Shijiazhuang Tianshan Sea World is located at No. 116 Tianshan Street, Yuhua District, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province. It is a national 4A-level tourist attraction and one of the larger indoor constant-temperature water amusement centers in North China. With "water entertainment" as its core feature, the scenic area integrates thrilling water projects, relaxing splash zones, and complete supporting services, making it suitable for visitors of different age groups. Its main building adopts a modern design, with a total floor area of about 50,000 square meters and an overall site area of more than 100 mu. The indoor temperature is kept at around 28°C year-round, and the water temperature remains at 26-28°C throughout the year, providing visitors with a water-play environment suitable for all four seasons.
History and Culture
Shijiazhuang Tianshan Sea World was first built in 1999, invested in and constructed by Tianshan Group. It was one of the earlier large indoor water parks completed in North China at that time, filling the gap in winter water entertainment in northern China. Over the years, the scenic area has continuously upgraded and renovated, gradually developing from initial single-function water entertainment facilities into a comprehensive tourist resort integrating amusement, dining, accommodation, and leisure. It has witnessed the development and changes of the tourism industry in Shijiazhuang and even North China, become an important choice for local residents and nearby tourists for leisure and entertainment, and also become a distinctive calling card of Shijiazhuang's urban tourism.
Main Attractions
Wave Pool
The wave pool is one of the landmark attractions of Tianshan Sea World, with an area of about 3,000 square meters. It can simulate various forms of ocean waves, from gentle ripples to surging billows, with wave heights reaching up to 1.5 meters. Visitors can feel the fun of wave impacts in the pool, suitable for families and friends to experience together. Fixed wave-making shows are held every day, attracting large numbers of visitors.
Lazy River
The lazy river is about 400 meters long, with a winding course and moderate water flow speed. Visitors ride special rafts and drift slowly along the river, enjoying the tropical-style decorations on both banks along the way. They can also experience occasional flow acceleration and whirlpool designs, making it both relaxing and slightly thrilling. The entire drift takes about 20 minutes.
Rainbow Slides
The rainbow slides are composed of multiple colorful slides, with a total length of about 80 meters and a height drop of 15 meters. Visitors slide down quickly from the top of the slides, experiencing weightlessness and the thrill of high-speed sliding under the effect of gravity. The designs of slides in different colors are not only beautiful, but also allow visitors to feel different rotation and diving angles during the slide, suitable for young visitors seeking excitement.
Children's Splash Park
The children's splash park is specially designed for children under 1.2 meters tall, with an area of about 800 square meters. It is equipped with small slides, water fountains, cartoon-shaped splash facilities, and more. The water area is relatively shallow, maintained at 0.3-0.5 meters, and there are dedicated staff members watching over it, providing a safe and interesting water-play environment for children. It is an ideal place for family parent-child outings.
Hot Spring Pools
The scenic area has multiple hot spring pools, with a total area of about 500 square meters. The water temperature is between 38-42°C and rich in various minerals. After playing, visitors can relax physically and mentally in the hot spring pools and relieve fatigue. The surroundings of the hot spring pools are quiet, equipped with lounge chairs, providing a comfortable leisure experience.
Food
Zhengding Eight Great Bowls
Around Tianshan Sea World, visitors can taste Zhengding Eight Great Bowls, a traditional Hebei dish. The eight bowls include four meat dishes and four vegetarian dishes. The meat dishes are mostly braised pork, crispy pork, meatballs, and so on, while the vegetarian dishes include tofu, vermicelli, Chinese cabbage, and so on. They are made using traditional steaming methods, with rich taste and mellow flavor. They are classic dishes at local banquets. Many Zhengding restaurants around the scenic area offer them at affordable prices, suitable for sharing among several people.
Cylinder Oven Sesame Cakes
Cylinder oven sesame cakes are a specialty snack of the Shijiazhuang area and are commonly seen in snack streets and restaurants near Sea World. They are made from flour, sesame seeds, salt, and other ingredients and baked in a cylinder oven. The outer skin is crispy and the inside is soft. They can be eaten directly or stuffed with meat or vegetables, with a unique flavor. A single cake costs about 2-3 yuan and is easy to carry, making it a convenient food during the visit.
Simple Meals in the Scenic Area
Tianshan Sea World has multiple dining areas offering various simple meals, such as hamburgers, fried chicken, rice noodles, and malatang. These simple meals are moderately priced. A hamburger set meal costs about 30-40 yuan, and rice noodles or malatang cost about 20-30 yuan. They can meet visitors' dining needs during their visit, are convenient and quick, and allow visitors to save time and continue enjoying the water fun.
Tickets：
As of August 12, 2025, the ticket price is 99 yuan per person.
You can search for the official WeChat public account "Shijiazhuang Tianshan Sea World Water Park" to get the latest updates or buy tickets online.
