🎈Shenzhen OCT East, a dream journey
by Kyle-18
Mar 13, 2025
❤Through the dappled shadows of Xiangshan West Street, the bougainvillea waterfall at OCT Eco Plaza surges with waves of purple-pink blossoms.
❤Around the corner, you'll find OCT-LOFT, where red brick factories wrap around coffee aromas, and stainless steel sculptures converse with century-old banyan trees in the twilight.
❤As guitar melodies from the creative market drift across Swan Lake, boats perfectly slice through a pool of golden sunset.
❤This city within a city always grows unexpected poetic folds within the concrete jungle.
OCT East Shenzhen is a comprehensive tourist area combining natural scenery, theme parks, and resort hotels, suitable for families, couples, and children. Here's a detailed guide:
I. Basic Information
Address: Dameisha, Yantian District, Shenzhen
Opening Hours:
Knight Valley: 10:00-18:00 (weekdays), 09:30-18:30 (weekends/holidays)
Tea Stream Valley: 09:30-17:30 (subject to official announcements)
Tickets:
Knight Valley single ticket: approx. CNY 200/person
Tea Stream Valley single ticket: approx. CNY 180/person
Combined ticket for both valleys: approx. CNY 300/person (recommend purchasing online in advance for discounts)
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 days (if time permits, staying overnight is recommended)
II. Transportation Guide
Public Transportation:
Subway: Take Line 8 to "Yantian Road" station, then transfer to bus M520/Tourist Bus 8 to "OCT East" station.
Bus: Take E12, E13, M362 and other routes directly from the city center.
Self-driving:
Navigate to "OCT East Shenzhen," parking available within the scenic area (approx. CNY 15-30/day).
Shuttle Bus: Free shuttle buses operate between Knight Valley, Tea Stream Valley, and hotels.
III. Recommended Routes
One-Day Tour (Compact Version)
Morning: Knight Valley
Must-try attractions: "Roaring Torrent" wooden roller coaster, log flume ride, Cloud Sea Cable Car (panoramic mountain and sea views).
Family recommendations: Flamingo Valley (animal interactions), Children's Fun Park.
Noon: Lunch at restaurants within the scenic area (recommended: "Lakeside Food Gallery," CNY 50-80 per person).
Afternoon: Tea Stream Valley
Interlaken Town: European-style architecture, perfect for photos.
Four Seasons Flower Field: Seasonal flower displays including lavender, rapeseed flowers, etc.
Tea Master Ancient Town: Experience tea culture, enjoy tea with a view.
Evening: Ride the Forest Mini Train (20-minute loop through mountains and sea).
Two-Day Tour (In-depth Experience)
Day 1: Full day at Knight Valley, overnight stay at a resort hotel (such as Interlaken Hotel), enjoy hot springs (Interlaken Hot Springs approx. CNY 198/person).
Day 2: Leisure tour of Tea Stream Valley, afternoon visit to Cloud Sea Valley Sports Park (reservation required, suitable for golf or hiking).
IV. Dining Recommendations
Within the scenic area:
Interlaken Hotel Western Restaurant: Elegant environment, perfect for romantic dinners.
Tea Stream Valley Bamboo Valley: Offers Hakka cuisine and Cantonese dishes, CNY 80-120 per person.
Nearby:
Dameisha Beach seafood stalls (recommended: "Wugu Fang Squab," 15-minute drive).
V. Accommodation Suggestions
High-end:
Interlaken Hotel: Swiss style, includes hot springs, approx. CNY 1,000-2,000/night.
Waterfall Hotel: Strong design elements, close to Knight Valley, approx. CNY 800-1,500/night.
Budget:
Chain hotels near Dameisha (such as Vienna Hotels, approx. CNY 300-500/night).
VI. Important Notes
Attire: Sports shoes recommended, some attractions require walking or climbing.
Weather: Sun protection in summer, rain gear during rainy season (some outdoor attractions may close in rain).
Ticket discounts: Students/seniors receive discounts with ID, children under 1.2m free.
Avoid peak times: Weekends and holidays are crowded; arrive before 9am if possible.
VII. Nearby Attractions
Dameisha Beach Park (free, about 5km away, swimming and beach activities available).
Chung Ying Street (reservation required, experience the Shenzhen-Hong Kong culture, 30-minute drive).
Yantian Seafood Street (enjoy fresh seafood after dinner).
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