Dalian Laodong Park

Located in the center of Dalian just 500 meters from the main railway station, Dalian Laodong Park is the city’s largest central green space, spanning over 1.02 million square meters at the foot of Green Mountain. When you visit this historical park—originally built in 1898—you will discover a bustling hub where history, leisure, and local culture meet. You can stroll across the historic Qingniwa Bridge near the eastern lotus pond, or head west to view caged red-crowned cranes, peacocks, and sika deer.

Take in sweeping downtown vistas from the southern viewing platform, which sits near a massive, 21-meter-tall red-and-white soccer ball that houses a revolving restaurant with music. You can also explore the historic 1347 AD Blessing Bell, cast in Korea and inscribed with Sanskrit text. If you visit on a weekend, look out for local matchmakers hanging paper slips on tree branches.

Depending on the season, you might experience vibrant city festivals like the Acacia Appreciation Fair or winter skiing on the park's urban slope. Offering amusement rides, dry-land sleds, and deep cultural roots, it is a must-see window into authentic Dalian life.

What to see at Dalian Laodong Park

• Massive red-and-white Big Soccer Ball featuring a revolving restaurant with music
• Southern viewing platform offering panoramas overlooking Dalian's CBD
• Historic 1347 AD Korean Blessing Bell inscribed with Sanskrit text
• Eastern lotus pond and the historic Qingniwa Bridge
• New playground featuring China's first double-track dry land sled

Visiting tips

Visit on a weekend to see local matchmakers posting paper slips on tree branches in the eastern corner of the park.

How long: 2-3 hours · Best time: Weekends or festival season

How to get there & what’s nearby

Dalian Laodong Park is easy to reach on Dalian’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Dalian Mosque and Beijing Street Church. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Dalian travel guide.