[2024 Qingdao Attraction] Travel Guide for Shazikou Square (Updated Dec)
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Address:
嶗山路109號
Recommended sightseeing time:
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The Truth About Little Italy in Qingdao: Not Recommended to Visit Shazikou on Cloudy Days!
Visiting Shazikou on a day without sunshine and with fog over the sea, it's really hard to capture that 'Little Italy' vibe in the photos 😔
📍 Must-visit spots in Shazikou
1️⃣ Locate 'Shazikou Leisure Square', then walk along the shore until you reach a small sandy beach at the end
2️⃣ The popular photo spot is at 'Shazikou Beach Barbecue Camping Site', right across Shazikou, offering a wide-angle view!
🌳 Itinerary Suggestions (Complete in One Day)
Shazikou is located off the beaten path, closer to Laoshan, with 2 ways to enjoy it
1️⃣ Yangkou Scenic Area → Qingshan Fishing Village → Shazikou → Shi Lao Ren Beach
2️⃣ Xiaomaidao → Sea's Love Park → Qingdao Sculpture Park → Shi Lao Ren Beach → Shazikou
🌤️ Photo Tip: Visit on a sunny day or when the weather is clear
Through the thin mist, I can guess its beauty under the blue sky, but unfortunately, I can't catch the good weather this time
I suggest everyone choose a sunny day to take photos, so you can capture Shazikou at its most beautiful!
elora_9304
My friend thought I went to Italy, but actually, it was Qingdao
People say Qingdao's old buildings resemble those in Prague, Europe, but near Laoshan's Shazikou, I found a beach that strikingly resembles the Amalfi Coast of Italy,
on the cliffside opposite the coast, there are densely packed colorful houses, countless Siberian seagulls flying over the beach, coupled with the azure sky, pristine clouds, and waves continuously lapping the sandy beach, it's like a scene out of an Italian movie. During low tide, many people go down to the shore to collect seafood, or leisurely stroll and play on the beach, which is extremely pleasant.
📍109 Laoshan Road, Laoshan District, Shazikou Square
🚇Subway (Line 41 Shazikou Station Exit C, about a 10-minute walk)
🎫Free
Bl@ckr0se_N1ghtr0se
Qingdao version of Italy’s Amalfi Coast
A beautiful fairy tale town by the sea.
Hello everyone, my name is Yang. I like traveling and shooting. I share sincerely. I hope it can bring more value to everyone.
Surrounded by mountains and sea, there are colorful fishing villages. Everyone says this place looks like the Amalfi Coast of Italy. This picture attracted me to this place. This is Shashakou, Qingdao, as romantic as a movie scene)
I saw a lot of people claiming to be cheating here. After testing it myself, I thought it was really good. It’s nice to take, fun to watch, and full of atmosphere.
✅✅✅ Share a few check-in game strategies, and help everyone avoid lightning and make movies to the best of their ability. I hope everyone can travel happily.
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☁️Weather time: sunny day and dusk
Avoid cloudy days, rainy and foggy days, choose clear and sunny days, and start at 16:00 in the evening
-Arrived around 18:00. The sunset will make the colorful roof more fairytale
❤️Location selection: There are two places to choose from at Shazikou Square/Qianhai Park Bus Station:
Seat 1: Shazikou Square, closer to the house, Sicilian-style seaside romance, similar to Nanmen Bay of Dongshan Island
Seat 2: Qianhai Park bus station, a beach opposite the colorful fishing village🏖️
📷Camera lens: telephoto lens
The picture above shows the focal length of 70-200. If you are using a mobile phone or the focal length is not enough, you will give priority to the camera location at Shazikou Square, which is closer to the fishing village and easier to film.
🎈 How to get there: subway/bus/self-driving/taxi🚗
Take Metro Line 4 to "Shazikou" and walk 1 km, then take bus No. 304 to the
"Shashakou" is very convenient for self-driving and taking a taxi.
🎈Other activities: sunset/camping/walking kids/walking dogs
In addition to taking photos, this place is very suitable for camping. The sand is clean and you can bring your own camping tables, chairs and tents. It is super comfortable to blow the sea breeze and watch the colorful fishing villages under the sunset! It’s also great for bringing babies and dogs to play in the sand and tread water~
✅Tips1:
You can buy some bouquets, or bring your own sunglasses, straw hats, beach chairs, newspapers and other props to make the film more vivid.
✅Tips2:
You can bring beach sandals and a light jacket. If you want to eat nearby, you can prepare some convenient food in advance.
