Bangchuidao Scenic Area lies about 5 kilometers (3 miles) east of downtown Dalian. It consists of Bangchuidao Island and Bangchuidao Guesthouse. The islet is situated 600 meters (about 2000 feet) away from the smooth seashore. Since the ginseng-shaped island looks like a Bangchui, a wooden baton used by ancient Chinese as a washing tool, hence the name. The tiny islet covers only 0.3 square kilometers, it features craggy stones, steep cliffs, blossoming flowers and singing birds.

Bangchuidao Guesthouse was built in 1960. It is the state guest house of Dalian. The luxurious hotel covers 87 hectares and has a floor space of 42137 square meters. Now the hotel has been outfitted with standard golf course, tennis court, bowling alley, swimming pool and other modern recreational facilities, which ensures visitors a happy stay in the beautiful scene.