First day: old western district

From Qingdao train station, a 10-minute walk will take you to Zhanqiao Pier and a chance to take some pictures of the exterior of the Navy Museum. Then take a bus to Lu Xun Park; you can visit Navy Museum as well. Going east from Lu Xun Park, you will arrive at Badaguan Scenic Area, in which Huashilou, the former mansion of Chiang Kai-shek, is the most famous building. After that, you can either go north to Badaguan or walk along the seaside to the new district. There, you can easily find various delicious foods at charming restaurants in Zhongshan, Taishan or Zhongyuan Road.

Second day: Laoshan Mountain and Shilaoren

In the morning, you can do some mountain climbing at Laoshan by taking a bus or taxi, and return to Shilaoren to view the sea in the afternoon. You also can have a coffee and relax by the sea at Nonghaiyuan. Then, go back to the city to enjoy the sunset and have a rest.

Third day: eastern new district

Because the previous day was busy, you might like to get up late on the third day. After lunch, you can take a walk along the seashore. May 4th Square, Music Square and Sculpture Park are all in this district. In the evening, go and do some shopping in Hong Kong Middle Road, see the night scene on the Zhanqiao Pier, and then it is the time to prepare for your journey home.

According to this route, the three-day trip in Qingdao will only cost you about 1,000 yuan in all, but bring you much joy and relaxation.