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Shenzhen is a relatively new city and, as such, doesn’t have a lot of historical sites but don’t let that put you off; there’s still plenty to see and do in the city. Shenzhen is known throughout China for its abundance of theme parks but that’s not the only thing on offer; there are gardens, a temple and traditional Hakka architecture all within easy reach of the city centre. Here’s our list of ten of the best attractions in Shenzhen.
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Top 10 Shenzhen
Attractions
Shenzhen Window of the World:China’s largest miniature theme park includes models of the Eiffel Tower, Tower Bridge, Sydney Opera House, The Pyramids and even the Grand Canyon!
Admission: 160RMB Opening times: 9am – 10:30pmHow to get there: Take the Luobao line and get off at Shijiezhichuang Station
Kingkey 100:Shenzhen’s tallest skyscraper at 442meters tall, it dominates the city. The top four floors are a sky garden with panoramic views of Shenzhen and the countryside.
Admission: FreeOpening times: 24 hoursHow to get there: Take the Shekou or Luobao lines and get off at the Grand Theatre
Happy Valley:This theme park opened in 2002. It’s got roller coasters, a water park, a rapids ride and a multitude of different scary, swing rides.
Admission: 180RMBOpening times: 9:30am – 9pmHow to get there: Take the Luobao line and get off at Shijiezhichuang Station
Crane Lake Fortified Hakka VillageThis is the biggest example of a traditional Hakka fortified settlement in China. It also houses the Hakka Culture Museum.
Admission: 10RMBOpening times: 8:30am – 5:30pmHow to get there: Take the Longgang line to Nanlian Station
Chinese Folk Culture Village:In this theme park you can see examples of the architecture of China’s 56 ethnic minorities. There’s also snacks and handicrafts from each of the minority groups.
Admission: 130RMBOpening times: 10am – 9pmHow to get there: Take the Luobao line to Huaqiaocheng Station
Hongfa Temple:The Temple was built on the terraces of Wutong Mountain and is a typical Buddhist temple with a Pagoda from which you can get a good view of Shenzhen.
Admission: 20RMBOpening times: 8am – 6pmHow to get there: Take mini-bus 468 to the gates of Fairy Lake Gardens then take the shuttle bus to the temple
Fairy Lake Botanical Gardens:There’s 6 different scenic areas in this 590 hectare park. Highlights include a forest of fossilised trees from Inner Mongolia and a boating lake.
Admission: 20RMBOpening times: 7am – 10pmHow to get there: Take mini-bus 468
Wutong Mountain:On a clear day you can see Hong Kong from the top of Wutong Mountain so the 2 or 3 hours that it takes to walk up it are well worth the effort.
Admission: FreeOpening times: Open all dayHow to get there: Take bus no. 211 from Dongmen Road Central
OCT East Shenzhen:Another of Shenzhen’s famous theme parks; this one has four themed areas including a replica of a Swiss resort town.
Admission: 130RMBOpening times: 9am -10:30pmHow to get there: Take bus J1, tour bus 6 or Airport Bus 6 to Daxiagu
Dapeng Fortress:The fortress was the sight of several key battles during the Opium Wars and has a history of over 600 years.
Admission: 15RMBOpening times: 9am – 6pmHow to get there: Take bus no. 364, 818, 833 or E11
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