Dalian 2-Day Tour
Xinghai Square + Tiger Beach Ocean Park + Seafood Night Banquet
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Xinghai Square (Century Sculpture + Musical Fountain) + Xinghai Park Beach Walk + Shell Museum + Heishijiao Park Sunset + Guozi Breakfast
Xinghai Square
Xinghai Square is located in the heart of the southern coast of Shahekou District, Dalian City, Liaoning Province, China. It is the largest city square in the world by area, covering a total area of 110 hectares, all of which was reclaimed from the sea. Its name means 'Sea of Stars'. The square was completed and opened to the public for free on June 30, 1997, to commemorate the return of Hong Kong.
Xinghai Park
Xinghai Park is located on the southern coast of Dalian and is a famous local seaside park. The park was originally built in 1909 by the South Manchuria Railway Company, named "Hoshigaura" (meaning "Star Beach"), and was a comprehensive resort integrating a bathing beach, a golf course, and the Hoshigaura Yamato Hotel. It was once selected as one of the Eight Great Scenic Spots of Lushun and Dalian. In 1945, the park was renamed Xinghai Park. The park covers an area of 150,000 square meters and boasts an 800-meter-long beach, making it one of Dalian's four major beaches. Inside the park, there is a 55-meter-high bungee jumping facility introduced from New Zealand. The Xinghai Bay Bridge can be seen from the seaside. Additionally, there is a coastal walkway leading to Xinghai Square. To the east of the park is Sun Asia Ocean World. The park is free to enter, and its opening hours are from 7:30 to 17:30 (extended during summer).
Dalian Shell Museum
The Dalian Shell Museum is located at No. 2, Zone D, Xinghai Square, Dalian. It is a museum dedicated to shells. It collects rare shells from all over the world, showcasing their types, forms, distribution, and relationship with human culture. The museum has a rating of 4.6.
Heishijiao Park
Heishijiao Park is located in Shahekou District, Dalian City, adjacent to Dalian Ocean University. It is a coastal park that combines natural scenery with leisure and entertainment. The park is famous for its unique black reef landform, where visitors can enjoy sea views, stroll along the beach, and experience the charm of nature. It is an ideal place for citizens and tourists to get close to the ocean and relax.
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Laohutan Ocean Park (Coral Pavilion + Polar Region) + Fisherman’s Wharf European Street + Donggang Musical Fountain Night Show + Grilled Squid + Steamed Scallops Dinner
Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park
Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park is located on Dalian's southern coast, a national scenic area, and is China's largest modern seaside amusement park. The park features Asia's largest Coral Aquarium, Polar Museum, Marine Mammal Museum, Happy Theater, and more, making it a comprehensive marine theme park integrating marine animal exhibits, marine science education, tourism, and leisure entertainment.
Fisherman's Wharf
Dalian Fisherman's Wharf is located on Binhai East Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian City, adjacent to Laohutan Ocean Park. This area was once part of Dalian Laohutan Fishing Port. After renovation, it has now become a distinctive commercial street and scenic area integrating leisure, entertainment, dining, and shopping. The entire area is designed with European charm, and the colorful buildings, docked fishing boats, and sea breeze create a romantic atmosphere, making it a popular photo spot and leisure destination in Dalian.
Donggang Music Fountain Plaza
Donggang Music Fountain Plaza is located at No. 9 Wuwu Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian, adjacent to Dalian International Conference Center. It is an urban plaza integrating leisure, entertainment, and sightseeing. The most famous attraction here is the large-scale music fountain performance, which combines lights and music to bring a stunning audio-visual feast to visitors. The plaza is surrounded by beautiful scenery, making it a great place for citizens and tourists to stroll and relax.
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