Second Bathing Beach

The Second Bathing Beach is also called "Taipingjiao Bathing Beach". It is a beach bathing beach adjacent to the Badaguan Villa District and is smaller than the First Bathing Beach.
In summer, it is set aside as a private bathing area with closed management, but is open to the public in other seasons.
The beach has soft sand and small waves. During holidays, many people often sunbathe on the beach.

Attractions Location: No. 6 Shanhaiguan Road, Shinan District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province

Tickets: free

Opening hours:
9:00-17:00 (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)

Time reference: 1-3 hours


Recommended itinerary for Second Bathing Beach tours

1-Day Itinerary: Relax at Second Bathing Beach

Spend a refreshing day at Second Bathing Beach, enjoying the sun, sea, and sandy shores.

  • Morning to Afternoon: Arrive at Second Bathing Beach for swimming, sunbathing, and beach activities.
  • Evening: Walk along the nearby coastal promenade and enjoy local seafood dinner.

Transportation: Take bus No. 5 or taxi from the city center to Second Bathing Beach (about 30 minutes).

Accommodation/Food: Stay in nearby hotels or guesthouses. Sample fresh seafood at beachfront restaurants.

Souvenirs: Beachwear, shell crafts, local snacks.


2-Day Itinerary: Beach & Local Culture

Combine a beach day with exploring nearby cultural and scenic spots.

  • Day 1: Enjoy Second Bathing Beach as above.
  • Day 2 Morning: Visit the nearby Old City Street for shopping and traditional architecture (bus or taxi, 15 minutes).
  • Day 2 Afternoon: Explore local parks or museums like the Coastal Museum (bus/taxi, 20 minutes).

Transportation: Local buses or taxis between spots (15-20 minutes travel time).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near Second Bathing Beach or city center. Try local street food and seafood.

Souvenirs: Handicrafts, traditional artworks, postcards.


3-Day Itinerary: Beach, Culture & Nature

Extend your trip to enjoy natural parks and cultural sites around the beach.

  • Days 1-2: Follow the 2-day itinerary.
  • Day 3 Morning: Visit the nearby Forest Park (bus/taxi, 25 minutes) for hiking and scenic views.
  • Day 3 Afternoon: Return to city center to explore local markets and dine at a specialty restaurant.

Transportation: Buses or taxis between locations (~20-30 minutes each).

Accommodation/Food: Choose accommodation near the city center or beach. Try local specialties.

Souvenirs: Natural herbal products, forest-themed items, food souvenirs.


4-Day Itinerary: Full Coastal Experience

Immerse yourself in the coastal lifestyle by visiting nearby beaches and cultural attractions.

  • Days 1-3: Follow the 3-day itinerary.
  • Day 4: Visit First Bathing Beach (bus or taxi, 20 minutes), explore coastal parks and seafood markets.

Accommodation/Food: Stay near the beaches. Enjoy seafood BBQ and beachside cafes.

Souvenirs: Seafood products, beach souvenirs, handmade crafts.


5-Day Itinerary: Nature, Culture, and Relaxation

Explore more cultural sites and enjoy leisure time at the beaches and parks.

  • Days 1-4: Follow the 4-day itinerary.
  • Day 5: Visit the local history museum (bus/taxi, 25 minutes) and relax in nearby gardens.

Accommodation/Food: Stay near city center or beach. Enjoy diverse dining including traditional and modern dishes.

Souvenirs: Local art, historical books, traditional crafts.


6-Day Itinerary: Comprehensive Coastal and City Tour

Discover more natural scenery and city landmarks near the beach area.

  • Days 1-5: Follow the 5-day itinerary.
  • Day 6: Day trip to a nearby scenic town or mountain area (taxi or bus, about 1 hour).

Accommodation/Food: Stay near the beach or town center. Try local specialties and seasonal seafood.

Souvenirs: Regional snacks, herbal medicines, handcrafted souvenirs.


7-Day Itinerary: Relaxation and Regional Exploration

Spend a full week enjoying beaches, culture, nature, and regional attractions.

  • Days 1-6: Follow the 6-day itinerary.
  • Day 7: Explore nearby rural villages or coastal towns for a day trip, experiencing local life and cuisine.

