Shibei Travel Guide
Qingdao
Popular places to visit
May Fourth Square
Qingdao’s huge seaside square is dominated by an impressive sculpture that commemorates the cultural and socio-political May Fourth Movement.
Zhongshan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Park, a lovely green space in Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Number 1 Bathing Beach
This beautiful beach on Huiquan Bay is an idyllic spot for lounging, swimming and enjoying gorgeous views over the Yellow Sea.
Ocean University of China
Walk around the campus at Ocean University of China as part of your travels around Qingdao. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Lu Xun Park
Experience Chinese literary culture, visit an aquarium and stroll along the waterfront of Qingdao’s beautiful wooded parkland on the shore of Quigan Bay.
Xiaoyushan Park
From the top of the tower at these hilltop gardens, find superlative views of Qingdao’s major sights and attractive bays.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge V1 At Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
Plaza Premium Lounge (Landside) At Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
Qingdao: Tang Dynasty Banquet with Show, Costumes, and Games
Top hotels in Shibei
Le Meridien Qingdao
"The hotel service was good, and the location was good, but the air conditioning was poor; the room was extremely hot, making it impossible to sleep well"
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Qingdao Downtown by IHG
"Great staff, quite location, clean and new room, breakfast was also very decent."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Qingdao CBD by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Qingdao Shibei by IHG
"Booked a 2 double bed room & website states can sleep 4pax, thinking it should be 2 queen size bed. To our horror, the room come with 2 single & when I asked the front office, they told me all their bed are 1.2m. I asked for a 2 queen bed room but was informed that they do not have such room and ..."
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
KaiyueHostel
"The hotel had a great location, friendly staff, clean rooms, and very affordable prices."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Full Season Hotel
Where to stay in Shibei
Qingdao City Center
Qingdao City Center is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hisense Plaza and May Fourth Square.
Shinan District
Shinan District is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like MixC Shopping Mall and Zhongshan Park.
Laoshan District
You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Laoshan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Qingdao Museum or Mount Lao.
Huangdao District
You'll enjoy the beaches and mountain views in Huangdao District. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiashike Huangdao Shopping Center or Golden Sandy Beach.
Chengyang District
Chengyang District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Chengyang Century Park and Qingdao Olympic Sculpture Park.
