Things to do in Qingdao | Tourism - Cathay Pacific

Blessed with one of the most beautiful bays in the world, Qingdao is a big city with the charm of a beach town. Sometimes referred to as "China's Switzerland" it also features pockets of distinctly European architecture.

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The name Qingdao means The Blue and Green city, and has been dubbed the most livable city in China

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Head to Qingdao’s Huiquan Bay, a 580-metre stretch of fine sand and soft waves

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Take a pleasant stroll down Zhanqiao Pier, a historic Qingdao landmark built in 1893

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Trek the incredible Mount Laoshan scenic resort on Qingdao’s Shandong Peninsula, famed for its strangely shaped rocks, clear springs and ancient trees

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Visit the old Protestant Church and discover Qingdao’s fascinating 20th century German history

Ba Da Guan

Originally a German residential area built in the early 20th century during the German protectorate era, Ba Da Guan, or "Eight Passes", is made up of eight streets with houses that showcase a variety of European architectural styles. Take a stroll here, and you might forget you are in China.

Location

Huanghai Road, Shinan District

See

The Navy Museum

This is the only naval museum in China, where you can get close to decommissioned army warships, warplanes, missiles and submarines. Even for non-military buffs, the museum offers a fun day out.

Location

8 Laiyang Road, Shinan District

Phone

+86 532 8286 6784+86 532 8286 6784

Drink

Café Roland

This European-style garden villa located right next to the beach is a favourite spot for weddings. Get a drink, sit in the breeze and enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

Location

6 Zhanshan Wu Road, Shinan District

Phone

+86 532 8387 5734+86 532 8387 5734

See

Beaches

Qingdao lives up to its name as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Here are some great beaches to feel the fine sand between your toes, dive into clear waters, revel in the amazing scenery and forget all your troubles.

No. 1 Bathing Beach

Address

Nan Hai Lu, Shinan District

No. 2 Bathing Beach

Address

No. 6 Hai Guan Lu, Shinan District

No. 3 Bathing Beach

Address

Tai Ping Jiao Liu Lu, Shinan District

Zhan Qiao Bathing Beach

Address

No. 14 Tai Ping Lu, Shinan District

Shilaoren Bathing Beach

Address

Hai Kou Lu, Lao Shan District

Laoshan

Laoshan, a mountain near the East China Sea, is known as a cradle of Taoism, with numerous temples. The landform is of geological interest, with its glacial potholes, large boulders and mineral springs. It is said that the emperors Qin Shi Huang and Wu of Han, who ruled more than two millennia ago, revered the mountain as a spiritual land, and today tourists can visit its temples and various scenic spots.

Location

178 Haier Road, Laoshan District

Phone

+86 532 8889 9000+86 532 8889 9000

Eat

Baodao Matou

Part of Shandong Province, Qingdao is an ideal place to sample Shandong food, also called Lu cuisine, one of the big eight Chinese cuisines. This famous local restaurant offers Qingdao's well-known seafood dishes.

Location

10 Beijing Road, Shinan District

Phone

+86 532 8281 8282+86 532 8281 8282

Shop

Banbo Shiguang

The piece of advice pasted on this card shop's window says it all: "Find a cosy little shop, get a postcard for your beloved, and scribble on the back of it, 'Missing you on this fine day in Qingdao'"

Location

63 Gaomi Road, Shibei District

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