{"id":456526,"date":"2026-10-24T04:59:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T02:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/shenzhen-city-china-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-10-24T04:59:41","modified_gmt":"2026-10-24T02:59:41","slug":"shenzhen-city-china-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/shenzhen-city-china-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Shenzhen, China: 22 Best Things to See & Do in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From a sleepy fishing village, Shenzhen has transformed in just a few decades into China’s most modern metropolis and one of the world’s leading technology hubs. Shenzhen is simply a city of the future<\/strong> that will instantly impress you with its cleanliness, greenery, and infrastructure. In November 2026, the city is also hosting the APEC summit, which has led to several simplifications for foreign visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting around the city has become much easier for tourists since this summer, as from June 30, 2026, you can pay for metro rides by tapping your foreign Visa or Mastercard<\/strong> directly at the turnstile. There’s no longer any need to deal with cash or apps for each journey, which will save you a lot of hassle. If you love modern architecture, giant shopping malls, but also hidden historic villages and beaches, you’ll definitely fall for this destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before traveling, I must mention one crucial thing: visa requirements vary by nationality<\/strong>. For example, unlike Slovak or Polish passport holders who have visa-free entry until the end of 2026, Czech citizens still need a visa. You can use the 240-hour visa-free transit, but it only applies if you have a ticket to a third country (Hong Kong counts) and enter through approved crossings such as the high-speed train from West Kowloon or the ferry to Shekou. The pedestrian crossing via Luohu does not qualify for transit<\/strong>, so you really need to plan your trip carefully. Also note that the Czech Consulate General in Hong Kong was closed on September 30, 2026, and any assistance is now handled by the embassy in Beijing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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