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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Heishan [2025]
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Shenyang Imperial Palace
4.7
/5
31817 reviews
8.6
From OMR 26.740
Based on 928 reviews
The Imperial Palace/Xiaoheyan Morning Market | >100 km from downtown
Phone 024-24843001
Address: No.171, Shenyang Road, Shenhe District, Shenyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Phoenix Tower offers "Fenglou Sunrise"
Learn about Qing Dynasty court culture at the cultural exhibition
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The Shenyang Palace Museum is China's most complete surviving imperial palace complex, second only to the Forbidden City in Beijing. Construction began in 1625 and it is now a National First-Class Museum and a World Cultural Heritage Site. Its architecture blends Han, Manchu, Mongolian, and Tibetan artistic styles, distinguished by its unique layout of high palaces and low halls. The museum houses over 109,000 cultural relics, including 39,000 precious artifacts such as the Yongzheng period dragon and phoenix doucai large plate, showcasing Qing dynasty court art and Manchu culture. Together, the architecture and its collections constitute a "holy site of the founding of the nation," earning it the nickname "the Forbidden City beyond the Great Wall." The Shenyang Palace, a palace, holds a sliver of Qing history. "Red walls reflect the sun's shadows, ancient bricks tell of the past." Home to countless collections, the museum embodies a lingering sense of antiquity, quietly capturing a thousand years of history.
The Shenyang Palace Museum is not big. If you visit it by yourself, you may finish it in a short time, so it is necessary to hire a reliable tour guide. It is worthwhile to listen to various interesting stories about the Qing Dynasty while visiting!
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Marshal Zhang's Mansion Museum
4.7
/5
29860 reviews
8.5
From OMR 2.580
Based on 235 reviews
The Imperial Palace/Xiaoheyan Morning Market | >100 km from downtown
Phone 024-24850576
Address: No. 46, Shaoshuaifu Lane, Chaoyang Street, Shenhe District, Shenyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
5 buildings show Zhang Xueliang's life
Explore the restoration scenario of the Original Frontier Bank
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The Zhang Xueliang Former Residence is a renowned attraction of great historical and cultural value and architectural charm, but these issues reported by visitors do, to some extent, impact the visitor experience.
The Zhang Xueliang Former Residence boasts a unique architectural style, featuring a quadrangle courtyard and Western-style buildings that blend Chinese and Western styles. As the residence of Zhang Zuolin and his son, Zhang Xueliang, it has witnessed many important historical events, providing valuable insights into the history from the Beiyang Warlord period to the Liberation period, and possesses significant educational significance. However, the attraction is incredibly popular, often packed with visitors inside and out. During peak hours, the number of visitors is even limited, forcing visitors to wait outside, which inevitably impacts the visitor experience.
The Daqinglou (Big Green Building) is a popular tourist destination, but the flow of visitors there is often erratic, resulting in frequent crowding. Some visitors even complained that they were pushed around by the crowds, preventing them from fully appreciating the area. At the same time, some tourists complained that the phenomenon of being able to join the team by asking the tour guide was unreasonable. This was not fair to tourists who were queuing normally, and might destroy the mood of ordinary tourists. It also reflected that the scenic spot had some shortcomings in the management and coordination of group tourists and individual tourists.
"A Marshal's Mansion, Half the History of the Republic of China"
It truly deserves to be the most luxurious residence in Northeast China.
General Zhang Xueliang loved many charming gadgets and must have been a man who loved life. He lived a very happy life, remaining a young man until his death.
Next to the Marshal's Mansion is a small brothel, the villa where Miss Zhao Si once lived. Miss Zhao Si's room wasn't the largest or best, but it was the only one with a view of the Young Marshal's room.
We won't comment on past history, but he certainly left a significant mark on Northeast China.
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Shenyang Fantawild Adventure
4.9
/5
47928 reviews
7.8
From OMR 6.930
Based on 25 reviews
Shenbei University Town/Fantawild Adventure | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-166-0006
Address: No. 55 Shengjing Street, Shenbei New District, Shenyang
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Conch Bay creates an underwater world
Experience "Flying Over Limits" project
Saved by 362 users45803 positive reviews
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Shenyang Fantawild is a true paradise! The thrilling rides are incredibly exciting, like the Fire Meteor roller coaster, which screams at lightning speed, and the warm and romantic carousel, which feels like being transported to a fairytale. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the experience is fantastic. I highly recommend it!
Fantawild's attractions are amazing! The roller coaster is so thrilling, the 4D cinema is incredibly realistic, the scenery is dreamy and out of this world, and the staff are so welcoming. One day is definitely not enough!
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The Scenic Area of Shanhai Pass
4.5
/5
5936 reviews
7.8
From OMR 2.690
Based on 104 reviews
Shanhaiguan station area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4006033566
Address: 5 km south of Shanhaiguan City, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-6 hours
Highlights:
Mountains & sea create harmony
Well-preserved Ming wall walkable
Saved by 187 users3746 positive reviews
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As one of the first national protected units in 1961, it has great military value and historical significance, and many stories have happened there. However, the scenic spot has to touch upon it and make a fuss about Wu Sangui. Compared with this magnificent pass, it seems that gossip is more attractive, but I am afraid that this is a case of judging others by one's own standards.
It's very convenient to buy student tickets on Ctrip; you can get half-price student tickets directly. As expected of a 5A-rated scenic spot, I was able to observe the magnificent sight of the Great Wall entering the sea when the weather was perfect.
