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Qingdao May Day 3-Day, 2-Night Nanny-Level Guide: Itinerary - DAY 1: Old Town City Walk - Classic Check-in Spots. Visit Zhan Bridge, St. Michael's Cathedral, Signal Hill, University Road, and Xiaoyu Mountain. In the evening, go to Taidong Night Market. For a late-night snack, try Lao Xie Ye Huntun (dumplings) or seafood prepared at a beer house. - DAY 2: Laoshan Day Trip - Head for the Mountains and Sea. Take Subway Line 11 and transfer to Bus No. 618 (Yangkou Line). Visit the Yangkou cable car and Mitiandong Cave. Descend the mountain to Qingshan Fishing Village. On the way back, check out Shazikou and Shilaoren Beach. Have dinner at May Fourth Square while watching the light show, and then go to the Olympic Sailing Center for Chuangeyu dumplings. - DAY 3: Relaxing Coast - A Day of Leisure. Visit the Beer Museum, then have a picnic on the lawn at Wheat Island and wait for the sunset. Check in at the internet-famous tree. After 7pm, go to Yan'er Island to see the lit-up seaside boardwalk. Finally, go to Silverfish Alley to buy Zhi Pu coffee and Xiao Dao Ri Ji cultural and creative products as souvenirs. Food Recommendations - Seafood: Choose your own seafood at Yingkou Road Market and have it prepared at a beer house. The salt and pepper mantis shrimp is worth a try. - Chuozirou: A traditional Qingdao specialty, Lao Ziwei Chuozirou is fragrant and not greasy. - Breakfast: Try the "Quan Jia Fu" (All-in-One) dumplings and fried skewers at Haiping Huntun. The egg yolk dumplings are delicious. Unique Photo Spots - Xilingxia Third Road: A manga-style road leading to the sea, with a distinct Japanese feel. - Lu Xun Park: The combination of pine forests and reefs makes for great photos, even on cloudy days. - Badaguan Square: A filming location for "With You," you can photograph the "piano keys" on the embankment. Accommodation Suggestions - For budget-friendly options, consider guesthouses near Zhongshan Road/Zhan Bridge in Shinan District, starting from 100+ RMB per person. - For a higher-quality experience, choose Mohai Meishu in Laoshan, where you can enjoy ocean views and watch the sunrise from your window. Tips to Avoid Pitfalls - Seafood scams: Be wary of plastic bags with holes for drainage and make sure your shrimp aren't swapped for dead ones when being weighed. - Transportation: Avoid taxis if possible. Opt for ride-hailing services or use the Qingdao app for the subway. - It's windy by the sea during May Day, so bring a jacket, sunscreen, and a hat with a windproof cord.