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No. 5 of Family-friendly Attractions in Yantai

The Mou's Manor

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4.4/5

1.6k reviews

The Mou's Manor is located in Qixia city, serving as the residence of the prominent landlord Mou Molin (nicknamed "Mou Erhei") and his descendants during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. It stands as one of China's most well-preserved typical landlord manors. Within this expansive northern Chinese landlord estate, you can explore its grand architectural complex, admire its exquisite and unique craftsmanship, and immerse yourself in its profound folk culture. The manor boasts massive architectural scale and carries numerous historical anecdotes about its construction features and local customs. We recommend renting an audio guide or hiring a guide at the visitor center to gain a more vivid understanding of this remarkable site. The Mou's Manor was initially built during the Yongzheng era of the Qing Dynasty and reached its current scale by 1935 (the 24th year of the Republic of China). Today, it preserves over 480 halls, towers, and side rooms. The manor features winding pathways, layered courtyards, grand halls, pavilions, side chambers, and multiple quadrangle compounds. Visitors can also see structures like granaries, weaving workshops, wineries, oil presses, and even a private opera stage—reflecting the Mou family's social status and economic power at the time. The architecture showcases unique craftsmanship with exquisite carvings and masonry, renowned for its "three carvings," "six oddities," and "nine marvels." One of the oddities is "chimneys standing outside the gable walls"—dozens of chimneys in the manor are supported by finely carved granite slabs outside the gables (some on the front walls), resembling miniature floating pavilions. These chimneys don't backdraft and are fireproof. Inside the halls and rooms, you might notice that despite the Mou family's immense wealth, the furnishings and decorations appear surprisingly modest, exuding a strong rural charm of eastern Shandong. This likely stems from the family's agrarian values, as inscribed on the main gate: "Farming and reading as lifelong pursuits, diligence and frugality as family traditions"—a testament to their indifference to fame and pursuit of tranquility. The manor also highlights Qixia's folk culture. During the May Day and National Day golden weeks, it hosts the "Folk Culture Tourism Festival," featuring activities like flower-shaped steamed buns, paper-cutting, embroidered ball tossing, traditional wedding ceremonies, and folk lantern displays, vividly recreating the cultural life of eastern Shandong during the Mou family's heyday.

Qixia · 2.3 km from downtown

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Tianzhu Mountain

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4.2/5

225 reviews

Tianzhu Mountain is located in the north of Aishan in Penglai City. The mountain is tall and steep, and has the reputation of being "the Little Mt Hua of Jiaodong”. The scenic spot comprises five peaks, such as the Xianglu Peak, the Flag Peak, the Yuanyang Peak, and the Guanyin Peak. There are natural landscapes such as “Big Jiasha Monk”, “Standing Buddha” and “Immortal's Meditation”, as well as historical revolutionary sites such as Grain Transport Road, the Coin Mint, and the Public Daily News Center. It is an important base of patriotic education and history.

Qixia · 18 km from downtown

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Qixia Taixu Palace

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4.5/5

223 reviews

Qixia Taixu Palace is located in the northern suburb of Qixia City. Its construction was presided over by Qiu Chuji, the founder of the Dragon Gate Sect ( 龙门派 Longmen Pai ) of the Complete Perfection Tradition (全真道 Quanzhen Dao ) of China's Taoism, a Taoist, a health preservation expert, and a litterateur, in 1911 based on his former residence. It has been in existence for more than 800 years. Since the location of Taixu Palace is in Bindu, it is also called "Bindu Palace" by local people. For a long time, Qixia Taixu Palace has gained increased fame due to Qiu Chuji, and the Taoist culture has been spread farther due to the Taixu Palace.

Qixia · 1.4 km from downtown

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No. 1 of Global Traveller-Picked Attractions in Yantai

Penglai Pavilion

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4.6/5

19.4k reviews

Penglai Pavilion is located on the cliff in the north of Penglai City in the Yantai area of Shandong Province. It was built in the Song Dynasty (1061 AD) and has a history of more than 900 years. It is together with Tengwangge, Yellow Crane Tower and Yueyang Tower called the Four Great Towers of China. Known as the Wonderland of Penglai, it was the place where Emperor Qin Han Wu sought the elixir of life. The entire Penglai Pavilion building consists of Sanqingdian, Lvzu Palace, Sugong Temple, Tianhou Temple, Dragon King Palace, Penglai Pavilion, and Amitabha Temple. They are located on a hillside. Make sure to climb the hillside before visiting these palaces.

