Shenzhen's oldest park, Shenzhen Children's Park (深圳市兒童公園), has finally reopened on 16 August 2026 after nearly two years of closure and renovation! Built in 1987 as the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone's first children's-themed municipal park, this upgrade is all about "free unlimited play" — free entry, free unlimited use of the non-powered playgrounds, and even the rides start from just ¥9 per go. Outstanding value for money, it has already become a new landmark for Hong Kong parents crossing the border to keep the kids entertained.
📍 Super convenient location: just a few stops from Luohu Port
The park is located at 12 Tongle Road, Luohu District (羅湖區童樂路12號) (near Dongmen Old Street). After crossing at Luohu Port, it's just a few metro stops away — perfect for a same-day weekend family trip.
- Metro: Line 3, Exit C at Shaibu Station (曬布站), then walk
- Bus: Get off at Children's Park Station (兒童公園站)
🆓 Five free non-powered themed playgrounds (unlimited play on entry)
The park is divided into "active north, quiet south". The south side has five free non-powered playgrounds, suitable for toddlers right up to older children:
- Zishu Sand Mine (子鼠沙礦): China's first dynamic micro-terrain playground, with a 300-square-metre white sand pit featuring 12 types of exploration passages and over 80 ways to play with sand — a favourite for younger toddlers.
- Wuma Playground (午馬樂園): A large Chinese-zodiac-themed maze with over 120 exploration modules plus an aerial climbing adventure complex, and it even has a disability-friendly accessible play area.
- Forest Exploration (Shenhou Playground / 申猴樂園): Forest treehouses built around the original mature trees, with over 300 square metres of three-dimensional climbing nets, forest trampolines, zip lines and wooden balance bridges — the tree canopy keeps it nice and cool.
- Stream Valley Water Play (溪谷戲水樂園): A "water-powered" playground converted from the original lake area, with water slides, fountains, water curtains, wave surges and more than a dozen interactive water games — perfect for summer water play.
- Ridge Mountain Walk (徑山漫步): A low-level forest adventure trail combining lawns and simulated obstacles, giving kids balance training and physical exercise.
🎢 Star Height Dream Park (星高度夢想樂園): rides from ¥9
The "Star Height Dream Park" on the north side is the only paid area in the whole park. Its 20 child-friendly powered attractions are split into three price tiers: ¥9, ¥15 and ¥19 — very affordable:
- Little Elephant Flying Pendulum (小象飛擺, ¥19): The most thrilling in the park, with a maximum swing angle of 110 degrees — a must for older kids who love centrifugal force.
- Space Walk (太空漫步): An elevated track of over 500 metres circling the park; ride above and look down over the whole site, with a mist-cooling system to keep temperatures down.
- Carousel (旋轉木馬, ¥9): A classic parent-child ride and a favourite for younger toddlers.
- Park Sightseeing Train (環園觀光車, ¥19): One ticket for a full loop of the park — great for bringing grandparents or families who don't want to walk too much.
⏰ Opening hours + important reminders
- Park opening: Tuesday to Sunday 06:00–23:00; powered area (Star Height Dream Park) 09:00–22:00
- ⚠️ Closed on Mondays: From 24 August 2026, the whole park closes every Monday for maintenance (postponed if it falls on a statutory holiday) — check before you set off to avoid Mondays
- Charges: Free entry; powered attractions charged per ride at ¥9–¥19
💡 Family tips: bring spare clothes for the Stream Valley Water Play; there's plenty of shade but you'll still need sun protection in summer; weekdays are quieter and weekends livelier — two very different experiences.
What's in the park: 6 themed zones + price list
After the renovation, Shenzhen Children's Park is divided into 6 themed zones. The highlight is the completely free non-powered facilities — giant slides, climbing frames, sand pits and water play areas. You can easily spend two or three hours without paying a cent. For the powered rides you'll need to buy tokens or scan to pay, with three price tiers:
- ¥9 tier (for toddlers): Carousel, Happy Spinning Cups, Starlight Cloud Ride, Vertical Loop Sports Cars.
- ¥15 tier (medium fun): Little Elephant Flying Car, Cute Elephant Ball Blaster, Flying Elephant Sky Ride, Happy Adventure Island.
- ¥19 tier (thrill and challenge): Little Elephant Pendulum (mini pirate ship), Happy Journey Mini Roller Coaster, Cloud Flying.
