I'm back again to this beautiful coastal city!

# **Morning Itinerary** **8:30–9:30am May Fourth Square (Shinan District, Qingdao)** - **Transportation**: Take Subway Line 3 to May Fourth Square Station. - **Highlights**: - Take a photo with the "May Wind" red sculpture, a landmark of Qingdao. - Stroll along the coastal path and enjoy the distant view of Fushan Bay skyline. - **Tips**: Fewer crowds in the morning, ideal for taking photos; the square is free to enter. **9:40–11:00am Olympic Sailing Center (15-minute walk east from May Fourth Square)** - **Route**: - Visit the Olympic Torch sculpture and the International Conference Center. - Walk along the Lovers' Dam Lighthouse and take panoramic photos of the bay. - Optional: Take a sailing boat trip (book online in advance for discounts, approx. 30 minutes). - **Tips**: If time permits, a quick visit to the Olympic Sailing Museum is recommended (tickets approx. CNY 30). ### **Lunch Arrangements** **11:30am–1:00pm Lunch Recommendations** - **Near Badaguan Scenic Area**: Try "Kaihai" restaurant (Huangxian Road branch) for fresh Qingdao prawn dumplings and spicy stir-fried clams. - **Around the Olympic Sailing Center**: High-end dining in Hisense Plaza, or Yunxiao Road Seafood Street (flexible budget). ### **Afternoon Itinerary** **1:30–3:00pm Badaguan Scenic Area (approx. 15 minutes by taxi)** - **Route**: - Visit the Huashi Building (tickets CNY 8.5) and the Princess Building (tickets CNY 20) to experience European architecture. - Stroll along Shaoguan Road and Juyongguan Road, admire ginkgo trees in autumn and crabapple blossoms in spring. - **Tips**: The scenic area is large, bike rentals are recommended; the shade makes it cool in summer. **3:30–5:00pm Qingdao Beer Museum (approx. 20 minutes by taxi)** - **Highlights**: - Hall A: Century-old history exhibition, learn about the origins of beer. - Hall B: Visit the production line and witness the beer brewing process. - Free tasting of draft beer + beer nuts, experience the "Drunk Room." - **Tips**: Book tickets in advance on the official WeChat account (approx. CNY 60 including tasting); customized beer bottle souvenirs are available at the exit. ### **Evening Return** **5:30–6:30pm Taidong Walking Street (10-minute walk from the Beer Museum)** - Before ending the trip, experience the lively Taidong Night Market. Recommended tries: - Wangjie BBQ (squid skewers are a must-try), Shisan Bukao Ball Crisp (popular dessert). ### **Itinerary Optimization Suggestions** 1. **Transportation**: Taxis or ride-hailing services are recommended throughout the trip to save time (Qingdao's attractions are relatively close, one-way fares are mostly between CNY 15–30). 2. **Time Management**: To shorten the itinerary, you can skip some paid buildings in Badaguan and just take photos outside. 3. **Seasonal Tips**: Take sun protection measures in summer, and dress warmly in winter as it can be windy by the sea; during the Beer Festival (July–August), there may be evening activities at the Olympic Sailing Center, so you can adjust your itinerary accordingly. ### **Map Route** **May Fourth Square → Olympic Sailing Center (walk) → Badaguan (taxi) → Qingdao Beer Museum (taxi) → Taidong Night Market**