Accommodation/Food: Alternate stays between city, beach, and rural guesthouses. Sample varied local foods.

Souvenirs: Local handicrafts, preserved foods, regional specialties.


User Reviews

By Ningbao |

It is right next to Badaguan. After visiting Badaguan, we went directly to the beach to play. Let's talk about the changing and showering first. It was contracted by several companies, and the price and water temperature were different. We used solar water supply for 40 yuan per person. It rained that day, so we basically used cold water. Children were half price. The lockers are free for showers, and the deposit is 20 yuan. The facilities are relatively simple. As for the public toilet, my mother said it was very dirty, as if it had never been cleaned. I was scared and didn't dare to go there. Fortunately, I didn't drink much water and didn't want to go to the toilet. It's 100 yuan per hour to rent a big tent by the beach, which is still quite expensive. The seats are charged by seat for 10 yuan or 20 yuan per hour. The swimming ring is quite cheap. The children's swimming ring is 10 yuan for unlimited time, and the deposit is 20 yuan. A set of iron buckets and sand shovels is 30 yuan. Turning to the topic, the sea water is not very clear, and the sand on the shore is still relatively fine, but it is coarse and prickly when you go down. I didn't see any green seaweed or other floating objects coming up on the shore. There are tents on the beach, just ordinary outdoor tents, I don't know if they brought their own. You must wear enough sunscreen, it will be tanned in less than half a day. I have not been to other beaches, only to Yalong Bay in Sanya, the infrastructure and seawater quality are much worse than Yalong Bay. Mainly because children like water, if you just want to play in the water, I don't recommend coming here.

By Yutongfay |

Yutong personally has a very high opinion of the Second Bathing Beach, because Shilaoren Bathing Beach is in the suburbs Yutong did not go there. Compared with the three bathing beaches, Yutong likes this one very much. It is located in the scenic Badaguan area, and after visiting Huashilou, you can overlook the entire bathing beach at the highest point. There was a small door in the courtyard of Huashilou that should lead directly to here. Mr. Jiang really enjoyed himself back then. This is also the only bathing beach in Qingdao that charges 2 yuan and is open at regular times, so the sand is very fine, the overall situation is very clean, and there are few people. I think it is particularly suitable for playing.

By Little Meng, little Meng |

This is a good beach where locals come. It is a large area with many beach chairs and parasols. You can swim in the sea here. There are many people. The sea water is very clean. If you want to swim, this is a good choice!

There is a plank road that extends all the way to the sea. Walking to the end is a very good photo spot. The sea view in front of you is also very wide. I feel that I am very lucky. I encountered such good weather, blue sky and white clouds, and my mood instantly improved. Perfect!

Tips: It's very windy on the plank road! So it's time to check your weight! . . Um. No. It's really very windy, so girls who want to take pictures on the rocks nearby must pay attention to safety!

By Giant vetch in the reed marsh |

The second bathing beach is in the Badaguan scenic area, or rather, it is "surrounded" by Badaguan. There is an old man flying a kite, and there are many people taking wedding photos here. There is also a wider embankment in the middle that you can climb up. Of course, there are also many tourists, so it is almost impossible to take a photo of only yourself.

By Snowman Sister |

With its beautiful coastline, blue sky and clear water, the Second Beach is a sacred place for wedding photos. There are countless couples and dozens of wedding photography agencies. It feels like this place has become a wedding photo shooting base. There are not many tourists at the Second Beach, only two or three. It is not as lively as the First Beach, but it has a sense of comfort in the quietness.

By Cat Lover |

The second bathing beach is the most beautiful, and it is close to Badaguan, with endless blue sea.

The blue sea and the red house by the sea really go well together.

Unfortunately, although the weather was good, it was high tide and the beach administrator did not allow us to go into the sea. There were many parents with children playing with sand on the beach. The sand here is soft and there is no pain when stepping on it.