Yantai · 55.1 km from Qixia

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No. 7 of Best Things to Do in Yantai

Changyu Castel Ghateau

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4.9/5

2.4k reviews

Yantai Changyu Castel Winery is a joint venture built by Chinese wine giant Changyu and French wine giant Castel. It is located on the golden tourist route from Yantai to Penglai. The winery covers an area of 2,110 acres, including 500 acres of wine-making vineyards, 50 acres of main buildings, and 20 acres of grape corridors and roads. Yantai Changyu Castel Winery is a collection of tourism, sightseeing and leisure, and has become another tourist attraction in Yantai City; at the same time, it is also the brewing base of Changyu's high-end wine; it also introduces and breeds new domestic and foreign excellent grape varieties. An important place for research on related cultivation techniques.

Yantai · 39.5 km from Qixia

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Qixia Canyon Rafting

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4.0/5

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Qixia Canyon Rafting is located in the Yinshui River Valley in Xingjiazhuang Village, Tingkou Town, Qixia City, Shandong Province—the roof of the Jiaodong Peninsula in Shandong. It boasts a superior location and convenient transportation. It is 25 kilometers from Qixia City and 50 kilometers from Yantai City, and within a 2-hour travel radius of merchandise cities such as Weihai, Qingdao, and Weifang, making short trips easy and direct. This rafting course relies on the abundant water source of the Tianjia Reservoir, with a capacity of 6 million cubic meters, ensuring a continuous supply of clear water and a natural water source. Backed by the verdant Yashan Mountain range, the 5-kilometer-long rafting course, with a vertical drop of 118 meters, is carved out of thousands of acres of alpine surfing . visitors can breathe in the sweet aroma of fruit while enjoying the thrill, laughter, screams, and continuous waves. This rafting experience is not only a therapeutic haven for young people seeking thrills and excitement, but also a trendy and relaxing playground for families to connect with nature and enjoy leisurely water activities. This rafting experience uses premium four-person rafts, offering a safe and comfortable ride down the mountain streams. At times, you'll soar through the air, riding the waves; at others, you'll meander through valleys and forests; and at still others, you'll drift gently along the current. Embraced by mountains and water, accompanied by a gentle breeze, this immersive experience unlocks the wild charm and romance of mountain rafting. The area surrounding the rafting merchandise is home to numerous popular 5A and 4A-level scenic spots, including Penglai Xiange, Mou's Manor, Yangma Island, Yantai Mountain, and the Golden Coast. The combination of mountain and water rafting with coastal scenery and historical charm makes it a top choice for summer retreats for the people of Jiaodong, and an ideal destination for visitors from all over the country to enjoy the cool waters and experience the thrill of mountain rafting.

Qixia · 14.8 km from downtown

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No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Shandong

Tsingtao Beer Museum

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4.8/5

49k reviews

The Tsingtao Beer Museum is located at No. 56 Dengzhou Road, the birthplace of Tsingtao beer. This century-old factory, housed in a 1903 German-style industrial complex, witnesses China's beer industry journey from its infancy to prominence. As China's first beer-themed model for industrial heritage revitalization, the museum transforms weathered red-brick workshops into immersive spaces using precious early equipment like old motors, mash kettles, and boiling kettles. Visitors walking through the century-old memory corridor can touch over 30,000 artifacts from the German occupation era while overlooking the smart production lines of the "lighthouse factory" through glass walls. Through the dialogue between traditional wooden fermentation tanks and fully automated filling equipment, they decode the evolution of Chinese manufacturing from artisanal heritage to digital transformation. With the innovative concept of "living heritage + technological empowerment," the museum breaks free from the static display constraints of industrial sites. The VR brewing lab allows visitors to become brewers adjusting malt ratios, while the hop recognition system decodes the scientific secrets behind beer flavors. Personalized beer label printing customizes brews, turning taste into portable urban memories. This cultural landmark, bearing Qingdao's industrial DNA, not only showcases its benchmark value in cultural-tourism integration through honors like "national first-class museum" and "China's top 10 cultural heritage tourism cases," but also injects more sustainable vitality into the century-old factory by being selected as a "national cultural industry demonstration base." It continues to brew the city's cultural richness from industrial heritage amid the tides of time.

