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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yilan [2025]
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China Harbin Ice And Snow World
4.4
/5
41340 reviews
9.2
From AU$ 56.77
Based on 1,513 reviews
Harbin Sunac Land/The Sun Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone 4006391999
Address: Ice and Snow World Park, Sun Island West District, Songbei District, Harbin
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Asian unity in ice & snow
Thrilling experience on a 521m super-long ice slide
Saved by 3129 users15446 positive reviews
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The ice sculptures are very interesting, and the various colors are dazzling. The ice slide is also very interesting, which is very attractive to me, a southerner. There are also various cultural and creative stores and restaurants, etc., where you can buy as needed. In short, it is fun.
Southern Little Potato was lost in the ice and snow world. The ice and snow were so beautiful. We entered the park at 11 am and went to the big slide first. There were 521 and more than 200 slides. We lined up for about half an hour. There was also hot pot in the park. The snow hot pot was great and the other snacks were also affordable. It was so fun to dance in the snow at night.
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Siberia Tiger Park
4.6
/5
9103 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 22.67
Based on 32 reviews
Harbin Sunac Land/The Sun Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0451-88080098
Address: 88 Songbei Street, Songbei District, Harbin
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Tiger feeding experience up-close
Full Drone Show Wild Training
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Go early! Go early, go early! The tigers are usually full by 9:00 am, so even the meat I bought couldn't be fed. Arrive later, and the lines are long, and the tigers are asleep. The Little Tiger Petting Park is at the park entrance. Just past the ticket office, you'll line up directly inside. After getting off the bus, you'll walk through a circular caged passage where you can feed the bears. The main entrance is right outside the bus line. The circus is across from the bus line. Half a day is enough for the whole experience. The thrill ride lasts 25 minutes. The driver diligently circles around to find the tigers, but must exit when the time is up. The second one is a bit of luck.
We chose the thrilling sightseeing car, which not only allowed us to see the tigers up close, but also to feed them. Northeastern people are quite practical, so the driver said each person would be given five pieces of meat 🥩 first, and we'd settle the bill after we fed them. If we didn't feed them and didn't damage the meat, we could return! Everyone in the car rushed to feed the tigers, and the driver kept helping us find the right spot where there were more tigers! The experience was great. Tiger Forest Park not only has tigers, but also lions, black bears, white tigers, and more! The cute fat tiger sculpture is also a great place to take photos and check in.
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Harbin Sightseeing Cableway
4.5
/5
6230 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 12.52
Based on 97 reviews
Harbin Central Avenue/Saint Sophia Cathedral/The Memorial Tower of Fig | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0451-81139999
Address: 218 Tongjiang Street, Daoli District, Harbin
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Sun Island & Stalin Park views
230 ft 360° view for stunning sunset
Saved by 1210 users3580 positive reviews
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I went there at noon on the first day, and the staff said that I would have to queue for at least an hour, so I chose to go there the next morning. I arrived around 8:30 and got on the cable car directly without queuing. The scenery on the cable car is quite good. If it is a sunny day, you can watch the sunset and the river view.
The Songhua River Sightseeing Cableway is a must-try in Harbin! Ride the cable car across the Songhua River, taking in the magnificent river and its surrounding scenery. In winter, overlook the frozen river, while in summer, admire the rippling turquoise waters. Each season offers breathtaking views. The spacious and comfortable carriages offer excellent views, perfect for photo opportunities. Whether day or night, you'll experience a unique sense of romance and comfort. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Harbin!
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Harbin Polarland
4.8
/5
5155 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 41.66
Harbin Sunac Land/The Sun Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-800-7275
Address: 太阳大道277号
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Winter ice sculptures & snow views
7 marine shows with dolphins & beluga
Saved by 459 users4885 positive reviews
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Generally speaking, it's not bad, but there are not many animals, and the fun is not very strong. There is only one kind of ticket, which is very expensive. It's not too reasonable. One ticket can be used for three months, but for outsiders like us, we only go once, so the price is very expensive.
The highlight of this trip to Northeast China was the Polar Park.
If you have plenty of time, you can visit all four museums. If you're pressed for time and can only visit one, it has to be the Polar Park.
We bought a combined ticket for all four museums and enjoyed the show from early morning until late afternoon.
We were especially lucky to have extra shows during the summer vacation, so we saw three shows without waiting in line and could enter directly. The dolphin show started after we were seated, and we only had to wait five minutes. It was absolutely amazing. The front row ticket cost an additional 50 yuan per person, but it was still breathtaking.