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However, this is the beach I have always wanted to visit again. I am the classmate Yang who keeps walking -
❤️Follow me and I will take you to capture the romance of the city and the mountains💕
ANNE FLETCHER
Visiting Qingdao in winter for the tenth time, this article is all you need
Every winter, I come to Qingdao to see the seagulls.
The seagulls arrive in Qingdao every November.
Especially near the Zhanqiao Pier, it's basically a flurry of seagulls.
In addition to the seagulls, the seafood from the winter sea is also one of the reasons to come to Qingdao.
✅✅Recommended route
DAY1️⃣
Qingdao Station-Zhanqiao Pier-Catholic Church-Signal Hill Park-University Road-Xiaoyushan-Little Qingdao-Qinyu Road Sunset
DAY2️⃣
German Prison-Qingdao Beer Museum-Badaguan-Second Seawater Bathing Beach-Olympic Sailing Sunset-May Fourth Square Light Show (Weekend)
DAY3️⃣
Shilaoren Sunrise-Xiaomai Island-Yan'er Island-Shazikou Sunset
✅✅Recommended places
1️⃣Shazikou
Be sure to pick a good day to watch the sunset at Shazikou. The orange sunset light shining on the seaside houses is really beautiful, and the sea turns deep blue due to the setting sun, which is very suitable for photography.
2️⃣Weird Coffee
That window is really beautiful for photos, but you need to queue for a long time. It is recommended to go at one or two in the afternoon, as it is backlit in the morning.
3️⃣Qingshan Fishing Village
If you have time and drive by yourself, you can come here. The red roof of the fishing village in the middle of the mountain and the sea is very beautiful.
4️⃣Manxin Hotel
If two people are taking photos, I suggest staying for one night because it costs a hundred to go upstairs. It's better to stay at Manxin for one night and take the elevator directly upstairs to see the classic shooting spot.
5️⃣Xiaoyushan
Xiaoyushan is the best viewing platform in Qingdao. It's easy to climb and has a wide view. You can basically see all the buildings by the sea, and it's also very suitable for taking photos on it.
6️⃣Zhanqiao Seagulls
If you come to Zhanqiao to see the seagulls, it is recommended to either come early in the morning or in the evening. There are the most seagulls at these two points. The sunset in the evening shines on the sea and there is a golden sparkle. It is often foggy in Qingdao in the morning and it is difficult to see the sunrise.
🍔Food
Seafood: Go directly to the Tuan Island Farmers Market, and walk to the end where all the seafood is sold. Then find a nearby beer house to process it. I recommend trying the sea intestine fried rice. It's really fragrant. My friend and I can finish half a catty of sea intestine fried rice.
For other foods, I feel that 👀 reviews are almost the same, the difference is not very big.
LunariaVespera456+
My friends thought I teleported to Italy, but I was actually in Qingdao. |||
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I often hear that the old buildings in Qingdao have a European Prague vibe. However, in Shazikou, next to Laoshan, I came across a dreamy beach that looks like the Amalfi Coast in Italy.
Standing on the coast, looking at the cliff on the opposite hillside, the colorful houses are closely connected, as if God had knocked over a palette. Flocks of Siberian seagulls soar freely over the beach, their white figures contrasting with the clear blue sky and white clouds. The waves gently kiss the beach, like a scene from an Italian movie.
At low tide, many people go to the shallows to explore the treasures left by the sea. Some people stroll and play on the beach, enjoying the laziness and comfort. Time seems to slow down here.
📍Address: Shazikou Square, 109 Laoshan Road, Laoshan District
ⓂTransportation: Take Metro Line 4 to Shazikou Station, Exit C, and walk for about 10 minutes.
🎫Tickets: Free
⏰Travel tips: It is recommended to visit in the morning or after 4 pm. When the sun rises or sets, the golden light falls on the colorful houses, outlining a charming silhouette. The whole picture is beautiful. After the tide recedes in the morning, a large area of the shallows will be exposed. At this time, the background is richer, and the picture has a strong sense of hierarchy, making it easy to take beautiful photos.
📷Photography tips: A telephoto lens is needed. If you are shooting on the beach on the opposite side, the focal length of the lens should be at least 200mm to capture the distant scenery. If you are shooting on the hiking trail on one side, a focal length of 70-200 is more suitable to capture wonderful moments from different angles.
ObsidianKnight.
