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Welcome to Qingdao in Shandong! This vibrant eastern Chinese city is home to 9.3 million residents and ranks as a tier 3 urban center in China. A coastal city famous for its beer and German architecture.

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  1. We Found China’s Wildest Hotel (Unlimited Beer!)
    39 min
    2026-07
    We Found China’s Wildest Hotel (Unlimited Beer!)Qingdao Beer Hotel: Unlimited Beer Taps & Brewery TourSummer, Reanne & Ben #OTWDTsingtao Time Resort, City Media Plaza
  2. We Finally Made It to China’s German City… And It’s Nothing Like We Expected
    36 min
    2026-07
    We Finally Made It to China’s German City… And It’s Nothing Like We ExpectedExploring Qingdao China's Unexpected German City SurprisesUse the Alipay metro app to quickly scan QR codes for subway entry in Qingdao, rather than buying paper tickets at machines.Try sampling different beers before buying at street stalls—vendors are happy to let you taste, especially the fruity options which are great for non-beer drinkSummer, Reanne & Ben #OTWDTsingtao Beer Museum, St Michael's Church, May Fourth Square, Zhongshan Road, Qingdao Beer Street, Qingdao Pier
  3. Why China Makes Travel Feel So Easy
    38 min
    2026-07
    Why China Makes Travel Feel So EasyWhy China Makes Travel Feel So Easy: Beijing to QingdaoPack a stirrer for coffee on trains. Without it, you may end up using your sunglasses, which is neither hygienic nor practical.Use a countdown timer on your phone to keep the screen unlocked during video uploads. This prevents the phone from locking and interrupting the upload.Summer, Reanne & Ben #OTWDBeer Street, German Colonial Buildings
  4. we joined a Chinese biker gang
    45 min
    2026-04
    we joined a Chinese biker gangJoining a Chinese Biker Gang on Electric Scooters in Urban ChinaStart early to cover long distances. Even with minor illness, pushing through can be rewarding, but listen to your body and take breaks.Pull over for scenic stops like cherry blossoms. Such moments offer great photo ops and a chance to appreciate local beauty.Spring, LudwigCherry Blossoms, Great Wall Of China
  5. I travelled China during Chinese New Year - Qingdao Travel vlog
    15 min
    2026-03
    I travelled China during Chinese New Year - Qingdao Travel vlogQingdao during Chinese New Year Spring Festival travel guideAt Qingdao markets, look beyond meat-heavy stalls for vegetarian snacks. Soph finds stuffed herb bread, a distinctive savory option, while exploring the local fThe Tsingtao Beer Hotel includes unlimited free beer and beer-themed items, including hops-flavored toothpaste and a deep-sleep spa kit. Soph finds these detailSpring, SophQingdao Cathedral, Tsingtao Beer Hotel, Tangwanhui Market, Qingdao Private Beach, German Influenced Area
  6. IS THIS CHINA’S MOST UNDERRATED CITY? qingdao Spring Festival travel vlog
    15 min
    2026-03
    IS THIS CHINA’S MOST UNDERRATED CITY? qingdao Spring Festival travel vlogQingdao Spring Festival travel vlog: Futuristic coastal cityTry a local dumpling lunch with vinegar dip before exploring the seaside, as a way to sample Qingdao flavors.To see seagulls and take photos on popular beaches, visit slightly outside the busiest hours.Spring, SophTsingtao Beer Museum, Qingdao Beach, Sunset Ferry, Street Food Market
  7. China’s Beer City: You Drink This Like Water
    18 min
    2026-01
    China’s Beer City: You Drink This Like WaterQingdao Beer Street and Nightlife Tour: China’s Beer CapitalPlan a visit to the Beer Museum to see original equipment and learn about Qingdao's beer history (allow 2-3 hours).Grab a table at the Time Coast Craft Beer Garden; try flights including Sichuan peppercorn beer for a local twist.Winter, BarrettBeer Museum, Time Coast Craft Beer Garden, Qingdao Beer Hotel, Jongshan Club
  8. Foreigners Get Treated Like THIS in China (Must Watch)
    12 min
    2025-08
    Foreigners Get Treated Like THIS in China (Must Watch)Foreigner's Midnight China Street Life: Kindness, Culture & FoodWhen Harmony relays a question about whether it is safe for women to walk outside at night, a person answers that it is safe, even at 3 am, and says China is veHarmony says it is around 12 midnight and people are still walking around as if it were daytime. The group uses the late hour to go out and try street food fromSummer, Harmony2nd
  9. Climbing Mount Lao | Beijiushui & Jufeng Peak
    30 min
    2025-06
    Climbing Mount Lao | Beijiushui & Jufeng PeakClimbing Mount Lao Near Qingdao: Beijiushui and Jufeng PeakA Mount Lao ticket for Beijiushui costs 91 yuan, and a passport is not required for entry. After buying the ticket, look for the bus pickup area so you can contThe walk through Beijiushui takes about three hours. Enjoy the route and take time to appreciate its streams and waterfalls rather than rushing through the scenSummer, Luke HydeMount Lao, Beijiushui Scenic Spot, Jufeng Peak, Yellow Sea
  10. Inside Qingdao – China’s Most Underrated Coastal City
    17 min
    2025-06
    Inside Qingdao – China’s Most Underrated Coastal CityQingdao Exploration: Coastal City VlogLearn how to easily pay for bus rides in China using the Alipay app and QR codes. This seamless system makes public transport incredibly convenient for travelerQingdao's climate can vary, especially between seasons. Check the weather forecast before your trip to pack appropriately. Even in February, temperatures can flSummer, VAGA VAGABONDQingdao Waterfront, May 4th Movement Monument, Tsingtao Brewery, Old Town Qingdao, Olympic Center
