Pichaiyuan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pichaiyuan
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
Couldn’t sleep well because the room smells bad from the sewer or toilet. Also, there were some dust at corners of the room and some particles showed around the sink
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Qingdao
Nice
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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
Was not informed the AC is in Heater mode and no AC during this season. Wifi show connected but was not working at all. Disappointed. Indoor swimming pool need to buy a cap to swim in it and cost RMB50.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
InterContinental Qingdao by IHG
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.
