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Top places to visit in Dalian

6 places worth your time in Dalian, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Last updated 2026-08-09

1. Xinghai Square

Xinghai Square
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One of the largest city squares in the world, on reclaimed land, opening onto the bay.

2. Binhai Road

Binhai Road
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A coastal road along cliffs and beaches, walkable in sections and driveable end to end.

3. Russian Street

Russian Street
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A restored street of Tsarist-era buildings from the brief Russian administration.

4. Tiger Beach Ocean Park

Tiger Beach Ocean Park
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An aquarium and coastal park with a polar exhibit, on a headland south of the centre.

5. Lüshun (Port Arthur)

Lüshun (Port Arthur)
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The naval port fought over in two wars, with battlefield sites and a Russian-built old town.

6. Jinshitan Golden Pebble Beach

Jinshitan Golden Pebble Beach
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Coastal rock formations weathered into shapes, north-east of the city.

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