Thought I Was in Europe: Shazikou Travel Notes
Location
Shazikou is located in Laoshan District. You can take Metro Line 4 to get there. The transportation is very convenient. There is a market nearby, which is full of life. I was a little confused when I came out of the subway and entered the market, hahaha. Scenery
This is actually a small fishing village. Here you can see fishermen going out to sea. If you walk along the road by the sea, you will see many fishing boats. As someone who has always lived inland, I learned something new. I didn't know that fishing boats also have numbers, just like car license plates.
You must come when the weather is good. It is very beautiful, like a place in a Hayao Miyazaki manga. I also met some foreign friends who were playing drums and singing. It was really pleasant. An old man fishing told us that the best time to come is during the National Day holiday, when it is the season to eat seafood. There will be many seafood vendors on the roadside, and the seafood is both plump and cheap.
Location: It is very convenient to take a taxi or drive. There is a parking lot nearby, and the transportation is convenient!
Scenery: Shazikou is absolutely beautiful on a sunny day. You can see Italian-style buildings, and the water and sky are very blue. Only blue, only blue, so beautiful! We arrived at around 1 pm, and the weather was very nice. The scenery was even more beautiful at around 4 or 5 pm. If you go at this time, be sure to bring warm clothes, as it is still quite cold by the sea at night, and the temperature difference between day and night is relatively large. The night view is also very beautiful! It is also a great place to watch the sunrise!
Recommended activities: You can have a barbecue, team building, or camping here. You can set up a tent, fly a kite by the beach, play beach volleyball, sandbags, etc. It is a great place for family and friends gatherings and various team building activities! You can also take your children to pick up shells! Bring a shovel and a small bucket. It is very fun! You can really pick up a lot of clams! It is great to play with friends and family in the sea breeze!
@b.g@.l Wh.t3
Shazikou - Qingdao's Cinque Terre.
Shazikou, Qingdao's Cinque Terre. The beach is small, but the unique coastline gives it the feel of Cinque Terre, making it very photogenic.
Tips:
1. I originally planned to return to the city from Qingshan Fishing Village, but Qingshan Fishing Village is now part of Laoshan Scenic Area. You can only enter by buying a ticket and taking a shuttle bus to the village. Otherwise, you have to take a detour through Yangkou.
2. The beach is crowded on holidays and not good for taking photos. I think the best spot is the Beiya Coffee next to the beach. It's the closest to the opposite bank, and the coffee shop environment is very good, suitable for a rest.
PhoenixWanderlust32
Shilaoren Beach in Qingdao, the coast that most resembles Naples, Italy
Half of Qingdao's romance is related to the sea,
for the sake of this beach that strikingly resembles Italy's Amalfi Coast,
I specifically flew to Qingdao,
the majestic mountains, the layers of red houses scattered on the slopes,
the clear sea, the fine sand, and the people running and playing on the beach,
plus the azure sky, the white clouds, and the gentle breeze,
this feeling is too healing.
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📍: No. 109 Laoshan Road, Laoshan District, Shilaoren Square
Ⓜ️: About a 20-minute walk from Exit C of Shilaoren Beach Station on Metro Line 4️⃣,
🎫: Free
⏰: It is recommended to come after 4 p.m., especially when the sunset light shines on the colorful houses, it's very beautiful. It is not recommended to come in the morning or early in the day, because it is against the light direction.
📷: A telephoto lens is needed because the beach and the red houses across are too far apart, and using a telephoto lens to compress the scene makes it look better.
Ella Ramirez
This is not overseas, it's Qingdao!
My friend thought I went to Italy, but in fact, it's Qingdao that is said to have old buildings resembling Europe's Prague. Yet, near Laoshan's Shazikou, I found a beach strikingly similar to Italy's Amalfi Coast,
with densely packed colorful houses on the cliffside across the shore,
countless Siberian seagulls flying over the beach,
plus the azure sky, pristine clouds, and waves of sand on the beach,
it's like a scene out of an Italian movie,
During low tide, many people go down to the shore to collect seafood or stroll and play on the beach, which is extremely pleasant.
Laoshan District, No. 109 Laoshan Road, Shazikou Square
M Subway Line 4 Shazikou Station Exit C, about a 10-minute walk: Free
: It is recommended to come early in the morning or after four in the afternoon when the sunlight or sunset casts a beautiful light on the colorful houses; early in the morning, the water recedes to reveal many shallows, which makes for better photos.
○: A telephoto lens is needed, at least 200mm+ if shooting from the opposite beach, or 70-200 if shooting from a trail on one side.
GlobetrottingExplorer
I seem to have arrived at the Amalfi Coast in Italy!
