{"id":30771,"date":"2025-09-16T10:05:35","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T10:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/?p=30771"},"modified":"2026-05-05T02:16:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T02:16:55","slug":"%eb%8c%80%eb%a0%a8-%ec%97%ac%ed%96%89-%ea%b0%80%ec%9d%b4%eb%93%9c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/dalian-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"\ub2e4\ub844 \uc5ec\ud589 \uac00\uc774\ub4dc"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30771\" class=\"elementor elementor-30771\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-acf5d64 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"acf5d64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ef69985 e-con-full e-flex e-con 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href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-travel-guide\/\">Travel Guide<\/a>\n        <span>-<\/span>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/liaoning-travel-guide\/\">Liaoning Travel Guide<\/a>\n        <span>-<\/span>\n        <a id=\"current-page\"><\/a >\n    <\/div>\n\n<script>\n  document.getElementById('current-page').textContent = document.title;\n<\/script>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0bfb5a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-excerpt\" data-id=\"0bfb5a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-excerpt.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\tDiscover the best of Dalian with our full travel guide\u2014explore beaches, seafood, history, transport tips, and top attractions for all travelers.\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c100bee 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aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42203\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-42203\" title=\"Dalian travel infographic with top attractions seafood transport hotels itinerary budget and nearby cities\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dalian-travel-infographic-with-top-attractions-seafood-transport-hotels-itinerary-budget-and-nearby-cities.webp\" alt=\"Dalian travel infographic with top attractions seafood transport hotels itinerary budget and nearby cities\" width=\"500\" height=\"1054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dalian-travel-infographic-with-top-attractions-seafood-transport-hotels-itinerary-budget-and-nearby-cities.webp 864w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dalian-travel-infographic-with-top-attractions-seafood-transport-hotels-itinerary-budget-and-nearby-cities-237x500.webp 237w, 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https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Dalian-travel-infographic-with-top-attractions-seafood-transport-hotels-itinerary-budget-and-nearby-cities-150x316.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42203\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dalian travel infographic<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>Welcome to Dalian\u2014a beautiful coastal city in northeastern China, where European-style architecture meets golden beaches and ocean views. Located on the southern tip of Liaoning Province, Dalian sits between the Bohai Sea and the Yellow Sea, offering a refreshing blend of seaside charm, modern energy, and rich cultural layers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6095059 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6095059\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30776\" alt=\"Colorful European style buildings along Dalian fishing harbor with mountain backdrop\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Colorful-European-style-buildings-along-Dalian-fishing-harbor-with-mountain-backdrop.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2d0d41 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2d0d41\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"847\">Known for its clean air, wide squares, and scenic coastal roads, Dalian is one of China\u2019s most livable cities. It\u2019s not as crowded as Beijing or Shanghai, but just as interesting\u2014making it the perfect getaway for travelers who want to relax by the sea, try fresh seafood, or explore a city full of surprises.<\/p><p data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1227\">This guide is perfect for first-time visitors, families with kids, photographers, and beach lovers looking to soak up the sun, walk along scenic trails, or discover Dalian\u2019s mix of Russian, Japanese, and Chinese influences. Whether you\u2019re planning a weekend escape or a longer coastal adventure, this Dalian travel guide will help you make the most of your trip.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"95\">When to Visit Dalian<\/h2><p data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"287\">Dalian is a year-round destination, but each season offers a different kind of beauty. Whether you love beach days, colorful leaves, or snowy getaways, there\u2019s a perfect time for your visit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79335db elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"79335db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30777\" alt=\"Seaside promenade and lighthouse view at sunset in Dalian coastal area\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-promenade-and-lighthouse-view-at-sunset-in-Dalian-coastal-area.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac4d3bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ac4d3bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"316\">Spring (April\u2013May)<\/h3><p data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"479\">Mild weather (10\u201320\u00b0C) and blooming flowers make spring ideal for nature lovers. Visit Lushun or Longwangtang Cherry Blossom Parks for scenic walks and fresh air.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"528\">Summer (June\u2013August) \u2013 Peak Season<\/h3><p data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"710\">With temperatures between 22\u201328\u00b0C, summer is perfect for swimming, beach fun, and water sports. It\u2019s the busiest time, especially during Dalian\u2019s lively International Beer Festival.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"769\">Autumn (September\u2013October) \u2013 Shoulder Season<\/h3><p data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"953\">Sunny days, cool breezes, and delicious seafood (like crabs and mantis shrimp) make fall a local favorite. Don\u2019t miss the golden ginkgo trees near Zhongshan Square\u2014perfect for photos!<\/p><h3 data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1004\">Winter (November\u2013March) \u2013 Low Season<\/h3><p data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1157\">While colder (\u20135 to 5\u00b0C), winter is peaceful and budget-friendly. Enjoy hot springs like Anbo or hit the slopes at Linhai Ski Resort without the crowds.<\/p><p data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1157\">For a broader, country-wide seasonal comparison, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/best-time-to-visit-china\/\">Best &amp; Worst Time to Visit China<\/a>.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1204\">Best Times of Day for Sightseeing<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 275px; top: 664.641px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-655d6ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"655d6ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30778\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Dalian Xinghai Bay Bridge stretching over the sea\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-1536x1023.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Panoramic-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Bay-Bridge-stretching-over-the-sea.webp 1621w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c71b2f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c71b2f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1576\"><li data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1312\"><p data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1312\"><strong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1224\">6:30\u20138:30 AM<\/strong>: Catch the sunrise at Xinghai Square or Bangchuidao\u2014quiet, beautiful, and crowd-free.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1416\"><p data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1416\"><strong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1331\">2:00\u20134:00 PM<\/strong>: Visit indoor or shaded spots like the Ocean World or zoo to avoid the midday sun.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1576\"><p data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1576\"><strong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1435\">7:00\u20139:00 PM<\/strong>: Enjoy night lights at Xinghai Square or see the musical fountain show at Donggang (8 PM in summer). Russian Street is also lovely at night.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"113\">How to Get to Dalian<\/h2><p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"228\">Getting to Dalian is easy, whether you\u2019re flying in from overseas or arriving by train from another Chinese city.<\/p><p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"228\">For a system-level overview of how to travel between cities and regions in China, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-transportation-guide\/\">China Transportation Guide<\/a>.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"292\">\u2708\ufe0f By Air: Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a11b4a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4a11b4a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"509\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-1024x651.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30779\" alt=\"ANA airplane landing at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-1024x651.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-500x318.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-300x191.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-768x488.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-1536x977.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967-150x95.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ANA-airplane-landing-at-Dalian-Zhoushuizi-International-Airport-e1776497512967.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e16aed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8e16aed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"554\">Dalian\u2019s only commercial airport is just 10 km from downtown, making arrivals quick and convenient. It offers direct international flights to cities like Tokyo and Incheon, and frequent domestic routes to Beijing, Shanghai, and other major hubs.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"599\">Getting to the city from the airport:<\/h4><ul data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"1284\"><li data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"741\"><p data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"741\"><strong data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"618\">Metro Line 2<\/strong>: Accessible from Arrival Hall A, connects directly to key areas like Xinghai Square and Qingniwaqiao. Tickets cost \u00a52\u20138.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"920\"><p data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"920\"><strong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"767\">Airport Shuttle Bus<\/strong>: \u00a510 per ride, running from 7:45 AM to the last flight. Main stops include Peace Square, Olympic Square, Zhongshan Square, and Dalian Railway Station.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1103\"><p data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"1103\"><strong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"952\">Taxi or Ride-hailing Apps<\/strong>: Around 30 minutes to the city center, costs \u00a530\u2013\u00a540. Night fares start at \u00a513 for the first 3 km. Alipay, WeChat Pay, and some Visa cards accepted.