Title: Things to Do in Jinan in 2026 | Expedia.com [Jinan Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Jinan.dx3491)[Hotels in Jinan](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Hotels.d3491.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Jinan](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Jinan.d3491.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Jinan](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Jinan.d3491.Car-Rental-Guide)[Jinan Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Jinan.d3491.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Jinan ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Jinan Types of activities Where to stay [Jinan Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Jinan.dx3491) ![empty asphalt road with city skyline in ji nan china, Shutterstock ID 1201076326, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/b3094d05-2c43-4d40-b57a-559327bbeda0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![empty asphalt road with city skyline in ji nan china, Shutterstock ID 1201076326, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/b3094d05-2c43-4d40-b57a-559327bbeda0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hong Ye Gu, or Red leaf valley in Autumn, located near Jinan, is one of the 10 new famous tourist attractions of Shandong province, China; Shutterstock ID 459110944](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/88e88e95-4bf3-47f8-a628-9631fcff7d86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The lotus fields in bloom at the annual lotus festival #Nature](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/db7ad4f4-846a-48ac-96f1-4b5328d5ed14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/8a045afa-7b4f-4de2-be87-d9a59fc39598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Jinan Attractions Do you appreciate shopping or delicious food? Or perhaps you just prefer to get to know a new place like a local. When staying in Jinan, it doesn't really matter what your interests are — this buzzing city has all the attractions and experiences you could ever want. Explore the sights of Jinan with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or check out our list of {2 fun activities in Jinan [fun activities in Jinan](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Jinan | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Jinan 1-Day Tour: Private Car to Baotu Spring & Daming Lake](/things-to-do/jinan-1-day-tour-private-car-to-baotu-spring-daming-lake.a51058192.activity-details): $58 | | Top 5 things to do | [Jinan 1-Day Tour: Private Car to Baotu Spring & Daming Lake](/things-to-do/jinan-1-day-tour-private-car-to-baotu-spring-daming-lake.a51058192.activity-details)[3-Day Highlights of Shandong by bullet train from Beijing](/things-to-do/3-day-highlights-of-shandong-by-bullet-train-from-beijing.a50207585.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Jinan 1-Day Tour: Private Car to Baotu Spring & Daming Lake](/things-to-do/jinan-1-day-tour-private-car-to-baotu-spring-daming-lake.a51058192.activity-details)[3-Day Highlights of Shandong by bullet train from Beijing](/things-to-do/3-day-highlights-of-shandong-by-bullet-train-from-beijing.a50207585.activity-details) | ## What to do in Jinan - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Jinan Traveling to Jinan on a budget? The following can be experienced for nada. **Huayang Palace** \- If you're fascinated by bygone eras, this is one stop you won't want to miss. **Ji'nan Huancheng Park** \- Cultivate your green thumb and appreciate the wide range of plants on show. ### Things to Do in Jinan with Kids You'll find loads of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Jinan. Keep the crew happy with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=3491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Jinan? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Jinan ![Sunrise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/8a045afa-7b4f-4de2-be87-d9a59fc39598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Daming Lake 5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Daming Lake during your travels in Jinan. Discover the area's museums and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Daming-Lake-Lixia-District.d6100634.Vacation-Attraction) #### Furong Ancient Street 5/5(1 review) Enjoy an outing to Furong Ancient Street during your stay in Jinan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Furong-Ancient-Street-Lixia-District.d553248621532765257.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shandong University Explore the campus of Shandong University, during your trip to Jinan. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Shandong-University-Licheng-District.d6100624.Vacation-Attraction) #### Baotu Spring After visiting Baotu Spring, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jinan. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Baotu-Spring-Shizhong.d6100638.Vacation-Attraction) #### Quancheng Square Learn about the local history of Jinan with a stop at Quancheng Square. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Quancheng-Square-Lixia-District.d6100636.Vacation-Attraction) #### Daming Hu 5/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Daming Hu, a lovely green space in Jinan. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Daming-Hu-Lixia-District.d6100642.Vacation-Attraction) #### Black Tiger Spring 5/5(1 review) Explore the great outdoors at Black Tiger Spring, a lovely green space in Jinan. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples. [](https://expedia.com/Black-Tiger-Spring-Lixia-District.d6100644.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thousand Buddha Mountain 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Thousand-Buddha-Mountain-Lixia-District.d6100632.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Shandong-Provincial-Museum-Lixia-District.d6100630.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Jinan ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shizhong 4/5(1 area review) Mountain views and lake views are just a few things travelers like about Shizhong. A stop by Shandong Stadium is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Shizhong.dx553248633981708118) ![Fantastic water park in Jinan, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/b6853c2c-6b99-425a-b84d-f25136bb2b07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lixia District 4.5/5(14 area reviews) Lixia District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Thousand Buddha Mountain and Black Tiger Spring. [](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Lixia-District.dx553248633981708112) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Licheng District You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Licheng District. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinan Wohushan Skifiled or Mount Tai. [](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Licheng-District.dx553248633981708094) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Changqing You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Changqing. You might want to make time for a stop at Lingyan Temple Scenic Resort or Changqing Wolong Valley. [](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Changqing.dx3000005652) ![Damming lake, Jinan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3491/b43f79d4-f4fe-48e3-ae31-9f051f785cb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Jinan-Huaiyin.dx553248633981708282) ![This is temple, that a lot of student come to pray for good luck in their studies, whether it be good grades in a test or getting into college. It's more like in a pagoda structure. The view from above is breathtaking, the locals had built a man-made lake on the side. There's was even a really nice hotel building next to it, and a lot of Western looking villas around the area. #blue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976003621/4daf73b3-5252-40df-abe8-80ab6c740763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Laicheng District While visiting Laicheng District, you might make a stop by sights like Long Mountain and Laiwu Gymnasium. [](https://expedia.com/Laiwu-Laicheng-District.dx553248635976003621) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Jinan.dx3491.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Jinan ![Friends Apt 8,2014](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049078/f1063c0a-6775-41b4-9031-9db2df1e197d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tai'an ![Aerial photography of modern urban architectural landscape in Zibo, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050130/d1764bbe-ebb2-4ee9-a920-ab3032615a7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Zibo ![The sign of Alishan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6134483/469b7edd-da2e-4d93-9d09-9da6188205ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dezhou ![That magical moment when it's just you and the #temple. #China has so many amazing sites and this one was just gorgeous. #wanderlust ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976002484/975ccb3d-b678-4a7b-b2ea-51c72f346dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Binzhou ![The Ancient Church of Hongjialou in Jinan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000745709/2304f93d-1d0c-4b2c-b886-ecebb7a3966f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hongjialou ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Jinan worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Jinan? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Jinan? ### Is three days enough to stay in Jinan? ### What are some activities to do in Jinan with kids? > - [Jinan 1-Day Tour: Private Car to Baotu Spring & Daming Lake](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/jinan-1-day-tour-private-car-to-baotu-spring-daming-lake.a51058192.activity-details) > - [3-Day Highlights of Shandong by bullet train from Beijing](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-day-highlights-of-shandong-by-bullet-train-from-beijing.a50207585.activity-details) ### What to do in Jinan for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Jinan? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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