No 1 Bathing Beach

Qingdao


South of the tree-lined area known as Badaguan (八大关, Bādàguān), No 1 Bathing Beach is a very popular spot, perhaps for its snack stalls and children's toy selection, but more likely for its muscle beach.

Transportation

  • metro: Huiquan Sq
  • bus: 304

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1. Little Fish Hill

0.24 MILES

This sweet little park is near No 1 Bathing Beach. Admission is free after 6.30pm.

2. Qingdao City Art Museum

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3. Chinese Navy Museum

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4. Governor’s House Museum

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5. Signal Hill Park

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6. No 2 Bathing Beach

0.8 MILES

Once reserved only for the likes of Mao and other state leaders, this sheltered cove just east of Badaguan has calm waters good for a swim. It's a short…

7. Tianhou Temple

0.81 MILES

This small restored temple dedicated to Tiānhòu (天后), the patron of seafarers, has stood by the shore since 1467. The main hall contains a colourful…

8. Protestant Church

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