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1284\"><p data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1284\"><strong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1137\">For International Travelers<\/strong>: The arrival hall has a helpful <strong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1197\">One-Stop Service Center<\/strong> for foreign currency exchange, SIM cards, transit cards, and English-speaking support.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1330\">\ud83d\ude84 By Train: Two Main Stations in Dalian<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 199px; top: 150.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b30b05 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5b30b05\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30780\" alt=\"Sunset at Dalian North Railway Station with overhead power lines\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-at-Dalian-North-Railway-Station-with-overhead-power-lines.webp 1919w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cb6c4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1cb6c4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1403\">1. Dalian North Railway Station \u2013 Best for High-Speed Trains<\/h4><p data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1487\">Located about 20 km from the city, this is Dalian\u2019s main hub for high-speed rail.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1729\"><li data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1567\"><p data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1567\"><strong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1506\">Metro Line 1<\/strong> connects directly to the station (30 minutes to downtown).<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1729\"><p data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1591\"><strong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1588\">Example routes<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1729\"><li data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1658\"><p data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1658\"><strong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1628\">Beijing South \u2192 Dalian North<\/strong>: ~4 hours, \u00a5320 (2nd class)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1729\"><p data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1729\"><strong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1690\">Shenyang \u2192 Dalian North<\/strong>: ~1.5 hours, trains every 20 minutes<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1791\">2. Dalian Railway Station \u2013 Downtown &amp; Convenient<\/h4><p data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1888\">In the heart of the city, this station mainly handles regular-speed and short-distance trains.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2008\"><li data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1962\"><p data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1962\">Walkable to shopping streets and metro Line 2 at Qingniwaqiao Station<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2008\"><p data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2008\">15 minutes by taxi to Xinghai Square (~\u00a515)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>For a full overview of routes, tickets, and stations across China, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/chinas-high-speed-rail-hsr\/\">China\u2019s High-Speed Rail (HSR)<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"132\">Getting Around Dalian<\/h2><p data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"352\">Dalian has a clean, modern, and efficient public transport system that makes getting around the city easy for both locals and tourists.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"403\">\ud83d\ude87 Metro: Fast, Clean, and Tourist-Friendly<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 353px; top: 579.594px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-711f87a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"711f87a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"597\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-1024x764.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30781\" alt=\"Dalian metro map showing subway Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 12, and 13\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-1024x764.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-300x224.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-768x573.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13-150x112.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-metro-map-showing-subway-Lines-1-2-3-5-12-and-13.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d27819 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d27819\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"647\">Dalian\u2019s metro network has 6 lines (Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 12, 13), covering 237 km across the city and suburbs. Key areas like Xinghai Square, Dalian North Station, Zhoushuizi Airport, and Golden Pebble Beach are all connected.<\/p><ul data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"1218\"><li data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"798\"><p data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"798\"><strong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"670\">Operating Hours<\/strong>: Most lines run from <strong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"715\">6:00 AM to 11:00 PM<\/strong>, with some starting earlier or ending slightly later during peak travel seasons.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"950\"><p data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"950\"><strong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"810\">Fares<\/strong>: \u00a52\u2013\u00a57, based on distance. Tickets can be bought via machines or the Dalian Metro eTrip App, which supports Visa, Alipay, and WeChat.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1218\"><p data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"975\"><strong data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"972\">Must-Know Stops<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1218\"><li data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1009\"><p data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1009\"><strong data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"998\">Xinghai Square<\/strong> \u2192 Line 1<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1087\"><p data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1087\"><strong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1032\">Russian Street<\/strong> \u2192 Line 2, get off at <em data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1069\">Youhao Square<\/em> and walk 5 mins<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1147\"><p data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1147\"><strong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1127\">Golden Pebble Beach (Jinshitan)<\/strong> \u2192 Line 3 terminal<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1218\"><p data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1218\"><strong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1176\">Dalian North Station<\/strong> \u2192 Lines 1, 2, and 13 for fast transfers<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1488\">\ud83d\ude8c Buses: Extensive &amp; Affordable<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 389px; top: 214.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-71577cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"71577cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-1024x682.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30782\" alt=\"Dalian city public bus No. 613 running along tree lined road\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-city-public-bus-No.-613-running-along-tree-lined-road.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79e53b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"79e53b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1643\">Dalian\u2019s bus system includes regular routes, community shuttles, and sightseeing lines. Over 90% of buses are air-conditioned and support QR code payment.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"2137\"><li data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1752\"><p data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1752\"><strong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1656\">Fares<\/strong>: \u00a51\u2013\u00a52 for most routes. Some suburban or long-distance routes (like to L\u00fcshun) may cost more.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"2027\"><p data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1776\"><strong data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1773\">Tourist Routes<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"2027\"><li data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1903\"><p data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1903\"><strong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1798\">Ring Bus Tour<\/strong>: \u00a510, hop-on hop-off access to major sights like Xinghai Square, Bangchuidao, and Laohutan Ocean Park.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"2027\"><p data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2027\"><strong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1931\">Route 90 (Seasonal)<\/strong>: Operates on holidays from April to October, linking Bangchuidao and Dalian Station. \u00a52 fare.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2137\"><p data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2137\"><strong data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2052\">Community Shuttles<\/strong>: Ideal for short-distance travel between neighborhoods and metro stations. Fare: \u00a51.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2344\"><strong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2151\">Pro Tips<\/strong>: Use the \u201cDalian eTrip\u201d app or scan via Alipay\/WeChat for easy boarding. English signage is available at major stops, and tram Route 201 offers announcements in both Chinese and English.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2393\">\ud83d\ude96 Taxis: Convenient for Short Trips<\/h3><p data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2465\">Taxis are easy to flag and a good option for short or late-night trips.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2719\"><li data-start=\"2467\" data-end=\"2568\"><p data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2568\"><strong data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2495\">Day Rates (5:00\u201322:00)<\/strong>:<br data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2499\" \/>\u00a510 for first 3 km, \u00a52\/km after. \u00a53\/km for long trips over 20 km.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2635\"><p data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2635\"><strong data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2599\">Night Rates (22:00\u20135:00)<\/strong>:<br data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2603\" \/>\u00a513 base fare, then \u00a52.6\/km.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2719\"><p data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2719\"><strong data-start=\"2638\" data-end=\"2649\">Payment<\/strong>: Most taxis accept Alipay, WeChat, and cash.<br \/>For payment methods, cards, and mobile wallets nationwide, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/how-to-pay-in-china\/\">How to Pay in China<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2939\">\ud83d\ude98 Ride-Hailing Apps: Smart &amp; Cashless<\/h3><p data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3057\">Apps like Didi and Gaode (Amap) are widely used in Dalian. Most vehicles are clean, electric, and affordable.<\/p><ul data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3363\"><li data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3130\"><p data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3130\"><strong data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3072\">Booking<\/strong>: Enter your destination and get instant fare estimates.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3131\" data-end=\"3223\"><p data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3223\"><strong data-start=\"3133\" data-end=\"3144\">Payment<\/strong>: Supports Alipay, WeChat Pay, and some platforms allow foreign credit cards.