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Dalian Jinshitan Resort Travel Guide [Coke]Jinshitan is a national 5A-level tourist attraction located in Jinzhou District, Dalian. It is famous for its unique marine erosion landforms, golden sandy beaches, and abundant entertainment options, making it one of the most popular seaside resorts in Northeast China. --- [Tree]1. Basic Information - Address: Jinshitan National Tourist Resort, Jinzhou District, Dalian - Opening Hours: - Seaside Bathing Beach: June to September, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (swimming allowed in summer) - Geological Park/Discovery Kingdom: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (some night sessions open) - Tickets (2024 reference): - Jinshitan Seaside Bathing Beach: Free - Jinshitan Geological Park: ¥60 (includes Turtle Back Stone, Dinosaur Drinking Sea, etc.) - Discovery Kingdom Theme Park: ¥260 (adult ticket, night session ¥180) - Jinshi Wax Museum: ¥80 - Combo tickets: More cost-effective for some attractions --- [CityNight]2. Must-Visit Attractions & Recommended Routes (1) Natural Wonders - Jinshitan Geological Park **(core attraction) - Turtle Back Stone (rare worldwide, known as "The World's Number One Strange Stone") - Dinosaur Drinking Sea (marine erosion landform resembling a dinosaur drinking water) - Jinshi Garden (natural stone forest, great for photos) - Golden Coast - Fine sandy beach, suitable for swimming and sunbathing, crowded in summer - Water activities like jet skiing and beach volleyball available (2) Entertainment Experiences - Discovery Kingdom Theme Park (Northeast China’s version of "Disney") - Thunder Chariot (thrilling roller coaster) - Crazy Cobra (launch roller coaster) - Water Bumper Cars (a must-play in summer, expect to get wet!) - Night shows: fireworks, light parades (summer only) - Jinshi Golf Club - 18-hole international standard course, ideal for upscale leisure (3) Cultural and Educational - Jinshi Wax Museum (celebrity wax figures, great for photos) - Mystery of Life Museum (biological specimen displays, family-friendly) - Mao Zedong Historical Collection Museum (red culture exhibition) (4) Recommended Itineraries 1-day tour (nature + entertainment): Morning: Geological Park (Turtle Back Stone, Dinosaur Drinking Sea) → Noon: Seafood feast Afternoon: Swimming/water activities at Golden Coast → Evening: Discovery Kingdom night session 2-day tour (in-depth experience): Day 1: Geological Park + Golden Coast + Wax Museum Day 2: Full day at Discovery Kingdom --- [Bus]3. Transportation Guide (1) From Dalian City to Jinshitan - Light Rail: Take the fast rail Line 3 from Dalian Railway Station (towards Jinshitan, get off at the terminal, about 1 hour, fare ¥8) - Bus: - From Dalian North Station, take Changhe Line 801 (about 1.5 hours) - From Development Zone, take Jinshitan Line 1 or 2 - Self-drive/Taxi: - About 1 hour from downtown Dalian (navigate to "Jinshitan Resort") - Parking fee about ¥10-20 per time (2) Within the Scenic Area - Sightseeing Mini Train: ¥20 per person (loop tour of main attractions) - Shared bikes/electric scooters: suitable for coastal rides --- 🛌4. Accommodation Recommendations - High-end resorts: Luneng Hilton, Hard Rock Hotel (near Discovery Kingdom) - Cost-effective options: Jinshitan Resort Hotel, guesthouses (¥200-500/night) - Camping experience: Golden Coast Camping Base (open in summer) --- 🍱5. Food Recommendations - Must-try seafood: - Sea urchin dumplings, grilled squid, menzi (Dalian specialty snacks) - Recommended restaurants: Jinshitan Seafood Street, Yujia’ao - Russian Western cuisine: Discovery Kingdom themed restaurant - Snack stalls: grilled seafood and teppanyaki squid by Golden Coast --- [Pushpin]6. Practical Tips Best season: June to September (swimming allowed), September to October (fewer crowds, beautiful scenery) Essentials: Sunscreen, swimsuit, slippers, sunglasses Discovery Kingdom tips: - Arrive early to reduce queues, prioritize popular rides (like Thunder Chariot) - Don’t miss the night fireworks show (summer weekends) ❌ Pitfalls to avoid: - Geological Park tides vary greatly, check low tide times before visiting - Bargain carefully at seafood markets to avoid being overcharged --- [Trunk]7. Nearby Attractions - Dalian Binhai Road (hiking with sea views) - Lüshunkou (naval port historical sites) - Bangchuidao Island (leaders’ vacation spot) --- [Awesome]Jinshitan combines natural wonders, theme parks, and seaside leisure. Whether traveling with family, on a romantic getaway, or with friends, everyone can find joy! Plan ahead and enjoy Dalian’s blue sea and sky~