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Essential Dalian Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors
By SANETRAVELLER | 1/19/2025 11:46:01 PM
Dalian, a vibrant coastal city in northeastern China, is known for its scenic beaches, modern architecture, and unique blend of Chinese and Russian influences. If you’re visiting Dalian for the first time, these essential tips will help you make the most of your trip:
1. Best Time to Visit
Dalian is a year-round destination, but the best time to visit is from May to October. During this period, the weather is pleasant, ideal for exploring beaches, parks, and outdoor attractions. Summer months are perfect for enjoying water sports and festivals.
2. Getting Around
The city has an efficient public transportation system, including buses, trams, and taxis. For a unique experience, try the historic trams, which are a legacy of Dalian’s colonial past. Ride-hailing apps like Didi are also convenient for getting around.
3. Currency and Payment
The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (CNY). While cash is still widely used, mobile payment apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay are incredibly popular. Ensure your payment methods are compatible with local systems.
4. Language Tips
While Mandarin is the official language, some locals speak a regional dialect. English is not widely spoken, so downloading a translation app or carrying a phrasebook is helpful. Learning a few basic Mandarin phrases can go a long way.
5. Must-Visit Attractions
Don’t miss popular spots like Xinghai Square, Tiger Beach Ocean Park, and Dalian Forest Zoo. For a relaxing day, visit Golden Pebble Beach or stroll along Binhai Road, known for its stunning coastal views.
6. Local Cuisine
Dalian is famous for its fresh seafood. Try dishes like steamed scallops, spicy clams, and sea cucumber. Don’t forget to sample the local snacks, such as Dalian-style pancakes and seafood dumplings.
7. Cultural Etiquette
Respect local customs and traditions. When visiting temples or traditional sites, dress modestly and follow rules for photography or conduct.
8. Safety and Essentials
Dalian is generally safe for tourists, but it’s wise to stay alert, especially in crowded areas. Carry a portable charger for your devices and stay hydrated while exploring.
By planning well and keeping these tips in mind, your first trip to Dalian will be a memorable adventure filled with culture, history, and natural beauty.
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Trip To China
By CAPTAINCOOK1944 | 1/4/2010 8:23:34 PM
To see the beauty of China visit the city of Dalian. They have several wonderful parks and attractions. The air is clean and the people are extremely friendly.
I visited in August and the temperature was much warmer than expected so bring light weight clothing. The food was wonderful and the selections are many including choices from Chinese dishes and Western dishes all prepared delightfully. The prices are very reasonable and portions are more than you can eat.
I look forward to a return visit.
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seafoods in Dalian
By FLOWER1985 | 7/12/2007 11:30:36 AM
i have been in Dalian for two years by now .it is different from other city in China.Pepple here are very nice to you and humor ,so they will make you laugh a lot !!!
the seafood in Dalian is very cheap and very fresh as well .it is a intresting thing to swim in the sea with fishes at summer time .
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Dalin Forest Zoo:-)
By CALIFORNIA | 2/26/2006 9:47:24 PM
The zoo was so large,and has two parts.One is limited area,and the other is natural area!You can see the animal from the bus,maybe a tiger or a lion catch up with your bus,terrible!But don't worry about it,we are safe!
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Dalian Polar Zoo!
By CALIFORNIA | 2/26/2006 9:41:43 PM
Dalian is a beautiful seaside city in China,and there was a polar zoo,so splendid!!!
You can see penguin,polar bear,whale......
Enjoy it!
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Sheng Li (Victory) Plaza
By RIAH8 | 2/3/2006 9:27:58 AM
Shopping paradise
tel: +86 (0)411 250 2618
address:Qing Ni Wa Bridge,(near the railway station)
Dalian, Liaoning,CN
Established by the prominent Taiwanese merchant Cai Chennan, this large shopping center has a full range of services and facilities such as shopping, dining, entertainment and sightseeing. Two gigantic towers form an open-air plaza resembling a Roman colosseum. The west tower has department stores and brand name fashion boutiques, while the east tower throngs with restaurants and pubs. The underground floors feature snack bars, entertainment halls and a parking lot.
open hours: 9am-10pm Daily
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Dalian Radio & Television Tower
By RIAH8 | 2/3/2006 9:25:31 AM
(on Moutain Lu (Green), south of Dalian Laodong Park)
Dalian, Liaoning
116011
Bus 2, 27 at Laodong Park
+86 (0)411 3638 345
Bring your cameras to this tourist attraction for it is a one-of-a-kind manmade spectacle. The tower soars 360 meters above sea level and boasts a foundation base of 190 meters which is a world record for girth. The tower sports three floors, each with a different attraction. The third floor's Observation Hall offers stunning views of Dalian and beyond. Several huge telescopes make it very popular with star buffs too. A revolving restaurant showcases the second floor, while the bottom floor is highlighted by an Internet cafe.
9am-6pm daily
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Dalian Forest Zoo
By RIAH8 | 2/3/2006 9:21:38 AM
http://www.dlzoo.com/English/index.htm
Dalian Forest Zoo is located at Baiyunyanshui, the beautiful spot in the south of Dalian. Facing the sea, the Forest zoo covers an area of 7.2 square kilometers with hills in its back.
The whole zoo is divided into six sections: herbivorous animals site, lions and tigers hill, black orangutans garden, monkey hill, bear hill, and Asian-elephant palace. The zoo exhibits more than 130 kinds of animals. The integrated District containing pandas, lesser pandas, flamingos, around-the-clock Tropical Rain Forest Palace, the Science Palace. All of these compose a rhythm of green and life, which makes the theme 'animals are human beings' friends forever' embodied everywhere in the zoo.
Three novel viaducts cross from South to North. The Sightseeing trains provide convenient access in the Zoo. Besides telephones, food service, children amusement places, the zoo also provides prams, cars for babies and the disabled.
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