Shanhai Pass

秦皇岛市山海关景区

Hebei, QinhuangdaoDesignated 2018·40.0726°N, 119.5515°E

Ticket Price

First Pass Under Heaven CNY 40; Old Dragon Head CNY 50; Mengjiangnu Temple CNY 25

Duration

3 to 5 hours

Designated

2018

About Shanhai Pass

Shanhai Pass in Qinhuangdao, Hebei, is a grand Ming-dynasty fortress at the eastern end of the Great Wall, celebrated as the "First Pass Under Heaven." Here the Wall meets the Bohai Sea, guarding a historic gateway between China's heartland and the northeast.

Highlights

The eastern starting point ('First Pass Under Heaven') of the Great Wall where it meets the sea; highlights include the 'First Pass' gate tower, the Old Dragon Head (wall entering the sea), and the Mengjiangnu Temple.

Suggested Route

Visit the First Pass tower, then the Old Dragon Head, and nearby Jiaoshan; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

Try Shanhaiguan seafood and local snacks; stay in Qinhuangdao.

Facilities

Restrooms, shuttle buses, and cable cars; some steps at towers. Bilingual signage (unverified).

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.