Rizhao Travel Guide: Three Days and Two Nights by the Seaside

Rizhao three days and two nights travel guide, enjoy the seaside city with 3000 RMB

Preparation

● Documents: Bring your ID card and a small amount of cash.

● Clothing: Prepare appropriate clothes according to the season. In summer, bring light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sun protection clothing; in spring and autumn, bring long-sleeve jackets; also prepare comfortable sports shoes.

● Others: Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, umbrella or raincoat.

Budget Planning

The budget for this trip is 3000 RMB, including transportation, accommodation, meals, and attraction expenses. Transportation can be by high-speed train or self-driving depending on the departure location, budget about 500-800 RMB (depending on distance); accommodation is chosen as economical seaside hotels or homestays, about 300 RMB per night, totaling around 600 RMB for two nights; the remaining budget is for meals and sightseeing.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Seaside Experience

● Morning: After arriving in Rizhao, check into the hotel and rest briefly. You can choose economical hotels such as Ruchu Hotel (Third Seawater Bathing Beach Branch) or Harman Seaview Hotel (Rizhao Wanpingkou Scenic Area Branch), which are affordable and well-located.

● Noon: Taste local delicacies at nearby restaurants, such as Kuanpozi’s seafood potstickers, with golden crispy skin and shrimp-filled fresh and fragrant filling.

● Afternoon: Head to Wanpingkou Scenic Area, the most popular seaside spot in Rizhao, featuring vast beaches and clear waters, with various trendy photo spots. Then visit Lighthouse Square, where the lighthouse is a landmark of Rizhao, surrounded by beautiful scenery perfect for photos. Next, go to the Sailing Race Base to see many yachts; for a small fee, you can experience going out to sea.

● Evening: Enjoy local snacks at the nearby night market and soak in the lively atmosphere.

Day 2: Ocean and Nature Tour

● Morning: Visit Rizhao Ocean Park, home to abundant marine life and exciting performances, allowing you to get close to the ocean world.

● Noon: Dine at Chocolate Fisherman’s House, recommended is the seafood crispy rice, with rice fried crispy at the bottom and topped with seafood; the rice absorbs the seafood juice, making it fragrant and fresh.

● Afternoon: Take a stroll along Sunshine Coast to admire the beautiful coastline. Then head to Taigong Island Oyster Park, a free tide-pooling spot where you can try your luck at catching seafood; remember to bring your own tools.

● Evening: Return to the hotel to rest and recharge for the next day.

Day 3: Forest and Technology Exploration

● Morning: Visit Seaside Forest Park, with dense forest, fresh air, and quality beaches, offering the dual beauty of forest and sea.

● Noon: Have lunch at a nearby restaurant in the park, tasting local specialty board noodles, with signature dishes of braised pork and Dongpo pork; the meat is tender, noodles chewy, and the soup is made from bones.

● Afternoon: Go to Peach Blossom Island for photos and relax at a seaside café while enjoying stunning sea views. Then visit Rizhao Science and Technology Museum to learn about science and experience the charm of technology.

● Evening: End your pleasant trip and return home.

Food Recommendations

● Kuanpozi’s seafood potstickers: crispy skin, fresh and fragrant filling.

● Chocolate Fisherman’s seafood crispy rice: rice soaked with seafood juice, full of aroma.

● Specialty board noodles: chewy noodles, flavorful meat, and rich soup.

Hope this guide helps you have a wonderful three days and two nights in Rizhao!