Explore hidden gems within urban Shenzhen
If you prefer to skip crowded mainstream tourist spots and seek out unique hidden attractions and authentic urban experiences, this tour is well worth trying.
On this itinerary, you will get to view genuine Hakka ancient houses with a history of over 200 years. You will also visit an artistic oil painting village, where you can create your own artwork or purchase artistic souvenirs. At the end, head to the world’s only robot experience store for an up-close interaction with cutting-edge robots.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Exit C1, Nanlian Station (Metro Line 3) or at your hotel
- If we meet at your hotel, we will need to start a little earlier
Crane Lake Hakka Residence
Located in Nanlian, Longgang, this 200-year-old site is one of China’s largest square Hakka fortified houses. Built by the Luo Hakka clan in the Qing Dynasty, it features the classic layout of “Nine Halls and Eighteen Wells” integrating housing and defence. Now a Hakka Folk Custom Museum, it displays antique artefacts and showcases Hakka migration, clan traditions and local culture, a key heritage site for learning about Shenzhen’s Hakka history.
Lunch
Lunch will be served at a nearby local eatery
Dafen Oil Painting Village
Known as China’s No.1 Oil Painting Village in Buji, Longgang, it is a globally vital hub for oil painting trade. The art industry began here in 1989. Within an area of merely 0.4 square kilometres, there are over 1,200 galleries and studios, supporting more than 20,000 industry practitioners with an annual industrial output of roughly 3 billion RMB. At its peak, 80% of China’s exported decorative oil paintings came from Dafen. Wander art-lined lanes, watch artists paint live, try creating your own artwork, or buy original paintings and artistic souvenirs amid a vibrant creative atmosphere.
World’s First Robot 6S Store
Situated at Galaxy World in Bantian, Longgang. Watch robot chefs automatically cook meals, make coffee and snacks, with serving robots delivering food to tables. You can chat and dance with humanoid robots and robot dogs. Come and experience fun futuristic technology integrated into daily life.
Gankeng Ancient Town (Optional add-on)
With over 300 years of history, Gankeng is a classic ancient Hakka village. It features antique streets, Hakka arcades and ancestral halls dotted with boutique shops and local eateries. It is a perfect spot for strolling and experiencing authentic Hakka folk culture.
Ending Point
At your hotel or
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
* Public transportation fees (about 50RMB per person, for you)
* Taxi fare
* Entrance tickets (50RMB per peron, for you and guide)
* Lunch (about 50-100RMB per person, for you and guide)
* Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
*This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
*Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
* This tour need to take public transportation along the way, you can prepare the corresponding amount of RMB cash, or make sure to have Alipay or WeChat ready for payment in advance.
* Tickets are required for the
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Frank X.
I am a Englis licensed local tour guide from Guangdong, China, like to meet new friends, taste new food, interest in local culture. if you're traveling here, I can offer you the best assistance possible.
Reviews
Julia B.
“Short visit to Shenzhen ”
We, a family of 4, have just spent a great day with Franck in Shenzhen. He is an excellent tour guide and we can definitely recommend him! He had is own vehicle, picked us up at our hotel, made a perfect customized tour for us and dropped us off at the train station as requested.
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Frank X.
Thank you for this lovely review! It was a pleasure hosting your family in Shenzhen. Glad you enjoyed the customized tour and the smooth pickup/drop-off. Hope to see you again someday — safe travels!
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