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Neighbourhoods of Shenzhen

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Discover what makes each neighbourhood unique — from vibrant coastal districts to quiet residential communities. Find places to live, work and explore.

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More Shenzhen to explore

Coast, culture and new horizons

Four expanded guides with neighbourhoods, transport, daily-life checks and ideas for a day out.

Areas in Shenzhen

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Nanshan

Tech, talent and a vibrant international community.

Futian

Business, shopping and city convenience.

Shekou

A coastal lifestyle with international connections.

Bao’an

Airport connections, waterfront walks and room to explore.

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Longhua

A northern base with rail connections and a different daily rhythm.

Longgang

Find your own corner of Shenzhen’s northeast.

Luohu

Historic, central and full of local flavor.

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Yantian

Mountains, beaches and coastal walks in eastern Shenzhen.

Guangming

Science-city ambition, older town streets and greener days.

Dapeng

Mountains, coastal villages and a different Shenzhen rhythm.

Pingshan

Eastern industry, Hakka heritage and room for nature.

Also explore Qianhai — the new waterfront business zone →

Longhua and Yantian images are illustrations; maps in the four expanded guides are for orientation, not photographs.

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Last verified: 23 August 2026