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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Rizhao [2025]
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ri zhao kai yuan sen bo du jia le yuan
5.0
/5
2541 reviews
7.4
From JPY 1237
Wanpingkou/Dongyi town | 4.1 km from downtown
Address: 山东省日照市东港区碧海路501号
No.1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Rizhao
Highlights:
Enjoy all-day fun at the constant temperature water park
Holiday evening light show gala
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Ruyi Bridge leads directly to the beach. The fireflies at night are amazing! A summer evening stroll along the beach is truly blissful. There's a giant outdoor speaker, a slide, a giant wave pool, and a lazy river. There's no sun at all between 6 and 7 o'clock, and the sunset glow is stunning. The nightclub from 8:00 to 8:30 is a great place to have fun! There's a clown show, a fire-breathing show, a dance show, and a DJ disco. Beibei, the dressing room, is very nice.
Xiao Haisen Ocean Restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes. Yanlaixuan Chinese Restaurant blends Shandong characteristics with Jiangsu and Zhejiang flavors. After breakfast, the water park opened, and upon entering, I felt the warmth of the Beibei brother in the locker room.
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Wanpingkou Scenic
4.3
/5
3578 reviews
7.0
Wanpingkou/Dongyi town | 3.1 km from downtown
Phone +8606337911888
Address: No.398,Haiqu East Road, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.1 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Rizhao
Highlights:
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International sailing venue experience
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The round trip from Gate 1 to Gate 5 costs 69 yuan, and you can get on and off at each stop. Gate 3 has many popular check-in spots, and Gate 5 is best visited during low tide in the afternoon when the reefs are exposed.
🌟 *Rizhao Wanpingkou Gate 3: A hidden gem for photo ops, with few crowds, beautiful scenery, and free entry!
📍 Key Highlights
- Less crowded and quiet: Compared to the crowded Gate 1, this beach is clean and spacious, perfect for quietly listening to the ocean, stepping in the water, and enjoying the tranquility of the seaside.
- Free Instagram-worthy photo spot: Comparable to a professional photography studio! Featuring over a dozen locations, including beach swings, sky stairs, a white church, a vintage bus, and infinity pool props, all set against the azure ocean backdrop, this spot promises 100% photo success.
- Perfect sunrise and sunset views: Not only is it the first spot to catch the first rays of the sun, but the Orange Sea at sunset is even more romantic, with fewer people and more camera space.
💡 Tips
- Recommended time of year: Go early in the morning or evening for softer light and fewer crowds, avoiding direct sun exposure.
- Transportation: Take bus No. 33/5/6 from downtown; if driving, park in Parking Lot 3 (5 yuan for up to 3 hours). Tips: Props are free, but you'll need to wait in line. Recommend bringing sunscreen and makeup retouching tools. Entry is free, but showers are charged.
🦞 Recommended Nearby Restaurants
- Chocolate Fisherman: Fresh and tender steamed seafood hotpot, affordable at NT$80 per person.
- Qianwangyuan Seafood Restaurant: Locals recommend the Spanish mackerel dumplings for authentic seafood flavor.
Summary: Wanpingkou Gate 3 is a hidden gem for photo opportunities. Free admission, minimal crowds, and beautiful scenery make it easy to snap Instagram-worthy photos! Don't miss it!
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Rizhao Coastal National Forest Park
4.4
/5
3634 reviews
6.1
Based on 81 reviews
Rizhao National Forest Park/Renjiatai Coastal Scenic Spot | 16.6 km from downtown
Phone +8606333680898
Address: No. 201, Bihai Road, North of North Coastal Road, Donggang District, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Rizhao
Highlights:
Sand sculpture contest in summer
Panoramic sea & forest views
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The performers were incredibly hardworking and impressive! 👍 It was a hot day, and there was air conditioning inside. Tickets for three people were over 190 yuan on Ctrip. Scalpers inside the park were 50 yuan per ticket, and Douyin was also cheaper. I paid more, but the experience was worth it. Go early in the morning to choose your seat; the front row is amazing! The F3 I chose had a cable to block it, but the E was even better. The clown was adorable, but it was a bit pricey at 60 yuan, which was worth the price per person...
Rizhao Seaside Park is located in Rizhao City, Shandong Province. It is a scenic seaside leisure resort. The park is shaded by trees, the beach stretches, and the waves gently hit the shore, attracting many tourists to come and play. You can enjoy the sunrise in the morning and feel the sea breeze in the evening. The park also has walking trails, amusement facilities and an observation deck, which is suitable for family outings and walking and relaxing. The scenery here varies in each season, making it a good place for citizens and tourists to get close to nature.
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Liujiawan Beachcombing Park· Rizhao
4.0
/5
875 reviews
5.8
17.5 km from downtown
Phone +8606332957009
Address: Liujiawan, the middle section of South Coast Road, Taojing Town, Donggang District, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
No.4 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Rizhao
Highlights:
Soft beach & crabs hunting
360° view of coastline
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The scenery is really great. It looks great in any photo. It just rained, so it's very refreshing. Veterans are free to enter. There are discounts if you buy in advance. Normally, it's 45 yuan per ticket. Pay attention to the time when you go to the sea. There are not many to find if you are not at the right time. But if you walk deeper, you can see shells and crabs. The children are very happy! It is recommended to bring your own raincoat and tools for going to the sea in the rainy season!
