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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Qingdao has to offer.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Qingdao in August, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6.3″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Qingdao, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.
When flying to Qingdao, you’ll arrive at Qingdao Jiaodong Intl (TAO), which is located 41 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Qingdao from the United States departs from Los Angeles and takes around 20h 30m.
Located 11 km from the city center, 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 center.
From 5-star hotels such as the Wyndham Qingdao to great affordable options like the Pullman Qingdao Ziyue, Qingdao offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $37 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $87 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Qingdao, with prices from $9 to $216 per night. Shinan is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Qingdao are about 34% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Expect to pay $4.58 per gallon in Qingdao (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $54.96 and $73.29. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Qingdao, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.