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Volga Manor
4.6
/5
4361 reviews
8.1
From AU$ 32.38
Based on 152 reviews
Volga Manor | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0451-55156801
Address: Minqiang Village, Chenggaozi Town, Xiangfang District, Harbin
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Ski through 3 Russian castles
Over 30 grand Russian buildings
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This attraction is quite far from the city center, practically out of the way. I visited in the summer, and there weren't many people or much to do, just some European-style architecture to take photos of. The promotional video suggests it's more fun in the winter, with some ice and snow activities. The 150 yuan entrance fee in the summer isn't worth it. It would be better to spend more time in the city center exploring the remaining European-style architecture.
If the weather is nice, it's definitely worth a visit, as it's a great place to take photos. Renting an electric scooter or bicycle after entering the park is a bit of a hike, especially since the buildings are quite far apart. You can temporarily lock your bike, but the fee still applies. The entire tour, plus the inside of the buildings, takes at least an hour. The performances are good and energetic, lasting about 40 minutes, so be sure to check your time. Western food is available at the Jinhuan Western Restaurant, and the Chinese buffet is 70 yuan per person, with decent food. At Mijiu Restaurant, both the restaurant and the performance are within walking distance. From Central Avenue, I recommend taking the shuttle bus, which is both cost-effective and fast. Online ride-hailing services often charge extra fees because you're so far out of town and often experience traffic. The deposit and refund for rental cars in the park are all automatically processed by scanning a QR code, which is very convenient. Electric scooters come in two types: those with a foot-operated accelerator and those with a manual throttle, like those on electric bicycles.
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Harbin Pharmaceutica Sixth Factory Museum of Prints
4.5
/5
1488 reviews
7.9
International Exhibition Center/Provincial Government | >100 km from downtown
Address: 黑龙江省哈尔滨市道外区南直路326号
Highlights:
Hundreds of prints & Russian paintings
Eastern Louvre comprehensive museum
Saved by 286 users1305 positive reviews
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Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory No. 6 is open to tourists for free, which is a good thing for the country and the people. It allows more people to understand the history of Harbin Pharmaceutical Factory No. 6 and support domestic brands. It is worth a visit. I also bought some health products by the way, and the price is not expensive.
It exceeded my expectations. If you have children who like art, you should reserve at least half a day. The paintings are very good and highly appreciated. We were short on time this time and didn't see enough in 1 hour. I'll go back next time. Turn right and then right again. There is a Guo Laoye barbecue restaurant. It's delicious and not expensive. Drinks and a variety of side dishes are free. I'll come again next time.
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Harbin Sun Island Scenic Spot
4.5
/5
2761 reviews
7.7
Based on 776 reviews
Harbin Sunac Land/The Sun Island | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0451-88192788
Address: No. 3, Zhibei Road, Songbei District, Harbin
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Cable car: 360° island & river views
Unique European & Russian town styles
Saved by 678 users1075 positive reviews
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This scenic spot is very good. I took my family to go. The staff inside is very warm and the environment is very good. It is located in the city and the traffic is very convenient. It is very convenient to eat and stay around. In addition to sightseeing, you can learn a lot of knowledge. In short, it is a good opportunity to take the children to go shopping.
Sun Island is a free scenic spot with unique characteristics in both winter and summer, making it a great place to visit. It's large enough to take two to three hours to explore, and is located in downtown Harbin, making transportation very convenient. There's a legend about this scenic spot: one of the suns Houyi shot down landed here, creating the Sun Island. This is, of course, a myth. There's a Russian town inside, and you can play in the water, so it's a great place to take children. There's also a wide variety of snacks to suit different tastes, so I recommend this spot.
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Jingbo Lake Scenic Spot
4.3
/5
4014 reviews
7.6
From AU$ 20.51
Based on 43 reviews
Lake Jingpo National Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 400-0453-166
Address: Ning'an City, Mudanjiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Waterfall roar & boat ride
Winter ice fishing excitement
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The scenic area is truly vast. If the weather is good, taking your time exploring it, or staying there for a relaxing vacation, might be fine. However, if you're caught in the scorching sun, during the summer months, or if you're planning on visiting multiple attractions, the experience won't be fully realized. Overall, the lake and mountain scenery isn't stunning, and the man-made attractions (like the Ninggu Pagoda) are rather crude. The entrance fee isn't worth the money, and the boat ride is also expensive. While the lake cruise lasts for over an hour and a half, it's completely unremarkable, and the ride back down is boring.
