Weifang Tourism

Weifang, Shandong — known as the "World Kite Capital", is a famous historical and cultural city with attractions such as Qingzhou Ancient City, Yishan Mountain, and Shihu Garden, a tourist city integrating mountain and water scenery, folk culture, and historical sites.

2000+
Years of City History
30+
A-grade Scenic Areas
16143
Square Kilometers Area
9.4M+
Permanent Population

Weifang City District & County Tourism

Kuiwen District

Central city area of Weifang, commercial and cultural core

Shihu GardenKite MuseumWeifang World Kite Capital Memorial Square
Weicheng District

Old city area of Weifang, historical and cultural preservation zone

Weifang MuseumChenghuang TempleHujia Paifang Street
Hanting District

Birthplace of Weifang kites, folk culture area

Yangjiabu Folk Art Grand View GardenYuwang TerraceLiuyi Mountain
Fangzi District

Eastern district of Weifang, industrial tourism area

Fangzi TownJiulongjian Forest ParkGerman-Japanese Architecture Complex
Qingzhou City

National historical and cultural city, mountain and water tourism area

Qingzhou Ancient CityYunmen MountainTuoshan MountainYangtian Mountain
Zhucheng City

Southeastern city of Weifang, dinosaur culture area

Zhucheng Dinosaur MuseumChaoran TerraceChangshan Cultural Museum
Shouguang City

Northwestern city of Weifang, hometown of vegetables

Shouguang International Vegetable Sci-Tech ExpoLinhai Eco-Botanical GardenJudian Lake
Anqiu City

Southern city of Weifang, mountain and water leisure area

Qingyun Mountain Folk Amusement ParkQilu Wine LandHuiqu Hundred Springs
Gaomi City

Eastern city of Weifang, hometown of Mo Yan

Mo Yan Former ResidenceRed Sorghum Film BaseGaomi Northeast Township
Changyi City

Northern city of Weifang, coastal tourism area

Weishui Scenery Wetland ParkGreen Expo ParkXiaying Coastal Resort
Linqu County

Southwestern county of Weifang, ecotourism area

Yishan Scenic AreaLaolongwanShimenfang
Changle County

Western county of Weifang, gem culture area

China Gem CityVolcanic Crater GeoparkWest Lake Park

Weifang Three-Day Two-Night Kite Capital Culture Tour

Wander the ancient city to find millennia of culture, climb Yishan to embrace Qilu scenery, admire kites and experience folk customs, taste Weifang specialty foods

Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Main Destinations
Qingzhou Ancient City, Yishan, Shihu Garden, Yangjiabu, Kite Museum
Suitable For
Folk culture enthusiasts, historical humanities researchers, nature scenery lovers, food explorers, families with children
Budget per person
¥800 - ¥2000
01
Kite Capital City Center
Shihu Garden & Kite Culture Tour
Highlights

Morning: visit Shihu Garden to admire the exquisite northern gardens. Afternoon: explore the Kite Museum to learn about kite history. Evening: stroll through Weifang's old neighborhoods to experience local life.

Attractions
Shihu Garden
National 4A scenic area, a rare classical garden cluster in northern China, first built in the Ming dynasty. Named for its small size (only one shihu, an ancient unit of measurement), the garden features exquisite pavilions, terraces, towers, rockeries and ponds, known as the "Pearl of Eastern Shandong".
Weifang World Kite Museum
China's first large-scale professional kite museum, collecting and displaying kite treasures from ancient and modern times, both domestic and international. Systematically introduces the history, culture, and craftsmanship of kites, offering interactive kite-making experiences.
Hujia Paifang Street
Weifang historical and cultural district, centered around Shihu Garden, preserving a large number of shops and residences in Ming and Qing architectural styles. Along the street, there are many Weifang specialty snack and handicraft shops, a great place to experience the old city atmosphere.
Practical Info
Accommodation Recommendations
  • Hotels in Kuiwen District commercial center
  • Homestays near Shihu Garden
  • Budget hotels near Kite Square
Food Recommendations
  • Weifang Meat Huoshao
  • Hele Noodles
  • Chaotian Pot
  • Chicken Duck Hele
  • Weixian Radish
Travel Tips
  • Hiring a guide at Shihu Garden is recommended (50 yuan)
  • Kite-making experience available at Kite Museum (reservation required)
  • Hujia Paifang Street has beautiful evening lights
02
Qingzhou Ancient Charm
Ancient City & Yunmen Mountain Historical Culture Tour
Highlights

Morning: stroll through Qingzhou Ancient City to experience millennia of culture. Afternoon: climb Yunmen Mountain to view the cliffside stone carvings. Evening: taste Qingzhou specialty foods.

