Binhai Road · Bangchui Island

Model section of China's Coastal Scenic Byway (32km mountain-and-sea trail), Yanwo Ridge / Xiuyue Peak / Fujiazhuang Beach; Bangchui Island (a state-guesthouse island, a sea-eroded club-shaped islet). Binhai Road winds from Xinghai Square to Haizhiyun Park; along the 32-km mountain-and-sea trail, cliffs rise on one side and the sea stretches on the other, with sights like Yanwo Ridge, Xiuyue Peak and Fujiazhuang Beach strung together like pearls — hailed as the model section of China's coastal scenic byway. Hiking or cycling it is known in Dalian as 'doing the Binhai Road': in spring cherry and peach blossoms line the wooden boardwalk, and in summer sea mist wraps the cliffs. Bangchui Island at the eastern end of the road takes its name from a sea-eroded, club-shaped islet; Bangchui Island Hotel to the north of the islet is a retreat for national leaders, and the name 'Bangchui Island' appears repeatedly in China's national and diplomatic history. CNY 20 entry to the scenic area; with clean beaches and rugged reefs, it is the finale and climax of Binhai Road.

Getting there: on foot along Binhai Road / by taxi