Qingdao Laoshan Family Trip! Unlock a Healing Journey of Mountains and Sea with Your Kids

Let's go hiking! The wind will give you the answer. Bring your kids to Qingdao Laoshan, where half is mountain and half is sea. The scenery will heal you and your children ❤️‍🩹. When you come to Qingdao, be sure to reserve a day for Laoshan! ✨ 【Family Route Highlights】 - Mountain and Sea Wonders: The 26-kilometer coastal loop from Yangkou to Liuqing River features cliffs on one side and the boundless sea on the other. The winding path offers a visual feast at every turn, letting your kids experience the grandeur of nature. - Fishing Village Secret Spot: Check in at Qingdao’s hidden gem, Qingshan Fishing Village. Red tiles and green trees against the blue sea and sky make it feel like stepping into a painting. Let your kids experience fishing village life and enjoy a unique local culture. 🚗 【Self-Driving Guide】 1️⃣ Navigation Settings: - Start: Yangkou Checkpoint - Waypoints: Qingshan Fishing Village (must stop! Explore the village and sea views with kids), Taiqing Palace (experience Taoist culture with kids), Liuqing River Beach (play in the sand and waves with kids) - End: Shazikou Exit 2️⃣ Duration: About 1.5 hours of driving. It’s recommended to reserve half a day for photos and stops. No need to rush with kids; take your time to enjoy. 🚌 【618 Bus Guide】 1️⃣ Total distance 13.1 km, about 35 minutes, 21 stops 2️⃣ Bus every 10-15 minutes 3️⃣ No standing allowed, about 30 seats. Once full, no more passengers allowed (due to many S-curves on the mountain road, for safety, kids should sit). 4️⃣ Expect waits during peak season; it’s best to travel off-peak with kids. 5️⃣ Yangkou to Yakou bus times: 5:40 AM - 5:10 PM 6️⃣ Yakou to Yangkou bus times: 6:20 AM - 6:00 PM 📸 【Must-Stop Photo Spots for Families】 - Yangkou Section: Near Yangkou Beach, capture panoramic shots of mountain and sea merging. Great for family photos with a stunning background. - Qingshan Fishing Village: Shoot from under the village archway, capturing red rooftops and terraced tea gardens with vibrant colors. Kids standing under the archway make for meaningful photos. - Near Taiqing Sea Section: The closest road to the sea. Just pull over to catch dramatic waves crashing on cliffs. Let kids feel the power of the ocean. - Liuqing River Beach: Less crowded with fine sand. At low tide, you can hunt for little crabs 🦀, which kids love. Experience the joy of tide hunting with your children. 🏡 Accommodation Tips Recommended: Qingdao Laoshan Daolebao Boutique Hotel and Qingdao Blue Valley National Laboratory of Marine Science and Technology Academic Exchange Center. Both are well-known accommodations near Laoshan with family rooms and complete facilities. Some hotels offer sea views, convenient for families. 💡 【Family Tips】 - ✅ Best Time: Sunny evenings 🌇, when the sunset turns the sea red—perfectly romantic! Watch the sunset with your kids and enjoy the breathtaking mountain and sea view. - ✅ Seat Selection: If taking the sightseeing bus, sit on the left side for the best sea view. Have your kids sit on the left to enjoy the unbeatable ocean scenery. - ✅ Transportation: Metro Line 4 goes directly to Dahedong Station, right at the Laoshan Tourist Service Center. Super convenient for families; you can combine metro and bus travel. - ✅ Outfit Suggestions: Comfortable shoes, light-colored long dress + straw hat, perfect for seaside photos. Don’t forget sunglasses and sunscreen for the kids! - ✅ Safety: The sea breeze can be strong. Keep a close eye on your kids and don’t let them go near the sea alone. Pay attention to tide changes when tide hunting.