Visit Shenzhen
What to do in Shenzhen?
Shenzhen is located on the southern coast of China, in the southern part of Guangdong Province and on the eastern bank of the Pearl River Estuary. As a national economic center, sci-tech innovation center, regional financial center and commercial & logistics center, it is one of the cities with the best economic benefits in Chinese mainland. It boasts various tourist resources, including theme parks like Window of the World and Happy Valley, natural landscapes such as Wutong Mountain and Dameisha Seaside Park, as well as historical and cultural relics like Nantou Ancient Town.
Dameisha Beach Park: Located in Yantian District, Shenzhen, Dameisha Beach Park sits at the foot of Wutong Mountain and beside Dapeng Bay. As one of Shenzhen’s most iconic coastal leisure landmarks, it has been a beloved recreational destination cherished by generations of Shenzhen residents since its opening in 1999.The1800-meter-long golden beach features soft and fine sand. On sunny days, the glistening sea surface and green mountains form a natural picture scroll. The 1-kilometer-long coastal boardwalk built along the sea is a popular check-in spot—with waves crashing against the reefs beneath your feet and palm trees providing shade beside you, walking here allows you to immerse yourself in the sea breeze and sea views.
Happy Harbor: Situated at the intersection of Baohua Road and Haitian Road in Bao’an District, Happy Harbor is a national 4A-level tourist attraction and one of the most iconic coastal landmarks in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The winding boardwalk along the coast allows visitors to immerse themselves in the breeze and sea scenery. At night, the Ferris wheel’s twinkling lights reflect on the water, forming a romantic urban nightscape that makes every shot worthy of being a wallpaper . The “Voice of the Bay” Shenzhen Coastal Art Center within the scenic area gathers world-class performances, while the Zhongshuge Library—hailed as “Shenzhen’s most beautiful library”—features spiral staircases and abundant books, offering a quiet haven amid the bustle.
Wutong Mountain is home to Shenzhen’s highest peak, known as the “No.1 Peak of Pengcheng” (Pengcheng is an alias of Shenzhen). From here, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Shenzhen and Hong Kong. With a forest coverage rate of 88.6%, it boasts abundant animal and plant resources. Every March to April, alpine Rhododendron moulmainense (the only alpine rhododendron species in Shenzhen) and other flowers are in full bloom, presenting a beautiful ecological landscape. Meanwhile, Wutong Mountain has profound cultural heritage—attractions such as the “Wuling Tianchi” (a scenic spot dating back to the Ming Dynasty) and the North Gate Archway with Lingnan style are worth visiting. It is a comprehensive scenic area integrating mountain climbing, scenery appreciation and research learning.
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Getting There & Away:
Shenzhen is located in the southern part of Guangdong Province and on the east bank of the Pearl River Estuary. It has very convenient transportation connections with major cities across China and even around the world. The city boasts a highly accessible transportation system, with well-developed highway, railway, waterway and air transportation networks.
In terms of railways, Shenzhen has an extensive railway network, with key stations including Shenzhen North Railway Station, Shenzhen Railway Station and Futian Railway Station. These stations provide high-speed rail and bullet train services, enabling fast travel to major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.
Regarding air transportation, Shenzhen is home to Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport, which is one of the busiest airports in China. It operates a large number of domestic and international flights to over 200 destinations worldwide. Domestic routes connect to all major cities across the country; international routes offer direct flights to core cities in Asia (such as Tokyo, Seoul, Singapore, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur), Europe (such as London, Paris and Frankfurt), North America (such as New York and Los Angeles) and Oceania (such as Sydney and Melbourne). Travel from within Shenzhen to Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport is also very convenient.
For internal urban transportation, public transportation facilities are highly developed and efficient, providing great convenience for the daily travel of citizens and tourists. The metro network has an extensive coverage, spanning most major administrative districts and scenic spots. In addition, a comprehensive bus network can reach more communities, and traditional taxis, ride-hailing services and shared bicycles are also widely available, offering flexible options for short-distance travel.
