Shenzhen Study Tour: Bay Core & Innovation City

In 2026, Shenzhen will host the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, becoming China's third APEC host city after Shanghai and Beijing. This recognizes Shenzhen's reform and innovation achievements and highlights its growing global role. The APEC spirit of "Openness, Innovation, Cooperation" aligns closely with Shenzhen's character. We have designed six city walk routes as a window to understand Shenzhen's development and experience Chinese modernization. International friends are invited to join and feel the "Shenzhen Strength" that drives the Asia-Pacific's future.

Reform and Opening - Up Historic Journey

　　China Merchants Shekou Plaza / Times Plaza

　　China Merchants Group History Museum

　　Yucun Community Party-Mass Service Center

　　Shenzhen Reform and Opening-Up Exhibition Hall

　　Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning

　　Shenzhen Stock Exchange

　　Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone

　　This route traces Shenzhen's remarkable transformation from a fishing village to a global metropolis. Key sites include the Shenzhen Reform and Opening-Up Exhibition Hall, which chronicles Guangdong's pioneering journey, and the iconic Times Plaza, symbolizing the "time is money" ethos. Visitors will also explore institutions like the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and the Hetao Innovation Zone, witnessing firsthand the institutional and economic forces that shaped China's modernization.

Digital Economy and Technological Innovation

　　Huawei

　　Tencent

　　Intellif

　　Insta360

　　Shenzhen Talent Park

　　Bao'an Low-altitude Economy Industrial Exhibition Center

　　This tour delves into the heart of Shenzhen's tech ecosystem, home to global giants like Huawei and Tencent. It features the Shenzhen Science & Technology Museum for cutting-edge exhibits and the Bao'an Low-altitude Economy Industrial Exhibition Center showcasing future mobility. The route also includes the Shenzhen Talent Park, highlighting the city's commitment to nurturing innovation and human capital.

Bay Area Gateway and Open Cooperation

　　Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone

　　Qianhai Exhibition Hall

　　Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub

　　Qianhai Stone Park

　　Qianhai Block V

　　Prince Bay Area

　　Shekou Cruise Home Port

　　Focusing on Shenzhen's role as a bridge for international collaboration, this route centers on the Qianhai cooperation zone, a flagship project for Shenzhen-Hong Kong integration. It covers the Qianhai Exhibition Hall, the Youth Innovation Hub, and landmark projects like the Shekou Cruise Home Port. These sites demonstrate the city's strategic push in finance, modern services, and global connectivity within the Greater Bay Area.

Green Growth and Environmental Governance

　　Yantian Port

　　Lianhua Hill Park

　　Shenzhen Bay Park

　　Dasha River Ecological Corridor

　　Futian Mangrove Nature Reserve

　　Maozhou River Water Environment Improvement Demonstration Section

　　BYD Company Limited

　　This itinerary showcases Shenzhen's commitment to sustainable urban development. It features ecological restoration successes like the Dasha River Ecological Corridor and the Maozhou River improvement project. The route also includes green industry leaders such as BYD, a pioneer in new energy vehicles, and Yantian Port, illustrating how economic growth and environmental stewardship coexist.

Cultural Integration and Innovative Development

　　Dapeng Fortress

　　Guanlan Culture Town

　　Beizhan Community

　　Shenzhen Government Service Center

　　Shenzhen Party Masses Service Center

　　Nantou Ancient City

　　Sea World Culture and Arts Center

　　Futian Intangible Cultural Heritage Theme Pavilion

　　Blending ancient heritage with modern creativity, this route visits historical roots like the Dapeng Fortress and Nantou Ancient City. It contrasts these with contemporary spaces such as the Sea World Culture and Arts Center and innovative community governance models in Beizhan Community. The journey highlights how Shenzhen preserves its past while fostering a dynamic, inclusive cultural scene.

Huaqiangbei Area and Grassroots Innovation

　　HQB Museum

　　Huaqiang North China Electronic First Street

　　HuaQiangBei International Maker Center

　　Huaqiangbei Science and Technology Fashion Cultural Characteristic Block

　　This exploration uncovers the spirit of grassroots entrepreneurship in Huaqiangbei, the world-famous electronics marketplace. From the HQB Museum documenting its history to the bustling "Electronic First Street" and the International Maker Center, the route reveals how this district evolved from a components market into a breeding ground for hardware startups and maker culture.

　　Six exploration routes offer six perspectives for dialogue with Shenzhen and the Asia-Pacific's future. From the frontiers of institutional innovation to the heart of technological revolution, from grassroots governance to landscapes where mountains meet the sea, these immersive experiences take you beyond the conference agenda to feel the city's authentic, vibrant pulse.

　　As APEC sets forth from Shenzhen, the blueprint for an Asia-Pacific community is taking shape here. We look forward to meeting you in Shenzhen to explore the boundless potential of openness, innovation, and cooperation, and jointly sketch a new chapter of mutual benefit.