Qingdao travel guide
Qingdao Tourism | Qingdao Guide
You're Going to Love Qingdao
With a population of 3.72 million, Qingdao is a must-see destination in Shandong, China. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Qingdao has to offer.
When to visit Qingdao
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Qingdao in August, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 160 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Qingdao, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.
How to Get to Qingdao
Plane
When flying to Qingdao, you’ll arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO), which is located 41 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Qingdao from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 5h 50m.
Train
Located 11 km from the city centre, Qingdao Qingdao North Railway Station is the busiest station in Qingdao. Another popular train station is Qingdao Qingdao Railway Station, located 5 km from the centre.
Airlines serving Qingdao
Where to stay in Qingdao
From 5-star hotels such as the Himalayas Qingdao Hotel to great affordable options like the Pullman Qingdao Ziyue, Qingdao offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 48 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 110 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Qingdao, with prices from S$ 12 to S$ 290 per night. Shinan is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Qingdao are about 37% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Chengyang - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Wyndham Qingdao, Qingdao Kuaitong International Hotel and Four Points by Sheraton Qingdao, Chengyang. The average nightly price for a double room in Chengyang is S$ 55.
Where to stay in popular areas of Qingdao
Most booked hotels in Qingdao
Hiring a car in Qingdao
Expect to pay S$ 1.67 per litre in Qingdao (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 19.95 and S$ 26.60. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Qingdao, while also 24% cheaper than other types, on average.