Tanglangshan Country Park

Chinese name: 塘朗山郊野公园, Tánglǎngshān Jiāoyě Gōngyuán

For easy-access hiking in the heart of the city, make a beeline for the forested hills of Tanglangshan, just three kilometers inland from Shenzhen Bay. Allow a couple of hours to huff up the scenic but steep 4km Liyun Trail all the way to Jimu Pavilion at the top – the skyline and bay vistas are worth the exertion.

From the viewing pavilion you can keep walking a further 4km into the hills and descend at other points, or head back down to the main entrance at Longzhu Gate, a short walk from the Metro.

Add: 51 Longzhu Liulu (龙珠六路51号)

Admission: free; 7.30 a.m.-10 p.m. 

Metro: Line 7 to Taoyuancun, Exit D