Tianjin Haichang Polar Ocean Park is located at No. 61 Xiangluowan Central Business District, Binhai New Area, Tianjin, and is a National 4A-level tourist attraction. The scenic area covers an area of about 49,000 square meters, with a building area of 490,000 square meters, of which the science exhibition area is 370,000 square meters, and the tallest building is 67 meters high. Its architectural appearance is inspired by a swimming whale, with a unique shape. It is a large open tourist attraction integrating polar ocean cultural experience, science education, and leisure entertainment. The scenic area has eleven major exhibition areas, five major animal science shows, three science classrooms, and three science laboratories, gathering more than 130 large polar animals and more than 30,000 marine organisms, providing visitors with a rich polar ocean experience.
History and Culture
On May 23, 2008, Tianjin Haichang Polar Ocean Park officially began construction. As an important project in the national strategic layout of Haichang Ocean Park Holdings Co., Ltd., it emerged in response to the development opportunities of Tianjin Binhai New Area. On September 30, 2010, the park officially opened, becoming one of the larger polar ocean theme parks in China at that time. On January 3, 2013, the scenic area was rated as a National AAAA-level tourist attraction, marking that it had reached a relatively high level in tourism services and scenic area management. On January 1, 2017, China's largest jellyfish museum, the "Future Jellyfish Museum," officially opened to the public, enriching the exhibition content of the scenic area. In 2022, the "Exploring the Fish Universe" exhibition hall opened. On April 2 of the same year, the scenic area was rated as one of the "First Batch of National Science Education Bases," highlighting its important role in the field of science education. On January 17, 2023, Tianjin Haichang Polar Ocean Resort Hotel opened, further improving the supporting service facilities of the scenic area and enhancing the visitor experience.
Main Attractions
Antarctic Penguin Island
Antarctic Penguin Island is the exclusive habitat for penguins. The park highly restores the polar day and polar night environment of Antarctica, as well as natural scenes such as clean glaciers and blue seawater. A variety of penguins live here. Visitors can observe the penguins' living habits up close, feel their leisurely posture in a simulated Antarctic environment, and take photos with these cute "Antarctic envoys" to immersively experience the unique atmosphere of Antarctica.
Mysterious Arctic Village
Mysterious Arctic Village displays a variety of rare animals from the Arctic, including beluga whales, polar bears, walruses, seals, Arctic wolves, and Arctic foxes. The beluga whale is known as the "canary of the ocean" and can make hundreds of melodious sounds; the Arctic fox has a lively appearance and is called the "elf of the snow." Together, these animals show the polar style of the Arctic, allowing visitors to appreciate the mystery and charm of the Arctic without traveling far.
Undersea Tunnel
The undersea tunnel adopts a 180-degree panoramic design and has a suitable length. It displays many marine organisms such as leopard sharks, giant groupers, and sea turtles. When visitors step into the tunnel, they feel as if they are in the vast ocean, with various rare fish swimming around them, bringing a strong visual impact. In addition, this is also a romantic photo spot, where special activities such as underwater proposals and ocean weddings are often held, leaving visitors with unforgettable memories.
Future Jellyfish Museum
The Future Jellyfish Museum is the largest jellyfish-themed exhibition hall in China, covering a relatively large area and displaying dozens of species and thousands of jellyfish. Through clever lighting design and tank arrangement, the museum creates a dreamlike atmosphere. Different types of jellyfish stretch their bodies in the water, colorful and varied in shape, allowing visitors to deeply understand the unique charm of jellyfish, this ancient marine organism, and feel the wonder of the ocean.
Exploring the Fish Universe Exhibition Hall
The Exploring the Fish Universe Exhibition Hall opened in 2022 and is an emerging exhibition area in the scenic spot. It gathers a variety of strange fish and, through vivid displays and science explanations, introduces visitors to the evolutionary history and living habits of fish, opening a window for visitors to explore the mysteries of the fish world and enriching visitors' understanding of marine life.
Food
Polar Burger
Polar Burger is one of the specialty fast foods in the scenic area. It uses fresh beef patties as the main ingredient, paired with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and other ingredients, offering a rich taste. The burger is generous in portion and can quickly replenish energy for visitors, making it convenient to enjoy during the tour. The price is moderate and it is deeply loved by parent-child families and young tourists.