Attractions
Qingzhou Ancient City
National 5A scenic area, one of the Nine Ancient Provinces, with over 2000 years of city history. Preserves a large number of Ming and Qing ancient buildings and streets, including Fucai Gate, Ouyuan Garden, Zhaode Ancient Street and other attractions, an important window to experience Qilu culture.
Yunmen Mountain
National 4A scenic area, the iconic peak of Qingzhou, famous for the giant "Longevity" stone inscription at the summit. Known as "Buddhism in the South, Taoism in the North", the mountain features Yunmen Temple, Wanchun Cave and other attractions. Climbing to the top offers a panoramic view of Qingzhou.
Ouyuan Garden
National 3A scenic area, a famous classical garden in Qingzhou, first built in the Qing dynasty. Features rockeries, ponds, pavilions and other landscapes, housing a large collection of cultural relics and historic sites, an important part of Qingzhou Ancient City.
Practical Info
Transportation Guide
  • Weifang city center to Qingzhou Ancient City is about 1 hour drive
  • Qingzhou Ancient City to Yunmen Mountain is about 10 minutes drive
  • Convenient public buses in Qingzhou city, take routes 23, 11 etc.
Ticket Info
  • Qingzhou Ancient City: free (some attractions charge)
  • Yunmen Mountain: 60 yuan
  • Ouyuan Garden: 20 yuan
Travel Tips
  • Allow 3-4 hours to explore Qingzhou Ancient City
  • Queuing may be needed for photos at the "Longevity" stone inscription on Yunmen Mountain
  • Try Qingzhou Longsheng pastries
03
Mountain & Folk Customs
Yishan & Yangjiabu Eco-Folk Tour
Highlights

Morning: climb Yishan to experience the grandeur of the foremost mountain of Qilu. Afternoon: visit Yangjiabu to experience kite and new year painting making. Before departure, purchase Weifang specialty products.

Attractions
Yishan Scenic Area
National 5A scenic area, historically known as "Haidai" or "East Taishan", ranked first among the Five Great Mountains of China. The scenic area features natural landscapes such as Yuhuangding, Waitougui, Baizhangya Waterfall, as well as cultural relics like Fayun Temple and Dongzhen Temple.
Yangjiabu Folk Art Grand View Garden
National 4A scenic area, the birthplace of Weifang kites and woodblock new year paintings. The garden features a kite museum, new year painting workshop, ancient residences, etc., where visitors can experience traditional crafts like kite making and new year painting printing.
Practical Info
Schedule
  • Yishan tour: about 4 hours
  • Yishan to Yangjiabu: about 2 hours drive
  • Yangjiabu tour: about 2 hours
  • Depart before 4pm for return trip
Food Map
  • Linqu whole lamb
  • Shouguang vegetable feast
  • Zhucheng barbecue
  • Anqiu honey peach
  • Changle watermelon
Souvenir Recommendations
  • Weifang kite
  • Yangjiabu new year painting
  • Weixian radish
  • Qingzhou silver melon
  • Changle sapphire jewelry

Must-Try Foods in Weifang

Weifang Meat Huoshao

Weifang traditional snack, made with flour and pork as main ingredients, baked over charcoal fire. Crispy outer skin, tender filling, savory and delicious, a beloved breakfast food for Weifang people.

Chaotian Pot

Weifang specialty famous food, originating in the Qing dynasty. Pork and offal are boiled in a large pot, wrapped in thin pancakes with sweet bean sauce and scallion shreds, offering a unique flavor, a distinctive variety of Lu cuisine.

Chicken Duck Hele

Weifang traditional noodle dish. Chicken and duck are simmered into soup, served with specially made hele noodles, topped with shredded chicken, duck meat, egg skin and other ingredients. Delicious soup, chewy noodles, a favorite flavored snack of Weifang people.

Weixian Radish

Weifang famous specialty, with the saying "Yantai apples, Laiyang pears, not as good as Weixian radish skin". Jade-green flesh, sweet, crisp and juicy, can be eaten raw or cooked, a characteristic agricultural product of Weifang.

Linqu Whole Lamb

Weifang Linqu traditional famous dish, using local goats prepared with various cooking methods to create a whole lamb feast. Tender meat, rich flavor, a fine dish for entertaining guests.

Weifang Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
  • April-May: Spring blossoms, ideal for mountain climbing and spring outings; you can attend the Weifang International Kite Festival (third week of April)
  • July-August: Summer resort, Yishan Mountain and Yangtianshan Mountain have a cool climate
  • September-October: Clear autumn weather, suitable for visiting ancient cities and tasting autumn fruits and vegetables
  • December-February: Experience folk customs in winter and buy New Year goods such as New Year paintings and kites
Must-Experience Activities
  • Make Weifang kites by yourself
  • Taste Longsheng Pastries in Qingzhou Ancient City
  • View the "Longevity" character stone carving on Yunmen Mountain
  • Watch the sunrise and sea of clouds at Yishan Mountain
  • Experience woodblock New Year painting printing in Yangjiabu
  • Visit Shouguang Vegetable Expo (April-May)
Budget Reference
  • Admission Tickets: Approximately 180-300 CNY
  • Accommodation: 220-450 CNY per night
  • Catering: 100-180 CNY per day
  • Transportation: 150-350 CNY (including round trips to districts/counties)
  • Total: 800-2000 CNY
Frequently Asked Questions
  • When is the Weifang International Kite Festival held? → Every third week of April
  • What is the altitude of Yishan Mountain? → The main peak Yuhuangding is 1032 meters above sea level
  • How long to spend in Qingzhou Ancient City? → Recommended half a day to a full day
  • How much is the kite-making experience in Yangjiabu? → Approximately 30-50 CNY per person
  • How much is the ticket for Shouguang Vegetable Expo? → 50 CNY per person