Summer Cool Escapes: Indoor Activities in Qingdao West Coast

🌊 Recommended Indoor Venues: Fun and Cool for Families • Qingdao Oriental Movie Metropolis Sunac Water World: Located in the West Coast New Area, this is the largest indoor constant-temperature water park in East China. With an indoor temperature of 28°C and water temperature around 30°C, it’s a perfect spot to beat the heat. Thrill-seekers can enjoy attractions like the "Super Bowl" and "Racing Slides," while families can relax on the "Lazy River" or explore the "Kids’ Water Castle." There’s also a unique spa experience available, with whirlpool massages and hot springs to unwind after a day of fun. • Qingdao West Coast Science Museum: Situated north of the Citizen Center in the West Coast New Area, this museum spans 12,600 square meters. It features four permanent exhibition halls—Growth Paradise, Exploration Discovery, Blue Planet, and Innovation Decode—along with four science corridors. Kids can learn through play in the Growth Paradise hall and explore the wonders of physics, marine life, and the universe in other sections. Accessible via buses West 10, 70, or 208 to the Citizen Culture Center stop. • Qingdao Film Museum: Located 50 meters west of the intersection of Dongyue East Road and Xinghaitan Road in the West Coast New Area, this museum covers over 2,700 square meters. It includes a museum exhibition area and a lifestyle zone called Shiguangli. Using 3D and holographic projection technologies, it vividly showcases the origins and development of world cinema. • Family-Friendly Inns with Indoor Play Areas: 🏠 TingShuo Designer Homestay (Sunac Mall Branch): A Parent-Child Haven • Location & Features: Situated in the Oriental Movie Metropolis Sunac Residences B Zone, just a 5-minute walk to Sunac Mall, which houses an indoor water park and play area. Rooms are equipped with slides and building block walls. • Recommended Room Types: Family Slide Room (1.8m + 1.2m combined bed, ideal for a family of three); Twin Playroom (great for families with two kids). • Hidden Perks: Free kids’ toiletries and mosquito repellent. The inn also has an indoor children’s play area with air conditioning set to a comfortable temperature all day. 🚗 Transportation Guide: Easy Access from Anywhere • By Car: Navigate to "TingShuo Homestay (Oriental Movie Metropolis Branch)" and park in the surface lot (underground parking is paid). • Public Transport: - Train: From Qingdao Station, take Metro Line 1 and transfer to the West Coast Express Line to Chaoyangshan Station. From Qingdao West Station, take Bus 806 directly to the inn. - Plane: From Jiaodong Airport, take the G2657 high-speed train to Qingdao West Station, then transfer to a bus for a more economical option. A taxi ride takes about an hour (airport pickup service is recommended). 🎬 Hidden Gems Around TingShuo • Free Beach: A 10-minute walk from the inn to "Starlight Island Beach," featuring fine sand and fewer crowds. Sand play equipment is available for rent at the inn. • Starlight Island Yacht: A 5-minute boat ride to the filming location of "Crazy Alien." Tickets are 30 RMB per person (family packages are more cost-effective). 🌟 Tips: • The inn offers paid airport/train station pickup services; contact the concierge a day in advance. • Bring swimwear and sunscreen (UV rays are strong by the sea). • Pack a light jacket for cool mornings and evenings during Qingdao’s summer.