By Dong Dong Long Ma |

We set out from Wushengguan Resort Hotel, passed the National Sports General Administration Sailing Sports School, No. 1 Canteen, and unknowingly came to a place guarded by armed police - Badaguan Small Auditorium. It turned out that this place was once the place where the leaders of the Party and the country held activities. It is located at No. 44, Rongcheng Road, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. It was built in 1959 and adopted the design drawings of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. It is a hall building with national characteristics. Qingdao people call it "Stone City". Code-named Project 505, due to political and economic reasons, it was only built on one floor above ground and one floor underground, and then stopped in 1962, forming its "semi-finished" unique appearance. Back then, large political banquets in Qingdao were held here. Deng Xiaoping, Jiang Zemin, Li Peng, Wan Li, Zhu Rongji, Yang Shangkun, Wu Bangguo, Tian Jiyun and others have held meetings or banquets here. But now here, with dense green pines, birds singing and flowers blooming, it is very quiet. Walk a little further and you will reach the second beach.

By Drunken Fox |

Second Beach (free now, may be charged during peak season)

No one! No one! No one!

It's a pity that we can't go into the water because it's too cold, otherwise this would be a free private tour! Hahaha!

There is a dam here, which feels similar to the pier. Before going to the pier, I'd like to experience it here first. Go! The sea!

By gogogo77 |

It's just a swimming beach with nice scenery.

By Afterglow |

The public bathing beach is located on the sea side of the Badaguan scenic area. There are both sandy beaches and strange rock areas. Friends who go into the water should pay attention to safety.

By Playing around |

It is located next to Badaguan. If you go there in winter, you won’t go down to play in the water.

By Zijin |

I came here with my bestie in June and was deeply attracted by the seaside scenery🥰

By Enhe Tree |

Walking on the beach, I waved my arms unconsciously.

By Ma Xiaosa |

The beach is OK. I like the blue hut next to it, which is a changing room and luggage storage room. It must be very nice to take pictures in the summer.

By David_Z_Zjb |

The main purpose of coming to Qingdao is to walk slowly and forget your worries temporarily.

By Big Bad Wolf |

The second bathing beach is also called "Taipingjiao Bathing Beach". During holidays, there are often many people sunbathing on the beach.

By hyacinth! |

There are many people in the bathhouse, so it is not recommended to go there.

By A little flower |

The sea breeze here is very cool. There are many tourists catching small crabs on the dam. The crabs they catch are carried in hats or beverage bottles. Shells, crabs, sand, gifts from the sea~

By Cha Cha Xiao Qi Sauce |

The sand is fine, the water is clear, and the sunset is beautiful, golden and not inferior to the aristocratic temperament of this area. The sailboats on the sea are leisurely and leisurely, and they are beginning to finish their work. From a distance, under the weak light, the sails on the sea are as thin as cicada wings, with a kind of vicissitudes and fragile beauty.

By * |

The sea breeze in winter is very cold, but still beautiful

By Zhao Yun under the stars |

You can't go into the sea at this time, but the sea on the Eryu side is really clean. Standing at Badaguan and looking down, it is also very beautiful. You can walk straight into the protective embankment extending into the sea, which is great for taking pictures.

By Pancakes |

At the bathing beach near Badaguan, there are more people taking wedding photos than swimming in the off-season.

By xuaxian |

At 8:30, there were very few people and the sand on the beach was of good quality. I took photos and enjoyed the sea breeze.

By mary |

The second bathing beach is not as spacious as the first one. There is a dam in the second bathing beach. There are reefs on the left side of the dam and a beach on the right side.

By dumpling |

You must go!!! The sand is very fine, it's very comfortable to walk on it, and there are large reefs. Any photo is a big one. Highly recommended, you must come, don't go to the first bathing beach.

By /Su Jin |

There is no charge for admission to the bathing area, but if you want to go in the water, there is a charge for changing clothes.

Maybe it wasn't the peak tourist season during the long holiday, so the bathing beach wasn't crowded, the water quality was good, and the beach was also nice.

By Watercolor car and Melaleuca |

A better bathing beach than the first one. It used to be reserved for high-ranking officials. I don’t know if it is open to the public now. The sand is very fine, but it is much smaller than the first one and is close to Huashilou.

By Daisy |

The sand on the beach here is very fine and soft when you step on it. The water is also clear, but not very blue.

By Martian User |

The bird's-eye view of Huashilou is nice. When you get closer, you can see that there are quite a lot of people. The sand is coarse and no one has sifted it, but it is also a very good beach in the north.