The environment is exceptional, with a high forest coverage rate. Staying in Beimen Waterfall Village is within walking distance of Diaoshuilou Waterfall. Diving into the waterfall is particularly captivating and a feast for the eyes. Jingpo Lake is vast and misty, with a circular trail around the lake. The ancient Yaoshi Temple is tranquil and well worth the trip.
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Zhong Yang Street
4.8
/5
8546 reviews
7.4
Based on 1,068 reviews
Harbin Central Avenue/Saint Sophia Cathedral/The Memorial Tower of Fig | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0451-87650401
Address: Daoli District, Harbin City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Highlights:
Russian & Eastern cultural fusion
Russian restaurants & winter sculptures
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In Harbin's Daoli District, Central Street, steeped in centuries of history and culture, evokes a unique charm. Like a dazzling pearl necklace, it straddles the northern edge of the city, reaching north to the south bank of the Songhua River.
Central Street is a veritable outdoor architectural art museum.
Constructed in 1898, Central Street stretches 1,450 meters, lined with over 70 European-style and European-inspired buildings. The authentic Baroque style of the Matsuura Trading Company, with its exquisite reliefs on the window lintels and marble statues above the gate, embodies the essence of 17th-century European Baroque art. Then there's the International Trading Company, whose eclectic blend of features, unique courtyard layout, and intricate wrought iron railings, speaks of a bygone era of prosperity. These diverse yet harmoniously integrated buildings form an "outdoor architectural art museum," a stroll through which feels like transporting you to the streets of Europe.
Central Street offers visitors a feast for the senses.
Central Street is a culinary paradise. The famous Madiel popsicles, made with pure milk and boasting a rich, creamy flavor, are a popular sight in both winter and summer, as tourists stroll the streets clutching popsicles. Entering a Russian restaurant, you'll find mouth-watering exotic delicacies like black bread, kvass, and borscht. Tender, succulent black pepper steak and hearty Russian-style grilled sausages evoke the passion of the fighting nation. Of course, authentic Northeastern cuisine is also not to be missed. Each bite of the golden, crispy sweet and sour pork exudes the hearty, hearty spirit of the Northeastern people.
This area boasts not only architecture and cuisine, but also a wealth of cultural activities. The annual "Old Street Music Festival" from May 15th to October 8th, and the European-style "Old Street Honor Guard and Four Seasons Princess" parade on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holiday evenings in the summer, allow you to immerse yourself in music and romance. Furthermore, special exhibition halls such as the Harbin Party History Memorial Hall, Building 10, and the Harbin Institute of Technology Center add to the rich cultural heritage of this old street. As night falls and the lights come on, Central Avenue seems to don a golden attire. The golden lights lining the street evoke a poetic scene, complementing the century-old buildings with a breathtaking beauty. In this dreamy atmosphere, you can find a café, sit by the window, admire the streetscape, and feel the warmth of the city. Central Avenue is not only a calling card of Harbin, but also a place where one will linger, waiting for every visitor to arrive and continue writing its own story.
The stone was polished by tens of millions of feet, and the afternoon sun slanted across the onion-top church, and the golden plaques spread over the Russian window-liners. The sweetness of the Madiel popsicles was mixed with the aroma of Russian bread, and the bran girl rubbed her shoulders with the old man in the Lei Feng hat, and the crispness of the ground. The old building wall is hidden in the folds of the years - once a white Russian noble cafe, now with northeast flower chair covers. Trams jingle, between, a century of snow and fireworks in the street corner, cold and warm.
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Tangwang River Linhai Qishishi Scenic Area
4.6
/5
1257 reviews
7.2
>100 km from downtown
Phone 0458-3574029
Address: Tangwanghe, Yichun, Heilongjiang, China
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Panoramic view of forest & rocks
Experience Northeast culture seasonally
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You can take an electric car to the innermost part, near the "Line of Sky." Then walk down the oxygen bar corridor. I heard the botanical garden is about five kilometers long, so I didn't go because I had limited time and energy. You can walk down to the Linhai Guanyin scenic spot and the Yougu Adventure scenic spot. I took the electric car with my children to visit both attractions. If you have the energy, you can walk along the oxygen bar corridor all the way to the exit.
We took the classic route, Yitiantian - Maitreya Peak - Linhai Guanyin and Yougu Adventure. There were a lot of chipmunks in the last two scenic spots. Remember to bring pine nuts. The children had a lot of fun feeding them.
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