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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Wafangdian [2025]
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Shenyang Imperial Palace
4.7
/5
31129 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 107.49
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
Saved by 546 users22504 positive reviews
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Apart from the large crowds and hot weather, it is well worth visiting. The exhibits and buildings are beautiful. Nurhaci's palace and dragon throne are majestic and stunning. If there are few people, the photos will be great.
## Half Day at the Forbidden City in Shenyang
The sun blazed, the crowds crowded, and sweat billowed.
The red walls and yellow tiles stood silently amid the clamor. In the warmth of history, I read about the dynastic past of the Qing dynasty, the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty.
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Marshal Zhang's Mansion Museum
4.7
/5
27890 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 10.36
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
Saved by 231 users23630 positive reviews
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Zhang Xueliang's former residence, also known as Zhang's Shuaifu, Grand Shuaifu or Shaoshuaifu, is located in Shaoshuaifu Lane, Chaoyang Street, Shenhe District, Shenyang City, Liaoning Province. It is the official residence and private house of Zhang Zuoliang and his eldest son Zhang Xueliang. Zhang Xueliang's former residence was built in the Republic of China for three years and has been expanding since. The old residences have different architectural styles, including Chinese traditional style, Chinese and Western style, Roman style, Nordic style, Japanese style. Zhang Xueliang's former residence includes a number of cultural relics such as Sanjin Siheyuan, Daqinglou, Xiaoqinglou, Zhao Yixuan's former residence, which is a large-scale and well-preserved celebrity residence in the Northeast region.
It was too hot on the day I went there, and there were so many people. The scenic spot itself was pretty good. After watching the TV series "Young Marshal", I always wanted to go and see the real thing. The big brothel was really shocking.
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Liugong Island
4.6
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23805 reviews
8.3
Based on 203 reviews
Weihai Downtown Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0631-5287807
Address: No. 101-2, Haibin North Road, Huancui District, Weihai City (Liugong Island Tourist Terminal)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Deer watching at seaside forest
Sino-Japanese War museum recreates battles
Saved by 117 users15826 positive reviews
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There were many people during the summer vacation, and the scenic area's scheduling ability was quite good. The queues for the boat and the island bus were not long, but the submarine was too crowded, so I gave up. The island is very big, and if I just walked, my legs would be worn out in this hot weather.
Weihai is a scenic spot worth visiting. It is very crowded during the summer vacation and you need to take a boat to the island. The scenery on the island is nice and the sea breeze makes you not want to leave. There are mainly forts, warships, submarines, zoos, memorial halls and museums to visit. The historical education significance is greater than the entertainment significance.
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Penglai Pavilion
4.6
/5
15683 reviews
8.0
From AU$ 21.59
Based on 252 reviews
Penglai Pavilion/Aquarium/PengChang Passenger Term | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0535-5621111
Address: On the cliff of Linhai, 1.5 kilometers northwest of Yingbin Road, Penglai City, Yantai City
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
Highlights:
One of four famous towers
Panoramic view & sea convergence
Saved by 286 users9290 positive reviews
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The area is quite remote, and a long taxi ride from Yantai. However, the scenic spots are well worth the trip, both for the site itself and for its historical and cultural significance. The bluest sea you can see in Yantai is from Penglai Pavilion. However, the yacht fees are quite high, and there's not much good food in the area. Prices are also quite high.
Yes, the weather is too hot. . . . There are also a lot of people. . . It is not recommended to come over in summer, it is too guilty. . . . All kinds of consumption are so high. . . . . The price/performance ratio is generally [scenery] OK. . .
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Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park
4.4
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27065 reviews
7.9
From AU$ 45.33
Based on 537 reviews
Laohutan Ocean Park/Fisherman Pier | 87.8 km from downtown
Phone 0411-82046666
Address: No. 9 Binhai Middle Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Cable car for Tiger Beach views
Cable car view of Tiger Beach
Saved by 512 users11697 positive reviews
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Laohutan Ocean Park wasn't as big as I'd imagined. I even got a map before going, but once inside, I realized I didn't need one. For independent travelers like us, following the tour agency's directions was more helpful than a guide. The shows were quite good, and a must-see. And if you follow the tour agency's directions, the shows flowed seamlessly from one to the next. The park is quite old. I thought I'd be able to see it all in at least five hours, but it ended up taking just over three.
The Polar Pavilion show was fantastic. It's peak summer season, so be sure to reserve a seat in advance!
Also, you need to re-enter the Polar Pavilion with your ticket; you can't re-enter.
The Happy Theater was also nice, but it's open-air. We arrived late and it was incredibly hot, which really ruined the experience.
We didn't visit the Marine Zoo because we were exhausted, but the Coral Pavilion is a must-see. You need to find the right angle and timing for photos to be truly effective.
