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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Shenzhen [2025]
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Window of the World
4.5
/5
40360 reviews
8.2
From £11.88
Based on 2,391 reviews
Overseas Chinese Town | 8.8 km from downtown
Phone +86075526608000
Address: No. 9037 Shennan Road, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Drone shows on select dates
Japanese tea ceremony & African dance
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There are also a variety of entertainment activities. The exciting "Amazon Adventure" takes you through the mysterious jungle and feels the thrill of water adventure; the romantic "Crossing Europe" train allows you to shuttle between the iconic buildings of European countries and appreciate the exotic customs.
Shenzhen Window of the World has 118 miniature landscapes of global landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower, Taj Mahal, and the Pyramids, which are restored at a ratio of 1:1 to 1:15, allowing visitors to experience the feeling of "traveling around the world" in one day, with excellent photo effects.
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Ping An Finance Center - Free Sky
4.9
/5
20059 reviews
7.5
From £18.58
Based on 32 reviews
Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center | 1.1 km from downtown
Phone +86075529163888
Address: No. 16, Fuhua 4th Road, Futian Street, Futian District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Night Attractions
Highlights:
High-speed elevator reaches 116 floors
360° view of Shenzhen & sea
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The scenery is very good. There will be a brief explanation before going up. There is also an official layer of more than 500 meters in the Shenzhen promotional video. You can overlook the whole Shenzhen. You can go there to watch the sunset in the evening. There is also coffee ice cream and VR experience. In general, it is very worthwhile
In order to bring the children to experience it, the whole family watched the sunset there. It was particularly beautiful and comfortable. We took a lot of beautiful photos. It is a very pleasant place and worth recommending for its fun!
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Splendid China Folk Cultural Villages
4.7
/5
20214 reviews
7.3
From £9.36
Based on 1,268 reviews
Overseas Chinese Town | 7.2 km from downtown
Phone +86075526600626
Address: 9005 Shennan Avenue, OCT, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Nearly 100 1:15 scaled down attractions
Cultural shows & unique experiences
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The idea of the park was amazing and realization was cool, several years ago. Now it looks like abandoned and neglected. A lot of neglected territories that used to be an important touristic part. We were in a very hot day, was a bit difficult. Thanks trip com for good tickets ^^
We visited Splendid China on a rainy day. We paid a reduced admission fee, and the park was near empty. There were no lines, and we really enjoyed ourselves. A lot of the regular shows were cancelled due to the rain though, but we still managed to catch the Tibetan tribe show. My 15 year old was very happy that he got to see the miniature versions of The Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, Terra Cotta Warriors, and the Forbidden City. Splendid China is a good place to come and get an idea of all the famous landmarks of China. Although the park has been around for a while, it is still a worthwhile visit for first time visitors.
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Shenzhen Happy Valley
4.8
/5
32890 reviews
7.0
From £15.38
Overseas Chinese Town | 8 km from downtown
Phone +86075526949168
Address: NO.18 Huaqiao West Road, Overseas Chinese Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.2 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Shenzhen
Highlights:
350,000 ㎡ illuminated park at night
Immersive night experience & lights
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The park opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 10 p.m., making for a packed and fulfilling day. Despite the high entrance fee, the food inside felt underwhelming. Pre-prepared dishes and hard rice made for a disappointing dining experience, while water was a hefty 8 yuan per bottle.
The scenery is nice and it's in the city. However, there's a roller coaster next to the pirate ship that's under repair, so the smell of paint and formaldehyde is quite strong. The food is delicious and the drinks there are very cost-effective.