If you're only going occasionally, buying tokens per ride or scanning to pay is the best value; families who go often can consider a stored-value card from ¥368. Note that some rides aren't suitable for children under 1.2 metres or those over 65 — there are height signs on site, so check before you queue.
Opening hours and transport
- Opening hours: Park 06:00–23:00; powered ride area 09:00–22:00.
- Address: 12 Tongle Road, Luohu District (right next to the Dongmen shopping area).
- From Luohu Port: Cross the border, take Metro Line 1 to Laojie Station, transfer to Line 3 to Shaibu Station, then walk 5–10 minutes from Exit C.
- From Liantang Port: Take Line 2/8 to Huangbeiling Station, transfer to Line 5, then transfer to Line 3 to Shaibu Station; if you'd rather avoid the transfers, just call a car for about ¥15–20.
- Nearby parking / buses: The park is close to Dongmen Old Street, so the metro is recommended — traffic and parking are tight around Dongmen on holidays.
Half-day / full-day itinerary suggestions (plenty for adults too)
- Morning: Head to the park first for the free non-powered facilities and grab a good spot while it's quiet;
- Lunchtime: Walk over to Dongmen Pedestrian Street for lunch — there's a huge choice of cheap snacks, tea drinks and noodles;
- Afternoon: Go to Dongmen Central or KK Mall (金光華廣場) for air-conditioning and shopping (both malls are on the metro line);
- Evening: If the kids still have energy, head to People's Park (人民公園) (Metro Line 3, Exit D1 at Shaibu Station, 3071 Renmin North Road, Luohu District) — there are roses in every season, so walk until the little ones are worn out;
- Return trip: Walk back to Luohu Port from Dongmen or take Line 1 — no worries even if it rains.
FAQ
Do I need to buy a ticket for Shenzhen Children's Park?
No. Entry is free and the non-powered facilities are free to use; only the powered rides are charged per ride (three tiers: ¥9 / ¥15 / ¥19). There's no admission fee.
What age is best for visiting?
Children under 1.2 metres are best suited to the non-powered facilities and the ¥9 tier rides; primary-school-age kids can handle the ¥15–¥19 mini roller coaster and mini pirate ship. Some powered rides aren't suitable for those over 65 — there are signs on site.
Is it crowded on holidays?
Yes. Weekends, public holidays and the summer holidays are peak times, so go early when the park opens (06:00) or on a weekday. If you plan to ride the powered attractions, top up your tokens or set up your payment code in advance rather than fumbling around when you reach the front of the queue.
Are there places to eat in the park?
The park mainly has snack kiosks with limited choice; it's better to walk to Dongmen or KK Mall for a proper meal and enjoy the air-conditioning too.
Add-on nearby: three free parks in Luohu and Futian
After the Children's Park, if the kids still have energy, there are several free municipal parks nearby to continue the fun:
- People's Park (人民公園) (3071 Renmin North Road, Luohu District; Metro Line 3, Exit D1 at Shaibu Station): Flowers in every season and a pleasant lakeside walk.
- Honghu Park (洪湖公園) (Wenjin North Road, Luohu District; Metro Line 3, Honghu Station): Lotus viewing in summer, with a large lake and plenty of shade.
- Lizhi Park (荔枝公園) (Hongling Middle Road, Futian District; Metro Line 3, Hongling Station): Near the Futian Port area, with big lawns — great for picnics and kite flying.
Border crossing hours (important when travelling with children)
Control point opening hours published by the Hong Kong Immigration Department (checked 2026-09-27): Luohu 06:30–24:00 | Lok Ma Chau Spur Line (Futian Port) 06:30–22:30 | Lok Ma Chau (Huanggang Port) 24 hours | Shenzhen Bay passenger clearance building and private car passenger clearance 06:30–24:00 (goods vehicles 24 hours) | Man Kam To 07:00–22:00 | Heung Yuen Wai (Liantang) 07:00–22:00 | High Speed Rail West Kowloon Station 06:30–23:30. This timetable directly affects how late you can stay out and what time you need to set off back to Hong Kong — it's best to check the Hong Kong Immigration Department website again before you go.
Children walk slowly, so it's best to use Luohu Port (open until 24:00, the longest clearance hours) and avoid Futian Port, which closes at 22:30 and could leave you rushing.
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