Weifang is a prefecture-level city in central Shandong province, China, about 9.4 million people strong across its urban districts and county-level cities, and is widely known as the Kite Capital of the World. It hosts the annual Weifang International Kite Festival each April, is the home of the Yangjiabu woodblock New Year prints, and includes the ancient city of Qingzhou with its Buddhist statuary, Yunmenshan mountain and museum. Shouguang, within its borders, is one of China's best-known vegetable-growing centres.
Top day trips
Handpicked excursions within easy reach.
Qingzhou
Ancient city with historic streets, Yunmenshan and Tuoshan hills, and a museum of Buddhist statuary.
Highlights: Qingzhou Ancient City · Yunmenshan (¥57, ~$8.50) · Tuoshan grottoes
Qingdao
Seaside city with beaches, the Tsingtao Brewery Museum and German-era streets.
Highlights: Zhanqiao Pier · Old Town · Tsingtao Brewery Museum
Jinan
Provincial capital known for springs, Daming Lake and Baotu Spring.
Highlights: Baotu Spring · Daming Lake · Quancheng Square
Zibo
Industrial city known for barbecue and ancient Qi state history.
Highlights: Zibo barbecue · Qi Culture Museum
Yantai
Coastal city with beaches and a seafront promenade.
Highlights: Yantai Mountain · Seafront promenade
Shouguang
Vegetable-growing city with wetlands and greenhouse farms.
Highlights: Mihe wetland · Vegetable greenhouse area
Multi-day tours from Weifang
If you have longer than a day, these are organised multi-day trips that start here.
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Day trip tips
Make the most of your excursions.
Start early — most popular day-trip destinations get crowded by mid-morning.
Check return transport times before you leave — missing the last train or bus can be costly.
Carry water, snacks, and layers — weather and food options can be limited at smaller destinations.