The Bird's Singing Forest is outside the park, a bit of a walk away. Because we visited many of the Qianguqing scenic areas and saw so many parrot shows, they were all the same, so after seeing the baby flamingos, we skipped the show and didn't return to the park. We took a taxi directly to Fisherman's Wharf. You can also see it inside Tiger Beach Park, but if you're just looking for photos, it's not necessary. It's a short walk, but after walking around for so long and exhausting, getting to Fisherman's Wharf was quite a challenge. It took about 20 minutes. We took a taxi there, took a few photos of the fishing boats, and then the seagulls. After feeding the seagulls inside the park, we lost interest and went straight to Pinhuanlou for dinner.
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The Scenic Area of Shanhai Pass
4.5
/5
5602 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 10.80
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 181 users3489 positive reviews
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Arrived at Shanhaiguan, the first pass in the world, saw the sea, and visited many old objects, barracks, and the big pot that could feed 1,000 people in ancient times. It was quite meaningful.
The tour lasted an hour, and after leaving Shanhaiguan, I took the kids on a mecha ride. It's best to plan a three-hour trip to and from my homestay in the ancient city. I didn't plan well enough, fearing that tickets wouldn't be accepted to the Great Wall Museum after midnight, which led to a bit of a rush. Fortunately, Jiaoshan is not far from the ancient town, making it a perfect connection. The guide was a local girl, very kind.
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Shenyang Fantawild Adventure
4.9
/5
45692 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 34.32
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 351 users43641 positive reviews
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I bought an annual pass so my family could come together. The kids loved it, and the adults were able to have fun too. It was packed, the parking lot was large, and getting around was convenient. The facilities were comprehensive, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Renting a car would have been even more convenient. There were also many activities. It was a great experience for both adults and children to have a great time.
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Shendiao Wild Animal Nature Reserve
4.6
/5
9972 reviews
7.7
From AU$ 14.68
Based on 11 reviews
Shendiao Wild Animal Nature Reserve/Chengshantou | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0631-7834888
Address: Xixiakou Village, Chengshan Town, Rongcheng City, Weihai City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Close-up roars & chirps experience
Over ten unique zoos within the park
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1. Nestled against the mountains and facing the sea, in this natural oxygen bar, Siberian tigers lazily stroll across the lawn, and ring-tailed lemurs cling to the railings, begging for apples. Every step feels like stepping into a fairytale animal kingdom.
2. From the thrill of the wild beasts to the soothing touch of the adorable pets, watch the red pandas crunching bamboo, listen to the cheerful splashing of sea lions during their performance, and even the breeze wafts with the scent of happiness—this is perhaps the most heartwarming connection between humans and nature.
[Fun] Unique
[Scenery] Mountains and Sea
I saw a lot of rare animals, and the silly eyes of the little animals were really endearing. The zoo is really big, and you can see amphibians from land, sea and air, which is very suitable for bringing children to play.
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Dalian Forest Zoo
4.6
/5
13084 reviews
7.6
From AU$ 8.42
Based on 420 reviews
Fujiazhuang Beach/Silver beach | 88.9 km from downtown
Phone 0411-82476998
Address: No. 60 Yingchun Road, Nanshidao Street, Xigang District, Dalian
Recommended sightseeing time: 4-6 hours
Highlights:
Walk in free-range area to see animals
7.2 sq mi & 200+ animals
Saved by 504 users8049 positive reviews
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The hotel is conveniently located just downstairs from Exit C of Lianhe Road on Line 2. The hotel rooms are small, but well-equipped, comfortable and clean. The TV can be projected, so you can watch your favorite movies after a trip. It feels like home. A faster internet speed would be perfect.
Enter from the north gate, take the cable car, then visit the free-range area and take a Ferris wheel. I especially recommend the Ferris wheel because it has air conditioning and is not hot at all. It also provides water and you can watch the Sky Crossing Bridge.
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Nandaihe Whelx Island
4.0
/5
2164 reviews
7.5
Nandaihe Central District | >100 km from downtown
Phone 0335-4053896
Address: No. 1 Huanhai Road, Funing District, Qinhuangdao City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
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It was scorching hot when we went. We queued for over two hours to take the cable car there, and then another two hours to take the cable car back. My child said she still hadn't had enough. It was a pretty good experience!
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Nandaihe Xianluo Island
As the second on the list of Hebei parent-child attractions, the more than 1,000-meter cross-sea cableway is the core highlight - overlooking the blue sea and golden sand in the sea breeze, romantic and film-worthy (but the queue can be up to 2-3 hours during holidays, it is recommended to avoid peak hours). There are many ways to play on the island: thrill lovers can challenge sea bungee jumping and hurricane chairlifts, and families can stroll along the sea-viewing corridor and check in at the conch fairy sculpture, which can be completed in 1-2 hours. The 7.4-point rating confirms its "beautiful scenery + strong interactivity", which is suitable for couples to check in romantically or for parent-child short trips. The only shortcoming is the high queue pressure during peak hours.
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