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3363\"><p data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3363\"><strong data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3238\">Best for<\/strong>: Families, groups, or travelers with large luggage. A ride from Dalian North Station to Xinghai Square costs around \u00a530.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3464\"><strong data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3373\">Note<\/strong>: During peak hours (7:30\u20139:00 AM and 5:00\u20137:00 PM), book 10 minutes early to avoid delays.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"127\">Top Attractions in Dalian<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"178\">1. Xinghai Square<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 107px; top: 896.016px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46faf06 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"46faf06\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-1024x601.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30783\" alt=\"Night view of Dalian Xinghai Square lit up with lights and seaside carnival\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-1024x601.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-500x293.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-300x176.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-768x451.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-1536x902.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902-150x88.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Night-view-of-Dalian-Xinghai-Square-lit-up-with-lights-and-seaside-carnival-e1776495849902.webp 1840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-142959d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"142959d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"723\">Welcome to Asia\u2019s largest city square, known as the \u201cliving room\u201d of Dalian. Xinghai Square features the symbolic Centennial Footprint monument and the Shell Museum with over 5,000 shell specimens. Walk to the nearby beach for a swim in summer, take a coastal boat ride (\u00a550), or enjoy the stunning sea-view sunsets. In the evening, colorful lights reflect off the sea and bridge\u2014an unforgettable sight.<\/p><p data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"723\"><strong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"599\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Snap a photo with the sea and city footprints, try seaside bike rides, and relax with a beer during the summer light show.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"806\">2. Golden Pebble Beach (Jinshitan)<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c276514 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c276514\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30784\" alt=\"Golden sunset over the Bohai Sea from Dalian coastline with fishing boats\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Golden-sunset-over-the-Bohai-Sea-from-Dalian-coastline-with-fishing-boats.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c43b8f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1c43b8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1316\">Located in the National Tourism Resort, Jinshitan blends geology and leisure. The seaside rock formations resemble dinosaurs, Beethoven\u2019s face, and more\u2014nicknamed \u201cSculpture Park by the Sea.\u201d Explore the coastal trail, then visit fun museums like the <em data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1084\">Mysteries of Life Museum<\/em> or the 3D Art Gallery. Chill on the 5-km Golden Coast beach, with options for sailing and jet-skiing.<\/p><p data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1316\"><strong data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1203\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Walk the scenic trail to \u201cDinosaur Probing the Sea,\u201d rent an electric cart (\u00a580\/hr), or enjoy BBQ on the beach.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1384\">3. Sun Asia Ocean World<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fe9875 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6fe9875\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30785\" alt=\"Underwater tunnel inside Dalian Sun Asia Ocean World aquarium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Underwater-tunnel-inside-Dalian-Sun-Asia-Ocean-World-aquarium.webp 1284w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a985815 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a985815\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1889\">Perfect for families, this aquarium features China\u2019s first 118-meter-long underwater tunnel where stingrays and sharks glide above you. Meet penguins at <em data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1554\">Penguin Island<\/em> and enjoy lively shows like <em data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1600\">Dolphin Romance<\/em> or <em data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1619\">Beluga Legend<\/em>\u2014all with English commentary. Touch starfish at the coral pool or dive into VR adventures in the Deep Sea Lab.<\/p><p data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1889\"><strong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1746\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Catch the showtimes early for front-row seats, shoot videos \u201cswimming with fish,\u201d and rent an English audio guide (\u00a530) for marine knowledge.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1962\">4. Russian Style Street<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a131bb8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a131bb8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30786\" alt=\"Russian style architecture and street view in Dalian\u2019s Russian Style Street\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-architecture-and-street-view-in-Dalians-Russian-Style-Street.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c3b898 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c3b898\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2432\">This charming 430-meter street is lined with 38 Russian-style buildings from the late 1800s, once part of Tsarist Russia\u2019s influence. Snap photos of red-brick towers, shop for matryoshka dolls and vodka, or chat with Russian-speaking shopkeepers. Nearby Zhongshan Square features \u201cTen Foreign Buildings\u201d in global styles.<\/p><p data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2432\"><strong data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2301\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Rent a Russian shawl for retro photos (\u00a520), try freshly baked rye bread (\u00a515), and bring home a mini nesting doll as a souvenir.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2432\">5. Bangchuidao Scenic Area<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7ab4b3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e7ab4b3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30787\" alt=\"Scenic view of Bangchuidao Island in Dalian with seagulls and boat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Bangchuidao-Island-in-Dalian-with-seagulls-and-boat.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcfa3c5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fcfa3c5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"654\">Just minutes from the city, Bangchuidao offers a peaceful coastal escape with clear waters, pebble-strewn beaches, and forested trails. Climb the viewing platform for panoramic views of the island and city skyline. In summer, locals come here to dig for crabs and collect shells during low tide. The on-site Bangchuidao Hotel, once a state guesthouse, adds a touch of quiet luxury.<\/p><p data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"654\"><strong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"548\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Hunt for colorful pebbles, hike up for a skyline shot, or try tidal fishing\u2014check tide times in advance!<\/p><h3 data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"737\">6. Haizhiyun (Sea Melody) Park<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44f7c42 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44f7c42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30788\" alt=\"Cliff and turquoise sea at Dalian Haizhiyun Park coastal trail\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cliff-and-turquoise-sea-at-Dalian-Haizhiyun-Park-coastal-trail.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63c11cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63c11cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1244\">This natural gem features a 7.6 km coastal trail linking iconic spots like the 18-Bend Cliff Road and the \u201cGravity Hill,\u201d where cars seem to roll uphill! With over 90% greenery and sightings of wild deer, squirrels, and sea birds, it\u2019s a great mix of nature and fun. The massive \u201cSymphony of the Sea\u201d sculpture at the entrance glows beautifully at night.<\/p><p data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1244\"><strong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1109\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Visit at sunrise or sunset for incredible sea views from the lookout pavilion. It\u2019s free to enter and a favorite among photographers.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1314\">7. Hengshan Temple<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1647757 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"1647757\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30789\" alt=\"Stone steps leading to Heshan Temple surrounded by greenery in Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Stone-steps-leading-to-Heshan-Temple-surrounded-by-greenery-in-Dalian.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4a7abd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d4a7abd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1827\">Dating back to the Tang Dynasty, Hengshan Temple is a serene sanctuary surrounded by lakes, pine trees, and koi ponds. Inside, you\u2019ll find the largest indoor bronze Buddha statue in Northeast China. The temple is also known for its healthy vegetarian meals made from homegrown produce\u2014try the \u201cvegetarian abalone\u201d or \u201cLuohan dish.\u201d<\/p><p data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1827\"><strong data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1663\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Walk the hillside trail for views of the Bohai Bay, dine on temple-made vegetarian food (~\u00a540\/person), and visit during cherry blossom season for peaceful beauty.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1911\">8. Dalian Venice Water City<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a95fc6e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a95fc6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30790\" alt=\"Venetian style architecture and canal reflections at Dalian Donggang Water City\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Venetian-style-architecture-and-canal-reflections-at-Dalian-Donggang-Water-City.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52f51bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52f51bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2436\">This dreamy canal-side district replicates Venice\u2019s iconic sights, complete with gondola rides, arched bridges, and European-style architecture. Drift past the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark\u2019s Square in a real gondola (\u00a560\/person), or enjoy the view from a white arched bridge near the pier. At night, lights shimmer on the water, especially during the summer music fountain shows.<\/p><p data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2436\"><strong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2306\">Don\u2019t miss<\/strong>: Ride the gondola, snap night photos by the water, and head to Donggang Fountain at 8 PM for a synchronized light and music show.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"169\">What to Eat in Dalian &amp; Where to Find It<\/h2><p data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"428\">Dalian\u2019s food scene is all about fresh flavors from the sea, hearty northern-style dishes, and a surprising dash of Russian flair.