From glassy seas to sky-high viewpoints, Shenzhen is packed with stunning spots—here’s your go-to list for exploring the city’s best!
📍 Shenzhen Observatory - Dapeng
✅ Hailed by National Geographic as one of China’s most beautiful coastlines—half plank road, half sea views.
🚗 How to get there: Drive to Xichong Beach No. 4, then take a minibus to the mountain top.
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 09:00–12:00 & 14:30–17:30 (closed Mondays).
📍 Judiaosha - Dapeng New District
✅ Known as “Shenzhen’s Maldives” for its crystal-clear “glass sea.”
🚗 Take bus M27 to Judiaosha Station.
🎫 Partially free.
🕒 Open 24/7.
📍 Luzui Villa - Dapeng New District
✅ Filming location for The Mermaid—featuring valleys, cliffs, reefs, and beaches.
🚗 Take M274 to Yangmeikeng Station, then transfer to a sightseeing bus (¥13.8) or speedboat (¥30) to the villa.
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 6:00–18:00.
📍 Yougan Bay - Longgang District
✅ A niche deep-water bay on Nan’ao Peninsula with sparkling glass-like waters—feels like Hawaii!
🚗 Take E11 to Dapeng Moon Bay, then taxi to Nan’ao Yougan Bay Royal Resort Hotel.
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 8:00–18:30.
📍 Yunhai Square - Yantian District
✅ “Shenzhen’s Sky City”—stunning elevated views.
🚗 Take Metro Line 8 to Haishan Station (Exit B2), then transfer to the Yunhai Special Bus to Sanzhoutang Reservoir Observation Deck.
🎫 Free entry (includes access to Yunhai Square Library).
🕒 Open 8:30–18:00.
📍 Shenzhen Bay Park - Nanshan District
✅ Highlights: Siberian seagulls return seasonally! Don’t miss the orange sunset by the coconut trees.
🚗 Take Metro Line 9 to Shenzhen Bay Park Station (Exit D2).
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 6:00–23:00.
📍 Shenzhen Happy Harbor - Bao’an District
✅ The city’s new landmark, home to the popular “Light of the Bay Area” Ferris wheel—overlooks the entire bay.
🚗 Take Metro Line 5 to Linhai Station (Exit B2).
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 24/7.
📍 Qianhai Stone Park - Nanshan District
✅ Snap photos with the giant “Milk Dragon” sculpture. The Ferris wheel lights up beautifully at night—perfect for picnics or camping.
🚗 Take Metro Line 5 to Guiwan Station (Exit E).
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 24/7.
📍 Sea World - Nanshan District
✅ A chill seaside area with exhibition halls and a cruise ship.
🚗 Take Metro Line 2 to Sea World Station (Exit A).
🎫 Free entry.
🕒 Open 24/7.
📍 Xianhu Botanical Garden - Luohu District
✅ Dubbed “Shenzhen’s Altay”—a lush weekend escape for oxygen and relaxation.
🚗 Take Metro Line 2/8 to Xianhu Road Station (Exit C3).
🎫 ¥15 per person.
🕒 Open 6:00–18:00.
Whoever finds this guide is in for good luck—may you explore more hidden treasures with me! 🌟
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Sign InShenzhen is indeed a city suitable for family travel. I took my children to Window of the World and they had a lot of fun.
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