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Changdao National Forest Park and Changdao National Nature Reserve are on the islands, which are on a cross-Bohai Sea flyway. The islands are often referred to as the Temple Islands (Miaodao Qundao) because of the large number of temples that were built there. Xianying Palace is a temple that was built during the Northern Song Dynasty, starting in 1122. It was built as a Taoist temple to the sea goddess Matsu, but became Buddhist later. The local government has restored the temple to its Ming Dynasty appearance, although many additions had been made during the Qing. The Changdao Islands are now open to non-Chinese nationals.Access to Changdao is by ferry from Penglai. The ferry crossing takes about 40 minutes. Visitors should check weather conditions before travelling, as services may be suspended in strong winds.
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南山公园
The park includes a small zoo, a flower garden, and a forested area with walking trails. It is a popular spot for local families on weekends.Covering an area of over 2,000 acres, it features a temperate monsoon climate and consists of five major sections: the park area, the flower area, the zoo, the forest area, and the children's playground
烟台山公园
Yantai Hill is one of the highest hills in the city. The lighthouse on the hill is open to visitors and you can climb up to the 11th floor to get a view of the city. Surrounding the hill are several historical buildings including the former consulates of the UK, the US, Japan and Denmark, which date from the 19th century.Allow about 2 hours to visit the park and the surrounding historic buildings.
烟台市博物馆
The museum focuses on the history of the Jiaodong region, including the Neolithic period, the Qi state, and the treaty port era. Information panels are in Chinese and English.Allow about 1.5 hours for a visit. The museum is located near the Culture Center bus stop.
张裕酒文化博物馆
Traces the history of the winery from 18th century up to 21st century. Changyu was founded in 1892 as the first Western-style winery in China by Zhang Bishi (also known as Cheong Fatt Tze, known for his eponymous mansion in George Town, Malaysia). It has developed into a brand including brandy, red wine, vermouth and riesling white wine. A display area showcases the development through pictures and videos. An underground cellar covers an area of over 2,600 m², and contains eight interlocked arches. It was the first underground wine cellar in Asia when it was completed in 1903. There are over 600 barrels in the cellar. Three King-Barrels, each with the capacity of housing 15 tones of wine, are the largest wine barrels in Asia, which have a history of over 100 years. There is a bar inside the cellar, where travelers can taste a variety of wine. While opening to tourists, the cellar is still in use for wine storage.The museum tour takes about 1.5 hours. Wine tasting is available at the bar inside the cellar.
北极星钟表文化博物馆
Polaris Watch is a Chinese watch brand, affiliated with Yantai Polaris Watch (Group) Co., Ltd. Its predecessor, Yantai Baoshi Clock Factory, was founded by Li Dongshan in 1915, marking the beginning of China's modern mechanical clock manufacturing industry. The company primarily produces mechanical clocks, quartz clocks, time synchronization systems, and other products, covering both civilian and precision timing fields
塔山公园
The park is known for its ancient pagoda and a small Taoist temple on the main peak. It also has a cable car offering views of the city and the coast.Tashan, named after an ancient pagoda built on its main peak in the early years, embraces Daishan to the east and Nanshan to the west, like a natural green barrier that shields the bustling urban area within its embrace. With its beautiful natural scenery, rich religious and folk cultural heritage, and convenient transportation, Tashan is a comprehensive urban central scenic spot integrating sightseeing, modern entertainment, and religious activities. It is a national Grade 4 tourist attraction