Scenic spot introduction:

The Laoshan Scenic Area in Qingdao stands on the coast of the Yellow Sea and is known as the "No. 1 famous mountain on the sea". The mountain is full of strange rocks and caves, clear springs and waterfalls, and winding paths. It is the main mountain range on the Shandong Peninsula. The highest peak, Laoding, is 1,133 meters above sea level. There is an old saying in the local area: "Although Mount Tai is high in the clouds, it is not as high as Laoshan in the East China Sea." The connection between mountains and sea, the beauty of the mountains and the sea, is the characteristic of the scenery of Laoshan. It is the only mountain in the country that rises from the sea.
The coastline around Laoshan is 87 kilometers long, and there are 18 islands of various sizes along the coast, which constitute the sea wonders of Laoshan. In ancient times, people called Laoshan "the home of immortals and the palace of spirits". It is said that Qin Shihuang and Emperor Wu of Han both came here to seek immortality. Laoshan is a famous Taoist mountain in my country. In its heyday, there were "Nine Palaces, Eight Temples and Seventy-two Temples". There were thousands of Taoists in the whole mountain. Famous Taoist figures such as Qiu Changchun and Zhang Sanfeng practiced Taoism here. Most of the original Taoist temples have been destroyed, and the ones that have been preserved are as follows: Taiqing Palace It is the largest in scale and has the longest history.

Attractions distribution:

The Laoshan Scenic Area mainly includes Jufeng, Liuqing, Taiqing, Chessboard Stone , Yangkou, Beijiushui There are several tourist areas in Hualou, including Liuqing-Taiqing- Chessboard Stone —Yangkou is on the same tour line. Tourists can visit the scenic spots in the scenic area through four routes, namely the south line, the east line, the middle line, and the waterway. In addition, the twelve scenic spots of Laoshan include: Kyoto Peak Sunrise , Dragon Pond Sprays Rain , Bright clouds scattered , Taiqing Shuiyue , Haijiao Xiandun , Narayana Caves , Cloud Cave Pines , Lion Ridge Clouds , Hualou stacked stone , Nine Waters Bright Ripples , Rock Waterfall Sound , Bamboo Spring .

Scenic spot qualifications:

National 5A scenic spot

Scenic spot features:

Photography, hiking, rock climbing, summer vacation, religion, historical sites, famous mountains, seaside, nature reserve

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

Travel Notes of Travellers:

  • Travel Guide: Qingdao Three-Day Travel Guide 2017

travelling guideline:

Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao has beautiful scenery and unique magnificent scenery of mountains and sea. It is known as the "paradise on earth". The towering green mountains and the vast sea complement each other, and the mountains and the sea are the same color, which is beautiful. Laoshan has a pleasant climate and a refreshing climate. There is no feeling of dryness and stuffiness. The cool sea breeze blows slowly, making people feel very comfortable. Friends who go to Laoshan for summer vacation are recommended to choose farmhouses in the eastern coastal scenic area.

Tour route:

There are four routes to visit Laoshan, including three by land (South Line, East Line, and Central Line) and one by water.

1. South Route: Taiqing Palace → Shangqing Palace → Jufeng → Chessboard Stone ;

2. East route: Yangkou Scenic Area;

3. Middle line: Beijiushui → Hualou Palace → Hualou Peak → Chaoyin Waterfall → Yangkou;

4. Waterway: mainly visit Taiqing and Shangqing scenic spots.

Best time to visit:

June to September every year

Shopping recommendations:

Local specialties: Laoshan beer, Laoshan mineral water, Tsingtao beer, Laoshan abalone, fairy fish, Laoshan sea cucumber, Laoshan green stone, Laoshan stick, Laoshan green tea, Laoshan granite, Xishi tongue, Beizhai cherry, Hanlu peach, Laoshan golden hook shrimp, Laoshan winter ferret, Laoshan fist vegetable, Wanggezhuang tofu, etc.

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map
Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China > Shandong Province > Qingdao City > Laoshan District

How to get there:

Getting There:

Laoshan is divided into Beijiushui The four scenic spots of Hualou, Yangkou, Jufeng and Taiqing are in different locations and require different bus routes.

1) Beijiushui : Take bus No. 619, East Bus Station - Beijiushui , the whole journey costs 2 yuan; or take bus 365, 110, 311, 112 to [Wolong Village], and then walk.

2) Hualou: Take bus No. 365, 110, 311, or 112 to Lanjiazhuang, which costs RMB 4 to 6, and then walk.

3) Yangkou: Take bus No. 110, 312, 371, or 383 to Yangkou. The maximum fare is RMB 6.

4) Jufeng and Taiqing: Take bus No. 304, No. 104, No. 802 or No. 113 to Dahedong. The maximum fare is RMB 6.

Self-driving route: From Qingdao Railway Station, Ferry Terminal, Qianhai, Zhongshan Park and Qingdao Municipal Government to Laoshan, you can take Hong Kong Road or Donghai Road to Shilaoren, then take Zhanliu Main Road to Shazikou, the gateway to the southern foot of Laoshan, and enter the mountain area from Shazikou.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Laoshan Ticket Price:

[Peak season] April 1st - October 31st

Tickets to Jufeng Scenic Area: 80 yuan/person; half price 40 yuan/person

Liuqing Scenic Area - Taiqing Scenic Area - Chessboard Stone Scenic area - Yangkou Scenic Area Entrance Ticket: 90 yuan/person; half price 45 yuan/person

Beijiushui Tickets for the scenic area: 65 yuan/person; half price 32 yuan/person

[Off-season] November 1st - March 31st of the following year

Tickets to the Jufeng Scenic Area: 50 yuan/person; half price 25 yuan/person

Liuqing Scenic Area - Taiqing Scenic Area - Chessboard Stone Scenic Area - Yangkou Scenic Area Entrance Ticket: 60 yuan/person; half price 30 yuan/person

Beijiushui Tickets for the scenic area: 40 yuan/person; half price 20 yuan/person

Hualou Tourist Area Ticket Price: 10 Yuan/person

【cableway】

Jufeng Cableway Ticket Price: 40 yuan/person for one way, 80 yuan/person for round trip

Taiqing Cableway Ticket Price: 45 yuan/person for one way, 80 yuan/person for round trip

Yangkou Cableway Ticket Price: 35 yuan/person for one way, 60 yuan/person for round trip

【Tourism Ticket】

Liuqing Scenic Area - Taiqing Scenic Area - Chessboard Stone Tickets for tourist area-Yangkou tourist area: 40 yuan/person, half-price ticket for children between 1.2-1.4 meters 20 yuan/person

Beijiushui The ticket price for the tourist bus in the tourist area is 30 yuan/person, and the half-price ticket for children between 1.2-1.4 meters is 15 yuan/person

The ticket price for the Jufeng Scenic Area sightseeing bus is 15 yuan per person

Scenic area opening hours:

7:00–18:30

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