Pichaiyuan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.

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.

Zhongshan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Park, a lovely green space in Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

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.
MixC Shopping Mall
You can do some window-shopping at MixC Shopping Mall during your trip to Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities

Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift
Our pick of the best Pichaiyuan Hotel Deals

Huaqi Kaiserdom Hotel
The hotel is located in the main visitor district, lots bars and restaurants around. Noisy at night time, if you want to sleep early, choose a hotel away from this area.
Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Shangri-La Qingdao
Nice
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The St. Regis Qingdao
Great location! Beautiful views! The room is really clean and comfortable! The staff members are all very friendly and helpful. The breakfast area is nice and quiet, foods are well prepared . Will definitely stay here again next time visiting Qing Dao!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

The Westin Qingdao
The Hotel was amzing, from the lobby to the rooms, i definitely recommend this Hotel, clean,warm,professional, and just hospitality
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Qingdao City Centre by IHG
should need to update beding
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

InterContinental Qingdao by IHG
A few comments: 1. The property is elegant and well maintained. But it’s not new, for example, the carpet in the room is old, the bed mattress and the blanket is not new m. But I know they are doing some renovations right now. 2. The service overall is good. But there was one day, I put the house ...
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pichaiyuan

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.

Shibei
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Shibei. You might want to make time for a stop at Tsingtao Beer Museum or Zhongshan Park.

Taidong
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Taidong and surrounding area, you can visit Tsingtao Beer Museum and Zhongshan Park.

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.

Fushansuo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fushansuo and surrounding area, you can visit MixC Shopping Mall and May Fourth Square.

Qingdao City Center
Qingdao City Center is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hisense Plaza and May Fourth Square.
