4 Best Shopping in Shenzhen, Pearl River Delta

Constantly adding new stores, this upscale shopping has more than 100 big brand shops, including Japanese department stores Seibu and Jusco. There's also a food court on the lower level that's not a bad place to take a break over some coffee or a bowl of noodle soup. The pedestrian square outside comes alive at night, with a smattering of bars and eateries for all types.

This sprawling pedestrian plaza has large shopping centers for inexpensive knock-off name-brand watches, shoes, bags, cosmetics, and clothes, as well as plenty of smaller outdoor shops. If you're into people-watching, grab a cup of bubble tea and soak up the sights.

Watch your pockets and bags, as this place can get crowded.

Luohu Commercial City is a stalwart of Shenzhen's mixed-bag shopping. Its location (straddling the Hong Kong–Shenzhen border) makes it a good place to do last-minute shopping for pirated DVDs, and knockoffs of just about any name brand you can think of. On the third and fourth floors, there are some inexpensive places to get clothes tailored (store owners can mail items to you) and curtains made. It's a colorful and chaotic experience, one that is true to Shenzhen, but do be warned that here are some of the most aggressive touts you're likely to find in the city.

Connected to the Grand Hyatt, this high-end shopping mall houses a long list of luxury brands, including Cartier, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Armani, and Burberry. Should you need a break, the pleasant outdoor plaza is home to a smattering of popular cafés and bars.