Half artistic, half down-to-earth — that’s Shekou in a nutshell. Walk its hills and shoreline at a leisurely pace and you’ll find a neighborhood that feels like a compact version of Shenzhen: cosmopolitan, green and unexpectedly relaxed.

The colossal Bay Area Store of Shenzhen Book City opened in Qianhai on Sept. 26, combining retail bookstores, exhibition spaces, a science-and-technology innovation showcase, and a leisure park.

Bao'an District is rapidly becoming a popular destination for cycling enthusiasts and families alike, boasting an impressive network of greenways that showcase the perfect blend of urban energy and natural tranquility. From mountain climbs to coastal rides, here’s a guide to some of the best cycling routes the district has to offer.

Dubbed by netizens as Shenzhen’s “Elephant Trunk Gate,” Dongchong Chuanbi Rock is now open to visitors. Add this seaside natural wonder to your must-see list.

Shenzhen's first duty-free shop in downtown opened Aug. 26, 2025 at the UpperHills shopping mall in Futian District.

When you hear the name Huafu Subdistrict, it may not immediately ring a bell — but its landmarks, such as Shenzhen Central Park, Bijia Hill Park, and UpperHills, will instantly tell you where it is.

This National Day holiday, domestic and world percussionists will gather for the 16th Shenzhen Percussion Culture Festival, one of China’s largest and most influential percussion events.

Western Shenzhen has welcomed its very first urban beach with the recent opening of the artificial shoreline at the Guiwan section of Qianhai Stone Park. This marks the city’s inaugural man-made urban beach, offering a new kind of coastal experience for residents and visitors.