Downtown Bar

The area around the old Tsingtao brewery (now converted into a museum) has developed into a lively nightlife area, lined with dozens of Sino-European style bars, restaurants and cafes. The best time to visit is during the Qingdao International Beer Festival when promotions abound and many events are organised.

Karaoke has become a very important part of Asian nightlife culture. There are plenty to choose from in the city, but Holiday KTV is one of the best, with branches all over the country.

Right in the middle of Qingdao's party area, Charlie's bar is an American-style sports bar that screens all the important sporting events. Young singles come here to meet people, mingle and start off the night.

Downtown Bar proudly proclaims itself to be the home of live music in Qingdao, It is a non-lucrative platform for indie underground music band to promote themselves.

The Taidong Night Market is always crowded and is one of those places that primarily draw in locals in the know. You can find all kinds of street food along the market, as well as souvenirs. Beware of pickpockets.

Located on the Xianggang Zhong Lu, City Moves Club is the absolute hottest night club in the city. The DJs and equipment are both equally professional. Reservation only, and sometimes these are required several days in advance. Minimum consumption is 1000 RMB.

This is a gin-focused bar that has a wall of different gins from all around the world. The bar is compact, with a cosy ambience.

This newly opened bar has already won popularity among young college students and Qingdao's expatriate community. The prices are relatively low and the place rings loud with pop music. It is also one of the few bars that are open until morning.