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Safari Park Shenzhen
4.4
/5
13061 reviews
6.9
From £20.55
Based on 175 reviews
Xili Zoological Garden and University Town of Shenzhen | 10.6 km from downtown
Phone +86075526622888
Address: East side of Xili Lake, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Featured in 2024 Asia 100 - Family-Friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Pandas & tigers viewing
Dolphin & bird flight shows
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There were so many animals to see and interact with. As soon as you enter, you'll start riding the miniature train. It's convenient for bringing the elderly along. There are plenty of trees, so it's not too hot and it's a cool place. Most importantly, you can have a full day. There's a place to sit. When you're tired and want to eat, there's only instant noodles and sausage. So next time, I'll definitely bring some food for a picnic. 😙
Many signs in the park advertise scheduled tours on weekends and holidays, but they don't. Furthermore, the admission price is still too high. However, the animals are given ample space to roam, which is considered quite humane.
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Bay Glory Ferris Wheel
4.6
/5
1176 reviews
6.6
From £14.48
Qianhai | 17.5 km from downtown
Phone +864007622388
Address: Binhai Cultural Park,Haifu Road,Bao'an Bay,Bao'an District,Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Wide view overlooking Shenzhen at nigh
420 ft Ferris wheel with panoramic cabin
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[View] Beautiful ocean views, including the coastal highway, the inner bay, and the fish swimming.
[Fun] Nearby activities include running, cycling, delicious food, milk tea, crabbing, and sand play.
[Value for money] High
The weather was great, with blue sky and white clouds. It was beautiful, so beautiful! I only wish the Guangzhou Ferris Wheel would go slower so I could take more photos. It was only 69 yuan and was more beautiful than the Tianjin Eye.
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Shenzhen Shekou Cruise Home Port
4.5
/5
399 reviews
6.6
From £5.94
Shekou Area (Nanshan District) | 17 km from downtown
Phone +864008831872
Address: 广东省深圳市南山区海运路1号蛇口邮轮中心
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.3 of Night Attractions in Shenzhen
Highlights:
Variety routes with sea sightseeing
Cruise homeport with sea, land, air, rail
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I was lucky enough to buy a ticket at the manual window when I arrived at Shekou Port. They said that there was a temporary additional ferry at 17:30, so I chose it decisively. The time period was really great, with night views and sunsets.
The tour was very convenient, the route instructions were clear, and the service attitude was very good. The interactive activities on the cruise ship were full of atmosphere, and the magic show was shocking and magical. The most exciting thing was watching the vast ocean on the deck and crossing the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge at close range. As a Chinese, I am extremely proud!
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Xiaomeisha Resort
4.7
/5
1848 reviews
6.5
From £5.17
Based on 85 reviews
Yantian (Dameisha & Xiaomeisha) | 28.3 km from downtown
Phone +864000011533
Address: No. 39, Xiaomeisha Section, Yan Kui Road, Yantian District, Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
No.4 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Shenzhen
Highlights:
Beach music performance (Partial dates)
Jurassic Coast landforms | Coast scenery
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Xiaomeisha is still very good. Dameisha is cheap, but there are too many people and there is no play experience. Although Xiaomeisha charges a fee, there are few people going out to play. Everyone certainly doesn't like crowds. The travel experience is very good.
Dameisha has an acceptable number of people because of the fee. The people are of high quality, the beach is clean, the sand is fine, and the seawater is good. There is a MGM hotel by the sea. I will stay at this hotel next time if I have the chance, so that I can go to the beach in the morning and evening. The road is quite congested, and it took an hour and a half to get here from Longgang Bantian. People are still coming here at 5 pm, and it is estimated that it will be crowded in the evening.
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Dameisha Coastal Park
4.6
/5
2227 reviews
6.3
Based on 390 reviews
Yantian (Dameisha & Xiaomeisha) | 26.2 km from downtown
Phone +86075525209678
Address: No. 148, Dameisha Section, Yankui Road, Yantian District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 3 hours
No.1 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Shenzhen
Highlights:
Motorboats & beach bikes experience
Surrounded by mountains & sea with beach
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🦀Tips🦀
Dameisha Exit A ➡️Dameisha Beach Park (a large beach is right outside the entrance) ➡️Dameisha Beach Boardwalk (right of the entrance)
Go up the stairs and you'll find so much to see~ 🉑You can bike around or walk up; the breeze is so cool and comfortable!
