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Shenzhen Museum of History and Folk Culture

Start here to understand the city beyond its towers. Shenzhen Museum’s Civic Center galleries trace older settlement, recent change and local customs in one indoor visit.

Shenzhen Museum of History and Folk Culture

Why go

The museum’s Ancient Shenzhen, Modern Shenzhen and Shenzhen Folk Culture displays give the city a longer timeline than its Special Economic Zone skyline suggests. Move through the floors in order and compare the objects and everyday scenes with the streets outside. It is a useful first stop before Nantou or Shekou, where parts of that history become visible on foot.

What to look for

  • Ancient Shenzhen and Modern Shenzhen rooms trace the city's timeline.
  • Folk Culture displays show aspects of local life.
  • The museum occupies part of Futian Civic Center.

Useful to know

  • Start on the top floor and work downward, as the museum recommends.
  • Choose the Ancient Shenzhen, Modern Shenzhen and Folk Culture galleries if time is limited.

Your next visit

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Indoor visit · 45–90 min

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Opening information

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Asia/Shanghai · Oct 1, 2026 / Nov 1, 2026

Tuesday
10:00–18:00
Wednesday
10:00–18:00
Thursday
10:00–18:00
Friday
10:00–18:00
Saturday
10:00–18:00
Sunday
10:00–18:00
Official visitor information

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