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Furong Ancient Street

Enjoy an outing to Furong Ancient Street during your stay in Jinan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Shandong University

Explore the campus of Shandong University during your trip to Jinan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Daming Hu

Explore the great outdoors at Daming Hu, a lovely green space in Jinan. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

Baotu Spring

Explore the great outdoors at Baotu Spring, a lovely green space in Jinan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Thousand Buddha Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thousand Buddha Mountain during your travels in Jinan. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

Daming Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Daming Lake during your travels in Jinan. Discover the area's museums and temples.

Quancheng Square

Learn about the local history of Jinan when you spend time at Quancheng Square. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

Shandong Provincial Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Shandong Provincial Museum during your trip to Jinan. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Long Mountain

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Mountain during your travels in Jinan. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Areas of Jinan

Lixia District

5/5(1 area review)

Lixia District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Thousand Buddha Mountain and Black Tiger Spring.

Shizhong

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and lake views in Shizhong. You might want to make time for a stop at Baotu Spring or Shandong Stadium.

Huaiyin District

Huaiyin District is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yellow River and Jinan Fangte Oriental Heritage Theme Park.

Licheng District

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Licheng District. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinan Rongchuang Amusement Park or Mount Tai.

Changqing

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Changqing. You might want to make time for a stop at Changqing Wolong Valley or Mount Tai.

Tianqiao District

Visitors to Tianqiao District like its museums and parks, and Yellow River is a sight worth a stop.

Tai'an

Frequently asked questions

Is Jinan worth visiting?

From shopping to history and outdoor adventures, there are plenty of fun things to do in Jinan. Be sure to enjoy the area's mix of cool sights, culture and local charm.

How do I spend a day in Jinan?

Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall and Huayang Palace are two excellent places to start your holiday adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Jinan while you're there too.

What is the top tourist attraction in Jinan?

Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall is one of the top tourist attractions in Jinan and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Jinan?

Three days in Jinan is plenty of time to enjoy the city's main highlights. Many guests book for four days on average. Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall, Li Kuchan Memorial Hall and Huayang Palace are among the top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Changqing.

What are some activities to do in Jinan with kids?

Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with cool activities makes a big difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Jinan with kids.

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What to do in Jinan for adults?

There's no shortage of things to do in Jinan, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Furong Ancient Street.

Are there free things to do in Jinan?

One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Jinan is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without opening your wallet. Li Qingzhao Memorial Hall is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.

Daming Hu

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