China · Qingdao

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No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Shandong

Laoshan Scenic Spot

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4.7/5

26.4k reviews

Laoshan Scenic Spot is located in the east of Qingdao, bordered by the Yellow Sea to the east and south. It enjoys the reputation of "famous mountain on the sea," with its highest peak at an altitude of approx. 1,100 mJufeng. The attraction, renowned for its majesty, grandeur, uniqueness, and elegance, has become a famous Taoist mountain. The Taoist temples, sunrises, and sea of clouds in the attraction are allPrestigious. The attraction is mainly composed of seven scenic areas: the Laoshan Jufeng Scenic Area, Liuqing River Scenic Area, Laoshan Taiqing Scenic Area, Huayan Scenic Area, Laoshan Yangkou Scenic Area, Laoshan Jiushui Scenic Area, and Laoshan Hualou Scenic Area. There are four tour routes in total, including three land routes (south route, east route, and central route) and one water route. The scenery in these scenic areas includes: Jufeng Sunrise, Taiqing Water Moon, Haijiao Immortal Mound,Hualou Dieshi, and Jiushui Mingyi, together forming the twelve scenic spots of the attraction. The Hualou scenic area of Laoshan is located in Beizhai Subdistrict, Laoshan District. The Jiushui scenic area of Laoshan is known for its water, with streams and springs throughout the attraction and beautiful scenery. For typical visitors, the routes truly worth exploring are the Julan Peak scenic area of Laoshan and the Liuqinghe scenic area–Yangkou scenic area of Laoshan route; one day for each of these two routes is sufficient. The Julan Peak scenic area of Laoshan and the Yangkou scenic area of Laoshan are also where the attraction's natural beauty lies. Liuxinghe attraction - the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area, also known as the southern route, is the earlier-developed attraction here. It hugs the coastline and features the famous attraction Laoshan Taiqing Palace, making it the route most people take. The basic route into the attraction is Liuxinghe attraction - Taiqing Palace scenic area - Huayan Temple, with the endpoint being the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area. Since the essence of this route lies in the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area, it is recommended that you manage your time accordingly when visiting the attractions before it. Laoshan Taiqing Palace—LiaozhaiMediumLaoshan MountainThe setting of the story of the Taoist priest. Back then, Pu Songling came to this place and was inspired by the Taiqing Palace in Laoshan, where he wrote "The Taoist Priest of Laoshan." Visitors here can see the wall through which the Taoist priest in Pu Songling's story passed through walls and walked through solid barriers. Huayan Temple — the surviving Buddhist temple in the attraction. Because the Laoshan Yangkou scenic area is close toHuanghai, where you can look at the sea and enjoy the breeze. Of course, in addition to the beautiful scenery, the Yangkou Scenic Area of Laoshan also has the challenging Mitian Cave. This cave is winding, steep, and narrow; in dark spots you cannot see your hand in front of your face, and in narrow spots you can barely squeeze through, greatly increasing the fun of the visit. You can walk or take a cable car to Mitian Cave; after climbing to the mountaintop, you can take photos, enjoy the scenery, and gaze out at the Yellow Sea. Also remember to bring a flashlight so you can take in the beautiful sights inside the cave. In addition to the Yangkou Scenic Area of Laoshan, the second beautiful spot in the attraction is the Giant Peak Scenic Area of Laoshan. The Giant Peak Scenic Area is home to the main peak of the attraction, with Laoding as the highest point. This area is mainly for mountain hiking and is one of the more physically demanding parts of the attraction. The Giant Peak Scenic Area of Laoshan features layered rocky peaks with a magnificent momentum. On clear days, you can see the sea; on cloudy days, you can watch the sea of clouds; and from Laoding, the sunrise offers a breathtakingly enchanting view.

China · Qingdao

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No. 2 of Global Traveller-Picked Attractions in Yantai

