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Futian
localCentral business district with Shenzhen Convention Center.
Nanshan
cultureTech hub with Window of the World and OCT-LOFT.
Luohu
localCommercial center near Hong Kong border with shopping.
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faq.subtitle Shenzhen
World's largest electronics market. Multiple buildings with components, phones, drones, gadgets. Great for tech enthusiasts and bulk buyers. Bargaining expected. Some buildings specialize in specific products.
Multiple options: MTR East Rail to Luohu (30 min), high-speed rail from West Kowloon (14 min), ferries from various piers. Luohu border busiest - try Futian or Shenzhen Bay ports instead.
Window of the World - 130 miniature world landmarks. OCT Happy Valley - roller coasters, shows. Splendid China - Chinese cultural attractions miniatures. All in Nanshan District.
Perfect! Visit DJI flagship store, BYD experience center (test drive amphibious car), Shenzhen Science Museum (950 interactive displays), even driverless air taxi tours available in 2025.
54 countries qualify for 10-day visa-free transit. EU citizens get 30-day visa-free through 2025. Coming from Hong Kong - same rules apply. Fill China Arrival Card online.
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Shenzhen
95% of Shenzhen is cashless. Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay before arrival. Link foreign card through Alipay Tour Pass.
Best time to visit: October-December for pleasant weather, fewer crowds, clear skies.
Download VPN before arriving - Google, Facebook, Instagram blocked. WhatsApp works but can be slow.
Metro is excellent with English signs. Lines cover 90% of attractions. Use Alipay mini-program to pay.
Visit Lianhuashan Park for panoramic city views and Deng Xiaoping statue - the leader behind Shenzhen's transformation.
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4 ¥~0.57 $
Shenzhen Metro
16 lines, to Hong Kong
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2 ¥~0.29 $
Amap, Baidu Maps
Extensive network
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12 ¥~1.7 $
Didi
Metered, safe
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—| location.transport.title | location.transport.price | location.transport.app | location.transport.note |
|---|---|---|---|
location.transport.metro | 4 ¥ ~0.57 $ | Shenzhen Metro | 16 lines, to Hong Kong |
location.transport.bus | 2 ¥ ~0.29 $ | Amap, Baidu Maps | Extensive network |
location.transport.taxi | 12 ¥ ~1.7 $ | Didi | Metered, safe |
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Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
73 ¥
~73.0 $
Restaurant dinner
254 ¥
~254 $
Breakfast
22 ¥
~22.0 $
Street Food
Local dish
22 ¥
~22.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
44 ¥
~44.0 $
Beer in bar
36 ¥
~36.0 $
Local beer
7 ¥
~7.0 $
Imported beer
36 ¥
~36.0 $
Wine bottle
131 ¥
~131 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
29 ¥
~29.0 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
4 ¥
~4.0 $
Cigarettes
29 ¥
~29.0 $
Weekly groceries
435 ¥
~435 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
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UnionPayVisaMastercard
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widespread
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WeChat PayAlipay
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WeChat/Alipay universal. Cash rare. Near HK so some international options.
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Banks: Bank of China, ICBC, China Construction Bank, China Merchants Bank - ATMs widespread. WeChat/Alipay universal - now accessible for foreigners. Near Hong Kong so some international options. Cash rare but accepted. Cross to HK for better international card usage.
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0%
Tipping not expected
Safety
High safety level
Tourist area with low crime rate
Very safe modern city. Standard precautions against pickpockets in crowded markets. Tech-savvy city - most transactions are digital.
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4/5
location.nomad.rating
$1500
location.nomad.monthly
200
Mbps
5/5
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4Gexcellent
5G✓
location.nomad.fiber✓
location.nomad.cafe_wifiexcellent
location.nomad.coworking
location.nomad.spaces_count100+
location.nomad.day_pass$20
location.nomad.month_pass$300
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WeWork, Regus, Distrii
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location.nomad.tourist_visa30 location.nomad.days
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E-visa✗
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location.nomad.budget$1000
location.nomad.comfortable$1800
location.nomad.luxury$3500
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