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Shenyang Travel Tips

Basic Facts

Population: 7,369,000
Area: 13,000 sq. km (5,019 sq. miles)
Annual average temperature: about 8.3C
Area code: 024
Postal code: 110000
City flower: rose
City tree: Chinese pine

144-hour Visa-free Transit in Liaoning

Since Jan. 1, 2018, the 144-hour visa-free transit scheme has been implemented in Liaoning for citizens from 53 countries and regions including USA, UK, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Netherlands, Spain, etc., and Shenyang Taoxian Airport is one of the entry / exit ports.

Useful Numbers

Fire alarm: 119
Police: 110
Ambulance: 120
Customhouse: 024-22828275 or 024-22826668
Taxi Complaint: 024-23577318
Travel Complaint: 024-22821999
Consumer Complaint: 12315
EMS service: 185

Universities Accept Foreign Students

Liaoning University
Address: No.66, Chongshan Zhonglu
Postal code: 110036

Northeastern University
Address: No.11, No.3 alley, Wenhua Lu, Heping District
Postal code: 110006

Shenyang Normal University
Address: No.253, Huanghe Bei Dajie, Huanggu District
Postal code: 110034

Liaoning Provincial Post Office
Address: No.111, Beizhan Lu, Shenhe District

Internet Bars

E Internet Bar
Address: No.104, Xi Shuncheng Jie

Haomiao Internet Bar
Address: No.204, Xiaodong Lu

Zhineng Internet Bar
Address: 300 meters away from the main gate of Liaoning University

According to recent research, there are more than 600 Internet bars in Shenyang. Equipment standard is rather high for most of them. Over 60% of the total bars are installed with more than 100 computers. In some big shopping malls and super markets, you can have access to the Internet. However the most popular places for those Internet bars are in the areas around universities and colleges and the prices are much cheaper compared to those in the malls. Generally speaking the fee is about 1.5 Yuan per hour.

Foreign Consulates

American Consulate
Address: No.52, Shisi Wei Lu, Heping District

Japanese Consulate
Address: No.50, Shisi Wei Lu, Heping District

Russian Consulate
Address: No.31, Nan Shisi Wei Lu, Heping District

Consulate of Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Address: No.37, Beiling Dajie, Huanggu District

Consulate of Republic of Korea
Address: No.51, Shisi Wei Lu, Heping District

Related Links: China Embassies Abroad Foreign Embassies and Consulates in China

Nightlife

As the largest city in the northeast part of China, Shenyang has fairly good recreational facilities. Besides KTVs, pubs and other entertainment centers, there are slap-up clubs available. Shengjing International Golf Club (No.201, Dongling Lu, Dongling Dstrict) is the only forest golf course in accord with the international level in Shenyang City. Fangcheng Racing Car, Ltd. is the largest indoor car-racing field in Asia. You can fully enjoy the fun of exciting but safe car racing.

Here you can still taste the most authentic performances of Er'renzhuan, Yangge and other folk dances.

In winter, the International Ice & Snow Festival adds much more fun to your trip.

Recommended Pubs

Irish Bar
Address: the first floor of Holiday Inn City Center, No.206, Nanjing Beijie

Heidi's Restaurant & Bar
Typical Swiss and western food, live music.
Address: No.37, Nan Sanjing Jie ( near US embassy)

Bee House
Address: No.220, Fengtian Jie

Recommended Cafes:
STARBUCKS
VIGO branch: VIGO Shopping Center, Taiyuan Jie
Zhongshan branch: the first floor of Holiday Inn City Center, No.206, Nanjing Beijie
Zhongjie Road branch: 0101 Department Store, No. 205, Zhongjie Road

U. B. C. Coffee
Zhengyang Jie branch: Taiyuan Beijie, Heping District
Huigong branch: Zhonghan Dasha, No.124, Huigong Jie

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- Last updated on Jul. 12, 2020 -

Questions & Answers on Shenyang Travel Tips

Asked by Samuel Felix Williams from NIGERIA | Jul. 10, 2020 06:52

What's the zip code and what province is this address Xinqu, Shenyang Shi, Liaoning Sheng, China?