  11. FOREIGNERS TRAVELING IN CHINA! (What It's REALLY Like...)
    32 min
    2025-05
    FOREIGNERS TRAVELING IN CHINA! (What It's REALLY Like...)China Domestic Flight Vlog: Cultural Encounters & Travel InsightsUsing DiDi in China requires a Chinese phone number. Consider purchasing a local SIM card with a number before your trip to avoid difficulties with ride-hailingKeep your baggage claim coupons safe in case your luggage is lost. This will help you track your belongings.Spring, Two DriftersTerra Cotta Army
  12. DID CHINA STEAL BEER FROM GERMANY??? The TRUTH About The BIGGEST Beer Company in China
    40 min
    2025-03
    DID CHINA STEAL BEER FROM GERMANY??? The TRUTH About The BIGGEST Beer Company in ChinaQingdao's Tsingtao Beer Museum: A Chinese Beer Culture ExplorationVisit the original well at the Tsingtao Brewery to see the water source associated with the beer's flavor. The museum presents water quality as an important parLearn about Tsingtao's history, from its German beginnings through later historical changes to its global brand. The museum visit links the brewery with the eveSpring, jakenbakeLIVETsingtao Beer Museum, Qingdao
  13. Is Qingdao Really CHINA’S MOST UNDERRATED CITY?! - City Tour w/ a Local
    24 min
    2025-03
    Is Qingdao Really CHINA’S MOST UNDERRATED CITY?! - City Tour w/ a LocalQingdao City Tour: Exploring Hidden Gems & Street FoodMay 4th Square holds historical significance, representing student protests against Japanese occupation. Learn about this pivotal moment in Chinese history.Qingdao boasts scenic German architecture, a legacy of its colonial past. Explore the city's unique architectural style.Spring, jakenbakeLIVEMay 4th Square, Olympic Sailing Center, Qingdao Beer Museum, Old Peoples Stone, Jianshan Walking Street
  14. Culture Shock in China: What No One Tells You
    13 min
    2025-03
    Culture Shock in China: What No One Tells YouChina Culture Shock: A Traveler's AdaptationEmbrace local culture and learn the language to make living abroad more comfortable. Lizzy says constant comparisons with home can make adjustment harder.Find an expat community or make local friends. Lizzy says having people to talk to who understand the challenges can make a difference.Spring, Because I'm LizzyStreet Food
  15. Should You Visit Qingdao’s Tsingtao Beer Museum?
    13 min
    2025-02
    Should You Visit Qingdao’s Tsingtao Beer Museum?Qingdao Tsingtao Beer Museum: A China Travel GuideThe Tsingtao Beer Museum explains the history and production of one of China's well-known beers. The entry ticket includes six tastings, giving visitors a chancThe museum ticket includes historical exhibits and beer tasting. Unplanned Flow considers the $18 entry price good value for the information and six samples incWinter, Unplanned FlowTsingtao Beer Museum
  16. Things to Do in Qingdao, China
    29 min
    2025-02
    Things to Do in Qingdao, ChinaQingdao Travel Guide: Explore Coastal City's GemsVisit Zhanqiao Pier for ocean views and seafood in Qingdao. The traveler also discusses the pier’s history and describes it as a place to watch the sunset durinWalk Qingdao’s streets to see German-influenced architecture alongside Chinese culture. The traveler notices the smell of seafood as they explore the city and iWinter, Unplanned FlowZhanqiao Pier, St Michael Cathedral, May 4th Square
  17. Exploring a Chinese Market: A Glimpse into Daily Life
    19 min
    2025-01
    Exploring a Chinese Market: A Glimpse into Daily LifeChinese Market Exploration: Fresh Produce & Daily LifeAlways take a walk after meals and buy cheap vegetables from local markets.More than 50% of the world's vegetables are grown in China, making them incredibly affordable.Winter, Because I'm Lizzy
  18. 24 HOURS in the MIAMI of CHINA
    39 min
    2025-01
    24 HOURS in the MIAMI of CHINAQingdao: China's Coastal Gem - Beaches, Nightlife & CultureUse Curve, a super wallet app, to avoid foreign transaction fees and easily manage your finances while traveling.In Korea Town, try the local way of drinking Soju – as a mixer with beer. It's surprisingly refreshing.Winter, Jack Aynsley TravelBathing Beach No 3, Old German Town, Lulu World
