5-Day Dalian Tour｜Hidden Gem Guide, Bookmark It

🌟 Dalian 5-Day In-Depth Travel Guide 🗓️ 5-Day Itinerary Day 1️⃣: Ocean Exploration Day · Immersive Science Experience Laohutan Ocean Park Must-visit venues: Polar Pavilion: Penguin parade, beluga and dolphin shows. Coral Pavilion: Jellyfish wall photo spot, interactive pool to touch starfish. Bird Paradise: Parrot show, children can feed pigeons. Day 2️⃣: Sea, Land, and Air Trio · Romance and Adventure 🌊 Morning: Bangchuidao Island · Japanese-style Freshness Activities: Collect pebbles by the sea (no taking away), shoot “loneliness” themed photos on the rocky shore. 🚢 Afternoon: Donggang Sailing Trip Hidden activity: Let kids steer the boat for 5 minutes, captain awards a “Little Captain” certificate. 🌃 Evening: Dalian Star Ferris Wheel Best time: Board 30 minutes before sunset to overlook the cross-sea bridge lights. Day 3️⃣: Fairy Tale World Day · European Style and Technology 🏰 Morning: Oriental Water City · Gondola Ride Route: Depart from “Sea Melody” pier, pass through bridge tunnels to see the light show (after 7:00 PM). Photo spots: Blue church, street performer area. 🎢 Afternoon: Fly Over Dalian 5D Cinema Tip: Minimum height 1m, children who wear glasses are advised to sit in the back row. Day 4️⃣: Beach Family Fun Day · Energy and Delicious Food 🏖️ Tahewan Happy Coast Fun activities: Non-motorized playground: climbing nets, swings. Beach ATV: children must be accompanied by parents. 🐚 Hidden activity: Tide pooling after low tide (ask staff for tide times), dig for small crabs. Day 5️⃣: Green Wilderness Day · Ranch and Souvenirs 🌿 Sanhuan Ranch Interactive experiences: Feed lambs, milk cows (reservation required). Camping area: rent tents, bring your own picnic mat. Photo spots: autumn grassland + windmills, wear white or denim clothing. 🍽️ Food Highlights Seafood meals: Pinhailou (Laohutan branch): abalone rice (half portion available for children), three-flavor steamed jelly. Haiwei Dangjia (Xinghai branch): steamed seafood (children have their own small steamer). Snack street: Zhongyuan Street: fried steamed jelly (with garlic sauce + sesame paste), Dalian grilled squid (choose “old brand” stalls). Hidden menu: Xiding Sea Urchin Dumplings: sea urchin dumplings (half portion available) + pumpkin porridge for children. Local eating style: spicy stir-fried clams with rice, eat seafood and beer separately (to avoid stomach discomfort). 💡 Super Practical Tips Collection Dressing tips: October in Dalian has big temperature differences between day and night, wear a thin sweater + windbreaker + long pants, bring a light down jacket (it’s windy by the sea). 🎉 Hidden Easter Eggs · Make Your Trip More Fun Laohutan Polar Pavilion Overnight Stay: sleep with penguins (book 1 month in advance, suitable for children over 6). Oriental Water City Light Show: music fountain + light show every Friday/Saturday at 7:30 PM. Sanhuan Ranch Autumn Activities: “Harvest Festival” on October weekends, experience sweet potato digging and apple picking. Quickly save this guide and unlock Dalian’s autumn fairy tale with your kids! 🐳🍂