Free walking tours in Shenzhen

Did the Discover Shenzhen in 3 Hours tour with Jen and it was one of the most insightful ways to understand the city in a short time. Jen brings a very personal touch to the experience. Being born and raised in Shenzhen, she shares stories and perspectives you simply wouldn’t get otherwise. The tour feels relaxed and well-paced, covering different sides of the city without feeling rushed. Walking through areas like Luohu District and Futian District really highlights the contrast between traditional and modern Shenzhen, and Jen explains this transition in a very engaging and easy-to-follow way. One of the coolest parts was experiencing the driverless bus, which added a unique, futuristic element to the tour and made it even more memorable. Overall, Jen made the tour feel authentic, informative, and enjoyable throughout. It’s a great option if you want a meaningful introduction to Shenzhen beyond just the usual sightseeing. For a deeper look at this experience, you can also check my YouTube channel travelwithshreya where I’ve shared more from this trip.

Did the Shenzhen Tech Trip covering Shenzhen Talent Park, Gangxia North Station, and Huaqiangbei Electronics Market and it turned out to be one of the most unique experiences in Shenzhen. What really made the tour stand out was our guide Lan. She was extremely well-organized, clear with instructions, and made sure everything ran smoothly from one stop to the next. More than that, she explained the concepts behind what we were seeing in a very simple and engaging way, which made the experience much more meaningful. At Shenzhen Talent Park, the drone delivery experience was honestly fascinating — ordering a drink and watching it arrive from the sky feels like stepping into the future. Lan guided us through the process seamlessly and made sure everyone could experience it. The self-driving taxi element was also very interesting to see up close. Gangxia North Station was another highlight, and Lan pointed out details that you would otherwise miss. It really does feel like a futuristic space. Huaqiangbei was intense but exciting, and having Lan there helped navigate the chaos. She gave useful tips on where to go, what to look for, and how the market actually works. Overall, Lan made the entire tour smooth, informative, and genuinely fun. If you want to explore Shenzhen’s tech side without feeling lost, this tour with her is a great choice. For a deeper look into this experience, you can also check my YouTube channel travelwithshreya where I’ve shared more from this trip.

One of the greatest experiences of our entire trip to China. Lan is incredibly knowledgeable, and the tour was extremely well-organized and fully adapted to our preferences. Everything went perfectly! We couldn't have asked for more. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

We were so lucky to have a private tour. Michelle explained and showed us everything so engagingly, without rushing and at a comfortable pace. We really enjoyed the tour!

Great technology-focused tour. We experienced drone delivery, rode a robot taxi, and visited an innovation marketplace. The guide was helpful, and the overall experience was smooth. Highly recommended.

Jen is an exceptional guide who made my Shenzhen trip seamless and memorable. Her proactive communication before the tour was impressive, ensuring the meetup time and location were perfectly understood. Once we met, her vast knowledge and articulate speaking style made for a truly informative experience. She was also incredibly helpful in navigating local apps and transportation, making the city feel easy to explore. Highly recommended for her professionalism and clear, engaging delivery.

Me encantó el tour, completo y entretenido. Fue un día muy lluvioso y Michelle nos llevó a lugares bajo techo muy interesantes. Aprecio su capacidad para reponerse ante el clima

Nuestra experiencia con Dan ha sido maravillosa. Estábamos solos mi marido y yo, así q he ha sido como un tour privado. Hemos ido a nuestro ritmo tranquilamente, nos hemos entendido, perfectamente , Dan habla muy bien inglés. Nos ha encantado todo lo que hemos visitado y sus explicaciones. También nos ha dado buenos consejos sobre donde comer, como movernos y que más visitar en Shenzhen. Un 10

Excelente Shenzhener mostrando su ciudad con simpatía, conocimiento e inspirador! He disfrutado mucho.

One of the best guides we have had, good fun and gave us exactly what we wanted. 10/10 service!

Insightful and exciting tour; Lan was generous with her knowledge of the history of the city and buildings. We walked around the park to understand the history of the buildings and the high tech infrastructure with drone delivery, autonomous ride and robotic coffee. We also visited many other landmarks like the eye of shenzhen and the electronics town. Very exciting tour and well recommended!