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"466\">Must-Try Foods in Dalian<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"516\">1. Seafood \u2013 Simple, Fresh, Flavorful<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -26px; top: 193.719px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d00a189 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d00a189\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30791\" alt=\"Assorted fresh seafood platter including sea urchin and clams in Dalian restaurant\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Assorted-fresh-seafood-platter-including-sea-urchin-and-clams-in-Dalian-restaurant-e1758017032112.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88964cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"88964cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"1087\"><li data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"616\"><p data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"616\"><strong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"543\">Sea Urchin Dumplings<\/strong>: Bursting with briny, buttery uni\u2014crispy on the outside, juicy inside.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"717\"><p data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"717\"><strong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"640\">Sea Cucumber Stew<\/strong>: A local delicacy slow-braised in rich broth\u2014soft, bouncy, and nourishing.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"718\" data-end=\"838\"><p data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"838\"><strong data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"770\">Steamed Scallops with Garlic and Glass Noodles<\/strong>: Plump local scallops topped with fragrant garlic and vermicelli.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"936\"><p data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"936\"><strong data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"868\">Sea Intestine Rice Bowl<\/strong>: Stir-fried with leeks and minced pork\u2014rich umami on fluffy rice.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1087\"><p data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1087\"><strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"956\">Seasonal Tips<\/strong>: September is prime time for mantis shrimp and swimming crabs. In summer, try <em data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1049\">hai liangfen<\/em>\u2014a refreshing jelly made from seaweed.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1145\">2. Dalian Old Dishes \u2013 Local Comfort Classics<\/h4>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-636c98d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"636c98d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30792\" alt=\"Traditional Dalian dishes served on dining table at local restaurant\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Traditional-Dalian-dishes-served-on-dining-table-at-local-restaurant-e1758017050348.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f517b3d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f517b3d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1497\"><li data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1256\"><p data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1256\"><strong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1163\">Cherry Pork<\/strong>: Bite-sized sweet-and-sour pork with a crispy crust and tender center\u2014looks like cherries!<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1355\"><p data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1355\"><strong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1290\">Sweet &amp; Sour Yellow Croaker<\/strong>: Deep-fried into a golden arch and drizzled with glossy sauce.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1497\"><p data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1497\"><strong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1383\">Seafood Hotpot Medley<\/strong>: Think of it as Dalian\u2019s version of Buddha Jumps Over the Wall\u2014dozens of local seafood simmered into a rich stew.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1550\">3. Street Food \u2013 Quick, Cheap, Delicious<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 257px; top: 307.773px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cba9850 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cba9850\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30793\" alt=\"Popular Dalian street snack Menzi (mung bean jelly) with chili sauce\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Popular-Dalian-street-snack-Menzi-mung-bean-jelly-with-chili-sauce.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-788e09e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"788e09e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1869\"><li data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1701\"><p data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1701\"><strong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1588\">Pan-Fried Jelly Cake (<em data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1585\">Mengzi<\/em>)<\/strong>: Made from sweet potato starch, seared until crispy, topped with sesame paste, garlic sauce, and dried shrimp.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1779\"><p data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1779\"><strong data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1732\">Grilled Squid on a Stick<\/strong>: Spicy, smoky, and sizzling on every corner.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1869\"><p data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1869\"><strong data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1798\">Seaweed Buns<\/strong>: Steamed buns stuffed with sea greens and pork\u2014fluffy and ocean-fresh.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1924\">4. Russian Fusion Dishes \u2013 East Meets West<\/h4><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 230px; top: 283.773px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba89f9b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ba89f9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30794\" alt=\"Russian style meal with borscht, salad, and grilled lamb in Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Russian-style-meal-with-borscht-salad-and-grilled-lamb-in-Dalian.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6526c74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6526c74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2168\">Where to Eat in Dalian<\/h3><h4 data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2237\">Seafood Markets + DIY Cooking \u2013 Budget-Friendly &amp; Fun<\/h4><ul data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2621\"><li data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2381\"><p data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2381\"><strong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2263\">Xinchangxing Market<\/strong>: Take metro Line 1 to Zhongchang Street. Buy fresh seafood and have it cooked upstairs\u2014\u00a510 steamed, \u00a515 stir-fried.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2524\"><p data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2524\"><strong data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2402\">Taoyuan Market<\/strong>: Near Line 5. Known for affordable oysters and clams\u2014walk to <em data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2484\">Pang Dashi Kitchen<\/em> for delicious garlic-baked shellfish.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2621\"><p data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2621\"><strong data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2545\">Malanzi Market<\/strong>: Accessible via Line 2. Great value at <em data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2613\">Huabei Bro Seafood Kitchen<\/em> inside.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2715\"><strong data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2631\">Tips<\/strong>: July\u2013September is peak seafood season. Ask vendors to drain water before weighing!<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2722\" data-end=\"2769\">Old Restaurants with Local Flavor<\/h4><ul data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"3192\"><li data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2871\"><p data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2871\"><strong data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2787\">Qunying Lou<\/strong>: Famous for braised sea cucumber and cherry pork. <em data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2856\">84 Xiuzhu Street<\/em> (\u00a580\/person)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2982\"><p data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2982\"><strong data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2901\">Mou Chuanren Restaurant<\/strong>: Seafood medley and classic northern dishes. <em data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"2966\">12 Binhai West Rd<\/em> (\u00a5100\/person)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2983\" data-end=\"3090\"><p data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3090\"><strong data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3016\">Pinhailou (Donggang Branch)<\/strong>: Sea urchin potstickers and sea views. <em data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3074\">46 Beidou Street<\/em> (\u00a5150\/person)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3192\"><p data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3192\"><strong data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3117\">Rifengyuan Dumplings<\/strong>: Inventors of sea intestine dumplings. <em data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3178\">Near Xinghai Square<\/em> (\u00a5120\/person)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3253\">Popular Food Streets \u2013 Walk, Browse, Eat<\/h4><ul data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3647\"><li data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3389\"><p data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3389\"><strong data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3273\">Daijie Street<\/strong>: Trendy snacks like jelly cakes (\u00a510), mackerel dumplings (\u00a530), and grilled squid. Near <em data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3378\">Youhao Square<\/em>, Line 2.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3390\" data-end=\"3503\"><p data-start=\"3392\" data-end=\"3503\"><strong data-start=\"3392\" data-end=\"3410\">Tianjin Street<\/strong>: A century-old pedestrian street, especially lively during festivals. Near Dalian Station.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3647\"><p data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3647\"><strong data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3522\">Qingniwaqiao<\/strong>: Local favorite for late-night eats. Try seaweed buns (\u00a58) or grilled squid skewers (\u00a520 for 2). Accessible via Line 1 or 2.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"3654\" data-end=\"3697\">Russian Restaurants &amp; Snacks<\/h4><ul data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"4005\"><li data-start=\"3698\" data-end=\"3846\"><p data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3846\"><strong data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3746\">Lubuli Western Restaurant (Xinghai Branch)<\/strong>: Known for claypot beef and cheesy shrimp. Look for the giant cartoon bear outside. (\u00a5120\/person)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3847\" data-end=\"4005\"><p data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"4005\"><strong data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3873\">Russian Street Caf\u00e9s<\/strong>: Try borscht, Moscow-style lamb skewers, and street-side grilled sausages (\u00a515 each). Just 10 minutes from <em data-start=\"3981\" data-end=\"4004\">Youhao Square Station<\/em>.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"151\">Where to Stay in Dalian<\/h2><p data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"439\">Dalian offers a wide range of places to stay, from romantic seaside hotels to family-friendly resorts and budget-friendly downtown options.