I've never entered, but it's fine to just take photos outside. There's also Yinyuxiang, a newly developed area that's quite interesting. The decorations are very beautiful, and there are coffee shops and the like, suitable for a city walk. I don't think there's much to do at May Fourth Square, but you can go for a walk in the evening, it's good for a stroll.

🌈 Coastal Route in Qingdao's Laoshan District I really, really love this route😍! Pick a sunny day with a gentle breeze, take a stroll along the coast, and feel the unique romance of a seaside city💕. Apart from the area around Xiaomaidao where there are more people, other places are not crowded, allowing you to enjoy taking photos📷 to your heart's content. There are also several popular internet-famous coffee shops🥂, with paintings🖼 along the way, where you can rest for a moment before continuing on your journey. Finally, end your trip with a sunset over the sea at Xiaomaidao, which is simply too beautiful🌅~ 🗺Route: Old Stone Man Beach - Qingdao City Exhibition Hall - Qingdao Sculpture Park - Sea Breeze Plaza - Qingdao Polar Ocean Park - Sea Love Park - Xiaomaidao ⏰Duration: Approximately 4-5h with stops for photography 🛣Journey: The whole journey is along the coastal greenway, about 8km in total 📸Photo Check-in Spots Recommended: 🏠Old Stone Man White House 🌊Indoor Sea Viewing Platform at the City Exhibition Hall 🌈Sculpture Park Rainbow Road ☕doctom coffee 🌳Sea Love Park 🌇Xiaomaidao Sunset

Those who are obsessed with the sea and snow are satisfied today. Getting up at 7 o'clock and being in place at 8 o'clock, there is only a short hour of sunny weather from 8-9, seeing the sea, desert, snow mountain, blue sky and white clouds is already very lucky. There are only four or five people on the vast beach. The wind is very strong, but it's not cold at all. Feeling the connection between man and nature, that is the moment when I dance with the world. Snowing

Here I am, strolling by the sea again, with the noisy yet peaceful days in the sea breeze, I really like it. But honestly, as long as you apply a little light makeup, then take a picture with a light face, add a filter to yourself in the post-production, it's very nice (the photo was taken by my mom at a fixed point, thanks mom). Light makeup: I don't know if you have other understandings of light makeup, but for me, it's usually just applying sunscreen and primer after normal skincare, then putting on false eyelashes, applying lipstick, and that's it (as for foundation, it depends on your needs). This area of the small house is particularly suitable for aimless wandering, looking into the distance, it's the vast seaside, and nearby, it's the memories of my mom and I walking together

The hotel is surrounded by many landscapes such as the well-known domestic tourist resort of Shilaoren, the beautiful 'Leading Mountain on the Sea' - Laoshan, and the International Convention Center that embodies the style of Qingdao. The scenery in the Shilaoren Sightseeing Park is unique, and the beach and sea breeze of the Shilaoren Seawater Bathing Beach are unforgettable. The hotel integrates guest rooms, dining, and modern business facilities. It has luxuriously decorated standard rooms, double rooms, business rooms, luxury suites, etc., with complete facilities, including central air conditioning, cable TV, 24-hour hot water, broadband network interface, and independent bathrooms. The hotel has banquet halls of various styles, and a large banquet hall that can accommodate 260 people dining at the same time. The hotel mainly serves Lu cuisine, with local seafood from Shazikou and local dishes from Laoshan as the main features. Every spring, the hotel holds the Laoshan Wild Vegetable Festival, the Passionate Barbecue Beer Festival in summer, launches a series of autumn and winter nourishment in autumn, and launches a nourishing hot pot series in winter.

In the early morning of winter, the breeze blows on your face, and the cold air strikes. However, standing by the sea in Qingdao, you can still feel the heat gradually rising from the bottom of your heart. When the setting sun gradually hides between the mountains and the sea, ripples appear on the sea, as if telling the memories and stories of this city. Looking around, you can see all kinds of strange stones dotted between the yellow sand and the blue, the most famous of which is the old stone man. Under the afterglow of the setting sun, the old stone man looks particularly mysterious, as if telling his own years of vicissitudes. Standing next to the old stone man, you can hear the sound of the waves hitting the rocks, and you can also see the dolphins jumping on the water in the distance, everything is so wonderful and natural. Between the mountains and the sea of Qingdao, there seems to be a deep meaning. When you are here, you can find the tranquility and natural power in your heart again, and feel the unexpected warmth in the winter cold wind.

Qingdao is located in the southern part of the Shandong Peninsula and is a charming city. With its magnificent coastline, it is a great destination for travel. During this trip, I deeply felt the beauty and uniqueness of Qingdao’s seaside. First of all, Qingdao’s coastline is spectacular. There are vast beaches and clear water here, where people can enjoy the sun and sea breeze. At the seaside, you can sit on the beach and admire the islands and fishing boats in the distance, or go swimming and playing in the water to feel the coolness and comfort of the water. Secondly, Qingdao’s seaside is also rich in seafood. The seafood here is very fresh and delicious, especially the oysters and shrimps are unforgettable. In the seaside restaurants, you can taste a variety of delicious seafood dishes and enjoy a double feast of delicious food and beautiful scenery. Finally, Qingdao’s seaside also has a unique cultural and historical background. It was once a German colony and has preserved many German-style buildings and cultural heritage, such as the Stone Man and the Qingdao International Beer Festival. At the seaside, you can appreciate these unique cultural elements and feel the multicultural atmosphere of Qingdao. All in all, Qingdao’s seaside is a very beautiful and interesting place worth visiting. Whether you are enjoying the sunshine and beaches, tasting seafood and delicacies, or experiencing diverse cultures, you can find your own fun and enjoyment here.