2025 Dalian Summer Guide: Beer Festivals, Island Escapes & Seafood Feasts
by henrysunrise
Jul 13, 2025
Thank you for this super detailed guide to Haiwang Nine Islands! 🌊 I was instantly hooked after reading it—this authentic experience is a lifesaver for summer travel! Let me reorganize the highlights for you in a crystal-clear way~
🔥【Core Highlights】🔥
🌊 Untamed Beauty: Minimal commercialization, crystal-clear waters, and pristine island scenery
🦞 Seafood Feast: Freshly caught seafood served at homestay restaurants at unbelievably affordable prices
🚴♀️ Epic Island Loop: A 40-minute e-bike ride around the island with morning breezes and ocean views for ultimate relaxation
🌅 Sunrise Magic: Catch sunrise at Haiwang Peak or sunset at the International Lighthouse—every shot is postcard-worthy
🚢【Transport Guide】🚢
1️⃣ For Drivers:
Shenyang → Zhuanghe Port (3.5h)
Parking fee: ¥20/day (super cost-effective)
PS: Arrive early during peak season!
2️⃣ Ferry Tips:
📍 Boarding: Zhuanghe Port (bring ID!)
💰 Ticket: ¥65/person (one-way)
🚗 Car ferry: ¥280/vehicle (not necessary as island shuttle buses are available)
3️⃣ Island Transport:
🚌 Shuttle bus: ¥10-30 depending on destination
🛵 E-bike: ¥10/20 mins (highly recommended for dawn rides!)
🏡【Accommodation & Food】🏡
🏠 Beachfront Homestay:
2-minute walk to the beach
Instagram-worthy decor + ocean-view terrace
(Price: ¥400-600/night)
🍽️ Seafood Feast:
Fresh catches served at homestay restaurants
Live sea urchins/plump flying crabs/jumping fish
~¥80/person for a feast!
📸【Must-Visit Spots】📸
📍 Haiwang Peak
- 360° panoramic view of nine islands
- Best sunrise spot
- FREE!!!!
📍 International Lighthouse
- Century-old landmark
- Stunning sunset location
- ¥28 ticket totally worth it
📍 Black & White Rocks
- Natural bicolor reefs
- Ultra-photogenic
- Free to explore
📍 Elephant Island
- Resembles a drinking elephant
- Best viewed by boat
- Bring binoculars
📍 Fishing Boat Tour
- Fun combo of fishing & seagull feeding
- Includes oyster harvesting
- ¥100/person—highly recommended!
🎯【2-Day Itinerary】🎯
DAY1:
Noon arrival → Beach fun → Lighthouse sunset → Seafood feast
DAY2:
E-bike island loop → Island hopping & seagulls → Return
💡【Pro Tips】💡
✔️ Must-pack: Swimwear & floaties!
✔️ Apply sunscreen like armor!
✔️ Check ferry schedules in advance
✔️ Prioritize ocean-view rooms!
"This place fulfills all my island fantasies—undeveloped shores, cheap yet plump seafood, a bike-friendly tiny island, and summer night breezes ten times gentler than the city." 🌌
Post by VoyagerVisions23 | Aug 7, 2025













