Russian Street (俄罗斯风情街)

Russian Street (俄罗斯风情街, Éluósī Fēngqíng Jiē) is Dalian's charming heritage district — a lane of colorful Russian wooden houses that tell the story of the city's Russian past.

What to See

The Architecture — A row of restored Russian wooden houses from the early 1900s. The houses are painted in bright colors and have ornate wooden carvings.

Russian Shops — Shops selling Russian products — matryoshka dolls, amber jewelry, Russian chocolate, and vodka. A taste of Russia in China.

Russian Restaurants — Restaurants serving Russian cuisine — borscht, pelmeni, and black bread. The food is authentic and affordable.

The Atmosphere — The street has a relaxed, European feel — different from anywhere else in China. Street musicians play Russian folk songs in summer.

Practical Tips

• Free to walk around
• The street is near the Dalian Railway Station
• Visit in the evening when the street is lit up
• Try the Russian bread and borscht
• The street is small — allow 1-2 hours