Destination Guide

Bao'an District: DJI's Home Base

Bao'an is where you land (Shenzhen Airport) and where DJI built its global headquarters — the striking twin-tower DJI Sky City complex. As of March 2026, Pony.ai robotaxis now cover Bao'an, meaning you can ride an autonomous taxi directly from the airport area to Nanshan's tech attractions. The Qianhai free trade zone adds futuristic architecture and waterfront dining.

3 related tours•Airport district•Metro: Bao'an Center (Line 1/5)

What to See in Bao'an

DJI Sky City

Twin 200m towers housing DJI's global HQ. Ground floor flagship store with indoor drone flying cage, RoboMaster demos, and product displays. Free entry.

Robotaxi to/from Airport

NEW (March 2026): Pony.ai now operates in Bao'an. Take a fully autonomous ride from the airport area to Nanshan tech cluster (25 min, ¥35-50).

Qianhai Waterfront

Modern financial district with striking architecture, waterfront promenade, and views across to Hong Kong's New Territories.

Bao'an Airport Terminal

Designed by Studio Fuksas — the honeycomb-shaped terminal is an architectural landmark. Worth exploring even if not flying.

Xixiang Ancient Town

Historic Hakka town with 700+ years of history. Temples, old streets, and local food stalls. Quiet contrast to tech surroundings.

Shenzhen Bay Bridge Views

The western end of Shenzhen Bay offers views of the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Western Corridor bridge and sunsets over the Pearl River Delta.

Tours Near Bao'an

DJI Sky City is included in most Nanshan-based tech tours. The Bao'an robotaxi expansion means you can now start your tour directly from the airport area.

Inside Shenzhen Technology: Robotaxi, Drone Delivery, and Chinese EV

Robotaxis, Drone Delivery, and the Future of Cities

2h 30m

Up to 6

5(72)

•Ride a Pony.ai Level 4 autonomous robotaxi — no human driver
•Experience Meituan drone food delivery at Talent Park (人才公园)
•See Chinese EVs at Xiaomi's 2F EV space — Yu7 breakdown, hyper engines, displayed cars

CN¥720per traveler

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Full Day

Shenzhen Tech Day Trip: From Fishing Village to Metropolis

A Full-Day Journey Through Shenzhen's Past, Present & Future

Up to 10

5(16)

•Explore Huaqiangbei — the world's largest electronics market
•Visit DJI, Huawei, Xiaomi, and NIO flagship stores
•Ride a fully autonomous Robotaxi

CN¥999per traveler

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Family Friendly

Shenzhen Guided Bike Tour: Cycling at Night From City to Sea

A Leisurely Night Coastal Cycling Experience

Up to 5

5(6)

•Night ride along the illuminated Shenzhen Bay coast
•City-lights views of the skyline and Hong Kong across the water
•English-speaking guide with local insights

CN¥388per traveler

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Getting to Bao'an

From the airport: Metro Line 11 connects Bao'an Airport directly to Houhai/Nanshan (35 min) and Futian (45 min). Or take a Pony.ai robotaxi to Nanshan (25 min, ¥35–50) — now available since March 2026.

From Nanshan: DJI Sky City is a 10-minute taxi/robotaxi ride from Houhai. Metro Line 1 westbound to Taoyuan Station, then 5-minute walk.

From Hong Kong: Shenzhen Bay Port (深圳湾口岸) is in western Bao'an/Nanshan. Buses from Hong Kong arrive here directly. Alternatively, airport ferry from Hong Kong Skypier connects to Shenzhen Airport in 30 minutes.

Tip: If arriving at Shenzhen Airport and heading to tech attractions, skip the metro and try the robotaxi — it's your first taste of Shenzhen's autonomous tech before the tour even starts.