Weihai Attractions
Weihai is a beautiful coastal city known for its clean beaches, clear waters, fresh air and rich history. Here are the top attractions:
1. Liugong Island (刘公岛)
Rating: AAAAA-level scenic area
Highlights: Cradle of modern Chinese navy, main battlefield of the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895). 87% forest coverage, with museums, historical buildings and coastal scenery.
Ticket: 122 RMB (including round-trip ferry and all attractions)
Hours: 7:30-17:30 (last entry 15:30)
2. International Seawater Bathing Beach (国际海水浴场)
Highlights: One of northern China’s best beaches with fine sand and clear water. Great for swimming, sunbathing and sunset viewing.
Ticket: Free
Hours: All day
威海国际海水浴场
3. Chengshantou Scenic Area (成山头风景区)
Highlights: Easternmost point of China’s coastline; first place to see sunrise in China. Known as "China’s Cape of Good Hope".
Ticket: 150 RMB
Hours: 4:30-18:00
威海成山头风景区
4. Torch 8th Street (火炬八街)
Highlights: A trendy, photogenic street leading straight to the sea. Popular for photos with a mix of Japanese and Korean style.
Ticket: Free
Hours: All day
威海火炬八街
5. Happiness Gate (幸福门)
Highlights: Iconic coastal landmark representing good fortune. Great city and sea views from the observation deck.
Ticket: Free (plaza); fee for observation deck
Hours: All day (plaza)
威海幸福门
6. Maotou Mountain (猫头山)
Highlights: Cat-shaped mountain by the sea; top coastal viewpoint with cliffs and ocean vistas.
Ticket: Free
Hours: All day
威海猫头山
7. Naxianghai Scenic Area (那香海景区)
Highlights: Romantic coastal area with diamond beach, seaside windmills and a coastal train. Perfect for sunset views.
Ticket: Free (beach)
Hours: All day
威海那香海景区
8. Sea Donkey Island (海驴岛)
Highlights: Rocky island and sanctuary for seagulls. Great for bird watching and raw coastal scenery.
Ticket: Includes ferry
Hours: Daytime only
威海海驴岛
9. Weihai Park (威海公园)
Highlights: Seaside park with the famous "Weihai Window" photo spot. 3.2 km coastal path for walking or cycling.
Ticket: Free
Hours: All day