Futian CBD Feng Shui and Architecture Walking Tour

Shenzhen, China
Duration3h - 3h 20m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, Cantonese, English
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Led by host Nebula, this unmissable city walk takes you to 10 iconic structures in Shenzhen’s Futian District. Blending architectural appreciation, feng shui culture and local economic history, the tour offers a distinctive in-depth look into this vibrant metropolis. Far from being ordinary high-rises, each building boasts unique charm and stories, standing as vivid witnesses to Shenzhen’s extraordinary development.

Our host Nebula has lived in Shenzhen for 20 years and travelled across 10 countries worldwide. Majoring in real estate development and finance, he will guide the full walking tour, sharing untold stories behind local buildings and the incredible growth story of Shenzhen. Along the route, you’ll also get to try popular specialty coffee from China and authentic local food.

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Lianhuashan Park is a famous urban green space in Futian District. Perched on the hilltop stands the bronze statue of Deng Xiaoping. Visitors can enjoy lush scenery and a full view of Shenzhen’s CBD skyline. It is a popular scenic spot for sightseeing, leisure and taking photos.
  2. Pass by
    Located north of Shenzhen Civic Center on Futian Central Axis, Central Book City is a key cultural landmark famed as the world’s biggest single-floor bookstore. We’ll walk across its rooftop toward Civic Center.
  3. Shenzhen Concert Hall
    25m
    Right next to Central Book City on Futian Central Axis, it is Shenzhen’s iconic cultural landmark designed by master Arata Isozaki. Its colorful glass facade carries traditional Chinese Five-Element ideas, paired with striking golden tree-shaped ceiling frames inside. Boasting top-tier natural acoustics and a giant local pipe organ, it hosts regular classic concerts. We pause briefly here to admire its artistic architecture amid our city-walk journey.
  4. Pass by
    Shenzhen Children’s Palace, located in Futian CBD, is a landmark science and culture center for kids. Opened in 2004, it features futuristic architecture with interactive science exhibits, a 4D cinema, and a planetarium. Perfect for family visits and fun learning experiences.
  5. 25m
    A landmark along Futian’s central axis with futuristic architecture. Featuring physical sand models and historical archives, it documents Shenzhen’s transformation from a fishing village into a modern metropolis alongside Greater Bay Area plans, an essential stop to learn its urban development.
  6. 40m
    As the core landmark on Futian Central Axis, Shenzhen Civic Center stands for the city’s symbol, linking Lotus Hill and downtown CBD. Its iconic 480-meter wavy roof supported by a yellow round tower and a red square tower looks like a roc spreading wings, a classic blend of Chinese philosophy and modern design. Open spacious squares, wonderful weekend night light shows and prime central location attract countless travelers to sightsee and take photos on our city walk route.
  7. 20m
    Located in Shenzhen Futian CBD, Taiping Finance Tower is a distinguished city landmark. With stylish architecture and smart design, it owns a bright sky atrium and spacious interiors. As a LEED Platinum green building, it sits close to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange with convenient transport, embodying the vitality of the local financial district.
  8. 15m
    Southern Fund Tower (SBF Tower) is a 200-meter skyscraper in Futian CBD, Shenzhen. Designed by Pritzker Prize winner Hans Hollein, it features a unique stacked form with three sky gardens. Completed in 2018, it serves as the headquarters for Southern Fund and Bosera Fund. A landmark blending modern architecture with traditional Chinese garden elements.
  9. 20m
    The Shenzhen Stock Exchange Tower stands 254 metres tall in Futian CBD. Designed by OMA, it features a distinctive 36-metre elevated podium. This bold design creates ample public space on the ground floor, making it a striking financial landmark of the city.
  10. 20m
    Ping An Finance Center, standing 599 meters in Futian CBD, is Shenzhen’s tallest and China’s second tallest skyscraper. Its 116th-floor Free Sky observation deck offers 360° views of Shenzhen and Hong Kong.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The exit E of the underground station 少年宫(line 4)

End point

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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