Answers (1)

Answered by Camilla from DENMARK | Jul. 12, 2020 23:37

You can try to use 110000.

Asked by Mum from TANZANIA | Sep. 27, 2016 03:29

Hi.Is Liaoning university good as i am coming to study Business Administration there?

Can my relative get a good bed and breakfast hotel. Is it safe there?Tx

Answers (1)

Answered by Vicky from GERMANY | Sep. 28, 2016 02:50

The university is quite good, with nice environment, advanced facilites, and excellent teachers. The Business Administration major is one of its best majors.

Yes! They can stay at Hanting Hotel Beihang Branch at No. 71-1, Bashan Road. It is about 0.6 mile to the south of the campus. The hotel provides clean environment and warm service. You can book a room by dialing 86-024-86865777. It is safe to stay there. Don't worry! :)

Asked by Lena from GERMANY | Aug. 24, 2015 15:05

Hello. I'm from Germany and I am going to visit Shenyang in one week.

I want to visit Dandong and I have a few questions. What is the best way to get there? Train or bus? Also, we want to visit the Hushan Great Wall in Dandong. I have read that you can go there with an taxi, but are there any taxis when we want to go back to the city?
Thank you for your answers, Lena

Answers (2)

Answered by Ryan from FINLAND | Aug. 26, 2015 04:26

1. From SY to Dandong, it's suggested to take direct train from Main Railway Station. It takes 5 to 6 hours on the way. The ticket fare of soft sleeper is about CNY140 and hard sleeper is about CNY95.

2. Yes, you can go to the scenic area by taking a taxi. And there still have several taxies or private cars that can send you back as long as it's not too late. Do negotiate a flat rate before boarding a car in case of being ovecharged.

Answered by Lena from GERMANY | Aug. 26, 2015 05:34

Thanks for your answer!

Asked by lina from JORDAN | Jun. 08, 2015 14:23

Hi I am Lina from Jordan I'll come and study at Shenyang normal university

because I'm Muslim so I want to know where can I found HALAL food but in Chinese style and want to know the nearest mall to this university to do shopping and thank you

Answers (4)

Answered by Echo from JAMAICA | Jun. 08, 2015 20:53

Dear Lina. The canteen in the university offers Halal food in Chinese style and the price is low. Except that, it seems not easy to find Halal dining near the campus.

As for shopping, I know two nearby:
one is Buyang Commercial Plaza on the Southg Street, Daoyi Development Zone, Shenbei New Area, around 1km away, and the other is Fu Rui Jia Shopping Mall, at no. 3, Zhengyi 4th Road, Daoyi South Street, 1.5-1.6km away.

Answered by Lina from JORDAN | Jun. 09, 2015 03:42

Thank you for fast reply sorry to bother you but also I would like to know many things if you don't mind first, is it the price of Chinese books expensive? because I am coming to study Chinese language so I want to buy several books also can I find there a good furniture in good price? And who is the pest shipping company to deal with ؟ and another thing do you have any idea about the dormitory life inside this University and do you have any advice to me for living there? Last question what do you think about this University is it good and how you classified it? Thanks again :)

Answered by Echo from JAMAICA | Jun. 11, 2015 01:09

Well, as far as I know, most prices of books in the city are reasonable and acceptable. And it's not difficult for you to find good furniture. There are several furniture malls in the city. Some of them provide delivery service. So don't worry.

The living environment of the university is comfortable and nice. Just enjoy your college life. Most students are friendly and out-going. I think that you can easily get along with them.
In addition, the university has high reputation in China. It's a comprehensive one covering many categories.

Answered by Lina from JORDAN | Jun. 11, 2015 14:34

You are ausum thank you for everything

Asked by henry foong from SINGAPORE | Jan. 12, 2015 17:40

how long is the flight from beijing to shenyang

Answers (1)

Answered by Richard from USA | Jan. 12, 2015 19:11

Well, it will take around 2 hours on the way. :-)