Harbin in winter is amazing! Who understands the joy of -20°C~ This guide will help you explore the Ice City of the North, with a personally tested 4-day, 3-night essential itinerary, photos and food

Harbin in winter is amazing! Who understands the joy of -20°C~ This guide will help you explore the Ice City of the North, with a personally tested 4-day, 3-night essential itinerary, ensuring you don't miss out on photos or food❄️

✨Highlight Itinerary:
Day 1:
Central Street (must-try Madie'er Ice Cream) - Saint Sophia Cathedral (stunning night view) - Flood Control Monument (Songhua River photo spot) - Laodaowai (Baroque-style district)

Day 2:
Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Art Expo (giant snow sculptures are incredibly impressive) - Polarland (don't miss the beluga whale show) - Harbin Ice and Snow World (absolutely stunning after the lights turn on at 18:00)

Day 3:
Volga Manor (Russian-style architecture, great for photos) - Siberian Tiger Park (see big cats up close) - Gogol Street (artsy photo spot)

Day 4:
Yabuli Ski Resort (beginners can choose beginner slopes) - Before returning, visit Qiulin Company (first choice for buying red sausage)

🔥Practical Tips:
1. Harbin Station to Central Street is only 15 minutes by Metro Line 2.
2. Entering Harbin Ice and Snow World at 3 PM is the most cost-effective, allowing you to see both daytime ice sculptures and nighttime light shows.
3. You must try Guo Bao Rou (recommended Laochujia), BBQ (Jingangshan is super popular), and Iron Pot Stew (Shanhetun offers generous portions).

🍡Must-Try Food:
- Red Sausage: Recommended to buy Shangwei/Qiulin Lidaosi.
- Russian Cuisine: Tados/Huamei Western Restaurant.
- Candied Hawthorn Skewers: Freshly made on Central Street are super delicious.

⚠Note:
Wear a thick down jacket + snow boots + thermal underwear.
Bring extra hand warmers to keep your phone warm.
Bring two extra camera batteries (low temperatures drain power very quickly).

Post by Ellie@012 Cox | Jul 9, 2025