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"505\">Seaside &amp; Scenic Areas \u2013 Best for Views &amp; Relaxation<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 212px; top: 1246.53px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f57139a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f57139a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30795\" alt=\"Seaside dining view of Dalian\u2019s Xinghai Bay from Guanhai Restaurant at dusk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seaside-dining-view-of-Dalians-Xinghai-Bay-from-Guanhai-Restaurant-at-dusk.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41572d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"41572d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"563\">Xinghai Square \u2013 Sea Views + Central Location<\/h4><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"805\">This is Dalian\u2019s most iconic coastal area, where you can wake up to ocean sunrises and walk to top sights like Xinghai Park and the Ocean World. Metro Line 1 runs right through the area.<\/p><p data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"805\"><strong data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"765\">Best for<\/strong>: First-time visitors, families, couples<\/p><h4 data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"869\">Donggang &amp; Venice Water City \u2013 Romantic Nightscapes<\/h4><p data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1064\">Known for its glowing canals and gondola rides, this area comes alive at night with light shows and music fountains. It\u2019s also on Metro Line 2.<\/p><p data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1064\"><strong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1028\">Best for<\/strong>: Couples, photographers, night owls<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1134\">City Center &amp; Transit Hubs \u2013 Best for Convenience &amp; Food<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 160px; top: 198.32px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44fc399 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44fc399\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30797\" alt=\"Modern hotel interior at Qingniwaqiao, central Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Modern-hotel-interior-at-Qingniwaqiao-central-Dalian-e1758017383646.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-844862f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"844862f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1198\">Zhongshan Square &amp; Qingniwaqiao \u2013 Heart of the City<\/h4><p data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1404\">Stay here if you want to be close to shops, local eats, and historic buildings. Metro Lines 2 and 5 meet here, making it easy to get around.<\/p><p data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1404\"><strong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1354\">Best for<\/strong>: Urban explorers, short stays, business travelers<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1465\">Xian Road Commercial Area \u2013 Budget &amp; Food Heaven<\/h4><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1640\">This lively district is packed with malls, street food, and youth-friendly stays. Easily accessible via Metro Line 1.<\/p><p data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1640\"><strong data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1598\">Best for<\/strong>: Foodies, students, travelers on a budget<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1708\">Resort Areas \u2013 Best for Family Fun &amp; Longer Vacations<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 271px; top: 43.7734px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81e80dc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"81e80dc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30798\" alt=\"Hilton Hotel at Golden Pebble Beach (Jinshitan), Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Hilton-Hotel-at-Golden-Pebble-Beach-Jinshitan-Dalian.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fb2f71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5fb2f71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1783\">Golden Pebble Beach (Jinshitan) \u2013 Dalian\u2019s Vacation Playground<\/h4><p data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1971\">An hour from the city via Metro Line 3, this resort zone offers sandy beaches, theme parks, hot springs, and scenic rock formations.<\/p><p data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1971\"><strong data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1931\">Best for<\/strong>: Families, beach lovers, slow travelers<\/p><p data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1971\"><strong>See also:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/where-to-stay-in-dalian\/\">Where to Stay in Dalian<\/a><\/p><h2 data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"161\">What Souvenirs to Buy in Dalian<\/h2><p data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"374\">Dalian\u2019s souvenirs capture the flavor of the sea and the charm of its coastal culture. From savory seafood snacks to nostalgic pastries and creative local crafts, here\u2019s what to bring home to remember your trip.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"423\">Seafood Snacks &amp; Dried Delicacies<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e7ddccc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e7ddccc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30799\" alt=\"Seafood gift boxes from Dalian souvenir shop\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Seafood-gift-boxes-from-Dalian-souvenir-shop-e1758017408490.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c47a93 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c47a93\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"486\"><strong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"486\">Take the taste of the Bohai and Yellow Seas home with you.<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"1142\"><li data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"625\"><p data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"625\"><strong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"521\">Grilled Fish &amp; Squid Snacks<\/strong>: Soft, flavorful strips from brands like <em data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"574\">Mr. Squid<\/em> and <em data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"588\">Liaohai<\/em>\u2014perfect for road trips or sharing.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"780\"><p data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"780\"><strong data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"661\">Dried Shrimp &amp; Sea Urchin Roe<\/strong>: Great for cooking or snacking, with premium varieties from <em data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"736\">Liangshi Hai<\/em>\u2014look for their GI-certified dried shrimp.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"992\"><p data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"992\"><strong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"815\">Dried Sea Cucumber Gift Sets<\/strong>: A traditional gift for elders. Look for trusted brands like <em data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"890\">Bangchuidao<\/em>, or visit <em data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"927\">Xinxin Sea Cucumber Shop<\/em> in Dalian Market for better value and vacuum-sealed freshness.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1142\"><p data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1142\"><strong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1017\">Seafood Gift Boxes<\/strong>: Mixed sets with dried scallops, grilled dragon fish, and cod snacks, often printed with Dalian landmarks\u2014great for gifting.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1272\"><strong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1164\">Where to buy<\/strong>: Dalian Market (Shuangxing Mall stalls #98\u201399), Liaohai counters in major malls, or official online stores.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1317\">Local Pastries &amp; Sweet Treats<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -18px; top: 502.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d33331d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d33331d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Dalian-lighthouse-themed-pastry-gift-set-on-display-768x1024.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30800\" alt=\"Dalian lighthouse themed pastry gift set on display\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0522d7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0522d7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1349\">A sweet bite of old Dalian.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1782\"><li data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1493\"><p data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1493\"><strong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1392\">Sophora Flower Cake &amp; Cherry Pastry<\/strong>: Light, fragrant, and handmade by <em data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1442\">Mingjin Foods<\/em>, an old Dalian brand featured at Davos banquets.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1666\"><p data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1666\"><strong data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1537\">Horse-Hoof Pastry &amp; Russian Rye Bread<\/strong>: Found at <em data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1566\">Lao Ma Cake Shop<\/em>, these flaky red bean pastries and dense, raisin-filled breads blend Chinese and Russian flavors.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1782\"><p data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1782\"><strong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1697\">Seaweed Pork Floss Rolls<\/strong>: A modern hit from <em data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1731\">Jinyu Bakery<\/em>, balancing savory seaweed with fluffy sponge cake.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1923\"><strong data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1804\">Where to buy<\/strong>: Tianjin Street <em data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1836\">Mingjin Foods<\/em>, Zhongshan <em data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1863\">Lao Ma Bakery<\/em>, or order online via WeChat mini-stores for fresh delivery.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1964\">Cultural &amp; Creative Gifts<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 168px; top: 38.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c920a39 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c920a39\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30801\" alt=\"Creative Dalian souvenir with seashell collection and city postcard\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Creative-Dalian-souvenir-with-seashell-collection-and-city-postcard-e1758017466185.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16f8ecb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"16f8ecb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2011\">Take home a piece of Dalian\u2019s personality.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2809\"><li data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2211\"><p data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2211\"><strong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2052\">Landmark &amp; Nature-Inspired Crafts<\/strong>: Find bone china cups, bookmarks, and scarves printed with Dalian\u2019s iconic tram, cherry blossoms, or sea animals\u2014available at the <em data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2198\">Dalian Museum<\/em> gift shop.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2358\"><p data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2358\"><strong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2239\">Cute Mascot Souvenirs<\/strong>: At <em data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2258\">Beibei Store<\/em> on Xiongdong Street, pick up plush toys like the \u201cCoastal Deer\u201d or quirky \u201cOyster Man\u201d keychains.