Changyu Wine Culture Museum

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4.9/5

5.7k reviews

Changyu Company was founded in 1892 as China's first industrialized wine producer. After over 130 years of development, it has grown to become the world's fourth largest wine company by scale and ranks second globally in brand value. In 1992, the company built the Changyu Wine Culture Museum on the original factory site. In 2000, it invested over 80 million yuan in renovation and expansion. In 2022, marking the 130th anniversary of Changyu's founding, the company utilized modern exhibition hall 4.0 technology to upgrade the museum once again. The revitalized museum now showcases Changyu's dream of serving the nation through industry, its pioneering spirit, and the profound heritage and confidence gained from its extraordinary journey spanning three centuries as it engages with the world on equal terms. The museum is currently a national AAAA tourist attraction, one of China's first industrial tourism demonstration sites, a National Worker Pioneer, and a first-class national museum. It has been selected as one of the first "National Industrial Tourism Demonstration Bases," ranking first among the top ten. The museum consists of a wine culture plaza, exhibition halls, a century-old underground wine cellar, and the 1892 Art Center. The wine culture plaza features attractions like the bronze statue of Changyu founder Zhang Bishi, the Time-Aged Modern Sculpture, the Bacchus Fountain, the early treasury vault, and the Twin Qilin Screen Wall. The exhibition halls include four themed sections: "Industry Revitalizing the Nation," "Gilded Years," "Embracing Diversity," and "Striving for Excellence," which use interactive experiences to showcase Changyu's 130-year development journey, its global competitiveness rivaling foreign wines, trendsetting tastes, proactive social image, and how wine contributes to a healthy, elegant lifestyle. The century-old underground wine cellar, built in 1894 and designated as a national key cultural relic protection site, extends 7 meters below ground—over 1 meter below sea level—and lies within 100 meters of the coastline. Its eight intersecting vaulted tunnels create a maze-like structure. The 1892 Art Center, a "museum within the museum," is a red-roofed building blending Chinese and Western architectural styles. Formerly known as "Jin Gongshan's Old Residence" and later the "Yantai United Front Work Department," it served as the home of Changyu's founder Zhang Bishi. With over 100 years of history, it has now been transformed into an art center celebrating the aesthetics of wine-inspired living. "Telling the story of Chinese wine and promoting the aesthetics of a fashionable, healthy, romantic, and elegant wine lifestyle" – this is the mission of Changyu Wine Culture Museum. We will continue to innovate and inspire more people to fall in love with Yantai, Changyu, and Chinese wine.

Yantai · 54.2 km from Qixia

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No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Shandong

Liugong Island

8.3

4.6/5

30.1k reviews

Liugong Island is located at the mouth of Weihai Bay. It is the birthplace of the Beiyang Fleet, China's first modern navy, and the site of the decisive battle of the First Sino-Japanese War. The island is home to extant Qing Dynasty architectural sites such as the Naval Office and the Naval Academy, forming one of the largest clusters of modern coastal defense facility sites and First Sino-Japanese War sites in the country. The core visiting area is concentrated in the western part of the island. The Naval Command Office, built in the 17th year of the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty (1891), was once the command institution of China's first modern navy and is one of the relatively well-preserved military yamen in the country. Several halls inside have been restored to their historical appearance, displaying replica classical furniture and historical artifacts. The Jiawu War Exhibition Hall features "National Tragedy · 1894–1895" as its basic exhibition, displaying hundreds of historical photographs and precious artifacts, comprehensively presenting the course of the Beiyang Fleet from its establishment to its destruction. Nearby are also the Ding Ruchang Memorial Hall, the Weihai Naval Academy, the Dragon King Temple, and other Qing Dynasty buildings, as well as a 1:1 replica of the "Dingyuan" memorial ship, which can be visited one by one. Liugong Island Expo Park unfolds around three themes: Liugong culture, the First Sino-Japanese War, and the history of the British lease. Among them, the Hall of the Sea Saint recounts the historical legends of Liugong Island through wall carvings, wood carvings, and other forms; the Whale Pavilion displays the complete skin and skeletal specimens of a stranded sperm whale; and the Museum of Weihaiwei under British Rule recreates the history of Weihaiwei being forcibly leased by Britain for decades. The Wanghai Tower within the expo park stands approx. 30 m tall and is the highest point in the park. Heading north into Liugong Island National Forest Park, the trees are mainly Japanese black pine, and wild animals such as sika deer inhabit the area. The park also features the Beiyang Navy Loyal Souls Monument, erected to commemorate the centenary of the Beiyang Navy's establishment. Qiding Mountain is the highest point on the island, and from the Qiding Mountain Fortress ruins, visitors can enjoy distant views of the surrounding waters. On the island, you can also take a sightseeing bus through the forest, or choose a round-island cruise to circle the island, experiencing the scenery of this island bearing profound history from different angles.

China · Weihai

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The Mou Family Manor is the largest and best-preserved feudal landlord manor in northern China, hailed as a "folk palace" and a "living fossil of a century-old manor." It is renowned for its "three carvings," "six oddities," and "nine wonders," particularly its colorful tiger-skin walls and unique designs such as "chimneys standing outside the gable walls," showcasing exquisite architectural craftsmanship. 🌾 The Mou Family Manor is more like an open-air architectural museum and a living folk painting. If you have a strong interest in ancient northern architecture, feudal family history, or Jiaodong folk culture, this place will definitely satisfy you.