The East Sea Coast — Overview of Fun in Lingang
by Oliver Cook95 ~
Aug 5, 2025
🌟 Shanghai Astronomy Museum: The largest planetarium in the country, themed around the "universe," featuring exhibition areas like "Homeland," "Universe," and "Journey." It has a giant Earth model, simulated space capsules, and offers experiences such as VR moonwalks and using astronomical telescopes for observation.
🌟 Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park: Featuring marine culture, it has five major themed zones including Mermaid Bay and Polar Town, with six animal exhibition halls. You can watch nine star shows like the killer whale science show and dolphin romance.
🌟 Yaoxue Ice and Snow World: The world's largest indoor ski resort, with a 60-meter vertical drop and a 1200-meter-long track. It offers three ski slopes of varying difficulty, plus snow entertainment, ice skating, and water play for various sports and leisure experiences.
🌟 Dishui Lake: The largest artificial freshwater lake in Shanghai, shaped like a circle. There is an 8-kilometer cycling path around the lake where you can rent bikes, and you can also play at Dishui Lake Children's Park, which has over 79 non-powered facilities.
🌟 Nanhui Mouth Seaside Park: Located at the southeast corner of Lingang New City, it features the famous landmark sculpture "Siman Fish." The sea dike is perfect for photos and offers beautiful seaside views.
🌟 Starry Sky Sponge Park: A popular check-in spot, the cherry blossom avenue inside the park is stunning during the blooming season, and you can also camp and picnic here.
Food Recommendations
🌟 Axin Seafood Processing Workshop: A "veteran internet-famous" seafood restaurant in Lingang, known for "high quality at low prices," specializing in fresh small seafood like white rice shrimp, white-cut chicken, and swimming crab.
🌟 Luchao Port Seafood Street: The seafood hub of Lingang, gathering dozens of seafood shops and restaurants where you can select and have your seafood freshly prepared. Seasonal swimming crab and special jellyfish soup are recommended.
🌟 One Foot Garden: A trendy café facing Dishui Lake, offering coffee, light meals, and desserts. It’s perfect to visit at sunset to enjoy the romantic blend of lake light and dusk.
📍 Accommodation Suggestions
🌟 InterContinental Shanghai Dishui Lake: Located on the south island of Dishui Lake, the hotel is well-equipped and offers beautiful lake views with convenient surrounding transportation.
🌟 Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park Resort Hotel: If you plan to visit Haichang Ocean Park, this hotel is very convenient. It is filled with ocean-themed elements, allowing children to immerse themselves in the marine atmosphere.
Itinerary Suggestions
Here’s a quick two-day, one-night guide!
1️⃣ Day 1: In the morning, head to Shanghai Astronomy Museum for an immersive interstellar experience; in the afternoon, arrive at Dishui Lake to cycle around the lake or play in the children’s park; in the evening, enjoy the sunset at One Foot Garden.
2️⃣ Day 2: In the morning, visit Haichang Ocean Park to watch various marine animal performances and exhibits; in the afternoon, go to Nanhui Mouth Seaside Park to enjoy the seaside scenery and taste seafood at Luchao Port Seafood Street.
Post by Oliver Cook95 ~ | Aug 5, 2025













