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Shenzhen will punish anyone who doesn't do their research. Shenzhen, this magical city, has both skyscrapers and stunning mountain and sea views. 🏙🌊 Shenzhen faces Hong Kong across the sea and has tons of fun places to visit. It's perfect for a city walk. 🚶 Shenzhen has so many parks, shopping malls, and art galleries that you'll never get bored. Plus, the transportation is super convenient, with the subway even going straight to the beach. 🏖 There's the Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory, which National Geographic named one of the most beautiful coastlines, and there's also the stunning Jidou Sha, which is just as beautiful as Semporna. 😍 Even better, many attractions are free! 🆓 My Shenzhen itinerary: ❶ Main theme: Ocean views 🌊 🗺️ 3-day itinerary (suitable for ocean lovers) Day 1: Arrive in Shenzhen ➟ Check in to hotel in Nanshan/Futian District 🏨 ➟ Sea World Culture and Arts Center ➟ Nuwa Seaside Park ➟ Sea World Day 2: Check in to Dapeng B&B 🏠 ➟ Jidou Sha ➟ Langqi ➟ Yangmeikeng ➟ Luzhui Avenue ➟ Luzhui Villa Day 3: Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory ➟ Check out and return ❷ Main theme: City exploration 🌃 🗺️ 3-day itinerary (suitable for first-time visitors to Shenzhen) Day 1: Arrive in Shenzhen ➟ Check in to hotel in Nanshan/Futian District 🏨 ➟ Sea World Culture and Arts Center ➟ Nuwa Seaside Park ➟ Sea World Day 2: Garden Expo Park ➟ OCT-LOFT ➟ Shenzhen Bay Park ➟ Happy Coast Day 3: Fairy Lake Botanical Garden ➟ Hongfa Temple ➟ Check out and return ✅ Other recommended places to visit in Shenzhen Chung Ying Street Located on the border between Hong Kong and Shenzhen, this street is perfect for taking Hong Kong-style photos, shopping, and enjoying the sea view. UpperHills Next to Bijia Hill Park and Lianhua Hill Park, this artistic town features bright red and yellow color blocks during the day. At night, head to Bijia Hill Park for a panoramic view of the Shenzhen cityscape 🌆! Hongqiao Park This unique park features a red bridge winding through the forest. If you have time, check it out (you can see it when the high-speed train is approaching the station). 🍪Tips 🌟 To visit the Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory and the appointment-only boardwalk, you need to make a reservation on the official WeChat account "Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory." Reservations open every Monday at 10:00 a.m. for the current week (150 spots each for morning and afternoon). The observatory is closed on Mondays. 🌟 The shuttle bus going downhill from Fairy Lake Botanical Garden stops running after 6:00 p.m. If you want to take the bus, make sure to return to the boarding point before 6:00 p.m., otherwise you'll have to walk down (about 25 minutes). Accommodation recommendation: Stay for three consecutive nights at this popular seaside B&B in Shenzhen 💐 Super chill~ . 📍 The sea is right outside your door, and you can even watch the sunrise over the sea 🌅. Dapeng Fortress is just a short walk away. The B&B also provides pick-up and drop-off service 🚗. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views of the mountains and sea 🌊. The huge projector screen and couple's bathtub 🛁 create the perfect vacation vibe ⛱️. . ✅ Highly recommended for couples to take photos 📸, every corner is Instagram-worthy. There are also children's play facilities 🎠, so it's great for families with kids too! They offer L'Occitane toiletries and Dyson hair dryers. The afternoon tea ☕️ with freshly ground coffee and the breakfast are also super delicious 🍳. . ✅ There are hydrangeas 🌹 in various muted colors. You can sing karaoke, drink, and barbecue in the common area on the first floor. They even give you books 📚 and snacks for the road as a farewell gift. A washing machine and dryer are available for guests. In the evening, the host invited us to enjoy tea and baked milk tea around the fireplace. It was so delicious! . 💰 Price per person: CNY 200–300 🍲 Food recommendations (personal taste) 🌟 Runyuan Coconut Chicken (I think this is the real Shenzhen specialty) 🌟 Master Li Crispy Tripe (the best crispy tripe I've ever had) 🌟 Spicy Coco (my favorite restaurant in Shenzhen) 🌟 Hua Yang Restaurant (a classic tea house where I've been having dim sum since I was a kid)