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Shenzhen on a budget

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Shenzhen on a budget
Though Shenzhen may be China's wealthiest city, you don't have to be rich to enjoy a fulfilling visit. There are plenty of affordable and free attractions, includng museums, gardens and temples.
Good for: Families, Groups, Seniors, Individuals
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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Shenzhen Museum
Shenzhen Museum
4.0 of 5 stars 105 Reviews

This is one of Shenzhen’s gems and is not to be missed. There are traveling exhibits from across the country, fascinating historical displays, and interactive media presentations about both China’s and Shenzhen’s history.

Fee: No      Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Xianhu Botanical Garden
Xianhu Botanical Garden
4.5 of 5 stars 94 Reviews

Also known as Fairy Lake Botanical Gardens, this massive, verdant escape has lots to offer even if you are not a botanical buff. A popular pastime among locals is to rent a boat and explore the lake.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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Dong Men Pedestrian Street
Dong Men Pedestrian Street
4.0 of 5 stars 277 Reviews

Dong men pedestrian street is an area which consist of a lot of shops and mini stalls where you can find whatever you want ranging from souvenirs, clothes, bags and hand made curtains... All are sold at a very cheap price and in good quality. plenty of food stalls, hawker stalls and restaurant as well as fast food restaurant available and it is very near the lao jie metro station. It is... More

Dong men pedestrian street is an area which consist of a lot of shops and mini stalls where you can find whatever you want ranging from souvenirs, clothes, bags and hand made curtains... All are sold at a very cheap price and in good quality. plenty of food stalls, hawker stalls and restaurant as well as fast food restaurant available and it is very near the lao jie metro station. It is the best place to shop if you are interested in shopping. Less

     Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Hongfa Temple
Hongfa Temple
4.5 of 5 stars 41 Reviews

Hongfa Temple, located in the Shenzhen Xianhu Botanical Garden (Fairy Lake Botanical Garden), was built on a series of terraces in the Wutong... more »

Fee: No      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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Xichong Beach
Xichong Beach
4.0 of 5 stars 81 Reviews

Though not as popular as Dameisha beach, Xichong is just as lovely and the water and sand are clean and perfect for swimming.

Fee: No      Duration of visit: More than 3 hours
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Sandra MacGregor is a travel and food writer who is presently living in South Africa and is travelling the continent with her basset hound, Charlie.

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