Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park
Pigeon Nest is where Mao Zedong wrote his poem “Waves Sifting Sand · Beidaihe,” and also where Cao Cao composed “Viewing the Sea” (“Standing at Jieshi in the east, I gaze upon the vast ocean”).…
Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park, Qinhuangdao
Key facts
- Admission
- Pigeon Nest: ¥35; Tiger Rock Park: free admission
- Opening hours
- Pigeon Nest: 5:40–17:30; Tiger Rock Park: 8:00–18:00
- Getting there
- Take bus No. 34 from Qinhuangdao along Coastal Avenue to reach both parks.
- Guidebook rating
- 4 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1774. Open in Google Maps
About Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park
Pigeon Nest is where Mao Zedong wrote his poem “Waves Sifting Sand · Beidaihe,” and also where Cao Cao composed “Viewing the Sea” (“Standing at Jieshi in the east, I gaze upon the vast ocean”). The views are wide open, and it is a great place to watch the sunrise and wild seagulls. Tiger Rock is simply a few rocks shaped like tigers. Visitors who make a special trip to see these stones may be a little disappointed, but the sunsets here are beautiful.
Tips from the guidebook
- 1. Many vendors selling local specialties line the entrance to Tiger Rock Park. Seaside products are largely similar and overpriced, so buying them here is not recommended.
- 2. If you simply want to see the sea, try walking away from the entrance of Tiger Rock in either direction.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park cost?
Admission to Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park is Pigeon Nest: ¥35; Tiger Rock Park: free admission, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park?
Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park is open Pigeon Nest: 5:40–17:30; Tiger Rock Park: 8:00–18:00.
How do I get to Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park?
Take bus No. 34 from Qinhuangdao along Coastal Avenue to reach both parks.
Where is Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park?
Pigeon Nest and Tiger Rock Park is in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, in the North China of China.
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