By Braids in the Clouds |

The second I saw the sea, I regretted not bringing a swimsuit! Believe me, kicking the water with your feet is not the same level of fun as swimming deep. I bought one decisively!

How can you not get wet when you come to the bathhouse?

I heard that No. 2 Bathhouse is the cleanest bathhouse, and it is quite clean in comparison. But the water supply in the bathroom in the bathhouse is cut off! You can imagine how miserable it is. In order to prevent you from flushing in the bathroom or to patronize the businesses in the shower rooms. Yes, it costs 5 yuan to change clothes and 30 yuan to shower! There is a place to store bags in the bathhouse, and a locker costs 25 yuan. I was careless and put my bag next to the tent of the young man and went into the sea haha. Maybe it was Friday, the bathhouse was not full. Friday's advantage hehe.

When the sun was about to set, I was in the embrace of the sea, feeling its residual warmth. There was a fourteen-day-long bright moon in the east, and the seagulls had also flown back. I love you so much.

By Lonely flight |

Be sure to wear sunscreen because you will get a tan.

There were people everywhere. I didn't take many photos. The sea breeze was very strong. You can sit quietly on the dam and enjoy the breeze. It is recommended not to wear clothes that are easily blown up. Because the sea breeze is really strong. Bring your own things. Take your mobile phone and camera. At around 4 pm, the tide rose quickly and the safety guard warned us not to go into the sea again. We played for about two to three hours.

By Maizitun |

The second sea has fewer bathers than the first sea ~ Below the Badaguan ~

By Shouyin Sword |

For open bathing areas, lifeguards are on duty from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

By Xiao Mian Dafu |

It is right next to Badaguan. There are not as many people as the first bathing beach. Many people bring their children here to catch crabs and small fish🐟.

By Yang Shuchen |

Very beautiful, with fine sand and clear water. The scenery is far better than the No. 1 Beach not far away. Because it is in Badaguan, I personally think it is a beach with a lot of cultural heritage. The photo was taken on a summer morning, the sky is blue and the sea is blue

By Milgate |

【Second Beach】

Cost: Bathing in the sea is free, but there is a charge for the service area, and bathing and changing clothes have their own prices.

*You can catch crabs when the tide is low. There are fewer people than seaweed, not as good as the online reviews say, the sea water is a bit dirty.



Coming out of Huashilou in Badaguan is the second beach. It was low tide, so I bought a small bucket and a small net and went to catch crabs. The crabs were hiding in the cracks of the rocks, and we caught a lot of them.

We walked along the beach to the bathing beach. Because of high tide that day, swimming was prohibited and the beach service areas were closed. However, we couldn't resist the temptation of the sea water and decided to go into the water. The miserable situation was that we could only hide in the toilet to change clothes and there was no way to take a fresh water shower.

The sand on the beach is very soft. At noon, the old man and the old woman felt sleepy, so they spread out the blankets they brought and took a nap on the beach.

By Sunshine Melody |

It is near Badaguan, better than expected, very clean, but the staff's attitude is not very good, the locker room is too small and too broken, it can only be used as a makeshift. Not too many people, which is good.

By only one |

Sitting on the reef, holding a parasol, I was in a daze for a long time, watching the blue waves hitting the yellow reefs in the distance again and again. Even so, in a seemingly repetitive and monotonous scene, I felt very relaxed and comfortable, because at this time my whole body was empty, and my time was completely integrated with it, without any other trivial things mixed in.

By Cherrish_Yaoyao |

There are many reefs near the coast, you can climb up or go into the water, the sea breeze is very comfortable

By Jiujiutang wants to travel |

The second beach is right outside Huashilou. There are really a lot of people~

Although the sea in Qingdao is not as good as those abroad, but seeing the sea makes me excited! So I am still very happy!

By History YY |

It is adjacent to Shanhaiguan Road Seaside Park, with a quiet environment and beautiful scenery. The weather is very hot and the sea breeze is strong. A large amount of green seaweed is washed onto the beach with the waves. Some beaches are like a layer of "green carpet". The sea water near the beach has turned green due to the large amount of green algae.

By The witch and her cat |

When we went there, they were cleaning seaweed, so we couldn't go to the beach, we could only go to the reef. There were still a lot of people...