Seafood Fried Rice
The seafood fried rice in the scenic area uses a variety of fresh seafood, such as shrimp, squid, and scallops, and is stir-fried with rice and eggs. The fried rice is distinct in grains, and the freshness of the seafood is fully integrated with the aroma of the rice. It has a rich taste and is nutritious, making it a good choice for visitors to experience ocean flavors.
Surrounding Seafood Stalls
There are many seafood stalls around the park. Relying on Tianjin's coastal advantages, they provide various fresh seafood. The seafood here is mostly caught on the same day, with rich varieties such as mantis shrimp, crabs, and shellfish. The cooking methods are mainly steaming and spicy stir-frying, preserving the original flavor of the seafood to the greatest extent. Visitors can go there after playing to taste authentic coastal seafood flavors.
Tickets：
Tickets are 290 yuan per person.
You can search for the official public account "Haihe'an Tianjin Polar Ocean Resort" on WeChat to get the latest updates or buy tickets online.
Opening Hours：
The opening hours of the scenic area are adjusted according to the seasons. The regular opening hours are Monday to Friday 9:30-17:00 (last entry at 16:00); Saturday to Sunday and statutory holidays 9:00-17:30 (last entry at 16:30). Visitors are advised to check the latest opening hours through official channels before traveling to avoid affecting their itinerary.
Tour Route：
After entering the scenic area, visitors can first go to Antarctic Penguin Island to watch the cute penguins, which takes about 40 minutes; then go to Mysterious Arctic Village to visit Arctic animals and experience Arctic customs, which takes about 1 hour; then enter the Undersea Tunnel to immersively experience the ocean world, which takes about 30 minutes; afterward go to the Future Jellyfish Museum to enjoy the dreamy jellyfish, which takes about 40 minutes; finally visit the Exploring the Fish Universe Exhibition Hall to learn about strange fish, which takes about 30 minutes. During the tour, visitors can intersperse watching the five major animal science shows according to the animal performance times. The entire tour route takes about 4-5 hours, allowing a relatively comprehensive experience of the main contents of the scenic area.
Transportation：
Bus: You can take Tianjin buses 110, 821, 940, etc., and get off at Polar Ocean World Station, then walk about 10 minutes to reach the entrance of the scenic area.
Subway: Take Tianjin Metro Line 9 and get off at Tanggu Station, then transfer to a bus or taxi to the scenic area. The taxi ride is about 15 minutes.
Self-driving: Starting from the center of Tianjin, drive along Jinbin Expressway, turn onto Haibin Expressway, exit at Xiangluowan, and follow the navigation instructions to reach the scenic area. There is a parking lot in the scenic area. The charging standard is 5 yuan/hour for small vehicles and 10 yuan/hour for large vehicles.
Must-Visit Attractions：
Antarctic Penguin Island: Restores the Antarctic environment and allows close observation of various penguins. It is a popular attraction for parent-child visits.
Mysterious Arctic Village: Gathers a variety of rare Arctic animals, allowing visitors to appreciate the unique charm of the Arctic. The beluga whale performance is deeply loved by tourists.
Undersea Tunnel: With a 180-degree panoramic design, it allows visitors to be in the ocean and have close contact with various marine organisms. It is an excellent place for photos.
Travel Suggestions：
It is recommended to spend 4-5 hours touring to fully experience each exhibition area and watch animal performances.
Check the animal performance schedule for the day in advance and reasonably arrange the tour route to avoid missing wonderful performances.
The scenic area is rich in science education activities. You can take children to participate in activities in the science classrooms to enhance their understanding of polar marine life.
When visiting in summer, the air conditioning in the scenic area is suitable, but it is still recommended to bring a thin jacket to avoid the temperature difference when entering and leaving.
You can get a free tour map at the entrance of the scenic area to facilitate planning the tour route.
Precautions：
Feeding animals and tapping on display tanks are prohibited in the scenic area. Visitors need to care for animals and facilities and abide by the rules of the scenic area.
When watching animal performances, maintain order, do not make loud noises, and do not move around at will, so as not to affect the animals and other audiences.
Take good care of the elderly and children to avoid getting lost in crowded places. The scenic area has a broadcast missing-person service.
Keep personal belongings safe and pay attention to theft prevention during the tour. There are lockers available in the scenic area.
Follow the epidemic prevention regulations of the scenic area and take personal protection according to real-time requirements, such as wearing masks.