The first thing I saw was the red rooftops 🏠 across from the sandy mouth
Dreaming back to the Amalfi Coast of Italy 🇮🇹
Especially when the lights are lit at night
Sitting on the dam and feeling the breeze, it's so romantic~
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💙BAYARY White Cliff Cafe
My treasure cafe, where you can see the full view of the red houses opposite, each with large floor-to-ceiling windows, this is the treasure place for viewing scenery!
💙Sandy Mouth (Navigation Leisure Plaza)
Not far from the cafe is a beach with public canopies and tables and chairs, walking slowly on the beach, you can capture the immediate feeling of the Amalfi Coast, so romantic 💕 The best time to shoot is the sunset at 5 o'clock
💙Park Stay·Qi Lan Seaside Residence
The most beautiful homestay in Laoshan, each room can see the sunrise, the large floor-to-ceiling windows face the direction of the sunrise, lying in bed you can see the splendid golden light
💙Seaside Plank Road
To the left of the beach there is a park with a seaside plank road, from here the red houses are also particularly beautiful, the color of the sea under the sunset is too beautiful, here you can take very shocking photos of the red houses, remember to zoom in the focal length
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☀️ Qingdao 3️⃣-day citywalk route guide
day1: Qinyu Road - Fengling Ferry Coffee Shop - Longjiang Road - University Road - Huangxian Road - Xiaoyushan - Fushan Branch Road - Xilingxia San Road - Signal Hill Park to watch the sunset (in order)
day2: Badaxia Square - Badaguan - Second Seawater Bathing Beach - Emerald Garden - Xiaomaidao to watch the sunset
day3: Shi Lao Ren Seawater Bathing Beach - bayary Beiyacafe (must go) - Sandy Mouth Leisure Plaza
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Qingdao's must-visit places are concentrated in the southern district, and 18 places can be visited in one day
💙Qinyu Road
My favorite road, it's so romantic to watch the sea from the coffee shop~ It is recommended to go for a shoot before 8 o'clock
💙Xiaoyushan
Walkable from Qinyu Road, with the entire coastline in view
💙Fushan Branch Road
Coming down from Xiaoyushan, walk down 100 meters to the right to the internet-famous photo spot
💙Signal Hill Park
A high vantage point park overlooking the red-roofed houses
💙Emerald Garden
A villa community, almost no one, the road leading to the sea~
💙Shi Lao Ren Seawater Bathing Beach
Small houses by the sea, clean and fresh
💙Xiaomaidao
A seaside park with green lawns, free
💙Xilingxia San Road
TV series same sea-side road photo check-in spot
💙Badaxia Square/Badaguan
Beautiful trees, stones like piano keys~
💙Longjiang Road/Huangxian Road/University Road
Iconic 'Qingdao' coffee shop check-in spot, many graffiti walls, small fresh coffee shops
💙Sandy Mouth/Bayary Beiyacafe (My favorite Amalfi Coast)
You can take photos of the 'Amalfi Coast' from the cafe, with an average cost of 30
💙Fengling Ferry Coffee Shop
Internet-famous seaside tree bench
💙German-Japanese Prison Site
The twilight light on the European architecture, the light and shadow are so romantic
isidoria_4154
Seaside Fishing Village | Shazikou Leisure Plaza Guide!!!
| Shazikou Leisure Plaza Guide!!! First and foremost, the most important thing is: the weather forecast! Don't come if there's smog or it's overcast, as the foggy conditions make it hard to edit photos. Secondly, it's best to come in the afternoon.
Lastly, for self-driving: set your GPS to "Shazikou Leisure Plaza", there's a parking lot, but I'm not sure if there's a fee.
Public transportation: Take the subway line 4 to Shazikou Station, exit from Exit C, turn left onto a road called "Rongjun Road" (I think, I can't remember clearly), follow it all the way to the end, cross the road and you'll see the sea. There are many people fishing along the coastline, and there aren't many other attractions; it's basically just looking at the sea. Across the street, there are convenience stores, small restaurants, Likelai Supermarket, and coco milk tea shops, the overall vibe is like strolling through a small town's main street, and it won't take too much time.
If you want to catch a market, come on the 5th or 10th days of the lunar calendar for the big Shazikou market.
There are also many vendors selling seafood at the subway station exit in the morning, which is fresher than in the city but slightly more expensive, given that they set up right outside the subway station and have a clear target customer group.
For dining, I recommend Xinjia Courtyard, which is cheap, serves large portions, and tastes good. The environment is clean, and the service is good. It's about 700 meters walking distance from Shazikou Leisure Plaza, very convenient.
