Xinghai Square Plaza
Large coastal public square in Dalian, modern landmark
A vast seaside public square in Dalian with promenades, sculptures and fountains; frequented for evening walks, public events and views across the Yellow Sea.
Xinghai Square at a Glance#
Address: Xinghai Square, Xigang District, Dalian, Liaoning, China
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free
About Xinghai Square#
Xinghai Square is a major urban plaza and waterfront public space in the coastal city of Dalian, Liaoning province. It is one of the city’s principal civic spaces and is widely cited for its very large paved area.
The site comprises expansive paved lawns, fountains, sculptures and a seaside promenade that together form a large open area used for festivals, performances and leisure. The square is notable for its size, public events and evening lighting of fountains and pathways.
Developed as part of late 20th-century urban expansion along Dalian’s southern waterfront, the square was laid out to provide a large civic open space and integrate the city’s coastal promenade. Surrounding the plaza are parks, cultural venues and commercial developments that draw visitors.
Located on Dalian’s southern coast, the square faces the Yellow Sea and sits within the modern urban districts of the city, with good road access and nearby public transport nodes.
- Size: Covers an area of roughly 1.1 million square meters, making it one of the largest city squares in Asia and a major open public space in Dalian.
- Evening activity: The square is notable for large-scale public events, evening illumination and waterside promenades that are busiest at dusk and after dark.
What to See#
- Central square: A large, paved central plaza used for civic events, flanked by lawns, fountains and pedestrian promenades along the waterfront.
- Promenade and parkland: A seaside promenade and green areas that border the square and provide views across the bay, with nearby cultural and commercial buildings.
How to Get to Xinghai Square#
Xinghai Square is in Dalian’s Xigang District on the southern waterfront. It is reachable by the city bus network, taxi or metro connections to nearby stations with a short walk to the square.
Tips for Visiting Xinghai Square#
- Visit at dusk or after dark to experience the square's famous illuminated fountains and the city's nighttime atmosphere.
- There are often public events and performances - check Dalian's event calendar for concert nights or festivals held in the square.
Best Time to Visit Xinghai Square#
Xinghai Square is best enjoyed in the warm evenings of summer and the crisp clarity of autumn; the square itself is an open public space that's accessible year-round.
Weather & Climate near Xinghai Square#
Xinghai Square's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (619 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -6° - 0° | -9° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 5.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.7h |
| February | Good | -5° - 2° | -7° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 4.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.6h |
| March | Good | 0° - 7° | 0° | 14 mm | some cloud | 70% | 4.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 5.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 5.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.1h |
| June | Excellent | 17° - 25° | 21° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| July | Very Good | 21° - 27° | 24° | 165 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.4h |
| August | Very Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 144 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.5h |
| September | Excellent | 18° - 24° | 21° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 14° | 31 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Good | 3° - 10° | 3° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.0h |
| December | Acceptable | -3° - 3° | -5° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |