Better known as downtown, this district sparkles as Qingdao's glamourous city center. All of the major hotels including the Qingdao Dongfang Hotel, the Hai Tian Hotel, the Crowne Plaza, and the five star Shangri-La Hotel freckle this area. Just about every major urban attraction glows within its boundaries as well. The Zhanqiao Pier, Little Qingdao Isle, and the famous Badaguan Scenic Area are just a few of its tourist magnets. Plus all of Qingdao's major beaches, including Beach Number One, can be found here as well. This is the district you need to know if arriving as a tourist.