📍Address: Dameisha Beach Boardwalk (Dameisha Beach Park)
🚇Metro: Take Line 2/8, Dameisha Station, Exit A, and you'll see the endless ocean🌊. 🚘 Driving: 🧭 Dameisha Seaside Park Parking Lot 🅿️ (very affordable parking)
🎫 Admission: Free, free, free❗️ (reservations are required during holidays)
📷 Photo Spots 📷
1️⃣ The corner of the boardwalk is a great spot for photos!
2️⃣ At the end of the boardwalk, take in the stunning photos from the stairs down.
3️⃣ At the bend at the top of the boardwalk
4️⃣ Take photos down the bike path, where you can capture the boardwalk and the ocean.
5️⃣ The beach at Seaside Park 🏖️ Under the coconut trees
6️⃣ At the cactus 🌵
7️⃣ At the Dameisha swings
8️⃣ At the reefs 🪨
The boardwalk is the most photogenic spot! Every snap is a masterpiece. An hour or so of walking and snapping is enough. Try to find the perfect spot!
Dameisha Beach Park is a provincial AAAAA-level tourist attraction with convenient transportation.
It has hosted numerous cultural events, including the 2013 Shenzhen Dameisha International Kite Festival, the "Flying with Dreams" event, the 26th World University Games Beach Volleyball Tournament in 2020, the opening ceremony of the 20th Shenzhen Gold Coast Tourism Festival in 2021, and the 2023 Strawberry Music Festival.
In April 2022, the "Shenzhen Dameisha Beach Park Overall Ecological Restoration Project" was selected as one of the top ten examples of land space ecological restoration in Guangdong Province's second national land space ecological restoration project. Planning and design for Dameisha Beach Park began in late 1998, with construction largely completed in May 1999. It officially opened on June 18th and is now overflowing with visitors.
In 2017, with the growth in visitor numbers and demand, Dameisha Beach Park underwent a comprehensive renovation and upgrade, resulting in a significant increase in visitor satisfaction.
In 2018, the park was severely damaged by Typhoon Mangkhut, and reconstruction began in 2019.
Dameisha Beach Park, centered around Fengxin Square and Lianyi Square, is divided into three skywalks and four smaller parks. The three bridges are Fengxin Bridge, Central Bridge, and the Mountain and Sea Sunrise Pier. The four smaller parks are the Ecological Restoration Park, Cultural Heritage Park, Core Park, and Seaview Park. Other attractions include the Eternal Stone, the seven flying figure sculptures on the eastern beach, and the Wishing Tower in Fengxin Square. Dameisha Beach Park is a great place for leisure and tourism, and I highly recommend it.
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Xiaomeisha Sea World
4.2
/5
7202 reviews
6.3
From £23.75
Based on 60 reviews
Yantian (Dameisha & Xiaomeisha) | 28.6 km from downtown
Phone +864000011533
Address: Xiaomeisha Seaside Tourist Area, Yantian District, Shenzhen
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
No.7 of Water fun & Cool Retreats in Shenzhen
Highlights:
Sardine storm in Blue Cave
Experience patented mecha whale shark
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I brought my kids here and entered the park at 9:30 in the morning and played until 3:30 in the afternoon before going to the Seaside Park. There are still many marine animals. The air conditioning is a bit cold. You can bring a small thin jacket with you. Shenzhen is still quite sunny in September. I bought a ticket for the Ocean World and can enter the Seaside Park for free from 15:00 to 18:00 in the afternoon. It is a one-way street. Overall, it feels suitable for bringing kids.
I brought my kids here and entered the park at 9:30 in the morning and played until 3:30 in the afternoon before going to the Seaside Park. There are still many marine animals. The air conditioning is a bit cold. You can bring a small thin jacket with you. Shenzhen is still quite sunny in September. I bought a ticket for the Ocean World and can enter the Seaside Park for free from 15:00 to 18:00 in the afternoon. It is a one-way street. Overall, it feels suitable for bringing kids.
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