Xiao Qingdao is also known as "Qindao" because of its shape like a guqin. The white cone-shaped lighthouse standing at the highest point is a landmark building.
At night, the red lights on the tower and the lights on the pier float on the blue waves, forming the scene of "Qinyu Floating Lanterns", which is known as one of the top ten landscapes in Qingdao and is regarded as one of the symbols of Qingdao.
Now it is open to the public as a park. In addition to planting black pine as the main vegetation, the island also has ornamental plants that bloom in season.
There is a very small square in the relatively flat southern part of the island. In the middle of the square stands a sculpture of a "zither girl" holding a zither and facing the sea.
Attractions Location: No. 26, Qinyu Road, Shinan District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province
Tickets: free
Opening hours:
06:30-20:00 (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)
Contact Details: 0532-82863944
Transportation:
You can take Bus No. 202, 214, 228 Loop Line, 231, or 26 to Luxun Park Station and it is within walking distance.
Time reference: 1-3 hours
Xiao Qingdao is a small, charming island known for its peaceful beaches, historic lighthouse, and beautiful coastal scenery. This itinerary focuses on exploring Xiao Qingdao and its immediate surroundings for a relaxing seaside experience.
Transportation: Take a ferry from Qingdao Pier to Xiao Qingdao Island (ferries run frequently). Use taxis or bus #25 for short mainland trips.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Qingdao’s Old Town or along the coastline. Recommended to try Qingdao fresh seafood and local beer.
Souvenirs: Miniature lighthouse models, Qingdao beer memorabilia, seashell crafts.
This itinerary combines a visit to Xiao Qingdao with other iconic coastal attractions, blending natural beauty with cultural landmarks.
Transportation: Ferry to Xiao Qingdao, then buses (#304, #6) and taxis between attractions.
Accommodation/Food: Stay downtown near May Fourth Square or Badaguan area. Enjoy fresh seafood and Qingdao craft beer.
Souvenirs: Local artworks, maritime-themed gifts, Qingdao beer products.
Explore Xiao Qingdao along with Qingdao’s cultural, historical, and coastal highlights for a well-rounded experience.
Transportation: Use ferries, buses (#214, #3), and taxis for flexible travel.
Accommodation/Food: City center or coastal hotels. Try Qingdao seafood specialties like clams and sea cucumbers.
Souvenirs: Beer-related souvenirs, handcrafted religious icons, local crafts.
This itinerary allows you to savor the scenic coastline and explore Qingdao’s urban cultural sites with ample leisure time.
Transportation: Mix of ferry, buses, and taxis for convenience.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Qingdao Pier or Badaguan for easy access to sights. Sample street snacks and Qingdao beer.
Souvenirs: Local teas, beer, handcrafted souvenirs, postcards.
A comprehensive journey combining natural beauty, culture, history, and leisure around Xiao Qingdao and Qingdao city.
Transportation: Taxi or tour buses recommended for Laoshan day trip; local transit for city tours.
Accommodation/Food: City center or near Laoshan depending on day trip. Enjoy mountain vegetable dishes and local seafood.
Souvenirs: Taoist religious items, herbal teas, mountain crafts.
Extend your exploration with more cultural sites, beaches, and nature trips beyond Xiao Qingdao.
Transportation: Use taxis and buses (#304) for coastal access.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in city or coastal areas. Enjoy beachside cafes and seafood BBQ.
Souvenirs: Sailing memorabilia, beachwear, local seafood snacks.
Spend a full week absorbing Qingdao’s coastal charm, history, culture, and natural beauty with a relaxed pace.
Transportation: Local buses, taxis, and ferries as needed for flexibility.
Accommodation/Food: Central city hotels recommended. Explore diverse Qingdao cuisine, including German-influenced dishes.
Souvenirs: Local crafts, Qingdao beer and glassware, seashell jewelry, specialty snacks.
