Qingdao 2-Day Tour
Beer & Beach Flash: Zhanqiao Pier + Badaguan Scenic Area + Tsingtao Beer Museum
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Zhanqiao Pier Scenic Area + Tsingtao Beer Museum + Pichaiyuan Food Street + Tianhou Temple
Zhanqiao Scenic Area
Zhanqiao Pier is located on the coast of Shinan District, Qingdao City. First built in 1891, it is Qingdao's earliest pier and one of its symbols. The pier is 440 meters long, with the octagonal 'Huilange Pavilion' at its end, an iconic building for Tsingtao Beer. The area around Zhanqiao Pier boasts beautiful scenery, where visitors can enjoy the charming views of Qingdao Bay and the German architectural complex. At night, the lights are dazzling, making it a must-visit destination for tourists to experience Qingdao's coastal charm.
Qingdao Beer Museum
The Qingdao Beer Museum was invested in and built by Qingdao Beer Co., Ltd., and is the first beer-themed museum in China. It is located at No. 56 Dengzhou Road, the century-old factory of Qingdao Beer, and is one of Qingdao's iconic tourist attractions. The museum integrates a century of historical culture, production processes, multi-functional entertainment areas, and shopping and dining services, providing visitors with a comprehensive platform to understand Qingdao beer culture.
Pichaiyuan
Pichaiyuan is a famous century-old food street in Qingdao, gathering a variety of specialty foods such as seafood, snacks, and BBQ. It preserves the unique architectural style of Qingdao's 'Liyuan' (courtyard houses), making it an excellent place to experience old Qingdao folk customs and taste authentic local snacks. At night, Pichaiyuan is even more brightly lit and bustling with activity.
Tianhou Palace
Qingdao Tianhou Palace is an ancient Mazu temple and an important folk museum in Qingdao. Built during the Ming Dynasty, it enshrines Mazu, the goddess of the sea, and is one of the oldest existing temple buildings in Qingdao, carrying rich marine folk culture and historical heritage.
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Badaguan Scenic Area + Qingdao No.2 Bathing Beach + Huashi Villa + Signal Hill Park
Badaguan Scenic Area
The Badaguan Scenic Area is located between Huiquan Cape and Taiping Cape in Qingdao. It is named after its eight main roads and boasts numerous Western-style buildings of varying architectural styles, earning it the reputation of a 'World Architectural Expo'. The area features beautiful surroundings and lush vegetation, with scenery that changes with each season. It is a famous resort and wedding photography base in Qingdao. Notable attractions within the area include Princess Building and Huashi Building.
Qingdao Second Bathing Beach
Qingdao Second Bathing Beach, also known as "Zhonghai Beach", is located in Shinan District, Qingdao City, within the Badaguan Scenic Area. The sand here is fine, the slope is gentle, and the water is clear, making it a beautiful seaside bathing beach within Qingdao city. The beach is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the sea on one side, offering a quiet environment and beautiful scenery. It is a popular destination for summer retreats and and swimming.
Huashi Building
The Huashi Building is located at No. 18 Huanghai Road, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. It is a five-story stone villa built in 1932, blending Greek, Gothic, and Roman architectural styles. Constructed from marble and stone, it features a large corner tower and multi-colored exterior walls, earning it the local nickname 'Colorful Rock Building'. The Huashi Building is situated within the Badaguan Scenic Area, making it one of Qingdao's famous attractions and a popular spot for wedding photography. It is said that Chiang Kai-shek once resided here, and a secret passage leading to the sea is still preserved within the building.
Signal Hill Park
Signal Hill Park is located in the center of Qingdao, with an altitude of 98 meters, and is one of Qingdao's famous attractions. The park boasts lush vegetation and pleasant scenery. From the summit, visitors can overlook the old city of Qingdao, Zhanqiao Pier, Xiao Qingdao Island, bathing beaches, and the distant Yellow Sea, making it an excellent spot to admire Qingdao's red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and sky. The park features the iconic red Mushroom Building (revolving observation tower), as well as unique landscapes like Wulongtan (Five Dragon Pond), Lianxin Sky Bridge, and Fenghuotai (Beacon Tower), blending natural beauty with historical culture.
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