Top 50 Best Things to Do in Harbin

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Anonymous user

Arriving on the second day after opening, this is Harbin's iconic landmark, and I've long admired it. It feels like a huge undertaking, requiring a lot of manpower and resources. It only happens once a year, so I came to show my support. Before coming, I'd heard many people felt it lacked novelty and wasn't good value for money. The Ferris wheel requires waiting in line outdoors, which must be unbearable in low temperatures. I suggest the organizers add a small indoor museum displaying historical photos and a brief introduction to the ice blocks used in the ice sculptures and the creation process. Every year they say it gets bigger each year, but things tend to go to extremes. A return to simplicity isn't bad. While emphasizing innovation, let's not forget our original intentions.

Anonymous user

Extremely satisfied, highly recommended! It was my first time getting so close to the tigers in a special vehicle. The tigers in the tiger park displayed different postures, but most of them were gentle!

Nora A.

A scenic and relaxing ride offering beautiful views of the Songhua River and Harbin city. The cableway is smooth and well-organized, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. A great way to see Harbin from above, especially during winter.

Anonymous user

Harbin Polar Park offers a variety of exciting performances, such as the beluga whale show "Heart of the Ocean," where trainers dance with beluga whales to form shapes like the "Heart of the Ocean," and in 2024, it was upgraded to incorporate traditional Chinese elements; the dolphin show combines 3D holographic projection with a surprise appearance by mischievous penguins; the sea lion and walrus stand-up comedy show is performed humorously by the "Northeast Comedy Troupe"; and the water dance show features ballet dancers and mermaids performing in the water, creating a stunning spectacle with lighting effects.

M30***35

Truly excellent. A very pleasant visit; even my beloved Harbin has some great attractions. A worthwhile trip. It's like starting China's Louvre! I loved it.

亲亲母子

Volga Manor in winter was absolutely stunning for us southerners. The Russian-style architecture blended perfectly with the snow-covered landscape, making for incredibly photogenic photos. Definitely worth recommending.

Anonymous user

In order to enter the place, you have to purchase online via their wechat page; the guard will check your ticket and no counter to buy on the premises itself. The wechat page only accept personal accts so it’s hassle for foreigners like me whose wechat was linked to a bank card. Good thing, this is available here in Trip.com. I immediately buy here while I was waiting outside and in a few minutes, they sent me the Qr code for the entrance. Thank you so much!

黄金小薯条

Yabuli Ski Resort ⛷️🏂 is actually quite cost-effective outside of peak season because they have promotions! (Peak season is a different story... there's nothing you can do about it, for example, when the Ice and Snow World is open, or during Chinese New Year, that's peak season!) For beginners, I still recommend using skis 🎿 (you'll get the hang of it after a few falls) before trying snowboarding 🏂 (you'll fall and tumble, hahaha). Honestly, snowboarding is much harder than skiing ⛷️!

probality

It's worth a visit. Central Street is beautiful year-round, but crowds definitely dampen the experience. Summer is busiest, winter is least crowded. Winter is also beautiful and worth a visit if you're passing through. The distinctive features are the breadstone pavement, the adjacent Russian-style buildings, and the various lights and illuminations. If you're looking for a less crowded street, I recommend the Chinese Baroque Street in Daowai District (pictured). It has a similar style to Central Street and offers a variety of delicious food. It's also more affordable than Central Street. You can also go to the Xingyi Society for storytelling and crosstalk, where there are fewer crowds.

203***03

The scenery is truly spectacular and beautiful, like stepping into an underwater fairytale world. Watching the fish swimming freely in the large aquarium area is truly relaxing, and the storytelling performances are quite entertaining. It's like Harbin Disneyland, and it's every bit as good! Highly recommended!