Home
Dalian
14 days

14 Days in Dalian

Two weeks in China's most European-feeling coastal city.

Last updated: September 13, 2026

Browse all itineraries →

Best time: May-SeptemberBudget: luxury

Quick Answer

Is 14 days enough for Dalian?

14 days lets you go beyond Dalian's core into neighborhoods, food markets, and one or two day trips at a relaxed pace.

Source: NihaoVisit Dalian guide

14-day Dalian itinerary at a glance

Use our full Dalian travel guide as the base and adapt it to 14 days. The shortest 14-day trips should focus on the city's three signature attractions; longer stays add neighborhood walks, food markets, and a high-speed rail day trip.

Xinghai (daily)Jinshitan (multiple)Lushun (multiple)All beachesIsland hopping

Day 1

Xinghai

Arrival.

dalian-xinghai-square

Day 2

Jinshitan

Beach day.

jinshitan-beach

Day 3

Lushun 1

Port Arthur.

lushun-port

Day 4

Lushun 2

Old town.

lushun-port

Day 5

Bangchui

Island.

jinshitan-beach

Day 6

Yingcheng

Beach.

jinshitan-beach

Day 7

Coastal Trail

Hiking.

dalian-xinghai-square

Day 8

Jinshitan Return

Beach again.

jinshitan-beach

Day 9

Lushun Third

More history.

lushun-port

Day 10

Fishing Village

Off-trail.

lushun-port

Day 11

Xinghai Museums

Museum day.

dalian-xinghai-square

Day 12

Beach Rest

Relax.

jinshitan-beach

Day 13

Dawn Walk

Sunrise.

dalian-xinghai-square

Day 14

Final

Last walk.

dalian-xinghai-square

Budget for 14 days in Dalian

Tier	Per day	14 days total
Backpacker	USD $50–$80	USD $700–$1,120
Mid-range	USD $100–$200	USD $1,400–$2,800
Luxury	USD $300+	USD $4,200+

Useful tools

Calculate your trip budget Build your custom China itinerary

Book your Dalian trip

TRIP.COMRecommended

Hotels, flights & tours

One-stop China trip booking · Foreign cards accepted

Hotels from $25/night

We may earn a commission when you book through these links. This does not affect our editorial recommendations.

Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Dalian?

Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.

Do I need a visa to visit Dalian?

It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.

How do I get from the airport to Dalian city center?

Dalian's main airport connects to the city center via metro, express train, or airport bus. See the airport transfer section of our Dalian guide.

Can I use 14 days for both Dalian and a side trip?

Yes — with 14 days you can pair Dalian with one nearby city (e.g. a high-speed rail side trip) and still have buffer days.

Is Dalian safe for tourists?

Yes. Dalian has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.