Hangzhou Polar Ocean Park
A polar-ocean-themed park in Xiaoshan: beluga whale, penguin, and dolphin shows are the three headline acts; the polar pavilion's artificial ice-and-snow environment is convincingly realistic, and in high season arrive early for seats at the Ocean Theater
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- 09:00-17:00
- Ticket
- CNY 299
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A polar-ocean-themed park in Xiaoshan: beluga whale, penguin, and dolphin shows are the three headline acts; the polar pavilion's artificial ice-and-snow world is remarkably realistic, and in high season arrive early to secure seats at the Ocean Theater. Admission CNY 299; reachable by Metro Line 1, Xianghu Station, and it sits next to Hangzhou Paradise — together they make a full two-day family itinerary.
Getting there: Metro Line 1, Xianghu Station
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