Explore Qingdao's Hidden Gems for Just Over 300 RMB Per Person｜2-Day 1-Night Pitfall-Avoiding Guide to Lingshanwei Ancient City

A millennium-old coastal defense secret hidden in Qingdao West Coast! Spend 600 RMB to stay in the artfully charming Lingshanwei Ancient City Go clam digging at the beach + check in at the lonely lighthouse + enjoy authentic seafood Save this 2-day 1-night budget travel guide👇 【Transportation Guide🚗】 📍Address: Lingshanwei Town, Huangdao District, Qingdao 🚇Transport: Metro Line 13 "Lingshanwei Station" direct access, then 10 minutes by bus 💰Cost: Round-trip fare from Qingdao city center about 100 RMB, excellent value! 【Accommodation Recommendation🏨】 ✨Seaside Fisherman’s Guesthouse (about 70 RMB per person/night) 5-minute walk to Longwan Beach Some rooms have sea view balconies Includes breakfast, great deal! Recommended: Seaside Listening to Waves Homestay (bookable on Trip.com) 【Must-Do Experiences📸】 DAY 1: ⛩️ Afternoon: Stroll through Lingshanwei Ancient City Ruins (free) Qingdao’s only Ming Dynasty coastal defense ancient city Remaining city walls + cobblestone alleys perfect for photos Recommended to wear Hanfu for stunning ancient-style shots! 🌅 Evening: Beach clam digging at Longwan Seaside Bathing Beach (free) Fewer people and fine sand in autumn Bring a small shovel to dig clams and catch crabs Don’t forget to take photos with the lonely lighthouse Every shot looks cinematic! 🦞 Dinner: Seafood street stalls (about 40 RMB per person) Highly recommended dishes: Spicy Stir-fried Razor Clams 🌶️ Seaweed Cold Noodles 🥗 Garlic Scallops 🐚 DAY 2: 🚴 Morning 1: Bike along the coastal greenway (free) Check in at the "Phoenix Mountain Road’s famous S-curve" Blue sea paired with red railings is stunning ⚓ Morning 2: Visit Navy Park (free) Learn about Qingdao’s maritime defense history A must-visit for military enthusiasts! 🌊 On the way back: City Balcony Scenic Area (free) See the unique reef formations at low tide Remember to check the tide schedule 💰 Total Cost Breakdown: Transportation 100 + Accommodation 140 + Food 80 + 30 for clam digging tools = 350 RMB Save 250 RMB compared to budget! ⚠️ Special Tips: 1️⃣ Bring sun protection clothing + clam digging tools (available for rent locally) 2️⃣ October seaside winds are strong, bring an extra jacket 3️⃣ Recommended to wear non-slip shoes, reef areas are slippery 📸 Photo Spots: 1. Longwan Lonely Lighthouse 2. Ancient City Cobblestone Streets 3. Phoenix Mountain Road S-Curve 4. Navy Park Battleship Model 5. Reef Beach at Low Tide