3-Day New Year Trip to Qingdao: A Must-try Experience!

New Year holiday is coming! Check out this 3-day itinerary for Qingdao! Enjoy the charm of the seaside and the warm winter sun. Start your trip to Qingdao now! / 🌟Itinerary: Day 1: Zhanqiao Pier—St. Michael's Cathedral—May Fourth Square—Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center—Badaguan Scenic Area Explore downtown Qingdao on the first day. Start from Zhanqiao Pier, pass by St. Michael's Cathedral, and feel the charm of the fusion of ancient and modern. In the afternoon, visit May Fourth Square and the Olympic Sailing Center to experience the marine culture of Qingdao. Finally, take a walk in Badaguan Scenic Area and admire the unique European-style buildings. Day 2: Jiaozhou Bay Bridge—Jiaozhou Bay Undersea Tunnel—Golden Beach Beer City—Huangdao Golden Beach—Tangdao Bay Coastal Park—Qingdao Textile Museum On the second day, cross the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge and the undersea tunnel to experience a different way of traveling. Visit Golden Beach Beer City and experience Qingdao's beer culture. In the afternoon, head to Huangdao Golden Beach and Tangdao Bay Coastal Park to enjoy the fun of the seaside. Finally, visit Qingdao Textile Museum to learn about the industrial history of Qingdao. Day 3: Mount Lao On the third day, conquer Mount Lao and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the mountains and the sea, as well as the fun of climbing and the beauty of nature. The trip to Mount Lao will be a perfect end to your trip to Qingdao. / Must-see attractions: Mount Lao ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Laoshan Scenic Area Special Road, Laoshan District, Qingdao, Shandong Opening hours: All day Recommended duration: 1 day The Taoist temples, magnificent sunrise, and endless sea of clouds in Mount Lao are all worth visiting. Badaguan Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 10 Wushengguan Branch Road, Qingdao Opening hours: All day Recommended duration: 1–3 hours Walking in Badaguan Scenic Area is like being in a European town, with every building exuding a strong European style. Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Gate 1, Olympic Sailing Center, No. 1 Yan'erdao Road, Shinan District, Qingdao Opening hours: All day Recommended duration: 2–3 hours The Olympic Sailing Center is picturesque, with moored sailboats like embellishments in a painting. The sunset is even more beautiful. / Travel tips: - Photo spots: Zhanqiao Pier and Signal Hill Park are great places to take photos! 📸 - Specialty prices: Compare prices when shopping, and check the quality of dried seafood. 💰 - Airport transportation: Airport buses and subways are very convenient, so you can travel worry-free. 🚇 - December weather: The sea breeze is a bit strong, so remember to dress warmly and don't catch a cold! 🧣 / Your trip to Qingdao is over. Take your happiness and memories with you. We look forward to seeing you again, beautiful coastal city! 🌊❤️