Qingdao 8-Day Budget Travel Guide for 3000 RMB (Including Accommodation/Transportation/Food/Attractions)

Goal: Experience Qingdao's coastal charm, historic architecture, and beer culture within an 8-day budget of 3000 RMB. Accommodation: Recommended Areas: Shinan District old town / near Zhanqiao Pier, convenient transportation, concentrated attractions. Hostels / Guesthouses: Choose dorm rooms or budget guesthouses, average price about 60-80 RMB/night, 8 nights about 480-640 RMB. Recommendations: Hostels near Zhanqiao Pier, such as "Qingdao Zhanqiao International Youth Hostel" or "Kaiyue International Youth Hostel." Transportation: Round trip: Choose train hard seat or discounted flight tickets depending on departure location, budget about 500-800 RMB. Within city: Metro + bus + walking, about 20 RMB per day, 8 days about 160 RMB. Others: Laoshan Scenic Area bus or carpool about 50 RMB. Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Qingdao, stroll in old town Morning: Arrive in Qingdao, check into hostel. Afternoon: Walk along Zhongshan Road, admire German-style architecture, visit the Catholic Church. Evening: Pichaiyuan Snack Street, recommended potstickers and tofu pudding, about 30 RMB per person. Day 2: Zhanqiao Pier and coastal scenery Morning: Watch seagulls at Zhanqiao Pier, visit Qingdao Post and Telecommunications Museum. Afternoon: Watch sunset at Xiaoqingdao Park, entrance fee 10 RMB. Evening: Taidong Pedestrian Street night market, about 40 RMB per person. Day 3: Beer culture and Ocean World Morning: Qingdao Beer Museum, entrance fee 60 RMB, learn about beer history. Afternoon: Qingdao Underwater World, entrance fee 120 RMB (student discount available). Evening: Restaurants near hostel, about 40 RMB per person. Day 4: Laoshan day trip All day: Laoshan Scenic Area, entrance + bus about 120 RMB, hike to enjoy mountain and sea views, bring your own snacks. Evening: Return to city, simple dinner about 30 RMB. Day 5: University Road and cultural experience Morning: Take photos at University Road’s popular wall, visit Lao She’s former residence. Afternoon: Signal Hill Park for city views, entrance fee 15 RMB. Evening: Watch light show at May Fourth Square. Day 6: Huangdao Golden Beach All day: Swim and sunbathe at Golden Beach, free, bus fare about 10 RMB. Evening: Seafood stalls near the beach, about 60 RMB per person. Day 7: Badaguan and Second Beach Morning: Badaguan Scenic Area, free, admire international architecture. Afternoon: Relax at Second Beach, free. Evening: Yunxiao Road Food Street, about 50 RMB per person. Day 8: Return trip Morning: Buy local specialties like sorghum candy and dried shrimp, about 100 RMB. Afternoon: Return trip. Budget Summary: Accommodation: 640 RMB Transportation: 800 RMB (round trip) + 160 RMB (within city) = 960 RMB Meals: 30+40+40+30+40+60+50=290 RMB + about 200 RMB other = 490 RMB Tickets: 10+60+120+120+15=325 RMB Others: 100 RMB (specialties) Total: About 2515 RMB, remaining budget can cover emergencies or upgrade experiences. Tips: Student ID can get ticket discounts. Book accommodation and transportation in advance for better deals. Bring a water bottle to save money. Watch for free events like beach concerts. Hope this guide helps you enjoy your trip to Qingdao!