Liaoning High-Speed Rail: Shenyang, Dandong & Dalian
Connect Shenyang, Dandong, and Dalian by high-speed rail to explore Qing dynasty history, Yalu River border sights, and historic coastal areas.
The most classic route for first-time visitors to Liaoning, fully connected by rail with no driving required. Spend two nights in Shenyang exploring the Imperial Palace, Marshal Zhang's Mansion, and industrial heritage; two nights in Dandong visiting the Broken Bridge and Hushan Great Wall; and three nights in Dalian for the old town, Lushun, and Binhai Road. The pace is moderate, omitting the Benxi mountains and western Liaoning.
每日安排
第 1 天 · Shenyang Old Town & Qing History
Upon arrival, take the metro to the Zhongjie area. The Imperial Palace, Marshal Zhang's Mansion, and Zhongjie are all within walking distance.
The Imperial Palace and Marshal Zhang's Mansion require online booking in advance. Closures follow official announcements.
住宿：中街·故宮
第 2 天 · Beiling Park, 9.18 Museum & Tiexi
Use the metro and taxis to travel between Beiling Park, the 9.18 Museum, and Tiexi. Total travel time is about 2 hours.
Most museums are closed on Mondays; plan accordingly and book in advance.
住宿：中街·故宮
第 3 天 · High-Speed Rail to Dandong & Yalu River
丹東市區（抗美援朝紀念館、鴨綠江斷橋、鴨綠江遊船、安東老街）
Take the high-speed rail from Shenyang to Dandong (approx. 1.5 hours). Walk or take a taxi to the riverfront upon arrival.
The Memorial Hall of the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea requires booking and is closed on Mondays.
住宿：濱江路·斷橋
第 4 天 · Hushan Great Wall & Hekou
Hire a car for a round trip from the city to Hushan Great Wall and Hekou (approx. 1 hour one way, 3 hours total driving time).
Public transport to these sites is inconvenient, so hiring a car is recommended. Arrive at Hushan before 9:00 AM to avoid crowds.
住宿：濱江路·斷橋
第 5 天 · Dandong-Dalian Express Rail to Dalian Old Town
大連主城（中山廣場、俄羅斯風情街、大連港15庫、東港·威尼斯水城）
Take the bullet train from Dandong to Dalian (approx. 2 to 2.5 hours). Explore the old town by metro or on foot in the afternoon.
住宿：中山廣場·青泥窪橋
第 6 天 · Lushun Modern History Day Trip
大連主城（旅順日俄監獄舊址、旅順口·白玉山、旅順博物館、二〇三高地）
Take the metro and a taxi, or hire a car to Lushun (approx. 1 hour one way). Use taxis to travel between sights.
Some sights in Lushun require booking one day in advance. Check for museum closure days.
住宿：中山廣場·青泥窪橋
第 7 天 · Xinghai Square & Binhai Road
Take a taxi or public bus along the scenic coastline. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the airport in the afternoon.
Binhai Road gets congested after 10:00 AM in summer; try to start early.