Golden Pebble Beach (金石滩, Jinshitan), located in Dalian, covers an area of 130 square kilometers, with 78 square kilometers of land and 52 square kilometers of sea. It is renowned for its unique rock formations that stretch along 13 miles of coastline. These geological features, including sedimentary rocks and fossils from the Sinian and Cambrian periods, which date back 600 to 900 million years, have created several natural scenic areas, such as Rose Garden, Dinosaur Garden, Nanshou Garden, and Aotan, with nearly a hundred attractions.
Surrounded by the sea on three sides, Golden Pebble Beach is a beautiful destination, with the best time to visit being from May to October. Visitors can also enjoy a relaxing stroll along the sandy shores of the Golden Coast, making it a perfect spot for families and adventurers alike.
Table of Contents
- Basic Information
- Location and Transportation
- Highlights of Golden Pebble Beach
- Vlog about Golden Pebble Beach
- Other Iconic Attractions in Dalian
Basic Information
| Estimated Length of Tour | 1 – 2 days |
| Ticket Price | Individual Ticket Prices Golden Pebble Wax Museum: 80 RMB Fantasy Art Experience Museum: 60 RMB Mao Zedong Historical Collection Museum: 60 RMB EX Future Technology Museum: 68 RMB Jinshi Garden Park: 9 RMB Life Mystery Museum: 80 RMB Earth Light of Golden Pebble Beach: 50 RMB Huaxia Culture Museum: 80 RMB Coastal National Geological Park: 60 RMB Combined Ticket Packages Combo Ticket: Golden Pebble Wax Museum + Life Mystery Museum + Huaxia Culture Museum + Fantasy Art Experience Museum + Earth Light + Mao Zedong Historical Collection Museum for 200 RMB. Combo Ticket: Coastal National Geological Park + Jinshi Garden Park + Golden Pebble Wax Museum for 145 RMB. |
| Opening Hours | 8.30 – 16.30 (26th October – 24th April) 8.30 – 17.00 (25th April – 25th October) |
| Telephone Number | 0086-0411-87900700 0086-0411-87900241 |
Location and Transportation
Golden Pebble Beach is located at 65 Jinshi Road, Jinpu New District, Jinzhou District, Dalian City, Liaoning Province, China. To get there, you can choose one of the following ways:
Bus: Take bus Changhe 803, Jinshitan 1, Jinshitan 2, Jinshitan 3, or Jinshitan 4 and get off at Jinshitan Light-Rail Station Stop (金石滩轻轨站).
Metro: The closest metro station to the attraction is Jinshitan on Line 3. After getting out of the station, you will be standing right at the center of the scenic area.
Highlights of Golden Pebble Beach
Golden Coast Bathing Beach
The Golden Coast Bathing Beach is located in the central area of Golden Pebble Beach and stretches for 4.5 kilometers. The beach is approximately 150 meters wide, with crystal-clear blue waters, making it the best seaside bathing spot in southern Liaoning. It is the largest and only natural seaside lighted bathing beach in northern China and has been recognized as one of the 15 healthiest seaside bathing spots in the country. This beach is an ideal location for various activities such as sea bathing, beach barbecues, bonfire parties, corporate team-building events, and various water sports.
Jinshiyuan Park
Jinshiyuan Park is situated on the eastern side of Central Avenue, covering an area of 130,000 square meters. Within the park, a 24,000-square-meter stone forest landscape dates back to the late Sinian period, around 600 million years ago. The long-term effects of marine transgression and regression, along with the rise and fall of tides, have sculpted the rocks into a myriad of shapes, resembling turtles, elephants, and other creatures. This unique rock formation has earned the nickname “Marine Erosion Zoo” from visitors.
Coastal National Geopark
The Coastal National Geopark is renowned for its unique coastal landforms, striking rock formations on the beach, and the rich paleontological fossils embedded in the layers of rock. The park is celebrated for its mythical legends and has earned titles such as “Nature’s Miracle,” “Frozen Animal Kingdom,” “Divine Sculpture Park,” and “Natural Geological Museum.” Visitors can marvel at various naturally formed sculptures like “Monkey Watching the Sea,” “Dinosaur Exploring the Sea,” “Soaring Roc,” “Beethoven’s Profile,” “Hedgehog Foraging,” and “Crab Emerging from the Hole.” These diverse natural wonders stretch from west to east, each a testament to nature’s extraordinary artistry.
Golden Pebble Wax Museum
Located north of the Golden Pebble Beach light rail station within the Jinshi Cultural Expo Square, the Golden Pebble Wax Museum features 13 themed exhibition areas, including “A Century in Review,” “The Light of Science,” “Star World,” “Fairy Tale Kingdom,” “Olympic Glory,” “World Events,” and “Traces of the Old Alley.” The museum houses over 300 wax figures of Hollywood stars, academic giants, sports icons, and political leaders. Utilizing cutting-edge 3D printing technology, holographic projection, and robotics, the wax figures are brought to life with lighting, props, and backgrounds, creating an immersive and interactive experience. The museum offers a visually stunning and emotionally impactful journey into the world of wax art.
Discovery Kingdom
Discovery Kingdom is a renowned theme park in Northeast China, offering a wide range of thrilling attractions. Among the most exciting are the “Mad Cobra Roller Coaster” and the “Sky and Earth Spinning Coaster,” both known for their adrenaline-pumping experiences and are highly recommended for adventure seekers. A visit to Discovery Kingdom typically takes an entire day due to the variety of attractions available.
The park’s starting point is Discovery Plaza, which also serves as the endpoint since the park’s entertainment zones are arranged in a circular layout. The plaza features a beautiful central fountain and charming European-style surroundings. Visitors can take photos with adorable cartoon characters scattered around the area, including the park’s mascot, Coolo.
