Qingdao's backyard garden, the mountain and sea fairyland of Laoshan is here! This "No. 1 Famous Mountain on the Sea" is not only a natural oxygen bar, but also integrates Taoist culture, Buddhism

Qingdao's backyard garden, the mountain and sea fairyland of Laoshan is here!✨ This "No. 1 Famous Mountain on the Sea" is not only a natural oxygen bar 🌲, but also integrates Taoist culture, Buddhist Zen and stunning mountain and sea scenery~ You can see the sea from the summit and enjoy tea down the mountain. This guide will help you explore Laoshan! 📍Basic Information - Address: No. 29 Meiling Road, Laoshan District, Qingdao 🚩Tips: Entrances vary for different scenic areas~ - Opening Hours: 🎫Peak Season (April-October) 7:00-17:30 🎫Off-Peak Season (November-March) 7:30-16:30 - Ticket Discounts: 👵Seniors aged 60+ get free admission + half-price sightseeing bus 👶Free for children under 6 years old / under 1.4m 🎓Half-price admission with student ID 🎖Free for retired military personnel / active military personnel 💰Booking 1 day in advance is more cost-effective! Remember to check Trip.com for discounts 🚦Transportation Guide 🚇Public Transportation: - Jufeng/Taiqing Line: Metro Line 4 → Dahedong Station - Yangkou/Huayan Line: Blue Valley Express → Puli Station (transfer to bus) - Jiushui Line: Blue Valley Express directly to Beijiushui Station 🚗Self-driving: ⚠️Note: Laoshan mountain roads have many curves (76 curves in total!) ❌Traffic control is common during holidays, Yangkou direction is the most congested 💡Suggestion: Park at Dahedong Parking Lot and transfer to the sightseeing bus 🌄Must-Visit Attractions TOP4 1⃣ Jufeng Scenic Area 👉Laoshan's highest peak! 1132.7 meters above sea level 🚎Transportation: Take the sightseeing bus from Dahedong Tourist Center 🌟Highlights: Overlook the seamless blend of sea and sky, check in at the "No. 1 Famous Mountain on the Sea" stone carving 2⃣ Taiqing Scenic Area 🏯Taoist holy land! The largest outdoor statue of Laozi in the country (36 meters high) 🚶‍♂️Route: Walk along the mountain and sea boardwalk towards Taiqing Palace 🌳Ancient buildings nestled among Han cypresses and Tang elms, full of Zen 3⃣ Yangkou Scenic Area 🌅Stunning sunset! The gradient colors after 15:00 are super healing 🎯Check-in spots: Taiping Palace, Shouzi Peak, Mitiandong Cave 🚠Can go up the mountain by cable car or on foot 4⃣ Jiushui Scenic Area 💦Spectacular waterfalls after summer rain! 👨👩👧👦Most suitable for family fun 🌈Attractions: Lengcui Gorge, Chaoyin Waterfall, Jiangshan Ruhua (Picturesque Landscape) 🍽️Food Recommendations 🥘Laoshan Mushroom Stewed Chicken: Chunhe Building has the most authentic version! 🍞Wanggezhuang Big Steamed Buns: Bigger than your face! 🦐Golden Hook Dried Shrimp: A must-buy souvenir 🏨Accommodation Recommendations ⭐Luxury Choice: Laoshan Junlan Seaside Resort (amazing sea views!) 🎋Unique Choice: Laoshan Academy Hotel (Huizhou-style architecture) 🏡Artistic Choice: Wenshu Huafang Art B&B (English classical style) 💡Practical Tips 👟Wear non-slip hiking shoes! ☀️Sun protection in summer / anti-slip in winter 🕗Fewer people before 7 AM / after 3 PM 🚫Beware of "free guide" farmhouses Come and experience this 5A-rated scenic area where mountains and sea meet! 🌊⛰️