  19. WHY This City in CHINA Will Make YOU QUESTION Life in the WEST?
    45 min
    2024-12
    WHY This City in CHINA Will Make YOU QUESTION Life in the WEST?Qingdao, China: Tradition Meets ModernityBe open to unexpected interactions with local people. The source notes that visitors may even be recognized when they are in a city.Be a responsible visitor by keeping your own litter and disposing of it properly rather than leaving it behind.Winter, Sun Kissed Bucket ListXiao Yu Shan Park, May 4th Square, Olympic Sailing Center
  20. CRAZY NIGHTLIFE in CHINA'S BEER CAPITAL - YOU Won't Believe How SAFE it Feels!
    43 min
    2024-12
    CRAZY NIGHTLIFE in CHINA'S BEER CAPITAL - YOU Won't Believe How SAFE it Feels!Qingdao Nightlife: Exploring China's Beer CapitalAlways carry your passport in China, as it's often required for various activities and transactions.Opening and closing times on Chinese maps aren't always accurate; check in advance.Winter, Sun Kissed Bucket ListTsingtao Beer Museum, Qingdao Beer Street, St Michaels Cathedral
  21. BLOWN AWAY by ANOTHER MEGACITY in CHINA You’ve Never Seen
    48 min
    2024-12
    BLOWN AWAY by ANOTHER MEGACITY in CHINA You’ve Never SeenQingdao Megacity: Coastal Gem of Shandong ProvinceQingdao has a lot of German influence due to its history as a German colony. Explore the European-style architecture.Visit Signal Hill Park, originally Big Stone Hill, known for its three mushroom-shaped domes and views.Winter, Sun Kissed Bucket ListSignal Hill, Qingdao Christian Church, Zhanqiao Pier, Huashi Villa, Badaguan Scenic Area, Princess Villa
  22. Did My Mom Leave China? || 我震惊了
    21 min
    2024-11
    Did My Mom Leave China? || 我震惊了China Life: A Foreigner's Honest ReviewLook for a peaceful community that suits your daily routine. Lizzy's mother describes her apartment surroundings as quiet and like a botanical garden, an examplPrepare to use mobile payment and online shopping. She found that many purchases could be made with a phone, which made daily errands convenient after she learnAutumn, Because I'm LizzyBotanical Garden
  23. The Cyber City in China that no one talks about
    14 min
    2024-09
    The Cyber City in China that no one talks aboutQingdao: China's Cyberpunk Coastal GemThe source describes a recently announced 15-day visa-free policy for visitors from several European countries, which can make travel to China easier for eligibA portable Wi-Fi router with a roaming data SIM can provide internet access, including access to websites that are typically blocked in China, without a VPN.Autumn, Travis LeonMay Fourth Square, Olympic Sailing Center, Qingdao Beer Museum
  24. QINGDAO: From German Colony to Pearl of Northern China
    6 min
    2024-09
    QINGDAO: From German Colony to Pearl of Northern ChinaQingdao Travel Guide: History, Beaches & CultureQingdao is known for its beaches, seafood and beer. Tsingtao Brewery began during the German colonial period and is now China’s largest beer company, adding a hThe German arrival at Jancha Beach on November 14, 1897, became part of a wider period of conflict and change. The source connects it with the Boxer Rebellion aAutumn, Jiayi & Julie in ChinaQingdao Beaches, Laoshan Mountain, Third Bathing Beach, Old Churches
  25. This is SEAFOOD HEAVEN in Qingdao, China
    33 min
    2024-09
    This is SEAFOOD HEAVEN in Qingdao, ChinaQingdao Seafood & Tsingtao Beer: A Coastal Culinary JourneyNavigating menus in Chinese can be challenging for foreign visitors. It's helpful to have translation apps readily available.When in Qingdao, be sure to try the local seafood dumplings – a true culinary specialty of the region. Pair them with Tsingtao beer for an authentic experience.Autumn, Two Mad ExplorersTsingtao Brewery Flagship Store
  26. Our First Impressions of Qingdao, China
    29 min
    2024-09
    Our First Impressions of Qingdao, ChinaQingdao Exploration: First Impressions of a Charming Chinese CityObserve the unique beach activities, focusing on water sports and shell collecting, a cultural difference from typical European beaches.Appreciate the unique architecture in Qingdao, reminiscent of Central and Western Europe, particularly Hamburg. Note the red brick and window designs.Autumn, Two Mad ExplorersSangiao Pier, Qingdao Tv Tower, German Protestant Church, German Governor's House
