Attractions in Shenyang
Updated: 2014-11-10
Shenyang Imperial Palace
The Shenyang Imperial Palace, in the center of Shenyang city, is the former imperial palace of the early Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It was built in 1625 and the first three Qing emperors lived there from 1625 to 1644. Since the end of monarchy in China, the palace has been converted into a museum.
In 2004, it was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List as an extension of the Imperial Palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, or the Forbidden City, which sites inBeijing.
Address : No 171, Shenyang Road, Shenhe District
Tel: 024-24843001
Open hours: April 10 – October 10
08:30 - 17:30
October 11-April 9
09:30- 16:30
Closed on every Monday morning, opens from 13:00 (Besiedes national holidays and July and August)
Dongling Park (Fu Tomb of Qing Dynasty)
The Fuling Tomb also known as the East Tomb is the mausoleum of Nurhaci, the founding emperor of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), and his wife. It served as the main site for ritualistic ceremonies conducted by the imperial family during the entire Qing Dynasty. Located in the eastern part of Shenyang city, the Fuling Tomb has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004.
Address : No 210, Dongling Street, Dongling District
Tel: 024- 88031748
Open hours: 07:30 - 17:30
Beiling Park (Zhao Tomb of the Qing Dynasty)
Zhaoling is a park in the northern part of Shenyang. The park covers an area of 3,300,000 square meters, and contains many historical buildings, pine trees and lakes. The park was constructed in 1927. Zhaoling is the tomb of the second Qing emperor. The construction of the tomb started in 1643 and finished in 1651. There is also a Children's Garden within the park. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Address : No 12, Taishan Road, Huanggu District
Tel: 024- 8689 6294
Open Hours: Summer 07:00 - 18:00 (08:00 - 17:00 in Winter)
The 9.18 Historical Museum
The museum is located on Wanghua Nan Street, in Dadong District. Using audio - visual media, numerous historical exhibition pieces, photos, pictures and information, the museum documents the "18th September Incident" of 1931 when Japanese forces attacked Shenyang.
Address : No 46, Wanghua Street, Dadong District
Tel: 024- 2484 2454 / 2485 0461
Open Hours: 08:30 - 16:30
Residence of Zhang Xueliang
This house was owned by Zhang Zuolin, Marshal of the army in 1914, and his son Zhang Xueliang, a famous patriot. The mansion is famous not only for these two persons but also for its architectural interests.
Address : No 46, Shaoshuaifu Alley, Chaoyang Street, Shenhe District
Tel: 024- 8832 0918
Open Hours: 08:30 - 16:30
Liaoning Industrial Exhibition Hall
Liaoning Industrial Exhibition Hall is divided into many small units selling ladies and children's clothes, underwear, bedding and textiles. There is a separate hall where various exhibitions are held.
Address : No 1, Caita Street, Shenhe District
Tel: 024- 2389 6210 / 23891632
Open Hours: 09:00 - 21:00
Xita ( Korean Town)
Xita is Shenyang's Korean quarter with many Korean restaurants, shops and bars.
Address : Xita street, Heping District
International Horticultural Exposition
The 2006 China Shenyang International Horticultural Exposition, with a theme of 'coexisting harmoniously with nature' was held in May 1st to October 31st, 2006 in the Botanical Gardens Shenyang. The exhibition covered an area of more than 5 square kilometers. Following the exhibition the extensive gardens are still open to the public and make a very enjoyable day out for family and friends alike.
Address : Qipan Mountain Scenery Area
Tel: 024- 8803 8035 / 8803 8036
Open Hours: 09:00 - 17:00, Tickets stop being sold at 16:00
Shenyang's Magic Slope
The Magic Slope is an 80 meter long by 15 meter wide optical anomaly which gives the peculiar sensation of struggling down-hill and easily hiking up-hill.
Address : Qingshuitai Town, Xinchengzi Dristrict
Tel: 024- 8986 4177 / 8975 8143
Open Hours: 09:00 - 16:30
Royal Ocean World
Royal Ocean World is 7 km from the south gate of Shenyang Botanical Garden or about a 7 minute drive from the International Horticultural Exposition. Royal Ocean World attractions include: Polar Region, Beluga Exhibition, Shark Feeding Region, Great Barrier Reef Mermaid Show, Dolphin Show, Tropic Rain Forest Region, Seabed Tunnel Region with 4 Themes and Ocean General Science Region.
Address : Located between Shenyang and Fushun in Gaowan Economic Development Zone
Tel: 024- 2250 0888
Open Hours: 08:00 - 17:00
Baiqingzhai Ski Area
The pleasant Baiqingzhai Ski Area is set in mature forests and is relatively easy to get to. The ski area caters to various levels and styles including both junior and senior paths, free style skiing, and various other attractions.
Address :Baiqingzhai County, Sujiatun District
Tel: 024- 8693 0246
Open Hours: 08:00 - 17:00