Xiao Qingdao has an area of only 0.024 square kilometers. Because of its shape like a guqin, it is also known as "Qindao". The island is more than 370 meters away from the east coast and is connected to the land by a long seawall. The island was originally part of the land. Under the erosion and carving of the waves for many years, it gradually separated from the land and became the shape it is today. The most eye-catching scenery of Xiao Qingdao is the cone-shaped lighthouse standing at the highest point, which is an important navigation mark for ships passing by the sea to enter and exit Jiaozhou Bay.
Xiao Qingdao is actually a very small island. There is nothing to see on the island except a white lighthouse and a sculpture of a "Qin girl". However, the purpose of going to the island is to see the seascape around the island. It is really beautiful to see the sea on a sunny day. The sky is blue, the sea is blue, and there are reefs as a backdrop. There are high-rise buildings in the bay in the distance, villas with red tiles and white walls in Badaguan, and ocean ships in the distance. It is like an observation deck when you turn around and change the scenery. You can also watch the sunset here. The scenery with golden afterglow makes the movie look very good.
The park is small and you can walk around it in a short time. It is not difficult to find a secluded place by the sea to watch the sea quietly. You can walk to the reef to enjoy the sea breeze and catch small crabs hidden under the rocks.
Xiao Qingdao is a small island. You have to pass a long embankment to get there. On the embankment you can see the Naval Museum and several warships. The Naval Museum should have been closed since last year. It is not clear when it will reopen. It is said that this is a museum worth visiting.
Xiao Qingdao, Qingdao, after Germany occupied Jiaozhou Bay, it named its occupied area Qingdao based on this island. The Germans called this isolated island in the sea "Akna Island" and sent troops to garrison it. After the Japanese occupied Qingdao, it was called "Kato Island" and the local residents called it "Xiao Qingdao". Xiao Qingdao has an area of only 0.024 square kilometers and an altitude of 17 meters. Because of its shape like a guqin, it is also called "Qin Island". The island is more than 370 meters away from the east coast and is connected to the land by a long seawall. This island was originally part of the land. Under the erosion and carving of the waves for many years, it gradually separated from the land and became the shape it is today.
It is a very beautiful niche attraction with few people and quietness. You can be in a daze, watch the sea and relax yourself. Walking along Qinyu Road from Luxun Park, the scenery is very beautiful.
The worst one in Qingdao Seaside Park, and it charges a "5 yuan ticket". I personally don't recommend it.
It's very beautiful and romantic. It's definitely a great choice to come with your partner! It's just a small Qingdao. I guess I will come again.
Because I was wearing high heels that day, I didn't go down to pick up shells. I could only take some photos from above🤣
Great, I love this place. Hehehe (♡˙︶˙♡)
The beach of Xiaoqingdao Park is all reefs but no beach. There are no travelers along the way. You can climb up the embankment beside the road and listen to the sound of waves hitting the shore.
After walking around Xiao Qingdao Park, I found that the embankment of Xiao Qingdao just echoed the pier in the distance.
This is a great spot for taking photos. You can capture various beautiful scenes in Xiao Qingdao before sunset.
In the sunset of Xiaoqingdao, you can see warships on the sea level in the distance.
This is a super photo spot that you must check in for Fengguang Wang.
We arrived at Xiaoqingdao Park in the evening.
I remember sitting on a bench by the sea in Xiaoqingdao Park, watching the sunset and the warships in the distance, feeling the lukewarm sea breeze, which was very healing. I also had a coin-operated telescope, and I could see the warships in the distance clearly.
We played until nightfall before returning. At this time, the night lights of Qingdao were all lit up and the entire coastline was particularly beautiful.
The park is not big, but the entrance fee is free and it is very friendly.
I went there at around 5pm in late August. The ticket seller said that tickets are free after 6pm🎫, but I couldn't wait. But the sunset🌇 was still beautiful. The island is very quiet (it's good to go before 6pm, because when I walked back at around 6pm, many residents around the island started to walk inside😂
The ticket for Little Qingdao is 10 yuan, and it is just an island park. Originally, Qingdao was not called Qingdao, but Jiaoao. When Germany or Japan occupied it, they named Qingdao as the name of the main island, and then the real Qingdao island became Little Qingdao. This island is opposite the pier and next to the Navy Museum. Ticket checking is extremely random.
