Shinan District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

May Fourth Square which includes outdoor art and a city
May Fourth Square showing a park and a city
May Fourth Square
Xiaoyushan Park showing heritage architecture and interior views
Number 1 Beach which includes signage

Popular places to visit

May Fourth Square which includes outdoor art

May Fourth Square

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Qingdao’s huge seaside square is dominated by an impressive sculpture that commemorates the cultural and socio-political May Fourth Movement.

May Fourth Square
Number 1 Beach featuring rocky coastline

Number 1 Bathing Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

This beautiful beach on Huiquan Bay is an idyllic spot for lounging, swimming and enjoying gorgeous views over the Yellow Sea.

Number 1 Bathing Beach
Lu Xun Park showing general coastal views

Lu Xun Park

4/5(1 review)

Experience Chinese literary culture, visit an aquarium and stroll along the waterfront of Qingdao’s beautiful wooded parkland on the shore of Quigan Bay.

Lu Xun Park
Xiaoyushan Park which includes heritage architecture

Xiaoyushan Park

5/5(2 reviews)

From the top of the tower at these hilltop gardens, find superlative views of Qingdao’s major sights and attractive bays.

Xiaoyushan Park

MixC Shopping Mall

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

MixC Shopping Mall

Zhan Qiao

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Qingdao when you stop by Zhan Qiao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Zhan Qiao

Activities

Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift

Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift

AU$575
per adult
Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift
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Our pick of the best Shinan District Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Qingdao

Shangri-La Qingdao

5 out of 5
9 Xiang Gang Zhong Road, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$156 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$156
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (584 reviews)
"Clean, staff don’t speak English but they use translators that actually work . Overall the hotel is very comfortable and luxury."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Shangri-La Qingdao
The Westin Qingdao

The Westin Qingdao

5 out of 5
8 Hong Kong Middle Road, Shinan District, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$149 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$149
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (267 reviews)
"A great location with a short walk to some good sights to see nearby and easy access to the metro to get you further afield in and around Qingdao. An excellent standard of accommodation with comfortable bed spacious rooms and fully equipped bathroom. Morning coffee (Starbucks) attached to the hotel, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Westin Qingdao
Holiday Inn Qingdao City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Qingdao City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
1 Xuzhou Road, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$108 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$108
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
"Got a bit of a cold, not sure ifit was the room aircon"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Qingdao City Centre by IHG
The St. Regis Qingdao

The St. Regis Qingdao

4.5 out of 5
No. 48 Hong Kong West Road, Shinan District, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$322 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$322
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Qingdao Third Beach and Qingdao International ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Best hotel in Qingdao"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

The St. Regis Qingdao
Grand Regency Hotel

Grand Regency Hotel

4.5 out of 5
110 HongKong Road(M), Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$84 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$84
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Hisense Plaza and May Fourth Square are ...
7.8/10 Good! (203 reviews)
"Just next to the metro station."

Reviewed on 11 June 2025

Grand Regency Hotel
Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao by IHG

4 out of 5
76 Xiang Gang Zhong Lu, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$106 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$106
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hisense Plaza and May Fourth ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (350 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel, the location, amenities and staff were overall good. But the condition of the bathroom seemed a bit old."

Reviewed on 12 July 2025

Crowne Plaza Hotel Qingdao by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Shinan District

Number 1 Beach featuring rocky coastline

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.

Zhanqiao
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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.

Fushansuo
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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.

Taidong
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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.

Shibei
May Fourth Square which includes a city and skyline

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.

Qingdao City Center
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Pichaiyuan

Though Pichaiyuan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zhan Qiao and Signal Hill Park.

Pichaiyuan

Shinan District Travel Guide

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