Shenzhen City-Center Exploration Free Tour: High-Tech & Culture
♡ Save
Discover on this tour the amazing secrets of Shenzhen’s development! Explore the city center, experience futuristic high-tech drone delivery, and visit the "Electronics Capital of China." Find inspiration in the city of the future with a local!
This free tour takes you through Shenzhen's downtown core, blending groundbreaking tech innovation with surprising historical charm.
Highlights of the Journey:
- Lianhuashan Park: Start at this urban oasis to witness the future in action—experience the cutting-edge drone food delivery service operating right in the park.
- Civic Center CBD: Admire the iconic architectural complex that stands as a symbol of the "Shenzhen Speed" and the city's rapid global rise.
- Huaqiang North: Dive into the "Electronics Capital of China." Explore limitless gadgets and hear the legendary stories of the "one-meter counter miracle" that turned small vendors into billionaires.
- Dongmen Pedestrian Street (or local urban village): End your journey where it all began. Trace the city’s roots from an ancient market to a vibrant, neon-lit commercial district.
Our local guide will share the "secrets" of Shenzhen’s growth, offering an authentic insight into the unique blend of technology, innovation, and heritage that defines China’s Silicon Valley.
One More Futuristic Stuff We will try during the tour: Driverless-Taxi
Meeting point
Houhai station Exit H（Shenzhen Metro Line 2 or Line 11 or Line 13）后海地铁站H出口
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h 30min
- Languages
- English, Japanese
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 14:30, 18:30 (Shenzhen time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 23 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h 30min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Houhai station Exit H（Shenzhen Metro Line 2 or Line 11 or Line 13）后海地铁站H出口. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English and Japanese. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 23 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00, 14:30 and 18:30. Times are local to Shenzhen.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
Other free tours in Shenzhen
- Half-Day Free Tour In Shenzhen: Where Tradition Meets Modernity 4.9 ★ (8) · 3h
- Shenzhen High-Tech Exploration Free Tour 4.9 ★ (3) · 3h
- The Night Life Tour in Shenzhen 2h 30min
Pet friendly
Plan your trip to Shenzhen
Travel guide
Annual Festivals Worth Planning a Trip Around
Annual festivals can make a trip memorable, but dates often depend on lunar calendars or local decisions and accommodation fills quickly. Researching dates, planning transport and respecting local customs will make a festival visit more rewarding.
Tripsora AI agent
Plan the rest of your Shenzhen trip
Tell the AI agent where and when; it finds flights, hotels and tours and builds your day-by-day plan.
More for your Shenzhen trip
Where to stay in Shenzhen
Compare hotels and apartments on a map.
See stays ↗
Paid tours and tickets in Shenzhen
Need a bigger group, a private guide or a skip-the-line ticket?
Browse tours ↗
Travel insurance
Flexible cover for trips and nomads.
Get a quote ↗
Partner links. We may earn a commission if you book, at no cost to you. Disclosure