Xiao Qingdao is a small island. You have to go around it to get in and watch the sunset.
The ticket is 10 yuan and the tour takes about 40 minutes. There are two lighthouses on Xiaoqingdao, one white one on the mountain and the other white and green one on the embankment that stretches far out to the sea. Pedestrians can walk around the path on the island in a full circle.
The scenery from Luxun Park to Xiao Qingdao is also amazing. There are not many people, and it is very pleasant to walk on the seaside boardwalk. Near Xiao Qingdao, there is a stone dam, which is not long and very good for taking photos. The only building on the island is a lighthouse.
The scenery is nice, not many people, the tickets are not expensive, and you can see the warships of the Naval Museum from a distance.
The ticket is 10 yuan. It is actually a big dam. It is very pleasant to sit on the shore and watch the sunset.
The scenery is beautiful. I personally think you can choose between Xiaoyu Mountain and Xinhao Mountain. The student ticket is 5 yuan/person. It takes 20 minutes to walk from the bathing beach to the entrance of the scenic spot halfway up the hill.
Walking out of the main entrance of the Naval Museum, you will find Xiao Qingdao. The two entrances are together. If every city has a central park, Nanjing has Xuanwu Lake and Hangzhou has West Lake, then Xiao Qingdao should be the iconic central park of Qingdao. There is a long embankment when entering the park, and the scenery around the island is very beautiful.
Xiao Qingdao is a piano-shaped island next to the Naval Museum. Walking along the coastal road, you can also see the warships on display in the museum. It can be said that you can experience two things in one attraction. However, you need to pay for the island (many small attractions in Qingdao city require tickets, ranging from 5 to 15 yuan, and you need to pay in cash. Friends who are planning to travel should remember to bring cash with them)
If you are not careful, you can even take a photo that feels like Prague, with a miniature Charles Bridge, hahahaha. You can also see the pier from afar when you reach the highest point of Xiao Qingdao, and it would be even better if you can climb the white lighthouse.
There is a long plank road leading directly to Xiaoqingdao Park from the side door of the Naval Museum. It costs 10 yuan per person. The park is very small and you can reach the end quickly after walking around it. You can see the museum's warships on the island.
You can basically visit all the scenic spots in Qingdao by walking along the coastline without worrying about getting lost.
Xiao Qingdao is on the sea opposite the pier, connected to the land by a breakwater. Qingdao got its name from this island. There are naval facilities built by Japan on the island, and the scenery around the island is very beautiful.
Based on my personal experience, I would like to remind all the girls who go to Xiao Qingdao to be careful and safe! ! Do not trust strangers! ! Do not pay attention to the lighthouse staff
I encountered sexual harassment in Xiaoqingdao. It happened at noon today. I am still scared when I think about it now.
What happened was this: I went to Xiao Qingdao with three elders from my family, a group of four women, at about 12 noon. It was lunchtime and not many tourists arrived. When we passed the lighthouse of Xiao Qingdao, a male staff member in his 50s or 60s with glasses was standing at the entrance of the lighthouse with his belly exposed. After I walked past him, I went to the shade in front and waited for the elders two meters away in the back. After that, two elders arrived, but one was late. I was afraid that there was danger and I chased him back. I met the elder on the way and said happily that the lighthouse was not open to the public. The staff was willing to let me go to the lighthouse to have a look. The staff said that she was old and it was not convenient for her to climb the stairs. It would be safer for young people to go and see. After hearing the news, the other two elders I also rushed over. I didn't think much about it at the time because the elders were all there and they were staff members. I thought we were going to the lighthouse by ourselves, so I went with another elder. The lighthouse is very small with a small spiral staircase that you can walk up, but you need to climb the ladder to get to the last two floors. That's when the problem came. The staff said that the bag should be placed on this floor so that it can be climbed up the escalator. After thinking about it, I agreed because there was nothing in the bag before. But when he suggested that I put my phone down, I refused. As a result, I encountered a perverted hand while climbing the ladder. He touched my butt and chest in the name of helping me (I was