Had an enjoyable time visiting spots in Shenzhen with Michelle! She took the time to take us to key spots which aren't that obvious to travellers. We also got to experience a drone delivery which was fun and briefly explored Lianhuashan Park which was beautiful. Highlight was exploring the daily markets to see various goods and produce!

Lan was a great guide for us, super pre tour communication, very knowledgeable, took us on a very nice route and even when our payment did not work for a drink she assisted us. I would definitely recommend Lan for future visitors to experience wonderful Shenzhen.

Jen ha sido una guía excepcional. Conoce y ama su ciudad mucho y así lo transmite. Ha sido un placer compartir con ella esta mañana. Nos ha dado muchas recomendaciones y nos ha ayudado a resolver un problema personal con mucha paciencia. Estamos súper agradecidos y nos parece que ha sido una de las mejores guías que hemos conocido.

Michelle was a fantastic guide! Tour recommended!

I had the pleasure of taking Lan’s tour in early April 2026. Before my trip, I had been researching tech-focused tours in Shenzhen, which proved surprisingly difficult as most required a minimum number of participants and I was travelling solo. I was excited to come across Lan’s tour on GuruWalk and signed up immediately. The experience was a highlight of my time in Shenzhen. Some highlights included riding in a driverless taxi, seeing drone delivery in action, walking through Shenzhen Talent Park and learning about everyday life in one of China. It was a great mix of innovation, urban exploration and local context. Lan is a wonderful guide. She is thoughtful, professional and engaging, with a great sense of humour. She is also very organized and communicates clearly in English, which made everything easy to follow. Since I was the only participant that day, the experience felt personalized and relaxed, like exploring the city with a knowledgeable local friend, while still being well-structured and professional throughout. What stood out most was her ability to go beyond the tour itself. With limited time in Shenzhen, I would not have been able to see or understand nearly as much on my own. She also helped me find and book a fantastic hot pot restaurant and secure a ticket to a robot show, which really enhanced my visit. I especially appreciated her local perspective and depth of knowledge about Shenzhen’s development and daily life. This tour strikes a great balance between showcasing cutting-edge technology and providing meaningful cultural context. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shenzhen, especially solo travellers. It is a unique and well-curated experience, and Lan is a guide who clearly cares about what she does.

Lan is an excellent guide. She knew her materials and showed us all the things stated in the itinerary. She was very friendly and took time to give us tips on other places of interest to visit. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 1/2 hrs with her. Highly recommend this tour with Lan.

Excellent! Organized. Informative. Friendly.

Benjamin answered every question I had, let me know what we were going to see next every step of the way and he was even flexible to show me how to get to the place I wanted to visit next after the tour was over.

Die Tour war sehr gut! Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit, konnten viele Fragen stellen und haben viel über die Stadt und China an sich erfahren. Wir haben viele free walking Touren schon gemacht und fanden diese sehr gut. Wir haben sogar eine Drohnenlieferung bestellt und Shenzen von seiner grünen Seite gesehen. Vielen Dank dafür!

Para nosotros este tour con Jen fue una gran elección, fue un tour privado porque estuvimos mi marido, mi hijo y yo solos, y ella fue una guía estupenda, hicimos el tour que había preparado y lo adaptó a nuestras necesidades. Fue muy atenta y simpática y nos fuimos encantados.

Robert war ein toller Guide, sprach exzellent Englisch und lieferte uns viele interessante Hintergrund-Informationen über Shenzhen und China im allgemeinen. Absolut empfehlenswert. Danke, Robert!

Lan was an amazing guide. She showed us so many surprising and fascinating places. We even got a drink delivered by a drone and took a ride in a self driving car. Thank you so much for an incredible day! We will definitely be back to Shenzhen.

We had a great tour with Benjamin. He took us on a driverless taxi-drive and ordered some drinks for us so we could experience the drone delivery. We were positively surprised! He showed us some interesting aspects of Shenzhen.He was very nice and talkactive. He took great care of us .I would recommand him very much. He did a great job.

Mi marido y yo éramos los únicos en el tour, ¡ha sido un lujo!. Conocía muy bien su ciudad, nos ha contado muchos datos interesantes y ha sido muy divertida. También nos ha ayudado a saber cómo usar el metro o alquilar una moto. ¡Muchas gracias por tu tiempo, ha sido un auténtico placer! :)