[2025 Dalian Attraction] Travel Guide for Laohutan Pole Aquarium (Updated Apr)

Laohutan Polar Ocean Zoo (abbreviated as "Laohutan Polar Zoo") is located in Laohutan Ocean Park, Dalian City, Liaoning Province. It is a relatively large polar ocean zoo in China that displays a full range of polar animal species. It is also an important part of the national 5A-level tourist Attraction. The building area is about 36,000 square meters, the land area is 20,000 square meters, the total investment is nearly 500 million yuan, and the annual number of tourists reaches 2 million. It has a single aquarium with the largest water storage capacity in Asia. The museum displays rare polar animals such as beluga whales, polar bears, walruses, penguins, and sea otters, many of which are landing on the Chinese mainland for the first time. Main Exhibition Areas Polar Animals Exhibition Area: Simulate the polar environment and display polar animals such as polar bears, beluga whales, penguins, etc., allowing tourists to experience the charm of the ice and snow world. Marine animal show: It can accommodate more than 2,000 spectators, and animals such as beluga whales, dolphins, and sea lions present wonderful water performances for tourists. Shark display area: More than 300 sharks are on display, including the thrilling "Dancing with Sharks" show. Science Education Area: It uses high-tech means to display polar scientific research items, animal specimens and marine knowledge, which is suitable for parent-child travel and science education. Game experience Animal Shows: Performances such as beluga whale kissing and dolphin jumping are very popular among tourists. The performance time needs to be planned in advance to avoid peak crowds. Polar Experience: Visitors can experience the polar climate and the life of the Eskimos in an environment of real ice and snow. Underwater World: The 360-degree underwater passage and viewing hall make visitors feel as if they are on the bottom of the sea and watch marine life up close.