Dapeng New District, located on a picturesque peninsula in southeastern Shenzhen, offers breathtaking coastal and mountain views. The new area features six clusters of guesthouses, including those at Dapeng Fortress and Jiaochangwei. Below is a travel guide to help you plan your trip to Dapeng, complete with three two-day itineraries designed for a weekend of rest and relaxation.

Itinerary 1:

Nature excursion

Day 1: Dongchong Mangrove Wetland Park — Xichong Tourist Resort — Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory

Day 2: Nan’ao Moon Bay — Shell Bay — Dapeng Fortress

Dongchong Mangrove Wetland Park

As a large-scale comprehensive wetland park with constructed mudflats occupied by mangroves, Dongchong Mangrove Wetland Park provides essential habitats for a variety of birds and marine creatures.

Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory

The 29,700-square-meter Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory, established in 2010, includes several buildings that serve as a comprehensive base for astronomical, meteorological, and oceanic observations, as well as academic research and public science education.

Shenzhen Astronomical Observatory

Nan’ao Moon Bay

Boasting stunning sea views, Nan’ao Moon Bay is a renowned tourist destination that is famous for its local delicacies, particularly seafood. It has hosted the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Maritime Dragon Boat Race for the last two years.

A dragon boat race at Nan’ao Moon Bay.

Dapeng Fortress

Built in 1394, Dapeng Fortress is one of the most well-preserved military fortresses from the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties. It is recognized as a protected historical site in China.