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2500\"><p data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2500\"><strong data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2382\">Food-Themed Merch<\/strong>: Get mini fridge magnets shaped like sea urchin dumplings, grilled squid, or locally canned fish\u2014fun and realistic.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2648\"><p data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2648\"><strong data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2525\">Stamps &amp; Postcards<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2553\">Chasing Wind Post Office<\/em> offers 90+ Dalian-themed stamps and 300 postcard designs. Collect them as a unique keepsake.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2809\"><p data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2809\"><strong data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2688\">\u201cDalian 12 Quirks\u201d Fridge Magnets<\/strong>: Humorous sayings about Dalian life like \u201cEven seaweed can be dinner\u201d or \u201cTrams outrun cars\u201d\u2014local wit in souvenir form.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2834\"><strong data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2831\">Where to buy<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"3074\"><li data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2864\"><p data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2864\"><em data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2852\">Dalian Museum<\/em> gift zone<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2913\"><p data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2913\"><em data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2911\">Chasing Wind Post Office (Donggang branch)<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2952\"><p data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2952\"><em data-start=\"2916\" data-end=\"2930\">Beibei Store<\/em> on Xiongdong Street<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2953\" data-end=\"2996\"><p data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2996\"><em data-start=\"2955\" data-end=\"2994\">City Art Museum \u2013 3rd floor gift shop<\/em><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3074\"><p data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3074\">Some items available via the official \u201cDalian Release\u201d channel for delivery<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"148\">3-Day Itinerary in Dalian<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"593\">Day 1: City Icons &amp; Coastal Romance<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 206px; top: -9.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e76607e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e76607e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-1024x647.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30802\" alt=\"Sunset view over Xinghai Square, iconic landmark in Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-1024x647.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-300x189.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-768x485.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-1536x970.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian-150x95.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunset-view-over-Xinghai-Square-iconic-landmark-in-Dalian.webp 1710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0fa5f5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b0fa5f5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"641\">Morning \u2013 Signature Landmarks &amp; Sea Life<\/h4><ul data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"1017\"><li data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"826\"><p data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"826\"><strong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"675\">Xinghai Square (9:00\u201311:00)<\/strong>: Start at Asia\u2019s largest city square. Walk through the \u201cCentennial Footprint,\u201d visit the Shell Museum, or beachcomb at Xinghai Park during low tide.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"1017\"><p data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1017\"><strong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"867\">Sun Asia Ocean World (11:30\u201314:00)<\/strong>: Just 10 minutes on foot, this ocean-themed park features a 118-meter underwater tunnel and popular dolphin shows. Great for families and sea lovers!<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1215\">Lunch:<\/h4><p data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1215\">Try <em data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1064\">Pinhailou (Xinghai branch)<\/em> for sea urchin potstickers and grilled octopus (\u00a5150\/person), or <em data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1152\">Rifengyuan Dumplings<\/em> for local-style sea intestine dumplings at a friendlier price.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1263\">Afternoon \u2013 Scenic Hikes &amp; Vintage Charm<\/h4><ul data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1569\"><li data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1444\"><p data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1444\"><strong data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1308\">Binhai Road Coastal Walk (15:00\u201317:00)<\/strong>: Hike west along the coast toward Fujiazhuang Park or Silver Beach. Stop for photos of the sea bridge and look out for wild seagulls.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1569\"><p data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1569\"><strong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1478\">Tram Line 201 (17:30\u201318:30)<\/strong>: Ride the historic wooden tram from Xingongjie to Youhao Square for a taste of old Dalian.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1610\">Evening \u2013 Gondolas &amp; Night Lights<\/h4><p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1903\"><strong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1648\">Venice Water City (19:00\u201320:30)<\/strong>: Take Metro Line 2 to Donggang. Enjoy canal strolls, gondola rides (\u00a560), and the 8 PM musical fountain show.<\/p><h4 data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1903\">Dinner:<\/h4><p data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1903\">Try <em data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1806\">Xiding Sea Urchin Dumplings<\/em> nearby (\u00a5180\/person) or sample street food like grilled squid and jelly cake from local vendors.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1957\">Day 2: Nature Escape &amp; Historic Streets<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 249px; top: 841.453px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba0211a elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ba0211a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30803\" alt=\"Bangchuidao Island coastline and entrance sign in Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Bangchuidao-Island-coastline-and-entrance-sign-in-Dalian.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d08ce5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d08ce5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1996\">Morning \u2013 Islands &amp; Ocean Views<\/h4><ul data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2340\"><li data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2163\"><p data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2163\"><strong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2039\">Bangchuidao Scenic Area (8:30\u201311:30)<\/strong>: Ride a tourist shuttle or taxi. Hike to the viewing platform, hunt for colorful pebbles, or go crab digging at low tide.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2340\"><p data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2340\"><strong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2198\">Haizhiyun Park (12:00\u201313:30)<\/strong>: Explore cliffside trails and fun spots like the \u201cGravity Hill\u201d and \u201c18-Bend Road.\u201d The views of the Yellow Sea are stunning from the summit.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2457\">Lunch:<\/h4><p data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2457\">Enjoy local flavors at <em data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2403\">Lao Dalian Home Kitchen<\/em>, serving seafood hotpot and cherry pork (\u00a580\/person).<\/p><h4 data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2506\">Afternoon \u2013 War Stories &amp; Russian Romance<\/h4><ul data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2860\"><li data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2662\"><p data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2662\"><strong data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2557\">Russian-Japanese Prison Museum (14:30\u201316:30)<\/strong>: Visit historic prison cells and exhibits on anti-Japanese resistance. Book English guides in advance.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2860\"><p data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2860\"><strong data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2697\">Russian Street (17:00\u201318:30)<\/strong>: Walk past 38 red-brick Russian buildings, buy matryoshka dolls, and taste freshly baked rye bread. Continue to Zhongshan Square for even more architectural gems.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"3084\">Evening \u2013 Street Food &amp; Soviet Vibes<\/h4><p data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"3084\">Head to <em data-start=\"2913\" data-end=\"2928\">Daijie Street<\/em> for local eats: jelly cake (\u00a510), mackerel dumplings (\u00a530), and grilled squid. For a drink, visit a nearby Russian tavern and try claypot beef and borscht.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"3091\" data-end=\"3146\">Day 3: Wildlife, Slow Walks &amp; Souvenir Shopping<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 139px; top: 558.141px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2a6cdf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a2a6cdf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30804\" alt=\"Entrance of Dalian Forest Zoo with Ferris wheel in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Entrance-of-Dalian-Forest-Zoo-with-Ferris-wheel-in-the-background.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a147af6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a147af6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3194\">Morning \u2013 Forest Fun &amp; Animal Encounters<\/h4><ul data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3371\"><li data-start=\"3195\" data-end=\"3371\"><p data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3371\"><strong data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3231\">Dalian Forest Zoo (9:00\u201313:00)<\/strong>: Take Metro Line 5 to Shikui Road. Ride the sightseeing car, feed giraffes (\u00a520\/feed), and visit pandas and tigers in this lush green park.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3513\">Lunch:<\/h4><p data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3513\">Stop at <em data-start=\"3394\" data-end=\"3425\">Riyuesheng Seafood Restaurant<\/em> near Wuyi Square. Don\u2019t miss the steamed swimming crabs and seaweed buns (\u00a5100\/person).<\/p><h4 data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3566\">Afternoon \u2013 Coffee Walks &amp; Shopping for Gifts<\/h4><ul data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3979\"><li data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3741\"><p data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3741\"><strong data-start=\"3569\" data-end=\"3613\">South Mountain Street Walk (14:00\u201315:30)<\/strong>: Stroll through quiet Japanese-era alleys, indie caf\u00e9s, and small art shops. Check out the historic Dongguan Street area too.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3742\" data-end=\"3979\"><p data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3979\"><strong data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3775\">Dalian Market (16:00\u201317:30)<\/strong>: Take Metro Line 1 to Dalian Station. Shop at <em data-start=\"3822\" data-end=\"3848\">Xinxin Sea Cucumber Shop<\/em> (Stalls 98\u201399) or grab seafood snacks like squid and cod chips from <em data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3926\">Liaohai<\/em> counters. Ask for vacuum sealing for easy transport.