Qingdao City Center Travel Guide
Qingdao
Visit Qingdao City Center
Popular places to visit
May Fourth Square
Qingdao’s huge seaside square is dominated by an impressive sculpture that commemorates the cultural and socio-political May Fourth Movement.
Zhongshan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Park, a lovely green space in Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Ocean University of China
Walk around the campus at Ocean University of China as part of your travels around Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Xiaoyushan Park
From the top of the tower at these hilltop gardens, find superlative views of Qingdao’s major sights and attractive bays.
Things to do
Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car
Qingdao Private Tour: Laoshan Mountain&Customized City Highlights
Top hotels in Qingdao City Center
The St. Regis Qingdao
"Very excited journey"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Qingdao City Centre by IHG
"The hotel was very clean, and well located fir a stay in Qingdao."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Westin Qingdao
InterContinental Qingdao by IHG
Grand Regency Hotel
"Value for money, comfortable room but establishment is dated. Hotel surroundings not pleasant, need to go couple of miles out to get good food restaurants."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao by IHG
"Old building"
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
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Where to stay in Qingdao City Center
Shinan District
Shinan District is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like MixC Shopping Mall and Zhongshan Park.
Laoshan District
You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Laoshan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Qingdao Museum or Mount Lao.
Huangdao District
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Huangdao District. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiashike Huangdao Shopping Center or Golden Sandy Beach.
Chengyang District
Chengyang District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Chengyang Century Park and Qingdao Olympic Sculpture Park.
Zhanqiao
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Zhanqiao. You might want to make time for a stop at Number 1 Bathing Beach or Zhongshan Park.
