Shenzhen Lianhuashan Park
- Chinese name: 莲花山公园
- ADD:广东省深圳市福田区红荔路6030号
- Total Area: 181 hectares
- Tickets: Free
- Famous attractions: Deng Xiaoping Bronze Statue Square, Huang Motang Tomb, etc.
- Opening Hours:6:30-23:00
- Telephone area code: (+86) 0755-83067950
Shenzhen Lianhuashan Park
Discover Lianhua Mountain Park: Shenzhen’s Green Heart with a View
Why Visit Lianhua Mountain Park
Set in the center of modern Shenzhen, Lianhua Mountain Park offers a refreshing escape from the city’s fast pace. Located in Futian District, this expansive urban park is where locals come to relax, exercise, and reconnect with nature. For first-time visitors, it’s the perfect place to experience a quieter, more livable side of Shenzhen—without leaving the city center.
What Makes It Special
Unlike dramatic mountain landscapes, Lianhua Mountain is gentle and accessible. A short, easy walk leads you to the summit, where panoramic views of Shenzhen’s skyline unfold before you. At the top stands the iconic statue of Deng Xiaoping, symbolizing the city’s transformation into China’s reform and innovation hub.
Wide open lawns, shaded pathways, and peaceful lakes create a relaxed atmosphere ideal for picnics, jogging, or simply slowing down. On weekends, you’ll see families flying kites, musicians playing, and locals practicing tai chi—offering a genuine glimpse into everyday life.
Top Experiences
- Walk to the summit for skyline views and sunset photography
- Visit the Deng Xiaoping statue and learn about Shenzhen’s history
- Enjoy picnics, cycling, or a casual stroll through landscaped gardens
- Observe local culture and community life in a natural setting
Who It’s For
- First-time visitors seeking balance between city and nature
- Photographers and sunset lovers
- Families and leisure travelers
Travel Tips
- Best time to visit: late afternoon for cooler weather and sunset views
- Free entry and easy access by metro
- Wear comfortable shoes for the short hike
Final Impression
Lianhua Mountain Park is simple, spacious, and deeply local. It’s not about adrenaline—it’s about perspective. From its summit, you don’t just see Shenzhen—you understand it.
Shenzhen Lianhuashan Park Tourist Map
Shenzhen Lianhuashan Park Travel Guide
Getting There
Metro Access
- Shenzhen Metro – Children’s Palace Station (Lines 3 & 4)
Exit F1: 3-minute walk to the South Gate
Exit E: about a 3-minute walk to the Civic Center entrance - Shenzhen Metro – Lianhua West Station (Line 2)
Exit A: approximately an 8-minute walk to the South Gate - Shenzhen Metro – Lianhua Village Station (Line 3) / Lianhua North Station (Line 4)
Around a 15-minute walk to the East Gate or North Gate
Bus Routes
- Lianhua Mountain Park Stop
Bus routes: 107, 108, 111, 14, 15, etc.
Access: Enter via the South Gate - Peking University Shenzhen Hospital Stop
Bus routes: 104, 11, 12, 209, etc.
Access: Enter via the Northwest Gate
Travel Tip
For first-time visitors, taking the metro is the easiest and most efficient option, with clear signage and direct access to major park entrances.
Main Attractions & Activities
Deng Xiaoping Statue Square
Located at the summit, this 4,000-square-meter plaza features a 6-meter-tall bronze statue of Deng Xiaoping. It is the best vantage point to enjoy panoramic views of Shenzhen’s skyline.
Kite Square
Situated in the southeastern area, this 20,000-square-meter lawn has become one of Shenzhen’s most iconic cultural scenes, where flying kites is a popular local pastime.
Lianhua Lake
On the northern side lies a 50,000-square-meter artificial lake, where visitors can enjoy leisurely activities such as fishing or boating.
Bougainvillea Flower Exhibition
First launched in 1999, this annual winter event has been successfully held for over two decades. It is one of Shenzhen’s key floral showcases, contributing to the city’s vision of becoming a “world-renowned city of flowers.”
Other Highlights
Additional points of interest include the 30th Anniversary Memorial Park of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone, the tomb of Huang Motang (a provincially protected cultural heritage site), and the Rainforest Valley scenic area.
