Zhongyang Street, sometimes shortened to X.Y.Street (AKA Central Street), is the thriving heartbeat of Harbin. And the beat is a musical one, it’s sounds can heard at night all along this busy commercial and tourist pedestrian thoroughfare. One of Harbin’s nicknames is Music City (though...More

Date of experience: August 2019

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ALEMNA1

Qiqihar, China

1

Reviewed August 15, 2019 via mobile

Fascinating site

Visit this place and you’ll not regret it. Preferably at night to have a nice view of the lighting. Have a taste of the street food as well. I enjoyed walking there every single evening of my stay

Date of experience: August 2019

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Daniel A

Beijing, China

28621358

Reviewed July 18, 2019

A must while in Harbin

After spending much time with family, we finally ventured out and went directly to Zhongyang Pedestrian Street. It was a rather warm and humid July day but the street provides much shade so it was very pleasant. I never get over the thrill of just...More

Date of experience: July 2019

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RossOrpington

Orpington

661353

Reviewed July 10, 2019

Fascinating cobble-stoned road

I walked up and down this lovely cobble-stoned street, soaking up the atmosphere caused by the crowds and various side shows which seems to take place on a random basis. There were many shops selling Russian food, drink (vodka) and touristy gifts. Some were very...More

Date of experience: June 2019

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lonestar_queen

Tokyo, Japan

2119

Reviewed June 22, 2019 via mobile

Soak up the festive atmosphere

Zhonyang (central in English) street is about 1.5 kilometer long. It always creates a festive atmosphere with full of tourists. There are tons of places to eat from high-end restaurants to street food vendors. Also, there are so many Russian souvenir shops. I stopped by...More

Date of experience: June 2019

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Eden C

Hong Kong, China

12651

Reviewed June 18, 2019

Large walking street

You can easily spend a day here, as there are many shops, stalls and restaurants along the entire street, which is over 1 km long. There is also a post office if you want to send a postcard home. Do try the famous ice popsicle,...More

Date of experience: June 2019

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Julee P

Bangkok, Thailand

414

Reviewed June 4, 2019

Unique walking street

Our hotel was just opposite the entrance of the Central Street, so we walked thru the street everyday during our 3 days stay. There were many restaurants and shops. In our mind, this street was the most unique attraction in Haerbin. This is definitely the...More

Date of experience: May 2019

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KaylaKersey

Shanghai, China

2912

Reviewed May 21, 2019

A really cool walk-- make sure to drink some Russian vodka!

I traveled to Harbin during Chinese New Year on a solo backpacking trip, and this district in Harbin was an interesting highlight. I walked the majority of the street, and followed the Lonely Planet recommended path-- into some of the cooler, older buildings that have...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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hermie88

Toronto, Canada

15732

Reviewed May 16, 2019 via mobile

Wonderful street

This street is full of life and sounds, especially in the evenings. There are plenty of shops, restaurants on this street that will offer you many treats and delights. I would suggest a frozen local treat. The original flavour is the one to go with....More

Date of experience: May 2019

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hweeying

Johor Bahru, Malaysia

731336

Reviewed April 12, 2019 via mobile

Central street

Zhongyang in Mandarin means central. This street is within walking distance from our hostel. We came here 3 times during our 7 days backpack trip. There are many apparel shops and also you can find fast food store here. Plenty choices and convenient for tourist....More