Shenzhen / 深圳
Shenzhen is a city in Guangdong Province, southern China, and is known for its modern skyline, technology industry, shopping, and theme parks. It is a great destination for visitors who want to experience modern city life, entertainment, beaches, and innovative attractions.
Highlights:
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Shenzhen Bay Park (深圳湾公园) – A waterfront park popular for walking, cycling, and sunset views.
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Window of the World (世界之窗) – A theme park featuring miniature versions of famous landmarks from around the world.
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Ping An Finance Centre (平安金融中心) – One of the tallest buildings in the world, offering panoramic views of Shenzhen from its observation deck.
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Dameisha Beach (大梅沙海滨公园) – A popular public beach for swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the seaside.
Best Time to Visit:
October to December (weather cool, dry, and more comfortable for sightseeing)
Note: avoid late springs to summer time because the weather hot and humid with frequent rain)
Ideal Stay:
3 days and 2 nights
Suitable For:
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All ages
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Visitors who want to experience modern city life, entertainment, beaches, and innovative attractions.
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Business travelers.
Airport Name (distance to city centre):
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (深圳宝安国际机场), 32 km to the city centre, 31 minutes by car and 50 minutes by metro.
Train Station Name (distance to city centre):
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Shenzhen North Railway Station (深圳北站), 13 km to the city centre, 17 minutes by car and 25 minutes by metro.
- Shenzhen Railway Station (深圳站), 9.5 km to the city centre and 16 minutes by cars and 38 minutes by metro.
Where to go
He Xiangning Art Museum / 何香凝美术馆
OCT East (East Overseas Chinese Town) / 东部华侨城
Shenzhen Bay Sports Center (Spring Cocoon) / 深圳湾体育中心 (春茧)
Shenzhen Book City (Central Book City) / 深圳书城 (中心书城)
Dapeng Fortress (Dapeng Ancient City) / 大鹏所城
Shenzhen Bay Park / 深圳湾公园
Dafen Oil Painting Village / 大芬油画村
OCT Harbour (Happy Coast) / 欢乐海岸
Window of the World / 世界之窗
Hongfa Temple / 弘法寺
Huaqiangbei Electronics Market / 华强北电子市场
COCO Park (Star River COCO Park) / 星河COCO Park
Ping An Finance Center Free Sky Observation Deck / 平安金融中心云际观光层
Fairy Lake Botanical Garden / 仙湖植物园
Splendid China Folk Village / 锦绣中华民俗村
Wutong Mountain / 梧桐山
Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning (MOCAPE) / 深圳市当代艺术与城市规划馆
Xiaomeisha Beach / 小梅沙
Dameisha Beach Park / 大梅沙海滨公园
Dongmen Pedestrian Street / 东门步行街
Sea World / 海上世界
Happy Valley Shenzhen / 深圳欢乐谷
Yangtai Mountain Forest Park / 阳台山森林公园
What to eat
Da Ge Fan / 大鸽饭
One of Shenzhen's most popular Cantonese restaurants, highly rated on Dianping for its signature roast pigeon and classic Guangdong dishes. Located in COCO Park, it's a favorite among both locals and visitors looking for authentic Cantonese flavors in a modern setting. �
Dongmen Pedestrian Street / 东门步行街
Shenzhen's most famous street food destination and one of the city's oldest commercial districts. Packed with local snack vendors, bubble tea shops, dessert stores, and trendy eateries, it's the best place for first-time visitors to experience Shenzhen's vibrant food culture.
Laoxianmen Seafood Market Restaurant / Laoxianmen Seafood Market Restaurant
One of Shenzhen's most popular seafood restaurants, offering a lively "seafood market" dining experience where customers can choose from a wide variety of fresh seafood prepared Cantonese-style. Well known on Dianping for its freshness, generous portions, and late-night dining. �
Ensue / Ensue
One of Shenzhen's most prestigious restaurants, awarded Two Michelin Stars. Ensue offers an innovative tasting menu that blends modern European techniques with premium Chinese ingredients, creating one of the city's finest dining experiences. �
Zhong Fa Yuan Muslim Restaurant / 中发源清真餐厅（春风路店）
One of Shenzhen's best-known halal restaurants, serving authentic Northwestern Chinese Muslim cuisine. A long-time favorite among local Muslim communities and international travelers, it's especially renowned for its lamb dishes and handmade noodles. �