Dressing guide: The wind is strong by the sea, so there's no need to wear too much, just something to block the wind
BRODIE MONTGOMERY
I flew to Qingdao especially for these photos
Sisters! I declare that Qingdao has officially entered the list of cities I love!
The sea at Shazikou is so blue that it intoxicates people, with a built-in Fuji filter💙
It really is the Amalfi Coast of Italy🇮🇹 - Qingdao branch～
It made me deeply in love with the romance of this city🌊
It's worth flying here just for these photos📸!
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1️⃣How to get there?
We live in the southern district and choose to take the subway, which takes about 1h
◾️Depart from Jiangxi Road subway station: Take subway line 3👉🏻Cuobuling Station👉🏻Transfer to line 4 (take the end station to Da Hedong)👉🏻Shazikou Station
◾️After exiting the station📍Navigate to 'Shazikou Leisure Square' to take pictures of the dam, fence【P2.3.6.9】
◾️📍Navigate to 'Shazikou Beach' to take pictures of the beach, sea, fishing village, Laoshan in the same frame【P1.4.5.7】It's like the Amalfi Coast of Italy🇮🇹!
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2️⃣Photography equipment:
👉🏻The camera needs to use a telephoto lens (which can compress the space distance, and the fishing village in the distance is closer and more shocking)
👉🏻🍎Mobile phone shooting zoomed in to about 7.7 times, can also achieve telephoto effect
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3️⃣My shooting position sharing:
①Shazikou Beach: The character stands at the edge of the beach, the photographer shoots from a distance, the character, the sea, the fishing village, Laoshan in the same frame! Or take a horizontal shot of the character close-up, and then stitch up and down is also good!
②Shazikou Leisure Square: Sit at the railing, shoot at an oblique angle
③Shazikou Leisure Square: There are several dams, you can stand at the extension of the dam to shoot (pay attention to safety), the character is blurred as the foreground, focus on the fishing village behind! More atmosphere～
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4️⃣Surrounding attractions:
After I went to Shazikou, I could take a taxi back to 📍Feicui Xinyuan (the small road to the sea is beautiful) and then to 📍Sculpture Park (the seaside green plants and sculptures are also very good-looking) and then to 📍Fushan Ecological Park (Qingdao version of La La Land - a good place to watch the sunset and city night view)
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For sisters who are going to travel to Qingdao during the National Day holiday🙋🏻♀️
I hope my self-summarized guide can help you～
Thanks for reading, see you next time♥️
David Foster
I unexpectedly took a photo in Qingdao that is identical to the Amalfi Coast in Italy
Half of the romance of Qingdao is related to the sea,
For this beach that is very similar to the Amalfi Coast in Italy,
I specifically flew to Qingdao,
The azure sky, the pure white clouds,
The towering mountains, the orderly red houses on the hillside,
The clear sea, the soft sand, and the people running and playing on the beach,
Feeling the sea breeze and eating the sea breeze, this feeling is too comfortable.
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📍：Qingdao Laoshan District, 109 Laoshan Road, Shazikou Square
Ⓜ️：About 10 minutes walk from Exit C of Shazikou Station on Metro Line 4
🎫：Free
⏰：It is recommended to come after 4 pm, especially when the sunset light shines on the colorful houses, it is very beautiful. It is not recommended to come in the morning or early in the morning because it is in the direction of backlight.
📷：You need to use a long angle, about 70-200.
WanderlustVoyages*888
I'm clearly traveling in Qingdao, but my friends all think I've gone to Italy
Is there really a Qingdao version of the Italian Amalfi Coast? On a trip to Qingdao, I came across the cinematic Sandzi Mouth, with colorful houses stacked on the cliffs. It's so beautiful, it feels like I'm abroad in minutes.
If you don't want to step on a mine, please look at the correct way to open it~👇
1. The weather is key! It has to be on a clear day, photos taken on cloudy or foggy days will be greatly discounted. What I took was on a cloudy day, but it didn't have that golden feeling. The best choice is before sunset in the afternoon!
2. Remember to use a telephoto lens to shoot, the colorful little houses in the distance will be particularly clear.
3. Remember to choose white, blue or some brighter red for your clothes, which can match the scene or shoot a retro film style.
📷Shooting location:
1. Locate to Sandzikou Leisure Square, cross the square to the seaside, and walk along the seaside railing to see all the shooting positions.
2. Locate Baiya, park the car at Baiya and you can walk directly to the beach, facing the group of small houses across the sea.
🚗Transportation:
1. Metro Line 4 can reach directly
2. Bus 304 can also reach