Volga Manor, Harbin

Volga Manor, Harbin: A Complete Guide Volga Manor is a 4A-level scenic area with a strong Russian style, located in Chenggaozi Town, Xiangfang District, Harbin, on the banks of the Ashi River. - Transportation: - Taxi: About CNY 40 from Central Street. - Shuttle bus: CNY 30/person. Departs at 9:30 am from in front of the Zhulin Hotel (20 m from Exit 3 of the Meteorological Observatory Station on Metro Line 2, in front of the China Fire Brigade). Returns at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm from the manor parking lot. Book on the official WeChat account. - Bus: Take Bus 340 or Jiao 8 from Tongxiang Shopping Mall in Xiangfang District, transfer to Jiao 8 Zhi 3 at Chenggaozi Town, and get off at Volga Manor Station. - Tickets: CNY 165 at the door, CNY 120 for students, CNY 90 for children and seniors. There are also various discount tickets and packages. Check the official website or travel platforms before you go. - Route: Take the free shuttle bus on the right after entering to the Snow Maiden Castle, then visit the Vodka Exhibition Hall, Petrov Art Museum (play on the big slide), Ancient Sailing Ship, Tsaritsyno Castle (take the sled train), Red Sail Island (take photos of rime, take a horse-drawn sled), and St. Nicholas Church. - Entertainment: Castle slide CNY 20/time, horse-drawn sled and sled train CNY 30/time, small snow tube rental CNY 30/hour, snow spinning CNY 30/time. - Photo spots: In addition to the attractions, the snow and ice field on the left after entering and the small forest in front of the Masha Store are also great for photos. - Food: - Golden Ring Restaurant: Authentic Russian cuisine, such as borscht, roast lamb leg, and Russian sausage platter. Some ingredients are imported from Russia. - Russian Bakery: Handmade Russian bread and desserts, such as black bread and honey cake, with authentic flavors. - Northeastern Stew: Iron pot stewed goose, sauerkraut and pork pot, for an authentic Northeastern taste. - Accommodation: - Russian-themed hotel in the manor: CNY 600–1,200/night. Warm and comfortable rooms, some with snow views, for an immersive Russian experience. - City accommodation: More choices, a wider price range, and more transportation, shopping, and food options, but you need to allow time to get to the manor. Tips: The manor is colder than the city, so wear more clothes and bring enough warmers. Bring a thermos. There are hot water supply points in the park. Enter the park early to have enough time to play and avoid the peak crowds.