Strolling through Happy Harbor, listening to the romantic whispers of the sea and the city.

Happy Harbor in Shenzhen is located in the southern coastal area of Bao'an District. It is a comprehensive cultural and tourism complex that integrates coastal leisure, cultural tourism, artistic experiences, and ecological offices. With a coastline stretching 45 kilometers, it combines sea views, parks, commerce, and ecology, making it a popular check-in spot in Shenzhen. Itinerary Morning • Route: Baohua Station (Exit D) → Bao'an Library → Bao'an District Urban Planning Exhibition Hall • Attractions: ◦ Bao'an Library: Located on the north side of Happy Harbor, the library houses a rich collection of Chinese and English picture books that can be borrowed for free. The children's library on the first floor is suitable for parent-child reading. ◦ Bao'an District Urban Planning Exhibition Hall: Visitors can experience simulated driving of yachts, airplanes, and bicycles, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the bay area, and interact with exhibits like the underwater coloring screen, which is great for family interaction. • Transportation: Take Metro Line 5 to Baohua Station (Exit D) or Linhai Station (Exit B2), and walk to the destination. Noon • Route: West Coast Commercial Street • Attractions: ◦ West Coast Commercial Street: A combination of dining and entertainment, with numerous restaurants suitable for lunch and shopping. • Food Recommendation: Try the 'Seafood Feast' at 'Happy Food Plaza,' which offers fresh seafood and a variety of side dishes at a great value. Afternoon • Route: Children's Park → Mountain-Sea Connection → Coastal Cultural Park • Attractions: ◦ Children's Park: A free, non-powered children's playground with various play facilities suitable for children of all ages. ◦ Mountain-Sea Connection Coastal Cycling Greenway: Ideal for cycling, with scenic sea views and natural landscapes along the way. ◦ Coastal Cultural Park: Built along the coastline, you can stroll along the coast, enjoy the sea breeze, and admire the sea view and the cross-sea bridge. • Transportation: Walk to Children's Park and Mountain-Sea Connection. Evening • Route: Ferris Wheel → Zhongshuge Bookstore → East Coast Commercial Street • Attractions: ◦ Bay Area Light Ferris Wheel: One of Shenzhen's iconic buildings, standing at 128 meters high, offering panoramic views of Shenzhen, especially at sunset and night. ◦ Zhongshuge Bookstore: The most beautiful bookstore in Shenzhen, famous for its spiral bookshelves, perfect for taking photos. ◦ East Coast Commercial Street: A combination of dining and entertainment, with many restaurants offering scenic views, allowing you to dine while enjoying the sea view. • Transportation: Walk from Coastal Cultural Park to the Ferris Wheel, then walk or cycle to Zhongshuge Bookstore and East Coast Commercial Street. Accommodation Recommendations • Shenzhen Bay Marriott Hotel: Close to Happy Harbor, offering a luxurious stay experience. • 7 Days Inn: An economical hotel suitable for short-term travelers. Notes • Mosquito and Sun Protection: In summer, be mindful of mosquitoes, wear light-colored clothing, and bring mosquito repellent patches and sunscreen. The sandpit has no shade, so physical sun protection like hats and ice sleeves are more effective. • Transportation: Weekends are crowded with people and cars, so it's recommended to travel off-peak or early. It also gets crowded after 9 PM. • Playtime: It's recommended to start playing around 3 PM as there are few shaded areas, and it's quite sunny during the day. Cost Estimate • Bay Area Light Ferris Wheel: 150 RMB on weekdays and weekends, 180 RMB on holidays. • Other Attractions: Most are free, but some activities may require tickets.