Liujiawan has a large area, with a sea area, amusement facilities area, a sea temple, and star camping, suitable for the travel needs of tourists of different ages.
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Rizhao World Sailing Championships Base
4.2
/5
476 reviews
5.7
Wanpingkou/Dongyi town | 3.3 km from downtown
Phone +8613206331818
Address: South Luzhou Road, Donggang District, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2 hours
No.5 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Rizhao
Highlights:
8.6-mile coastal scenic route
Sailing experience & natural beauty
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Rizhao World Sailing Competition Base has beautiful scenery and many sailboats and cruise ships
The climate is pleasant and there are yacht trips all year round
Sea tickets are more expensive during the summer tourist season, but very cheap in winter and off-season, about 10 yuan for half an hour
In the dark night🌌
Watch the fluorescent waves rolling
Blue tears are a bioluminescent phenomenon, mainly formed by plankton such as fireflies. These organisms have luciferin and luciferase in their bodies. When stimulated by waves, they react and produce light blue light.
📍Where the blue tears of Rizhao appear: Blue tears can usually be seen at the seaside at night. The "blue tears" phenomenon can be seen in Wanpingkou, Shanhaitian, and the World Sailing Base. It usually appears at eight or nine o'clock in the evening, and you can see a super dreamy sea. It should still be seen in June, but it may not be seen after a while! (Remember to bring a bottle of water, it will be more obvious blue when it is sprinkled) Salvage the tears of the sea Rizhao World Sailing Base
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Dongyi Town
4.3
/5
261 reviews
5.6
Wanpingkou/Dongyi town | 3.9 km from downtown
Phone +8606333322555
Address: Luzhou Road
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.3 of Night Attractions in Rizhao
Highlights:
Tulips & cherry blossoms delight
Seaside culture & leisure town
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Dongyi Town is a coastal tourist town in Rizhao City with the theme of Dongyi culture and fisherman culture. It was rebuilt from Dongjiatan Village, a traditional fishing village, and officially opened to the public in 2018. It is a popular scenic spot integrating folk experience, food entertainment and leisure sightseeing. There are Dragon 🐉 Temple, Temple of Wealth, War Memorial Hall, Coin Museum, June 1 Academy, Prayer Pavilion, etc. Since Dongyi Town is located in the core area of Rizhao Binhai Tourism Resort, only 600 meters away from the sea, adjacent to Wanpingkou Scenic Area and Rizhao Ocean Park, After visiting these two attractions, you can visit the museum at 4 pm and then eat food. The food here is next to the family, and there is everything. The night is brilliantly lit. The night tour is also a good choice, free of tickets.
This is the ancient town closest to the sea. It consists of four islands and is open to the public free of charge. You need to scan the QR code on site or make an appointment online in advance. There are also three free parking lots, which are convenient for parking. There are many delicious foods here. There are 108 kinds of snacks in the food street. Things like sea sand noodles, grilled Spanish mackerel, and Spanish mackerel with pancakes are worth a try. The food is large in portion and relatively reasonably priced, with high cost performance. The town has characteristic buildings such as the stage, Dragon Temple, Marriage Pavilion, and Academy. The architectural style is unique and antique, full of historical heritage and life atmosphere. It is very suitable for walking and taking pictures. Many people come here to take wedding photos, artistic photos, etc. After the lights are turned on at night, the ancient style and charm make the night scene super photogenic.
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Lighthouse Scenic Area
4.4
/5
169 reviews
5.3
Based on 34 reviews
Wanpingkou/Dongyi town | 4.2 km from downtown
Phone +8606338899613
Address: Huanghai 1st Road, Donggang District, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
No.6 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Rizhao
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Wanpingkou Gate No. 5 connects to Taigong Island Oyster Park, perfect for catching seafood, bathing in the sea, digging sand, and taking photos. Rizhao Haihou Seaview B&B is perfect for a family trip and highly recommended.
You can go, the sand near the shore is a bit rough, there is not much seaweed, and it is easy to take pictures when the waves hit the embankment. The beach is fun just to stand there and daydream. It is irresistible fun
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Jiuxianshan Scenic Spot
4.2
/5
746 reviews
5.2
From JPY 1150
34.4 km from downtown
Phone +8606335666111
Address: Songbai Town, Wulian County, Rizhao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
No.7 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Rizhao
Highlights:
360° skywalk for scenic views
Visit Sun Bin's historical site
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As a small tourist attraction, Jiuxianshan offers a good overall experience. The area is clean, crowds are moderate, and the dispatch service deserves a 4.5.
Be cautious when traveling in hot weather; you can enjoy a leisurely stroll once autumn arrives. When we visited, the heat was so intense that we unconsciously quickened our pace.
Parking at the west gate costs 10 yuan, and buying a scenic bus ticket costs 25 yuan. The scenery is very good, the scenic area is very large, and climbing is not tiring. There is also roasted whole lamb in the scenic area.
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