Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum

6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Embark on a signature Qingdao day tour covering all the city’s unmissable must-see landmarks, paired with a knowledgeable local English-speaking guide to uncover hidden scenic gems along the way. This curated itinerary takes you to Xiaoyushan Park, Badaguan Scenic Area (with a stroll past Yinbinguan and St. Michael's Cathedral) – wandering the city’s iconic European-style parks and tree-lined paths – and the symbolic Zhanqiao Bridge, before culminating in a highlight visit to the world-famous Tsingtao Beer Museum. Housed in the original 1903 German brewery buildings, this iconic museum showcases the century-old heritage of China’s first modern brewery, with immersive displays of vintage brewing equipment and a complimentary tasting of fresh draft beer straight from the brewery. Round-trip private vehicle transfer is included, departing from your Qingdao city hotel or the International Port for a seamless journey.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Unique Beijing Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Beer basting at Qingdao Beer Museum
Included: Private tour + Professional guide
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Included: Entrance fee

Not included

Not included: Accommodation
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Qingdao XiaoYushan Park

one hour Admission included

Your tour guide will pick you up from the the lobby of your Qingdao hotel, or Qingdao International Port, hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle, heading to Xiaoyushan Park.

The Xiaoyushun Park is built on the top of the hill. With its classical Chinese garden, the park is characterized with distinctive pavilions, corridors and abundant flowers and trees.

Follow your tour guide, stroll around the park, get to know the history and stories about Qingdao city. Walk to the hilltop to enjoy panoramic view of the city.
Stop 2

Passing by

Then, walking pass by Qingdao Yingbinguan, to enjoy the royal European style building which used to be the residence of the German Governor in Qingdao.
Badaguan Scenic Resort

30 min

Continue to Badaguan Scenic Area which features foreign villas and paths. Stroll around the area with your tour guide, enjoy the peace and unique architecture.
Stop 4

Passing by

Walking pass by St Michael's Chthedral.

Constructed in 1932, designed by German designer in the light of Gothic and Romanesque, the Catholic Church of Qingdao, with the autonym being St. Michael's Church, is the largest Gothic architecture in Qingdao, the only consecration church in China, and a masterpiece of Christian architecture art.
Zhanqiao Pier

30 min Admission included

Next, travel to Zhanqiao Pier which is the landmark of Qingdao. Walk with your tour guide to Huilan Pavilion at the bridge end
Qingdao Beer Museum

one hour Admission included

Your last stop is the Qingdao Beer Museum.

German Beer Company Qingdao Branch established in 1903, China’s first brewing factory that built with European technology was the predecessor of the Tsingtao Brewery Company. At present, the Qingdao Beer Museum owns 55 brewing factories and malt factories in 18 cities and provinces in China. The one-hundred-year old Tsingtao Beer has created its own history and culture. The museum was designed by an outstanding architect and designer utilizing both Chinese and western culture.

Follow your tour guide to visit the museum and sample various freshly brewed beers, you can purchase variety of souvenirs.

After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Qingdao, or Qingdao International Port

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Yicheng Hotel
Tianleyi Business Hotel
Xiling Hotel
960 Youth Hostel Qingdao Wusi Square
Xingfujia Apartment Hotel
Yishe Motel
Yuezhu Youth Hostel
Xiliandeng Hotel
Yike Business Hotel
Sky Wanda 39Carat Apartment Hotel
Yishangjia Hotel
Yushuiqing Business Hotel Qingdao Huiquan Road

and 662 more pickup points

Your driver will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel by holding your name sign

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

International Cruise Port

Tour Start from International Cruise Port, your tour guide will hold your name sign waiting at the exit of the arrival hall.

Pickup included
Tour Start from Qingdao Hotel

The pick up location is your hotel in Qingdao, your tour guide will hold your name sign waiting in the lobby

Pickup included