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Modern skyscrapers and charming Bavarian architecture sit side by side in this German-styled port city famed for its brewing, beaches and fresh air.

An elegant seaside city with a European twist, Qingdao has earned itself the tag "China’s Switzerland" for its distinctive architecture and Germanic cultural legacies. Modern development has reshaped Qingdao’s skyline, but it is still a port town at heart, where sailing takes centre stage, the beaches are beloved and the seafood is abundant.

In 1898 Germany was granted a 99-year lease on territory around Kiautschou Bay. See evidence of the German influence in the many cobbled alleys, red rooftops and Teutonic stylings of Qingdao. Explore the charming, hilly old town, and look out for the Lutheran and Catholic churches in German design.

The German presence also gave to Qingdao a taste for beer, and it’s here that China’s most popular beer, Tsingtao, is produced. Head to the Old Tsingtao Brewery for a brew house and museum tour. Explore the beer gardens of Beer Street and enjoy a bratwurst and pitcher of specialty beer in the sunshine. Beer lovers should time their visit for the city’s annual international beer festival held each August.

Qingdao’s famous beaches attract sun-seekers from all over the country. Follow the crowds to Number One Bathing Beach or travel further to the prettier Number Two Bathing Beach, a picturesque little cove said to have been a favourite escape of Chairman Mao. Nearby Shilaoren Beach, named for a rocky outcrop that resembles an “Old Stone Man”, is quite developed but remains cleaner than the city beaches.

The city’s Botanical Gardens are a great destination for families, as is Qingdao Underwater World. Hikers will enjoy the to climb to the “Mushroom Observatories”, small hilltop structures that offer great views of the area.

Qingdao is 6 hours south from Beijing by high-speed rail, and flights are available to most major Chinese cities. The city is easy to explore by bus and taxi. Visit Qingdao in late summer or spring to enjoy good weather without the crowds. Favorable winds ensure air quality is good year round.

Guide to Exploring Qingdao

Lu Xun Park

Experience Chinese literary culture, visit an aquarium and stroll along the waterfront of Qingdao’s beautiful wooded parkland on the shore of Quigan Bay.

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Number 1 Bathing Beach

This beautiful beach on Huiquan Bay is an idyllic spot for lounging, swimming and enjoying gorgeous views over the Yellow Sea.

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May Fourth Square

Qingdao’s huge seaside square is dominated by an impressive sculpture that commemorates the cultural and socio-political May Fourth Movement.

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Xiaoyushan Park

From the top of the tower at these hilltop gardens, find superlative views of Qingdao’s major sights and attractive bays.

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Top Qingdao Hotel Deals

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The Westin Qingdao RM439

Reviewed on 23 Apr,2019

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The Westin Qingdao

8 Hong Kong Middle Road, Shinan District, Qingdao, Shandong

4.3 of 5

4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

well appointed property with good service. Room a very good size

Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao RM487

Reviewed on 17 Mar,2019

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Shangri-La Hotel, Qingdao

9 Xiang Gang Zhong Road, Qingdao, Shandong

4.4 of 5

5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

The hotel is very plush. The staff is very efficient and friendly. It makes the stay very pleasant!

Four Points by Sheraton Qingdao Chengyang RM239

Reviewed on 16 May,2019

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Four Points by Sheraton Qingdao Chengyang

No. 271 Wenyang Road, Chengyang District, Qingdao, Shandong

4.3 of 5

4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

The front desk staff were very helpful. Hope this hotel would offer free breakfast buffet in the future. Also, more frequent airport shuffle should be provided given that it is less than 2 miles away from the Liuting airport.

Sheraton Qingdao Licang Hotel RM257

Reviewed on 6 Aug,2018

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Sheraton Qingdao Licang Hotel

No. 678 Jinshui Road, (Close to Yanchuan Road), Qingdao, Shandong

4.2 of 5

5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

An unknown beggar walked in with me and my business partner and after telling him to leave he went down stairs and came up the elevator at his will, like it was his personal home. Hotel personal did nothing to restrict his free move from down stairs to nocking at our door for several hours begging ...

Qingdao Farglory Residence RM303

Reviewed on 20 Apr,2019

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Qingdao Farglory Residence

No.26 HK Middle Road, Shinan Distrist, Qingdao, Shandong

4.3 of 5

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

friendly staff and efficiency services, overall i'm satisfy.

Holiday Inn Qingdao Parkview RM278

Reviewed on 21 Mar,2019

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Holiday Inn Qingdao Parkview

306 Xingyang Road, Qingdao, Shandong

4.2 of 5

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

We just stayed there for a night. Didn't do anything there but shower and sleep.

Wyndham Qingdao RM267

Reviewed on 20 May,2019

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Wyndham Qingdao

No.220, Heilongjiang Middle Road, Chengyang, Qingdao, Shandong

4.2 of 5

4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

Very nice hotel staff who who to make your stay enjoyable and comfortable. From the moment you walk into the hotel, you feel this emphasis on commitment to the hotel’s guests.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao RM269

Reviewed on 15 May,2019

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Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao

76 Xiang Gang Zhong Lu, Qingdao, Shandong

4.1 of 5

4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

Nice hotel and good location. Aircon not working very well.

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