Shenyang Winter Exclusive Customization

Prerequisites for the Trip 1. Clothing: Down jacket + fleece-lined pants + snow boots + gloves + hat + mask. Inner layers should be quick-drying; if you're sensitive to cold, add thermal underwear/down liner. Bring extra camera batteries, as they drain quickly in low temperatures. 2. Transportation: Primarily subway and taxis. Stay near Zhongjie/Shenyang North Railway Station for maximum convenience. 3. Ticket Booking: Book tickets in advance for the Forbidden City, Zhang's Mansion, and Liaoning Provincial Museum on official platforms. Most museums and cultural venues are closed on Mondays, so avoid traveling on Mondays. 4. Winter Opening Hours (Reference 2025.10-2026.4): Forbidden City 08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00); Zhang's Mansion 09:00-16:30 (last entry 16:00); Liaoning Provincial Museum 09:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00, closed Mondays) Day 1: Ancient Shenyang Charm + Old City Fireworks + Snow and Ice Night View • 09:00-11:30 Shenyang Imperial Palace (Stunning photos against the backdrop of red walls and white snow; walk the central and eastern routes to see the Dazheng Hall and Chongzheng Hall; a combined ticket is more cost-effective; indoor facilities are heated and you can rest.) • 12:00 Lunch on Zhongjie Street: Laobian Dumplings (stir-fried/pan-fried dumplings), paired with sesame paste ice cream from Zhongjie Ice Cream City; alternatively, Lao Siji Mixed Noodles + Chicken Frame. • 14:00-16:30 Zhang's Mansion + Zhao Si's Building (Full of Republic of China style, great for photos of the snow-covered Daqinglou and Tiger Hall; warm indoor facilities, a place to rest when tired). • 17:30-20:00 Old Beishi Market (Visit the intangible cultural heritage market, watch the Phoenix Flying Apsaras light show; lanterns and snow-covered night scenes make for great photos; enjoy grilled cold noodles, stir-fried mung bean jelly, and roasted sweet potatoes; crowded but lively in the evening). • Accommodation: Manji Hotel near Century Building Experience a Shenyang bathhouse in the evening (public bathhouse near Century Building, including body scrubbing and sauna, 60-80 RMB per person, good for warming up and relieving fatigue). Day 2: Ice and Snow Carnival + Cultural Ending + Authentic Cuisine • 09:00-12:00 Qipanshan Ice and Snow World (approximately 40 minutes by taxi; must-dos include snow tubing, ice slides, and ice bikes; take photos of giant snow sculptures, ice castles, and the frozen surface of Xiuhu Lake; less crowded in the morning, no need to queue) • 12:30 Eat Northeastern-style stew near the scenic area (ribs/chicken stew with mushrooms, served with cornbread, warming and comforting, 60-70 RMB per person) • 14:00-16:00 Liaoning Provincial Museum (free; see Liao and Jin dynasty artifacts and calligraphy exhibitions; learn about Northeastern history and culture; directly accessible by subway, convenient for return trip) • Before returning home: Buy Korean rice cakes and kimchi as souvenirs at Xita Style Street; or have another barbecue in the city. Budget & Avoidance Tips 1. Average budget per person: Accommodation 150-200 RMB/night; entrance fees around 100 RMB; food 200-300 RMB/person; transportation within 100 RMB; total approximately 600-900 RMB. 2. Wear waterproof gloves for snow activities, and put your phone in a warm bag; try to go to Qipanshan in the morning, as it's windier and colder in the afternoon. 3. Shower before soaking in the hot springs to avoid blood pressure fluctuations; do not soak in hot springs/hot pools after drinking alcohol or on an empty stomach. 4. Don't eat too much at once at Laobeishi or Zhongjie snack shops to avoid stomach upset. Additional Tips • Photography: Strong light in snowy weather, adjust your camera's white balance to be cooler for a whiter snow scene; the Forbidden City, Marshal's Mansion, and Laobeishi are less crowded in the early morning after a snowfall, making them ideal for photos. • Return trip: Liaoning Provincial Museum is close to the subway, so you can take the subway directly to Shenyang Station/Shenyang North Station, making the return trip very convenient.