Step into Dalian Lvshun Central Square, where history meets modernity in perfect harmony! This bustling hub in Lvshun District features a spacious square popular for morning exercises and evening strolls. Surrounded by charming European-style architecture, you'll feel like you've stepped into a quaint foreign town. When the lights sparkle at night, the square transforms into a romantic hotspot perfect for photos. Whether you're soaking up local life or exploring historical vibes, this spot delivers it all.

Everything you need to know about Center Square
Wanda Cultural Hotel Lüshun is highly recommended, located just a 3-minute walk from Lüshun Central Plaza. The hotel blends modern architecture with Northeastern historical elements, offering panoramic views of the square and surrounding old town from floor-to-ceiling windows. It provides complimentary shuttle service to Lüshun Railway Station and major attractions, ensuring seamless travel. Guests can also enjoy authentic Russian cuisine at the on-site restaurant, immersing themselves in the city's rich legacy as a key port in East Asia.
Lüshun Central Plaza is well-connected by multiple bus lines (e.g., Line 101, 102), providing direct access to Lüshun Museum, Russo-Japanese War Ruins Park, and Baiyu Mountain Scenic Area. For faster travel, take Dalian Metro Line 1 to "Lüshunkou Station" and transfer to a short-distance bus or taxi—just 15 minutes away. Additionally, electric bike rental stations near the plaza allow convenient exploration of historic alleys and seaside promenades, perfect for a relaxed, local-style journey.
Visitors can join guided historical tours of the Russo-Japanese War era, led by expert docents who highlight preserved Russian-era buildings and Japanese colonial monuments surrounding the plaza. On weekends, the area hosts a folk heritage market featuring Liaodong paper cutting, shadow puppetry performances, and local street food stalls, offering an immersive experience into regional traditions and storytelling.
Wanda Cultural Hotel Lüshun features a dedicated family activity center with a kids’ playroom, indoor heated pool, and daily themed workshops such as pottery-making and marine biology lessons. The hotel collaborates with Lüshun Seaside Park to offer a "Family Treasure Hunt" program, turning exploration into fun learning about local ecology and history. All rooms include baby cots and non-slip flooring for safety and comfort during family stays.
The plaza comes alive at night with stunning light art installations that illuminate historical sculptures and interactive projections, creating a "Century of Lüshun" light show every evening from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The central fountain area often hosts live music or folk dance performances, while nearby night markets sell grilled seafood and local red wine, creating a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere ideal for photography and romantic strolls.
Take Dalian Metro Line 1 from the city center to "Lüshunkou Station," then walk 10 minutes to Lüshun Central Plaza—approximately 40 minutes total. For faster travel, use the Dalian-Lüshun Express Bus, departing hourly with Wi-Fi and multilingual audio guides, taking about 35 minutes. Many hotels also offer complimentary shuttle services between the station, airport, and accommodations—check HopeGoo details for seamless transfers.
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