watch the local life but go along the side streets to shop More

I live half block away from it! I can see it from my apartment windows and I do really like it! Countless stores, shopping centers, Haagen Dazs, Starbucks, Bomeli Café (bakery), Tatos Restaurant, Suning and lots of other interesting places. It must be the busiest street in the city and "busy" in China does mean "thousands of people"! As it... More

Harbin will be an excellent place with the european buildings. This road showcases that in a very early state of redevelopment. i just appreciated seeing the old buildings and imagining life in the early 1900's. More

With temperatures well below freezing it is perhaps not surprising that I didn't find walking down the central pedestrain street in Harbin the most interesting activities. But there are actually a few thgins to see along this street and if you are dressed for the condtions then I am sure it is even possible to enjoy them. There are a... More

We usually stay at the Holiday Inn just across the street from the Zongyang Street entrance. From there, this pedestrian street goes almost exactly one mile, ending at Songhua River and Flood Control Monument. It makes for a good and interesting walk. Lots of shopping, stores and restaurants. They like to put artistic displays in the street at regular intervals... More

If you get a tour guide, they will tell you the many people that have traded in this area. Nearly all countries have made a mark in this place until the cultural revolution and the closing off of China to the world. More

bought Russian revolutionary stamps and tempted to buy nicely wrapped Russian chocolate Two McDonalds spotted - dropped into one but hot chocolate tasteless ice sculptures mediocre but adds a bit of artistic character More

Strolling down this iconic and long street mall in mid-winter is a great experience. Littered with ice sculptures of various kinds, some ice buildings and some snow sculptures. Most architectural styles are in the street somewhere (the Tourist Bureau guide provides all the details). Nip into a shop to warm up when necessary. More

They have done a great job of retaining the architecture and appeal of old Harbin, during the ice festival this street is also decorated with ice carvings. It runs from the railway station to the river, lots of fun activities on the frozen river to keep you active in winter More