Harbin's romance is not just Central Street! Unlock the super cute snow sculpture world of Sun Island with your kids

In winter, Sun Island is the "gentle version" of Harbin's ice and snow art. Compared to the extreme grandeur of the Ice and Snow World, the Snow Sculpture Expo here is full of childlike fun and creativity, making it a winter dreamland specially designed for families with children. ☃️ Must-read guide for family trips to Sun Island Snow Sculpture Expo The star is "snow," not "ice": This is a world of snow sculptures. The huge main snow sculpture looks like a snowy mountain castle, with various themed snow sculptures scattered throughout the park, from cartoon characters to world-famous landmarks, vivid and colorful (some snow sculptures are painted), perfect for taking stunning photos. Highly interactive experience: Kids can crawl through the snow maze, laugh on the snow slides, and take photos with their favorite snow sculptures. Many sculptures have areas where visitors can touch and climb, offering much more interaction than ice sculptures that can only be viewed from a distance. Warm indoor venues: The park includes indoor places like the "Russian Style Town" (partially open in winter) and the "Sun Island Art Museum." When you get cold, you can go inside to warm up and enjoy exotic culture and artistic atmosphere. Encounter the "snow squirrels": The island has a good ecological environment, and you can often see lively squirrels jumping among the snow and pine branches, adding a touch of wild charm to your trip. 🏛️ Accommodation recommendation: Experience Russian style It is recommended to stay near Central Street on the opposite side of the Songhua River. Recommended hotels are "Harbin Aoluguya Hotel" or "Harbin Taigongguan 1903 Hotel." They are full of history and exotic charm, right in the bustling district, convenient for dining, shopping, and going to the riverbank. From Central Street, you can walk to the Flood Control Monument and take a cable car or walk across the river to reach Sun Island. Booking through Trip.com is very convenient. 🎪 Combined play with Ice and Snow World Play at Sun Island (Snow Sculpture Expo) during the day and Ice and Snow World (ice sculptures) at night. This is the classic Harbin winter combination. The two face each other across the river and are easily connected by cable car or taxi/ride-hailing. Note: Ice and Snow World mainly features giant ice buildings and lighting, with few indoor rest areas and colder temperatures. It is recommended for older children with better stamina. 🧤 Harbin winter family survival tips Clothing: "Warmth" is the only rule! Thick down jackets, down pants, waterproof and non-slip snow boots, wool socks, hats, scarves, gloves (preferably two pairs, one thin touchscreen-friendly pair and one thick ski glove) fully equipped. Warm packs: Stick warm packs behind your phone, on your soles, and on your back—they are lifesavers. Skincare: The temperature difference between indoors and outdoors is huge, so children’s face cream and lip balm must be reapplied frequently. Timing: Visit Sun Island during the day to take advantage of the relatively warm sunlight. Finish before 4 p.m. to prepare for transfer or return. The Sun Island Snow Sculpture Expo is like a huge, open snow sculpture art gallery, full of imagination and friendliness. It allows children to fall in love with the northern winter through art and play.