  27. Our First Day Back in CHINA We Came Back for THIS
    37 min
    2024-09
    Our First Day Back in CHINA We Came Back for THISTwo Mad Explorers: Exploring Qingdao, ChinaFor English-speaking visitors, language differences can make communication difficult. The iFlytek smart translator helped the couple speak with locals while ordThe couple used Didi to get around Qingdao after arriving. They found the ride-hailing app convenient, and note that it works with Alipay for payment during theAutumn, Two Mad ExplorersNight Market
  28. Qingdao, China | Beautiful Beaches and Tsingtao Beer | 青岛啤酒
    25 min
    2024-06
    Qingdao, China | Beautiful Beaches and Tsingtao Beer | 青岛啤酒Qingdao Exploration: Beaches, City Center & Tsingtao BeerExplore Qingdao's walking streets, which have unique shops and photo opportunities. Many are closed to motor vehicles, making them safer and more enjoyable for Qingdao has many pedestrian-friendly streets that are closed to motor traffic, so walking is an easy way to explore shops and local activity.Summer, JunJun Little LifeMay 4th Square
  29. Problems on Chinese Bullet Train
    15 min
    2023-12
    Problems on Chinese Bullet TrainChina Bullet Train Travel: Unexpected ChallengesTake care of the train's equipment and facilities, keep an eye on your belongings, and respect the shared space around other passengers. JERRY's trip highlightsThe video explains the train water dispenser controls: press the red button to unlock it, then press the green button for water. Follow the controls carefully wWinter, JERRY GOODE
  30. Drinking Tsingtao and Eating Seafood in Qingdao, China
    11 min
    2021-07
    Drinking Tsingtao and Eating Seafood in Qingdao, ChinaQingdao Exploration: Seafood, Tsingtao Beer & Coastal CharmExplore Qingdao’s beaches and coastal scenery on foot. James and Keli enjoy the sea air and see cleaning crews removing green algae from the shoreline during thSt. Michael’s Cathedral is a German architectural landmark in Qingdao. Take time to look at its details and surrounding buildings, and note that the area is alsSummer, James and KeliSt Michael's Cathedral, Qingdao Brewery Museum, Underground Wine Museum
  31. Last Day in Qingdao, China // VLOG 29
    9 min
    2017-09
    Last Day in Qingdao, China // VLOG 29Qingdao Vlog: Final Day Exploring ChinaShil outer rim beach is a quieter option for a relaxing day in Qingdao on a weekday. Chase and Kasia find it cleaner and less crowded on Monday than during the Allow for travel time when planning a trip between cities. Chase and Kasia compare flying with taking the train on their route, and a flight can save time on a Autumn, Chase GohlShil Outer Rim Beach
  32. Day 1 in QINGDAO, CHINA // VLOG 27
    12 min
    2017-09
    Day 1 in QINGDAO, CHINA // VLOG 27Qingdao Exploration: A First Day in China's Coastal GemBring your own food and drinks for a long train ride. Chase and Kasia found this useful during their 15-hour journey to Qingdao. The train ride lasts 15 hours, Choose a hostel near the beach for easier access to the water and nearby attractions. Check what amenities are in the surrounding area.Autumn, Chase GohlMay Fourth Square, Qingdao Beach
  33. Kasia and I are going to Qingdao, China // Vlog 26
    8 min
    2017-09
    Kasia and I are going to Qingdao, China // Vlog 26Qingdao Exploration: A 3-Day Coastal Adventure in ChinaQingdao beer contains calories, so be mindful of how much you drink during a trip. The source notes it can be easy to overindulge on vacation. The source pointsQingdao beer is famous in China and widely available. The source compares its place in the city with Budweiser and suggests trying it during a visit.Autumn, Chase GohlQingdao Beach
Popular attractions in Qingdao: Tsingtao Brewery, Zhanqiao Pier, Laoshan MountainFamous cuisine in Qingdao: Beer Duck, Seafood Noodles, Sweet and Sour FishQingdao,China: There are 33 China travel vlogs/videos about Qingdao. Get travel tips, rules and advice for "Qingdao". China Travel Guide: Qingdao