Songhua River Sightseeing Cableway

A cross-river cableway with views over the Flood Control Memorial Tower and both banks. The sightseeing cableway linking Tongjiang Street with Sun Island is about 1,100 meters long, with gondolas gliding high across the Songhua River; cabins of 4-6 people look down on both banks: on the south bank the Flood Control Victory Memorial Tower, the dome of Saint Sophia Cathedral and the skyline of Central Street are all in view, while on the north bank the leafy shade and wetlands of Sun Island unroll slowly. After the river freezes over in winter, the snow tracks on the ice and the ice-harvesting boats make an especially distinctive sight. One way CNY 40, round trip CNY 70; operates 9:00-18:00 — a top pick for the elderly and children when walking across the river is impractical. Recommended: board on the south bank and get off on the north, then return by Metro Line 2 after touring Sun Island for the smoothest route; riding at sunset to watch golden ripples on the river is the most popular time.

Getting there: Tongjiang Street - Sun Island