Option Cost (¥) Time Pros Metro Line 8 7–10 35min Direct to downtown Airport Bus 20–30 50min Multiple routes Taxi 120–150 50min Door-to-door Tip : Avoid taxis during rush hours (7–9 AM, 5–7 PM).
Airport transfer : Book a shared shuttle (¥150/group) via local guides like Xiaoqi —40% cheaper than taxis. Metro : Use a 3-day pass (¥35) for unlimited rides; covers 90% of attractions. Avoid peak
30-day visa-free policy applies to passport holders from 38 countries (e.g., France, Germany, Australia). Fast clearance : At Qingdao Jiaodong Airport, immigration takes ~6 minutes with pre-checked
Flavor : Fresh clams stir-fried with chili and garlic, offering a spicy-savory kick. Best Pairing : Tsingtao Beer (local tradition). Qingdao Dumplings (鲅鱼水饺) Unique Ingredient : Minced mackerel fish
Location : Adjacent to Olympic Sailing Center, steps from the marina and LED light shows. Highlights : Sea-view rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Rooftop bar serving craft Tsingtao beer cocktails.
Iconic Landmark : Built in 1891, this 440-meter pier symbolizes Qingdao’s colonial history and offers panoramic sea views. Hidden Gems : Feed seagulls at dawn (Nov–Apr) or explore the underground
Coverage : 10+ lines connecting major attractions (e.g., Confucius Temple, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum). Cost : ¥2–5 per ride; day passes for ¥15. Pros : English signage, air-conditioned. Public Buses
Hostels/Guesthouses : ¥80–150/night near Confucius Temple or Xinjiekou. Budget Hotels : Chains like GreenTree Inn offer clean rooms for ¥200–300. Cheap Eats Street Food : Duck blood soup (¥15), plum
Nanjing is famous for its duck cuisine—don’t miss salted duck (盐水鸭) and duck blood vermicelli soup (鸭血粉丝汤). Visit Key Historical Sites Explore Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum , Confucius Temple , and Xuanwu
History : Over 1,000 years old; dubbed “Duck Capital” for its mastery of duck dishes. Taste : Tender meat with crispy skin, lightly salted. Where to Try : Zhan Garden Restaurant (老瞻园面馆)