wearing a long skirt that was not revealing and buttoned to the neck and reached my ankles). But the ladder was too steep, so I could only climb up quickly. And I was too scared at the time, so I didn't say it directly because the top of the lighthouse was too small. I was afraid of danger if I resisted, so I didn't dare to tell my elders. When I went down, the staff went down ahead of me. I quickly tied my long skirt tightly. The staff wanted to pick me up at the bottom of the ladder again, but I refused and asked him not to stand under me. After getting off the ladder, I exchanged glances with my elders and hurried down to get out of the lighthouse. The more I thought about it, the more scared I became. If I didn't take my phone, would there be danger? I also complained to the staff of the scenic area, but the reply I got was that the staff was a staff member of the Maritime Administration and they couldn't do anything about it. So I immediately called the Maritime Administration to complain, and the reply I got was that the Maritime Administration was mainly in charge of the crew, and they couldn't do anything about it. I was advised to call the police, but because time was indeed limited, I had to give up. Looking back now, I still feel very scared and hate myself for not saying it immediately and resisting immediately. I kept comforting myself that if I resisted, there might be greater danger. This person was so brave that two people around him dared to do this. It should not be the first time. So I wrote this to remind all girls to be vigilant together. Even if there are several people together, don't trust strangers easily.
ps: The pictures were taken at the lighthouse entrance stairs and on the top floor of the lighthouse. I wanted to take a picture of him but I didn't dare to.
You have to take a ferry to get to Xiao Qingdao, but the ferry is not available during this period, so we just rested at the pier.
It’s not a big attraction, and although you have to walk some distance from the main road to get there, it’s worth it to walk around the island and feel the quiet and natural atmosphere.
It's a small island. You have to walk a long way to get there. You can't ride a bike there. There is a small lighthouse on the island. It's said on the Internet that it's the best place to watch the sunrise.
Xiao Qingdao and the Zhanqiao are across the sea from each other. Because its shape resembles a guqin, it is also known as Qindao. Take the bus to Luxun Park Station and walk about 800 meters west along Qindao Road. Many buses in Qingdao go to Luxun Park Station. The ticket is 10 yuan. You can see the weapons and warships in the Naval Museum up close, so you can avoid the ticket for the Naval Museum, of course, except for military enthusiasts. The whole park is not large and can be visited in less than an hour. It is also a good place to watch the sunset.
Before I came to Qingdao, I didn't know there was a Little Qingdao. Little Qingdao has an area of only 0.024 square kilometers and an altitude of 17 meters. Because of its shape like a guqin, it is also called "Qindao". The island is more than 370 meters away from the east coast and is connected to the land by a long seawall. There is a very conspicuous white lighthouse on Little Qingdao, which was built by the Germans in the early years. It takes about an hour to walk around. If you go late, you can also watch the sunset.
Xiao Qingdao was originally named "Qingdao". It was recorded in the "Jiaoao Chronicle" that "there are towering mountains and beautiful rocks, and lush forests", so it was named "Qingdao". Because the shape of the entire island is like an ancient zither, it is also called "Qindao".
Opposite the pier in the distance is a white tower, which is the landmark of Qingdao seaside.
Xiao Qingdao Park is a landmark building in Qingdao. It is located in Qingdao Bay at the mouth of Jiaozhou Bay and covers an area of 2.47 square kilometers. Because the trees on the island are evergreen, it is called Qingdao; the island is shaped like a piano, the water is like strings, and the wind blows the waves like the sound of a piano, so it is also called Qindao. The lighthouse on Xiao Qingdao was built by the Germans in 1900. The tower is 12 meters high and snow-white. It is still in normal use today. The arsenal is located on the north side of the island. The gate is now locked. According to Chen Li, a staff member of the Xiao Qingdao Management Office, the arsenal is not large and extends only two or three meters into the mountain. The cave is very humid. This track used to extend all the way to the ticket office outside the island for the military to transport munitions by car. Later, for some unknown reason, the railroad tracks outside the island were dismantled, leaving only this small section.
