Qingdao is calling! I really don't recommend going in April–June because...

Qingdao is calling! ❗❗ I really don't recommend going in April–June 😭 because it's just too~~ Qingdao in April–June is so beautiful!! For those of you planning a trip to Qingdao, here's a travel guide | A 4-day, 3-night, all-inclusive guide to exploring the mountains, sea, and city for an average of CNY 1,500 per person (with budget + itinerary + tips to avoid pitfalls). Be sure to save it!! Best time to visit: April–June: Spring to early summer in Qingdao, with temperatures of 8–24°C. The sea breeze is gentle, cherry blossoms and roses are in full bloom, and there are fewer people and beautiful scenery, making it ideal for in-depth travel. Suggestions for avoiding crowds: Avoid the Labor Day holiday (late April–early May) and choose to travel on weekdays. Transportation Guide: External Transportation Airplane: Jiaodong International Airport is 54 km from the city center, 1.5 hours by subway or 50 minutes by carpool. Train: Priority is given to Qingdao Station (by the sea, 2 km from Zhan Bridge), followed by Qingdao North Station, both of which are accessible by subway. Intracity Transportation Subway: Covers core attractions such as Zhan Bridge, May Fourth Square, and Laoshan Mountain. Download the "Qingdao Metro" APP to scan the code to ride. Bus: Some attractions require transfers, such as Signal Hill Park. You can swipe the "Qingdao Tong Electronic Card." Taxi: The starting price is CNY 10. Traffic jams are common during peak hours, so it is recommended for short trips. Car/Electric Car Rental: It is recommended to rent a small electric car for riding along the coastal highway for a more free island-hopping experience. Itinerary: Day 1: Classic Landmark Check-in Morning: Zhan Bridge (feed seagulls, view reefs) → Catholic Church (take photos of Romanesque architecture). Afternoon: Signal Hill Park (overlook the panoramic view of red tiles and green trees, enter the park before 16:00) → University Road Internet-Famous Wall (take photos at the red wall around the corner). Evening: Taidong Pedestrian Street (night market snacks, recommended Huai Tai Tofu, Shisan Bu Kao Qiu Su). Day 2: Laoshan Secret Realm Exploration All day: Laoshan Scenic Area (Yangkou Line) → Most Beautiful Coastal Highway → Qingshan Fishing Village (taste Laoshan tea, view mountain and sea fishing village). Tips: Laoshan Scenic Area is large, it is recommended to choose the South Line Yangkou + Taiqing, and reserve 6–8 hours. Day 3: Coastal Style Tour Morning: Cross-Sea Bridge → Tangdaowan (cycling, sea view) → Golden Beach (the first beach in Asia, play in the sand and water). Afternoon: Qingdao Beer Museum (taste fresh beer, see brewing process) → Beer City (night light show). Day 4: Literary Seaside Stroll Morning: Badaguan (Huashi Building, Princess Building) → Second Bathing Beach (surfing, taking photos of the dam). Afternoon: May Fourth Square ("May Wind" sculpture) → Olympic Sailing Center (Lovers Dam Lighthouse) → Xiaomai Island Park (lawn picnic, listening to the waves on the reef). Must-Visit Attractions: Zhan Bridge: Qingdao landmark, you may encounter a flock of Siberian gulls from April to June. Laoshan Scenic Area: The first peak on the Chinese coastline, the Yankou Line offers a panoramic view of the mountains and sea. Badaguan: An exhibition of international architecture, with shady green trees and a popular wedding photography destination. May Fourth Square: The light show is from 7:30–8:30pm every night, and the night view is stunning. Xiaomai Island Park: Japanese-style fresh style, lawn + reef + sea. Qingdao Beer Museum: Learn about the century-old beer culture and taste fresh beer for free. Signal Hill Park: 360° viewing platform, overlooking the panoramic view of Qingdao's "red tiles and green trees." Golden Beach: Fine sand, suitable for watching the sunrise and playing water sports. Food Map: Seafood Feast Yingkou Road Market: Buy your own seafood (be careful of being shortchanged, tear open the bag to drain the water), recommended spicy fried clams and oil-splashed scallops. Haiyan Grandma's Seafood Pot Stickers: Three-color seafood pot stickers, sea sausage mixed noodles. Local Time-Honored Brands Yonghongyuan Beer Barbecue: No. 2 fresh beer + grilled sea sausage, canned packaging can be taken away. Xizhen Stinky Tofu + Electric Barbecue: Stinky tofu is poked with holes and soaked in spicy soup, served with slightly spicy electric grilled tenderloin. Snacks and Desserts Hongfa Red Bakery: Large yellow rice bread, glutinous rice pie (more chewy when eaten cold). 1903 Bakery: Original pulp ice cream, rich in Qingdao beer flavor. Accommodation Recommendations: Shinan District (Core Area) Atour S Hotel, May Fourth Square: Sea view room, within walking distance of the Olympic Sailing Center, including buffet breakfast. Fuxin Building: Parent-child themed room, near Mixc, invincible sea view + light show. Laoshan District (Near the Mountains and Sea) Qingshan Fishing Village Homestay: Mountain and sea view room, experience the slow life of a fishing village. Taidong Pedestrian Street (Around the Night Market) Budget Homestay: Average of CNY 100–150 per person, suitable for students. Tips to Avoid Pitfalls: Zhan Bridge: More photogenic during the day than at night, with no lights and fewer people at night. Taxi: Traffic jams are common during peak hours, so take the subway for short trips. Seaside Barbecue: The stalls close to the sea are expensive, so go inside and choose affordable stores. Diving Projects: The safety of the First Bathing Beach is average, so choose carefully. Specialty Purchases: Pearls and coral are not Qingdao specialties, so avoid buying them at high prices. Travel Tips: What to Wear: There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so bring a light jacket; the ultraviolet rays on the beach are strong, so you need sunscreen + a hat. Tide Catching: Check the tide chart in advance. Shilaoren Bathing Beach and Huichang Village are popular tide catching spots. Photography: Xiaomai Island, Badaguan, and Qinyu Road are holy places for taking photos. Wear non-slip shoes in the reef area. Beer Culture: If you don't drink alcohol, you can choose yellow or light yellow fresh beer, which is more authentic with spicy fried clams. Luggage Storage: There are storage points near Qingdao Station, May Fourth Square, and Zhan Bridge. In Qingdao from April to June, there are fewer people and beautiful scenery, the seafood is delicious, and the beer is fragrant. Follow this guide to deeply experience the mountain, sea, and city views and beer culture, avoid the crowds, and reap a unique romance!