📊
City Snapshot
🎬
Traveler Vlogs
🏛️
5A National
🔗
Official Links
🎫
Tickets Booking
⚠️
Local Scams
🌤️
Weather
🎫 Tickets Booking · Yantai
Last verified 18 Aug 2025
Plan around Penglai's cliff-top pavilion and Changdao ferries (weather-sensitive). Most bookings are via WeChat mini-programs or major OTAs.
1 Overview
•
Penglai Pavilion (蓬莱阁): Timed e-tickets via official WeChat accounts; on-site sales exist but queue in peak season. Pricing often varies by season/holiday.
•
Changdao Ferries (蓬长客运港 ⇄ 长岛港): Real-name ferry tickets; multiple daily sailings; cancellations possible in fog/wind. Book on OTAs or buy at port; check day-of schedule.
•
Changyu Wine Culture Museum (张裕酒文化博物馆): Fixed-time entry; reserve via official WeChat or site.
2 Pre-Booking Essentials
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| ID / Passport | Needed for ferry real-name tickets and museum entry. |
| Sales windows | Penglai typically opens online slots up to ~7 days ahead; ferries list same-day/near-term sailings with rolling dispatch in peak season. |
| Payments | WeChat/Alipay widely accepted; bring cash as ferry kiosks may limit QR during network hiccups. |
| Weather watch | Fog/wind can suspend Changdao boats on short notice—always check morning notices. |
3 Booking-Alerts | Yantai spots that still need reservations / strict timing
Changdao Ferry (Penglai Port ⇄ Changdao Port)
🟥
Capacity: Vessel-limited
Release: Same-day & rolling; peak season adds extra boats
Platform: Ctrip ferry board; buy at 蓬长客运港 with ID
Changyu Wine Culture Museum
🟧
Capacity: Timed entry halls
Release: Slots open in official WeChat/site
Platform: WeChat "张裕酒文化博物馆" or official site
Penglai Pavilion Tourist Area (incl. Sanxian Mountain)
🟥
Capacity: Peak season limited
Release: 7:00 AM daily; extra slots during holidays
Platform: Official WeChat "蓬莱阁景区" or Ctrip/Meituan
Nanshan Tourist Area
🟧
Capacity: Zone-based entry control
Release: Rolling availability; book 1-2 days ahead
Platform: Official site or major OTA platforms
*🟥 High = sells out ≤ 15 min 🟧 Med = gone < 24 h 🟩 Low = rarely sells out except Golden Week.
4 Booking Windows & Platforms
•
Changdao Ferry – weather-dependent; check morning notices for fog/wind cancellations.
•
Penglai Pavilion – combo ticket includes Sanxian Mountain; early morning for best sea views.
•
Nanshan Tourist Area – separate zones for religious sites and theme park; allow full day.
•
Changyu Museum – timed entry with wine tasting sessions; book specific time slots.
5 Payment Methods
6 Cancellations & Refunds
•
Penglai Pavilion: Check specific cancellation policy on booking platform; varies by season.
•
Changdao Ferry: Weather cancellations get full refunds; voluntary cancellations may have fees.
•
Changyu Museum: Typically allows cancellation up to 24 hours before visit.
•
Weather Policy: Ferry services suspended in fog/high winds with automatic refunds.
7 Pro Tips
1
Hit Penglai at 08:00 opening – sunset best from Lying-Wave Platform after pavilion climb. Ticket policies & prices fluctuate (holidays vs. weekdays)—double-check the official feed.
2
For Changdao, target mid-morning boats – to buffer weather holds; keep a backup Yantai-city plan. Ctrip's ferry page shows live sailings.
3
Museum tours include cellars – choose a tasting bundle if you're into wine; hours posted on the official site (last entry 16:30).