Nanshan Museum
南山博物馆
The district-level comprehensive museum of Nanshan, showcasing thousands of years of history in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong region and the development of reform and opening-up. Its exhibitions are high-standard and free to visit.
Nanshan Museum is located between Nanshan Avenue and Binhai Avenue in Nanshan District. It opened in 2016, and its building resembles a giant ancient artifact. Permanent exhibitions include 'Nanshan History', 'Nanshan Reform and Opening-up' and 'Nanshan Culture', covering everything from the Neolithic Xiantouling culture, the Dongguan Commandery of the Eastern Jin, and the Xin'an County seat of the Ming and Qing dynasties to the Shekou Industrial Zone. Temporary special exhibitions often include major international shows. Admission is free with a reservation, and the museum is closed on Mondays. Take Metro to Nanshan Station or Houhai Station and transfer by bus. It can be combined with Nantou Ancient City, about 3 km away.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00 (closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Nantou Ancient City
- China Resources Headquarters (Spring Bamboo)
- Bay Glory
- Qianhai Stone Park
- Shenzhen Talent Park
- Dasha River Ecological Corridor
- Dananshan Park
- Window of the World