5 must-see places in Shenzhen for art lovers and architecture fans

Shenzhen may be known as a technology center and innovation hub, but in recent years the southern Chinese city’s vibrant art scene has also attracted visitors and it is now home to some of China’s most important art museums.

But you don’t have to go to a museum or art gallery to enjoy the art in Shenzhen; you can also enjoy it while dining and shopping.

Here are five must-visit art spaces in Shenzhen.

1. Shenzhen Art Museum (new location)

The new location of the Shenzhen Art Museum, which opened in November 2023, is a great example of the city’s modern artistic flair, especially compared to the old museum in Donghu Park, Luohu district.

The new building covers 66,000 square meters (700,000 square feet), the exterior walls are covered in white spindle-shaped stone that diffuses direct sunlight and creates a woven, multi-layered effect.

The museum has 18 exhibition rooms, a semi-open air sculpture field, a collection of books, an academic lecture hall, an art library and an event space.

The complex is praised for being at the intersection of technology and art. The lighting system mimics natural light and there are temperature-controlled display cabinets.