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>Budget, Costs &amp; Sample Daily Expenses in Dalian<\/h2><div style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 600px;\"><table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\"><thead><tr><th>Category<\/th><th>Budget Option<br \/>(\u00a5400\u2013600\/day)<\/th><th>Comfort Option<br \/>(\u00a5600\u2013900\/day)<\/th><th>Luxury Option<br \/>(\u00a51000+\/day)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Recommended For<\/strong><\/td><td>Backpackers, students, budget travelers<\/td><td>Couples, families, relaxed travelers<\/td><td>Business travelers, luxury seekers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Accommodation<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a5150\u2013300\/night<br \/>Budget hotels or hostels (e.g. Xian Road, downtown)<\/td><td>\u00a5300\u2013600\/night<br \/>Mid-range hotels near Xinghai or Donggang<\/td><td>\u00a5800+\/night<br \/>5-star sea-view suites, private beach resorts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Food<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a5100\u2013150\/day<br \/>Street snacks, local diners, food markets<\/td><td>\u00a5150\u2013250\/day<br \/>Seafood restaurants, local specialty dumplings<\/td><td>\u00a5300\u2013500\/day<br \/>Sea urchin dishes, high-end Japanese or fusion cuisine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Transport<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a530\u201350\/day<br \/>Metro &amp; bus + occasional taxi<\/td><td>\u00a550\u201380\/day<br \/>Metro + frequent taxis (incl. Jinshitan trips)<\/td><td>\u00a5100\u2013200\/day<br \/>Private car service or premium ride-hailing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Attractions<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a5100\u2013200\/day<br \/>Free parks + low-cost tickets (e.g. Bangchuidao, Ocean World student price)<\/td><td>\u00a5200\u2013300\/day<br \/>Multi-attraction passes, scenic areas<\/td><td>\u00a5300\u2013500\/day<br \/>VIP access, sailing, amusement parks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Souvenirs<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a550\u2013100<br \/>Squid snacks, dried seafood, mini matryoshka<\/td><td>\u00a5100\u2013200<br \/>Sea cucumber sets, pastries, creative fridge magnets<\/td><td>\u00a5200+<br \/>Premium sea cucumbers, Russian vodka, custom gifts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total per Day<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a5400\u2013600<\/td><td>\u00a5600\u2013900<\/td><td>\u00a51000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Estimated 3-Day Total<\/strong><\/td><td>\u00a51200\u20131800<\/td><td>\u00a51800\u20132700<\/td><td>\u00a53000+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"140\">To compare daily travel costs across different Chinese cities, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/cost-of-travel-in-china\/\">Cost of Travel in China<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"140\">Practical Tips for Traveling in Dalian<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"176\">Language &amp; Communication<\/h3><p data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"395\">Mandarin is the official language. English is spoken at major hotels and tourist attractions, but less common in local shops or restaurants. Use translation apps like Google Translate for menus and directions.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"421\">Health &amp; Safety<\/h3><p data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"556\">No special vaccinations are required for Dalian. Tap water is not drinkable\u2014bottled water is widely available. In emergencies, dial:<\/p><ul data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"721\"><li data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"579\"><p data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"579\"><strong data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"566\">110<\/strong> for police<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"605\"><p data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"605\"><strong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"589\">120<\/strong> for ambulance<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"721\"><p data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"721\"><strong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"615\">119<\/strong> for fire<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"721\">Carry basic medicine and personal hygiene items, especially during flu season (winter\/spring).<\/p><h3 data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"757\">Local Customs &amp; Etiquette<\/h3><ul data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"1014\"><li data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"809\"><p data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"809\">Avoid loud conversations in temples or museums.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"878\"><p data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"878\">Tipping is not expected, but appreciated in upscale restaurants.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"941\"><p data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"941\">Handshakes are the standard greeting\u2014bowing is not common.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1014\"><p data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1014\">Respect queues and public order\u2014Dalian locals are polite but reserved.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1037\">What to Pack<\/h3><ul data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1374\"><li data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1094\"><p data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1094\"><strong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1055\">Spring\/Fall<\/strong>: Light layers, windbreaker, sneakers<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1164\"><p data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1164\"><strong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1107\">Summer<\/strong>: T-shirts, swimwear, sunscreen, sunhat, mosquito spray<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1226\"><p data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1226\"><strong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1177\">Winter<\/strong>: Thermal wear, down jacket, gloves, warm shoes<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1305\"><p data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1305\">Always bring a <strong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1264\">compact umbrella<\/strong>\u2014weather can change quickly by the sea.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1374\"><p data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1374\">For beach trips: quick-dry towel, sandals, waterproof phone pouch.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1406\">Wi-Fi &amp; SIM Card Tips<\/h3><p data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1500\">Free Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, caf\u00e9s, and shopping malls, but not always reliable.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1764\"><li data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1596\"><p data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1596\">Buy a local <strong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1556\">China Unicom or China Mobile SIM card<\/strong> at the airport or convenience stores.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1634\"><p data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1634\">Make sure your phone is unlocked.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1696\"><p data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1696\">Use <strong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1667\">eSIM or portable Wi-Fi<\/strong> if traveling with a group.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1764\"><p data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1764\">VPN is needed to access apps like Google, WhatsApp, or Instagram.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>For first-time visitors and general planning advice, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-travel-tips\/\">China Travel Tips: The Best Guide You Can Find<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"160\">Recommended Nearby Cities from Dalian<\/h2><h3 data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"517\">Dandong \u2013 Border Views &amp; Mountain Adventures<\/h3><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 315px; top: 2854.66px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f89772e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f89772e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-1024x767.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30805\" alt=\"Sunrise over Yalu River and Broken Bridge in Dandong near Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-1024x767.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian-150x112.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Sunrise-over-Yalu-River-and-Broken-Bridge-in-Dandong-near-Dalian.webp 1441w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd1ebb6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dd1ebb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"614\"><strong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"538\">How to get there<\/strong>: 2 hours by high-speed train (from \u00a5108.5), ~3 hours by car<\/p><p data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"614\"><strong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"611\">Why go<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"1295\"><li data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"740\"><p data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"740\"><strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"642\">Borderland experience<\/strong>: Walk across the historic <em data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"684\">Broken Bridge<\/em> on the Yalu River and catch a glimpse of North Korea.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"844\"><p data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"844\"><strong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"769\">Great Wall with a view<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"790\">Hushan Great Wall<\/em> marks the easternmost point of the Ming Great Wall.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"985\"><p data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"985\"><strong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"866\">Nature &amp; hiking<\/strong>: Climb <em data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"892\">Phoenix Mountain<\/em> for cliff walks and glass skywalks, or explore <em data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"957\">Qingshan Valley<\/em> with its lush waterfalls.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1110\"><p data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1110\"><strong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1014\">Korean-Chinese cuisine<\/strong>: Try stone-pot bibimbap and grilled clams, and don\u2019t miss fresh Dandong strawberries in fall.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1295\"><p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1295\"><strong data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1128\">Hot springs<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1145\">Dongtang Town<\/em>\u2019s mountain-view open-air baths are famous for their healing waters.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1295\"><strong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1234\">Suggested trip<\/strong>: 2 days, 1 night \u2013 Great Wall, mountains, and border culture<\/p><h3 data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1355\">Yingkou \u2013 Hot Springs &amp; Seaside Leisure<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cae68cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"cae68cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-1024x576.