Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park: A Coastal Pearl and Marine Wonderland
Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park is located at No. 9 Binhai Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian, Liaoning Province, covering an area of approximately 1.18 million square meters. It is one of China's first national 5A-level tourist attractions. The park focuses on showcasing marine culture, blending natural landscapes with artificial architecture, and is the largest marine-themed park in Northeast China. Its name originates from Laohutan Bay, where the park is situated, named for its shape resembling a crouching tiger. Since its official opening in 1990, Laohutan Ocean Park has received over 100 million visitors, becoming a landmark destination for Dalian tourism.
Overview
Dalian Laohutan Ocean Park is a large comprehensive marine park integrating marine animal performances, polar experiences, science education, sightseeing, and entertainment. The park is nestled between mountains and the sea, with beautiful natural scenery. It features Asia's largest coral hall, China's largest polar marine animal hall, and the country's first marine animal situational drama performances. The park houses six core venues: the Polar Hall, Coral Hall, Happy Theater, Marine Mammal Hall, Bird Forest, and Jurassic Dinosaur World. Additionally, the park boasts a 1.5-kilometer coastal boardwalk and multiple viewing platforms offering panoramic views of Laohutan Bay. The park receives over 3 million visitors annually, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northeast China.
