Harbin 哈尔滨

Mar 25

Written By Maggi

This post is less of a finished guide and more of a snapshot. It’s a list of the places I visited, what they cost, and how I felt about them at the time. I’ll keep updating this as I slow down and turn each destination into something more detailed.

Heilongjiang

Harbin Ice and Snow World

Chinese name: 哈尔滨冰雪大世界
Address: Songbei District, Harbin
Cost: ¥268–¥330
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)

Saint Sophia Cathedral

Chinese name: 圣索菲亚教堂
Address: Daoli District, Harbin
Cost: ¥20
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)

Central Street

Chinese name: 中央大街
Address: Daoli District, Harbin
Cost: Free
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️☆☆ (3/5)

Siberian Tiger Park

Chinese name: 东北虎林园
Address: Songbei District, Harbin
Cost: ¥110
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)

Sun Island Scenic Area

Chinese name: 太阳岛风景区
Address: Songbei District, Harbin
Cost: ¥30 (higher during festivals)
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)

Diamond Beach

Chinese name: 钻石沙滩
Address: Songbei District, Harbin (north bank of the Songhua River)
Cost: Free
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)

Vlog

In February 2025, I visited Harbin, China! Honestly, I went without a set itinerary, so the vlog jumps all over the place, but join me anyways as I wander through jaw-dropping ice sculptures, get up close and personal with wild animals, and experience one of China’s most unique destinations.

Maggi