This place is very beautiful, not far from the First Beach Bathing Beach, but it’s best to go when there are fewer people! Trust me!
The second time I went to Qingdao, I stayed near Luxun Park. After dinner, I went to Little Qingdao to eat, take a walk, and enjoy the sea breeze. It couldn’t be more comfortable~~ I particularly like this place O(∩_∩)O Later, I watched a TV series called "Love So Far Away" and found that the male and female protagonists had filmed a scene here, haha
Xiao Qingdao is mainly for sea watching, but you don't need to come here if you have been to Badaguan and the Second Bathing Beach.
Small, quiet, light, and salty.
Because Xiaoqingdao is shaped like a harp and the waves here make a sound like a harp, it is called Qindao. The famous writer Zheng Zhenduo said that the beauty of the "Qindao Floating Lanterns" scene is: "The red lights on the sea surface are sometimes bright and sometimes dim, just like riding a boat on the sea."
It was drizzling when I came here. Opposite was the pier, and cruise ships were shuttling through the water.
Xiaoqingdao, across from the trestle bridge, is a landmark attraction in Qingdao. The shape of the island is like a zither, so it is also called Qindao.
A better place to see the sea than the pier, the scenery is great
It used to be a small island, but now there are roads connecting it and it’s a very exquisite park.
Little Qingdao is actually very small. You can see the sunset here, but the haze is too heavy and you can’t see the sun sinking to the sea level. It just disappears inexplicably.
I really recommend going there. The sea water is very clean. The island is not very big. The sea water is very clean. The ticket is 10 yuan.
Very comfortable. Come at five o'clock. Qingdao in July is too hot during the day. Walking at night. Blowing the sea breeze. Su Hu
To be honest, you still need a local friend to travel. My friend strongly recommended me to go to Xiao Qingdao Park. After entering, I found that self-driving cars can also enter. Although it is not big, I think Xiao Qingdao Park is more worth seeing than Zhongshan Park. It is very, very beautiful. There is a naval museum near Xiao Qingdao Park. There are all kinds of naval submarines, cannons, etc. Boys should like it more. The tickets are not expensive and can be purchased in groups. After strolling on the beach, we went to Taitung to eat. We bought some specialties at someone's specialty shop. It was very cheap. It was a conscientious merchant.
Little Qingdao is very beautiful and the ticket price is 10 yuan.
Bicycles are not allowed in Xiaoqingdao.
The scenery in Little Qingdao is endless.
A century-old lighthouse on Little Qingdao.
It's very beautiful and suitable for taking photos. There is a charge, so there are far fewer people than the pier.
The sea breeze here is very strong and cool. It is probably very comfortable to escape the heat in summer. You must bring a coat in other seasons. It is a good place to watch and listen to the sea. It is probably difficult to park during holidays. When you come to Qingdao, you don’t have to drive in the city. Various transportation is very convenient.
In the early 1940s, a "breakwater" of a certain scale was built on the east side to connect with the land. Later, some people regarded it as a zither, so it was also called Qin Island. In 1898, after Germany leased Jiaozhou, it built a lighthouse on the island. After liberation, the island has been used by the Chinese Navy's speedboat detachment, and the lighthouse has been renovated on a large scale. The tower is now 15.5 meters high, white in color and octagonal in shape, and is an important symbol for domestic and foreign ships entering and leaving Jiaozhou Bay.
Xiao Qingdao has an area of only 0.024 square kilometers and an altitude of 17 meters.
Because its shape resembles a guqin, it is also called "Qin Island".
The island was separated from the mainland by the erosion of the waves.
The island is more than 370 meters away from the east coast and is connected to the land by a long seawall.
There is a very small square in the south of the island.
In the middle of the square stands a sculpture of a girl holding a guqin and looking out at the sea.
Xiao Qingdao was really sunburned, with no shelter along the way. I was exhausted from walking, but it was still worth it to see the beautiful scenery.
