Highlights
- A red-roofed German colonial seafront — the Zhanqiao Pier, Badaguan villas and No. 1 Beach
- The original Tsingtao Brewery (¥60 tour with tasting) and endless beer-hall seafood
- May Fourth Square & the Olympic Sailing Center at dusk
Beach & headland day
4–5 hours — Water sports in the morning (calmer sea), beach time at noon, headland at sunset.
1.5h
Main beach — swim, paddle or beach-club relax
1h
Headland / lighthouse viewpoint — the panorama
1h
Seafood lunch & island/waterfront stroll
1h
Sunset pier & night market / seaside dinner
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What to know
Getting there
High-speed rail to Qingdao (3.5h from Beijing); the old town hugs the bay south of the station.
Insider tips
- Ride Bus 26 along the coastline for a cheap sightseeing route
- Golden Beach season is July–Aug; June & Sep are more comfortable
Where to stay
Old town / May Fourth Square — 4★, from ¥380/night.