Harbin Grand Theatre
哈尔滨大剧院
A white, streamlined theater designed by MAD Architects, rising and falling like a snowy hill. It is the most modern landmark in the Ice City.
Harbin Grand Theatre sits on the Culture Center Island in Songbei District. Completed in 2015 and designed by MAD Architects led by Ma Yansong, its white aluminum-panel shell looks like a snowy mountain sculpted by wind and snow, surrounded by the wetlands of the Songhua River. Visitors can climb the spiral outdoor ramp to the viewing platform on the roof. The main concert hall is built from Manchurian ash, with light pouring in through skylights. The outdoor ramp and plaza are free. Entry to the interior or performances requires a ticket, and the theater is usually closed on Mondays. Snow scenes and sunsets are the most photogenic times. Combine it with Sun Island and Polarland. A taxi from Central Avenue takes about 20 minutes.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; interior visits approx. 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Siberian Tiger Park
- Sun Island
- Harbin Polarland
- Harbin Ice and Snow World
- Stalin Park
- Songhua River & Flood Control Monument
- Hongzhuan Street Morning Market
- Central Street (Zhongyang Dajie)