The student ticket is 5 yuan, the scenery is very good. It was a sunny day when I went there, and the sea breeze was very comfortable. I thought the lighthouse was open, but later I found it was locked. I took two photos under it before leaving. The ticket is worth it and the scenery is good
The cafes here are just for show, don't hold your hopes too high
Little Qingdao is great. I played there for almost two hours and I don’t know what I did.
In Xiao Qingdao, I looked at the military port and the city in the distance, watched the sunset melt away bit by bit, and listened to the light music playing as the waves hit the shore and the island. I really enjoyed this feeling.
I went there in the evening. I wanted to go to the Naval Museum but it was closed, so I went to Little Qingdao. I got off at Luxun Park Station and walked along the coast for a while. The sunset was great, and I could take a family photo of the ship in the Naval Museum opposite.
I didn't go in because there was a fee. From a distance, it didn't seem like anything special. The only thing that might be special was a small white tower.
Look at Qingdao from another perspective, the scenery here is unique!
Suitable for young couples to go shopping together, see the warships and the sea
Xiao Qingdao, ticket price: 10 yuan per person. On the bridge leading to Xiao Qingdao
You can also see the whole picture of the warship. Xiao Qingdao is a small island, also known as Qindao because of its shape like a zither. The Germans first built a white lighthouse to guide maritime traffic. Later, it was used as a military base by the Japanese army. There are still small train tracks on the island for transporting munitions. You can see the whole picture of Qingdao city by going around the island. You can clearly see which is the old city and which is the new city. I think Xiao Qingdao is still suitable for couples or friends to take a walk and enjoy the scenery.
I always thought that Xiao Qingdao would charge an entrance fee, but we didn't buy any tickets all the way in. There was a plank road in the middle, and street lights illuminated both sides of the sea. Mr. Xiong held my hand as I walked the whole way and it felt like nothing could be better than this.
This small island is the origin of the name of the city Qingdao. It was already noon when the telescope could see clearly this time. There was no wind on the viewing corridor on the south side of Little Qingdao. Mo Chen dragged his father to climb the reef. While sitting on the beach to bask in the sun, he unexpectedly grabbed a red envelope without noticing... The most prominent landmark on Little Qingdao is the lighthouse. Unfortunately, we still cannot go up and walk around this mini island.
From the pier, you can see Xiao Qingdao in the distance. Xiao Qingdao is also called "Qindao" because of the sound of waves caressing the shore. I didn't go to Xiao Qingdao on this trip, but it was very interesting to look at it from afar on the pier, especially at night.
It is said that the name "Qingdao" comes from "Little Qingdao". During the war, this was a storage warehouse for torpedoes. Today, you can still see the warehouse built by digging a cave here. There is a small track in front of the warehouse for transporting torpedoes. The little boy likes it and drives the train~
I personally think it's a relatively remote attraction. Haha. Because there are not many people, it seems that they need to pay an entrance fee. I can't find the photo, but this should be a photo of the vicinity. I didn't climb up the tower.
The sea view of Xiao Qingdao is super beautiful! ! I saw couples walking next to me, but I was alone. However, I didn't care. I was still having fun! Next to Xiao Qingdao is the Naval Museum. I didn't have any interest in it, so I didn't go in. The sea view was super beautiful. I can't describe in words how good the weather was that day.
The student ticket of Xiaoqingdao is half price at 5 yuan. It takes a long way to reach the entrance of Xiaoqingdao, which is also a good place for taking photos and a good road for walking. Xiaoqingdao is not big, and you can walk around the sculpture of Qinnu very quickly.
The ticket to Xiaoqingdao Park is 10 yuan, and you can reach it by walking across a long embankment. This should have been a small island in the bay before, and an artificial embankment connected it to the mainland.
Xiaoqingdao Park is not big, but there is a small square facing the sea with leisure chairs. An elderly couple sat there and stared at the sea, chatting occasionally. This kind of small life should be pursued by many people! On the platform next to it, there is probably a group of tourists taking travel photos. Although the weather is not good, the photographer still looks very impressive.
Going further up, you can see the landmark of Xiao Qingdao, a white lighthouse built by the Germans, which is dazzlingly white among the green trees.