Heishijiao Seafood Market

A vibrant seafood paradise where the ocean meets the city

Key Information

Best Time to Visit

Early morning for freshest catch

Must Try Dish

Steamed scallops with garlic

Local Specialty

Sea cucumber and abalone

Market Atmosphere

Lively and authentic

Payment Methods

Cash preferred local currency

Heishijiao Seafood Market is Dalians premier destination for fresh seafood enthusiasts. Located along the picturesque coastline this bustling market offers an authentic glimpse into northern Chinas rich maritime culture. The market comes alive each morning as fishing boats return with their daily catch creating a symphony of sights sounds and aromas. Here you can witness the entire seafood journey from ocean to plate with vendors expertly preparing everything from live crabs and lobsters to exotic sea urchins and abalone. The market embodies Dalians identity as a coastal city where the freshest seafood is not just food but a way of life.

Things to Do

Sample freshly steamed scallops with garlic sauce
Watch skilled vendors prepare live seafood
Photograph the colorful array of marine creatures
Learn about local fishing traditions from vendors
Try the famous Dalian sea cucumber dishes
Experience the morning auction of fresh catches
Taste various seafood snacks from street stalls