Yalu River Cruise
鸭绿江游船
Boats leave from the pier beside the broken bridge and sail close to the North Korean bank of Sinuiju, offering views of shipyards, villages and fishing boats across the water; it is a signature experience of Dandong's border tourism.
The Yalu River cruise pier sits beside the broken bridge and Yalu River Park. There are large sightseeing boats and speedboats. The trip lasts about 30 to 40 minutes, sailing between the Friendship Bridge and the area downstream of the broken bridge. When boats approach the main channel in midriver, the shipyards, houses and people on the North Korean bank are clearly visible. Fares range from several dozen yuan to around 100 yuan, with speedboats costing more. The boats do not land or cross the border. Do not throw objects, shout or photograph military facilities toward the opposite bank. Queues are long on busy weekends, so morning trips are recommended.
Opening hours
approx. 08:00–17:30 (Apr–Oct); check pier notices
Nearby sights
- Yalu River Broken Bridge
- Yalu River Park & Sino-Korean Friendship Bridge
- Andong Old Street
- Jinjiangshan Park
- Memorial of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea
- Moon Island
- Guomenwan Border Area
- Hushan Great Wall