From must-see attractions to hidden gems, discover the best things to do, see, and eat in Shenzhen with our insider guide.
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From culture-rich destinations to impressive shopping malls, Shenzhen is full of surprises. Experience the best of this unique city with our insider guide on what to see, eat, and do.
ART AND CULTURE

“Book your tickets in advance to avoid long queues."
Travel across China in a day at the Splendid China Folk Village. Inside this huge attraction, you'll find a miniature park featuring incredible sights like the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army. There's also a China Folk Culture Village, filled with a fascinating myriad of ethnic villages.

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Located in the central Futian District, Shenzhen Concert Hall is a must-visit for avid music lovers who enjoy watching live performances of world-famous musicians and orchestras. The building also sports an impressive design by Arata Isozaki, an award-winning Japanese architect.

Step back in time and explore Dapeng Fortress, an ancient walled city that once protected the coastline from Japanese pirates. Along the narrow alleyways, you'll find a variety of shops, restaurants, and inns. The giant fortress is about an hour's drive from Shenzhen, so we recommend going early.
DINING

OCT HARBOUR
Situated on the shores of Shenzhen Bay, OCT Harbour is famously-known as the go-to destination for food, shopping, entertainment. Dine al fresco by the lake, or satisfy your cravings at any one of the many restaurants and cafes serving local or international cuisine.

OCT-LOFT
Compared to the bustling Shenzhen scene, OCT-LOFT is a breath of fresh air. Once an industrial estate, it's now a creative space dedicated to street art, crafts, and exhibitions. There are also many cafes, bars and restaurants around the area to check out.

COCONUT CHICKEN
Warm your soul with some authentic Hainan coconut chicken. Despite its name, this hearty dish is a Shenzhen speciality. It comprises tender Wenchang chicken from Hainan, cooked in fresh coconut water. The result is a sweet, savoury, and smooth broth — a must-eat for any food lover!

OCT HARBOUR
Situated on the shores of Shenzhen Bay, OCT Harbour is famously-known as the go-to destination for food, shopping, entertainment. Dine al fresco by the lake, or satisfy your cravings at any one of the many restaurants and cafes serving local or international cuisine.

OCT-LOFT
Compared to the bustling Shenzhen scene, OCT-LOFT is a breath of fresh air. Once an industrial estate, it's now a creative space dedicated to street art, crafts, and exhibitions. There are also many cafes, bars and restaurants around the area to check out.

“We recommend making reservations in advance to avoid long queues.”
COCONUT CHICKEN
Warm your soul with some authentic Hainan coconut chicken. Despite its name, this hearty dish is a Shenzhen speciality. It comprises tender Wenchang chicken from Hainan, cooked in fresh coconut water. The result is a sweet, savoury, and smooth broth — a must-eat for any food lover!
SHOPPING

Conveniently located beside a metro station, EP Mall is an easily-accessible shopping paradise. Across four floors, you'll find flagship stores, speciality restaurants, cinemas, and gyms.

Shop to your heart's content at the Shenzhen SCP Plaza. Occupying over 200,000 square metres, the mall boasts a wide range of retail, entertainment, lifestyle, and food stores. There’s also a large supermarket full of local snacks you can bring home.

With close to 300 stores and a 24-hour international food street, MIXC World is a fantastic destination for shoppers and sightseers. It’s perfect for the little ones too, with an indoor playground that spans over 2,000 square metres!

EP MALL
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Conveniently located beside a metro station, EP Mall is an easily-accessible shopping paradise. Across four floors, you'll find flagship stores, speciality restaurants, cinemas, and gyms.

SCP PLAZA
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Shop to your heart's content at the Shenzhen SCP Plaza. Occupying over 200,000 square metres, the mall boasts a wide range of retail, entertainment, lifestyle, and food stores. There’s also a large supermarket full of local snacks you can bring home.

MIXC WORLD
With close to 300 stores and a 24-hour international food street, MIXC World is a fantastic destination for shoppers and sightseers. It’s perfect for the little ones too, with an indoor playground that spans over 2,000 square metres!