Changsha Underwater World
Ocean-themed park on the banks of the Liuyang River with three linked halls (Aquarium, Polar Hall and Science Education Hall); the undersea tunnel and diver-and-shark dance show are most popular—warm indoors in winter, a rainy-day option for family outings
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-17:30
- Ticket
- approx. CNY 150
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
An ocean-themed park on the banks of the Liuyang River, with three linked halls—the Aquarium, Polar Hall and Science Education Hall; the undersea tunnel and the diver-and-shark dance show are the most popular draws. Warm indoors in winter, it is a handy rainy-day alternative for family trips.
Getting there: Banks of the Liuyang River
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