By Renling |

Walk along Huanghai Road outside Huashilou to the beach. Before getting close to the sea, you need to wade through the sand. Holding your shoes, step on it barefoot. The surface is warm, and the deeper you push, the cooler it feels.

By dbaomei |

The beach is average, not the best in Qingdao.

By 😘Miss Zhao |

Compared with the first bathing beach, I prefer the second bathing beach. I feel that the water at the second bathing beach is clearer and the atmosphere is better!

By Venessan |

The water at the second bathing beach is the cleanest, so it is recommended to skip the first bathing beach.

By Free and easy breeze |

Also known as "Taipingjiao Bathing Beach", it is a beach bathing beach adjacent to the Badaguan Villa District. It is often used as a special bathing beach in summer.

By Crazy Bull |

It's OK. The weather was a bit cold when I went there. But overall I still went there, I can only say that I went there too early. You have to go to Qingdao in summer.

By _Mumuzizi |

It seems that we played here for a long time. The most distinctive feature here is the long embankment. The waves are rushing and it is exciting to walk on it. Of course, people with enough weight will not be washed away. I just like this long embankment. If I wear diving socks to walk on it, it may be more comfortable, haha.

By Uncle Du travels around China |

The three bathing beaches in Qingdao all have great views! We only stayed in Qingdao for two days, and we walked all three bathing beaches in two days, purely on foot, until we knelt down.

It's a pity that the wooden boardwalk has too many steps to ride a bike. It would be even better if there was a dedicated bike path to enjoy the sea view while riding a bike.

The sea water in May is a bit cold.

By CRACK |

I didn't go into the sea because it was too troublesome. I thought the third bathing beach would be better. In the end, I found that the second bathing beach was the cleanest.

By Harvey |

It should have been crowded, but there was no one there. It was a magical experience, as if the place was occupied by me alone.

Unfortunately, I can’t swim and I don’t like playing in the water, so I just took a few photos and left.

By tsavo |

The Second Bath is located in the Badaguan Scenic Area, below the Huashilou. It is not small in size. Generally, tourists who come here will go down to the beach to play after visiting the Huashilou.

The water flow here is relatively gentle and the beach is slightly wider. In summer, changing clothes and bathing are charged, and it seems that there is also an entrance fee.

Since it is in a scenic area, it is best not to drive there.

By Meow meow meow Xiaobai |

I have been in Qingdao for three days, and this is my first time to have close contact with the sea. The sea breeze is still a bit cold. I took a few photos and went upstairs. As a result, I still caught a cold after returning home. The seaside is a holy place for taking wedding photos.

By The world of literature |

The second beach is where Tang Monk rode his horse to get across the sea in Journey to the West, haha

By Fairy Baby |

Not long after leaving Huashilou, we arrived at Qingdao Seaside Scenic Area. The bathing beach was closed, so there were no managers or rescuers. There were only policemen wandering around. As long as you don't jump into the sea, basically no one will care about you. This place is very suitable for walking and taking pictures. Wedding photos can be seen everywhere, and people are posing and taking photos on the rocks. Qingdao is completely different from Sanya and Xiamen. It's a little exciting.

By BeiBei |

Compared with the first bathing beach, the second bathing beach has fewer people on the beach, probably because the sea water is deeper, so it looks bluer and there is no pungent sea smell. The more distinctive feature is the dressing room of the second bathing beach, which is painted in a blue navy style and is very suitable for taking pictures.

It is very comfortable to walk on the boardwalk by the sea. Blowing the sea breeze and listening to the cries of seagulls, it seems that all complicated thoughts will dissipate, leaving only the taste of happiness at the moment, echoing in the heart for a long time.

By Student Mingqi |

The scenery at the second bathing beach is really nice, and it is very comfortable to breathe the sea breeze.

By °Sunlight Tipsy |

There are not many people at the beach near Badaguan. It was a little foggy when I went there and the wind was strong at the beach, so it is better to bring a jacket.

By Domi |

It’s just over a hundred meters’ walk from Huashilou to the second bathing beach.