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-30806\" alt=\"Winter sea sunset view in Yingkou, coastal city near Dalian\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Winter-sea-sunset-view-in-Yingkou-coastal-city-near-Dalian.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdbfae6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fdbfae6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1452\"><strong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1376\">How to get there<\/strong>: 1.5 hours by high-speed train (from \u00a550), 2.5 hours by car<\/p><p data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1452\"><strong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1449\">Why go<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"2181\"><li data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1602\"><p data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1602\"><strong data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1470\">Coastal fun<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1488\">Shanhai Square<\/em> and its Princess Mackerel statue mark Yingkou\u2019s family-friendly beach, with water sports and sailing available.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1719\"><p data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1719\"><strong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1623\">Unique geology<\/strong>: Visit <em data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1658\">Tuan Mountain Marine Park<\/em> to see sea-eroded rock formations dubbed \u201cOcean Warriors.\u201d<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1862\"><p data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1862\"><strong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1743\">Hot spring heaven<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1767\">Xiongyue Hot Springs<\/em> features 60+ pools combining traditional Chinese therapy with spa comfort\u2014perfect in winter.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1988\"><p data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1988\"><strong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1885\">Cultural strolls<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1906\">Liaohe Old Street<\/em> showcases late Qing-era buildings, lantern-lit evenings, and a cozy retro feel.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2181\"><p data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2181\"><strong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2008\">Seafood feast<\/strong>: Try fresh mantis shrimp, steamed crabs, and Yingkou rice\u2014a delicious local combo.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2181\"><strong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2112\">Suggested trip<\/strong>: 2 days, 1 night \u2013 Mix beach walks, hot springs, and seafood markets<\/p><h3 data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2239\">Panjin \u2013 Red Beaches &amp; Wetland Wonders<\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8138775 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8138775\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" 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https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Panjin-Red-Beach-with-vibrant-red-seepweed-under-blue-sky-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Panjin-Red-Beach-with-vibrant-red-seepweed-under-blue-sky-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Panjin-Red-Beach-with-vibrant-red-seepweed-under-blue-sky-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Scenic-view-of-Panjin-Red-Beach-with-vibrant-red-seepweed-under-blue-sky.webp 1620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0963c53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0963c53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2336\"><strong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2260\">How to get there<\/strong>: 1.5 hours by high-speed train (from \u00a570), 2.5 hours by car<\/p><p data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2336\"><strong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2333\">Why go<\/strong>:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2995\"><li data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2476\"><p data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2476\"><strong data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2362\">Red Beach spectacle<\/strong> <em data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2375\">(Sept\u2013Oct)<\/em>: Visit <em data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2419\">Red Beach National Scenic Corridor<\/em> where sea blite turns the marsh into a sea of crimson.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2657\"><p data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2657\"><strong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2504\">Birdwatching paradise<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2540\">Shuangtai River Estuary Wetlands<\/em> are home to rare birds like red-crowned cranes and black-headed gulls\u2014especially dramatic during migration season.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2781\"><p data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2781\"><strong data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2675\">Crab season<\/strong>: Autumn is peak time for <em data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2721\">Panjin river crabs<\/em>\u2014steamed or spicy, always served with fragrant local rice.<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2995\"><p data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2995\"><strong data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2800\">Eco getaways<\/strong>: Visit <em data-start=\"2808\" data-end=\"2835\">Dingxiang Ecological Park<\/em> for forest walks and up-close bird encounters in the peaceful &#8220;Bird Paradise.&#8221;<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2784\" data-end=\"2995\"><strong data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2935\">Suggested trip<\/strong>: 2 days, 1 night \u2013 Best in autumn for red views and seafood<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-526ef91 elementor-widget elementor-widget-template\" data-id=\"526ef91\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"template.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-template\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"container\" data-elementor-id=\"26000\" class=\"elementor elementor-26000\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b36424c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b36424c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0563958 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0563958\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div 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Guide<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/jiaxing-travel-guide\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tJiaxing Travel Guide: Water Towns, Routes &amp; Tips\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Plan your first Jiaxing trip with the best water towns, South Lake, route logic, where to stay, and smart 2\u20133 day itinerary ideas.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-40312 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-travel-guide tag-hotel tag-local-recommendation tag-travel-guide tag-where-to-stay tag-zhongshan tag-zhongshan-travel-guide\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" 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https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-500x347.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-300x208.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-768x533.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-1536x1065.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346-150x104.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Aerial-skyline-of-Zhongshan-City-near-Zhuhai-featuring-modern-high-rise-buildings-and-the-scenic-Qijiang-River-bridge-at-dusk-e1776566724346.webp 1557w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Travel Guide<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/where-to-stay-in-zhongshan\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWhere to Stay in Zhongshan: Best Areas &amp; Hotels\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Find the best area to stay in Zhongshan for old town sights, city comfort, Guzhen sourcing, and rail stopovers with practical hotel picks.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-23777 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faqs tag-beijing tag-dish\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/what-is-beijing-beef\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-23783\" alt=\"Beef Shank, Beijing Style Tender slices of slow braised Beijing beef shank showing marbled texture and rich brown color on cutting board and plate.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Beef-Shank-Beijing-Style-Tender-slices-of-slow-braised-Beijing-beef-shank-showing-marbled-texture-and-rich-brown-color-on-cutting-board-and-plate.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">FAQs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/what-is-beijing-beef\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWhat Is Beijing Beef?\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Beijing beef refers to a group of savory beef dishes prepared with rich sauces and traditional Beijing-style seasonings like sweet bean paste.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-14328 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-fortune category-zodiac-year tag-175 tag-fate tag-fortune tag-fortune-telling tag-tiger tag-wuxing tag-zodiac\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/2010-zodiac-fate-and-fortune\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-33831\" alt=\"2010 Zodiac Metal Tiger &amp; Forecast for 2026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/2010-Zodiac-Metal-Tiger-Forecast-for-2026.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Fortune<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/2010-zodiac-fate-and-fortune\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t2010 Zodiac Metal Tiger &amp; Forecast for 2026\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>A structured 2026 forecast for individuals born in 2010, covering study progress, relationships, health, and practical guidance for steady growth and balanced development.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-25465 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faqs tag-dumpling tag-food\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/what-are-dumplings-made-of\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-1024x769.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-25287\" alt=\"Homemade dumpling setup with pork filling, wrappers, and pleated dumplings in trays\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-1024x769.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-768x577.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homemade-dumpling-setup-with-pork-filling-wrappers-and-pleated-dumplings-in-trays-e1749965592899.webp 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">FAQs<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/what-are-dumplings-made-of\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWhat are dumplings made of?\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Chinese dumplings are made from wheat flour wrappers filled with minced meat, vegetables, or seafood. 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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Year-of-the-Ox-guide-ox-illustration-personality-years-meaning-compatibility-and-horoscope-highlights.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Zodiac Year<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/ko\/year-of-the-ox\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tYear of the Ox: Personality, Years, Meaning &#038; 2026 Horoscope\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Learn the Year of the Ox meaning, birth years, personality traits, Five Element Ox types, compatibility, lucky signs, and 2026 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