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Liaoning Provincial Museum
4.9
/5
1606 reviews
7.3
Based on 55 reviews
Liaoning Provincial Museum/Taoxian International Airport | >100 km from downtown
Phone 024-22741193
Address: Northeast of the Central Square, Hunnan District, Shenyang City (No. 157, Zhihuisan Street, Hunnan District)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
110,000 relics including jade & bronze
11,000 artifacts & paintings
Saved by 157 users1280 positive reviews
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The Liaoning Provincial Museum has a large collection of exhibits, and the explanations are very detailed and informative. I learned a lot from the two and a half hour explanation. I thank the tour guide for his wonderful explanation.
I finally had the chance to visit the Liaoning Provincial Museum, a provincial museum jointly built by the national and local governments. It had been on my wish list for a long time, but I finally managed to pull it off today. Since its relocation to the new building in Hunnan District, Shenyang, the exhibition area has been greatly expanded, allowing more of the museum's collection to be seen, which is definitely a major benefit. I confirmed before the trip that the museum's true treasures were all at home, not traveling or on loan. However, the finest paintings and calligraphy were digitized and displayed in VR, so I couldn't see them in person. The Liaoning Provincial Museum is absolutely not to be missed.
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Dove Nest Park
4.5
/5
11324 reviews
7.3
From OMR 1.880
Based on 71 reviews
Geziwo Park/Olympic Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0335-4041774
Address: Dongshan Gechi Red Road, Beidaihe District, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Saved by 109 users6297 positive reviews
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Dove Nest Park is large and has many recreational facilities. You can take a boat ride and go to the beach. However, you can't swim in the sea. If you want to swim, I recommend going to Tiger Rock Marine Park, which is great for playing in the water.
Dove Nest Park, also known as Eagle Corner Park, is a National 4A Scenic Area located in the northeast corner of the Beidaihe coast. It is one of Beidaihe's most famous attractions and the best place to watch the sunrise. With its dense greenery, dense trees, and lush grass, Dove Nest Park is an ideal habitat for birds and a renowned world-class birdwatching destination. In the early morning, as the sun slowly rises from the sea, its golden rays cast a mesmerizing shimmer across the water. The park's Eagle Corner Pavilion, with its quaint and imposing architecture, bears witness to the passage of time. The Seaview Corridor, with its painted beams and pillars, tells the story of Beidaihe.
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Laobiangou Scenic Area
4.6
/5
1178 reviews
7.2
From OMR 3.760
>100 km from downtown
Phone 024-43318888
Address: Laobian Gutter, Benxi, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
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Benxi Laobiangou, where the most authentic summer in Liaodong is hidden. The Wizard of Oz without filters. Come to Laobiangou, leave the summer heat to the city, and give your body and mind to the 27-degree summer.
Located in Dongyingfang, Benxi County, the Laobiangou Scenic Area is a popular spot for viewing maple leaves. Today, August 19th, although it's not leaf viewing season, I wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the lush green mountains and clear waters of Benxi, so I chose Laobiangou. The air is fresh, the streams gurgling, and it's a true summer retreat.
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Qinghe Peninsula Spa&Hot Spring
4.5
/5
1287 reviews
7.1
From OMR 13.910
Shenbei University Town/Fantawild Adventure | >100 km from downtown
Phone 024-31853999
Address: No. 20, Punan Road, Shenbei New District, Shenyang
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
3rd floor beer bar with hot springs
DIY crafts & outdoor BBQ party
Saved by 517 users929 positive reviews
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Thanks to the rafting guy who pulled us out and helped me find my glasses. 🙏🙏🙏. The rafting waves were so thrilling. So much fun. The park is so huge. One day is definitely not enough to explore. The staff are so friendly and attentive. The service is great! No words can express my excitement at this moment❤
My kids loved it here, playing from 10 AM to 6 PM and still wanting more. It wasn't crowded the day we went, so it was a great experience.
You can order lunch a la carte, and the spicy hot pot and beef noodles were both delicious.
The only problem was that towels were only available at the entrance, so you had to walk quite a distance to get a new one...
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Benxi Water Cave
4.6
/5
6255 reviews
7.1
From OMR 0.540
Based on 151 reviews
Benxi Shuidong | >100 km from downtown
Phone 024-44891160
Address: Prince Edward River, 26 km east of Benxi
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Explore winding underground river
Explore Wunü Mountain's ancient history
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The water cave is ok, you don't need to rent a coat, just wear long pants and long sleeves with a disposable raincoat. (Mid-August) The dry cave is boring, the Taizi River cruise takes 20 minutes, and you can only stay in the cabin.
This five-star scenic spot truly lives up to its reputation. The boat ride gave me a truly unforgettable experience of nature's wonders. It's a gift from heaven to the locals. We visited the petrified wood and the museum, both of which were okay. I wouldn't recommend riding the petrified wood train, as it's not spacious enough. We went there because we had children with us.
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Dalian Haichang Discoveryland Theme Park
4.5
/5
18635 reviews
7.0
From OMR 10.690
Based on 782 reviews
Jinshitan National Holiday Resort | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0411-87900000
Address: No. 36, Jinshi Road, Jinshitan National Tourism Resort, Jinzhou District, Dalian
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Saved by 368 users5512 positive reviews
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The night light parade is wonderful: The night light parade "Starry Sky Encounter" is held after nightfall. The colorful floats and high-profile performing teams, set against the backdrop of lights and music, create a full atmosphere and bring a visual feast to tourists.
Discovering Kingdom Castle was such a pleasant surprise! The European-style castle architecture looked like something straight out of a fairy tale, with intricate brick and stone carvings that were truly captivating. During the day, there were parades with floats and lively actors. At night, the light show turned on, and the entire castle was ablaze with color, accompanied by music that made it look like a magical movie. The attractions were also fun, from the thrilling roller coaster to the family-friendly magic games, it was a blast and absolutely worth the price of admission!
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