Walking under the lush trees, you can hear the sound of waves hitting the rocks not far away, knowing that the sea is just ahead. Your steps are leisurely, but your heart is eager to see the sea. It is not until the blue sea appears in front of you that you calm down and sigh, it is really beautiful. There is a blue house on the beach of the second beach.

I have seen the seas in many places, including Xiamen, Sanya, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia, but I think the most beautiful one is the sea in Qingdao. Especially the Taiping Cape at the second beach, it is really beautiful.

By Fat girl |

The day we went to the beach, the wind was very strong and the waves were huge. We were freezing cold. If it was summer, it would be nice to take off your shoes and walk on the beach, feel the sea breeze, but it was too cold that day, so we left after staying there for about half an hour.

By China-TravelNote users |

The second bathing beach is really better than other bathing beaches. The sand is very fine. When we went there, it was morning and the sea water had not risen yet. There were large areas of reefs, which were very beautiful. My husband took my son to catch a lot of crabs (all of them were put back into the sea when we left). My son took the initiative to tell me that he was very happy. This was the first time!!! Qingdao left a deep impression on me. The environment is super good and the quality of people is very high! Special reminder, you must pay attention to the prohibited road signs in the scenic area. There are really police uncles checking!!! The navigation does not remind you of the prohibited routes!!! I hope my pictures are helpful to you! I will come to Qingdao next time!

By yamayama |

There are a lot of people, and I've seen enough of the sea in the past two days, so I'll take some photos of the beach huts~

By Fleeting Years☆═ |

When we arrived at the second bathing beach, there seemed to be quite a lot of people. The weather was sunny and cloudy, and the sea water was a little gray.

The sea water at a certain angle is super beautiful, blending into the sky

By Smart People |

To be honest, it is more beautiful than the first one. The sea water is greener. There is a 100-meter-long embankment. You can feel the sea up close when you walk to the end.

By I vowed to travel the world |

The second bathing beach is right in front of Huashilou, it is really beautiful!!!

The sand is very fine. Because it is not a weekend or a holiday, there are not many people. The sea breeze is a bit strong, but fortunately there is sunshine and it is not too cold. It is very comfortable. It is the first time I see the sea. I am really moved by the endless blue sea.

Listening to the sound of the waves, the cries of seagulls, the sea breeze, and the smell of sea water, I felt inexplicably moved.

By Please call me flat |

The coast of Qingdao is full of reefs, so it is very interesting to take pictures. The only regret is that the weather is a little cold these two days, so the sky is gray.

By Self-report |

The second bathing beach is just outside Badaguan. Compared with the first bathing beach, the scenery here is more magnificent.

By Laireril |

The seawater is very clear, but the water in early April is still very cold. The beach has fine sand, and the breakwater on the stone embankment is suitable for posing. Beyond the stone embankment is a large area of mudflats and reefs, which is very fun. There are also many beaches (but the sand and water quality are worse than the second bathing beach) and reefs on the way to the third bathing beach, and many people are taking wedding photos. You must not play too much on the reefs in the evening, otherwise it will be miserable when the tide rises. Don't ask me how I know

By Has the popsicle melted? |

The second beach is so beautiful no matter how you take photos. We looked at it for a long time, but the wind was too strong, so we didn't go to the beach. It is said that the sand here is the finest. I recommend coming here when the weather is warm~

By Martian User |

Badaguan is adjacent to the second bathing beach and is quieter than the first one.

The second bath is also the location of the classic scene in "Youth"

By Siege Lion |

Behind Badaguan, the sea breeze is warm and the scenery is beautiful.

By cyan turquoise cat |

The blue house looks very deserted, and it is almost impossible to imagine the grand scene in summer. In winter, it is closed, the sea breeze is strong, and there are only a few people on the beach. But I always feel that Eryu in winter has a different kind of hazy beauty.

By King Kitten |

Walk out of Huashilou and go down the stairs to the famous Second Bathing Beach. In January, the sea breeze was howling. Walking on the beach, I was still shivering despite the warm sunshine... If it were summer, I guess it would be crowded like dumplings being cooked haha...

By Never Lose or Forget |

We hope that even if there is no blue sky, we may be able to see the blue sea.

As we expected, the blue sea gave us a surprise

Standing quietly can also be beautiful


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