Opening Hours：
Opening hours are adjusted according to the seasons. In summer (June-August), the opening hours are 9:30-21:00; in spring and autumn (April-May, September-October), the opening hours are 10:00-18:00; in winter (November-March of the following year), the opening hours are 10:00-17:30. Opening hours may be extended on holidays (such as the Spring Festival and National Day), usually 9:30-20:00. The specific time is subject to the announcement of the scenic area on the day. Visitors are advised to confirm the opening hours through official channels before traveling to avoid delaying their itinerary.
Suggested Route
Visitors are advised to first go to the changing room to change clothes and store belongings after entering the scenic area, then start playing at the wave pool in the central area. At this time, there are relatively fewer visitors, so they can first experience the fun of the waves. After the wave-making ends, drift downstream along the lazy river to relax and enjoy the scenery along the way. The whole trip takes about 20 minutes. After that, go to exciting projects such as the rainbow slides. These projects have shorter queues in the morning. At noon, you can dine and rest in the dining area of the scenic area. In the afternoon, you can take children to the children's splash park, or relax in the hot spring pools. In the evening, you can go to the wave pool again to experience the night wave-making (when there is a night session in summer), ending the day's itinerary. The entire route takes about 5-6 hours and can be flexibly adjusted according to personal interests and physical strength.
Transportation：
Bus
Take Shijiazhuang bus routes 32, 51, 79, 99, 518, 574, Express 32, and others, get off at the "Tianshan Sea World" stop, and walk about 300 meters to reach the main entrance of the scenic area.
Bus operating hours are mostly 6:00-22:00, with departure intervals of 5-15 minutes and fares of 1-2 yuan.
Subway
Take Shijiazhuang Subway Line 1, get off at "Liucun Station", exit from Exit D, walk about 1.2 kilometers, or transfer to bus 32, 51, and others for one stop to arrive.
Subway Line 1 operates from 6:30 to 22:00. Fares are calculated according to the journey, about 2-5 yuan.
Self-driving
Starting from downtown Shijiazhuang, drive east along Yuhua East Road, then turn to Tianshan Street and go north to reach the scenic area. There is a parking lot in the scenic area with about 500 parking spaces. Daytime parking costs 5 yuan per hour, with a maximum charge of 30 yuan within 24 hours.
If coming from other places, you can exit at the Shijiazhuang Yuhua exit of the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, drive east along Yuhua East Road, then turn to Tianshan Street and go north to arrive.
Must-Play Attractions
Wave Pool: With an area of 3,000 square meters and wave heights of up to 1.5 meters, it has fixed wave-making sessions every day. Visitors can experience the pleasure of ocean wave impacts. It is one of the most popular projects in the scenic area.
Rainbow Slides: An 80-meter-long slide with a 15-meter height drop. Multiple colorful slides bring high-speed sliding and a weightless experience. It is suitable for visitors seeking excitement and is a landmark thrill project in the scenic area.
Lazy River: A 400-meter-long river course with tropical-style decorations and water flow designs along the way. The drift time is about 20 minutes. It is both relaxing and slightly thrilling, suitable for visitors of all ages.
Children's Splash Park: An 800-square-meter exclusive area for children, with a 0.3-0.5-meter shallow water area and various children's splash facilities. It is safe and fun and a must-visit place for parent-child outings.
Travel Tips：
It is recommended to bring personal items such as swimsuits, swim caps, slippers, and towels. They can also be purchased in the scenic area, but the prices are relatively high; swim caps may need to be worn when entering some pools.
Choose to visit on non-weekends and non-holidays to reduce queue times and improve the visiting experience, especially during the peak summer season when there are more visitors on weekends.
Storage lockers in the park need to be rented. The deposit is 30 yuan, and the rental fee is 20 yuan. It is recommended that several people share one locker to save costs.
It is recommended to arrange 5-6 hours for the visit, so that time can be reasonably allocated to experience different projects and avoid excessive fatigue.
When the summer night session is open, you can choose to visit at night. Not only is the temperature cooler, but there are also special lighting and performances, offering a different atmosphere.
Precautions：
When entering the water area, visitors must abide by the rules of the scenic area. Visitors with heart disease, high blood pressure, skin diseases, and other conditions should not participate in water projects, and entering the water after drinking alcohol is also prohibited.
Take good care of the elderly and children. Children must be accompanied by adults when playing. Avoid running and rough play in the water area to prevent slipping and injury.
Keep personal belongings safe. Keep the storage locker key properly. Valuable items are recommended to be carried with you or left with the scenic area's storage office.
Observe the safety rules of each project. For example, projects such as the rainbow slides have height and weight requirements (generally requiring height above 1.4 meters and weight below 90 kilograms). Visitors need to know and follow them in advance.
Food and drinks are prohibited from being brought into the scenic area. Meals can be eaten in designated dining areas to avoid affecting water quality and the play environment.
If you feel unwell or encounter an emergency during the visit, contact the scenic area staff promptly. The scenic area is equipped with a medical point and emergency rescue equipment.