Shenzhen, China

15 Best Things to Do in Shenzhen

Shenzhen Window of the World tops the list, and the rest of Shenzhen follows, ranked by real visits.

We rank by how many travelers reviewed each place, across the 49 we track here. Updated monthly.

  1. Shenzhen Window of the World

    Park & nature

    Window of the World is one of Shenzhen's famous theme parks, a sprawling attraction where over 100 of the world's great landmarks are reproduced at miniature (and sometimes near-full) scale, letting…

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  2. China Folk Culture Village

    Park & nature

    China Folk Culture Village is a sprawling theme park located in the Overseas Chinese Town area of Shenzhen.

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  3. Luohu Commerical City (Lo Wu Shopping Plaza)

    MarketFree entry

    Luohu Commercial City, also known as Lo Wu Shopping Plaza, is a massive shopping complex located directly adjacent to the Shenzhen Railway Station and the Lo Wu border crossing with Hong Kong.

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  4. Sea World

    LandmarkFree entry

    Sea World in Shenzhen is not a traditional ocean park but a popular entertainment complex centered around the retired French cruise liner Minghua.

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  5. Happy Valley of Shenzhen

    Park & nature

    Happy Valley of Shenzhen is a sprawling amusement park nestled in the Overseas Chinese Town area of Nanshan District.

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  6. Dong Men Pedestrian Street

    MarketFree entry

    Dong Men Pedestrian Street, also known as Dongmen Shopping Area, is a vibrant open-air market in Shenzhen's Luohu District.

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  7. Dameisha Beach

    Park & nature

    Dameisha Beach is a well-maintained public beach located in the Yantian District of Shenzhen, offering a scenic escape from the city's urban hustle.

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  8. COCO Park

    MarketFree entry

    COCO Park is a premier lifestyle destination in the heart of Shenzhen's central business district. This multi-level open-air complex blends retail, dining, and entertainment in a modern, pedestrian-friendly layout.

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  9. Huaqiang North Road Commercial District

    LandmarkFree entry

    Huaqiang North Road Commercial District is the beating heart of Shenzhen’s electronics industry, a sprawling pedestrian-friendly zone lined with massive malls and street stalls selling everything from smartphone components to drones.

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  10. Kingkey 100

    Landmark

    Kingkey 100 is a 100-story, 441-meter-tall skyscraper that dominates the Shenzhen skyline. Located on Shennan Road East in the bustling Luohu District, it is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.

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  11. Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre

    LandmarkFree entry

    The Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre (SZCEC) is a sprawling modern venue located on Shennan Avenue in Futian District, the city's central business area.

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  12. Shenzhen Museum

    MuseumFree entry

    Shenzhen Museum, located at No.6 Tongxin Road in the Futian District, offers a deep dive into the history and culture of one of China’s most dynamic cities.

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  13. OCT Loft Creative Culture Park

    LandmarkFree entry

    OCT Loft Creative Culture Park is a dynamic hub for art, design, and innovation in Shenzhen's Nanshan District.

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  14. Queen Spa & Dining

    Sight

    Queen Spa & Dining is a wellness and dining venue located on Chunfeng Road in Shenzhen.

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  15. Lizhi Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Lizhi Park, also known as Lychee Park, is a beloved natural retreat in the heart of Shenzhen.

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