OCT Loft Creative Culture Park
OCT Loft Creative Culture Park
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Christian S
31 contributions
Nov 2019
This part of Shenzen is dedicated to arts and artist/design-related startups and firms. It is located in a quarter, that had been used industrially and the buildings have been (and still are) adapted to lofts and exhibition spaces.
There are many nice restaurants, exhibitions, art&crafts shops and cafés (which is essential, because good coffee - Italian style - is rare in China).
It is like coming to another world inmidst the busy Shenzen scene. Very chic and "European". Whenever the crowded, narrow streets in the "urban villages" make you crazy you can find some relax and "western" artistic attitude here. This is kind of an intriguing choreography (remember! you are in the Special Economy Area), but it is _NOT_ the real China.
There are many nice restaurants, exhibitions, art&crafts shops and cafés (which is essential, because good coffee - Italian style - is rare in China).
It is like coming to another world inmidst the busy Shenzen scene. Very chic and "European". Whenever the crowded, narrow streets in the "urban villages" make you crazy you can find some relax and "western" artistic attitude here. This is kind of an intriguing choreography (remember! you are in the Special Economy Area), but it is _NOT_ the real China.
Written January 8, 2020
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Deanosaur89
Edmonton, Canada1,893 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
We went here around noon on a Sunday and were disappointed that many of the vendor booths weren't open and some of the shops were closed. After reading reviews it might be better to go here later in the afternoon. We still enjoyed our stay and popped into a cafe for an ice cream milk tea to cool down. Please note that the OCT loft is north of the Qiaocheng East Metro station and the OCT harbour is south. This area is much quieter than the harbour in the early afternoon.
Written July 19, 2020
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ZackExpat
Shenzhen, China15 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
A hipster's paradise. Art meets nature meets food meets young money. OCT has a relaxed and unique vibe, especially for the fast-paced and dynamic atmosphere of Shenzhen. Lots of cafes, art dealers, and exhibits.
Written July 11, 2022
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Curtis M
8 contributions
Jul 2020
It's a bit of a disappointment to be honest. It is hyped as a creative city hub, but it doesn't live up to the hype. It can get eerily quiet during the weekend evenings, which is quite odd. There are a few quirky coffee shops, bars and restaurants, but compared to other cities, it's a bit of a let down.
Written November 11, 2020
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina64,765 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
OCT Loft area is a very cool, unique hip area with awesome atmosphere. OCT [Overseas Chinese Town] Loft Creative Culture Park, located in the Nanshan District of Shenzhen, is a very cool area. The area is an area with many great galleries, cafés, restaurants, and lots of things to do.
Written January 22, 2019
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TheOExpress🏴🇭🇰
Hong Kong, China4,360 contributions
Apr 2019 • Friends
Ok, it may not be the most original concept but this area is still enjoyable to visit as it has some great art spaces to view work and lots of boutique-type shops and places to eat and drink. I think it’s now leaning a bit too much towards the latter but still very much worth seeing.
Written April 6, 2019
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Loura Sita
Amsterdam, The Netherlands54 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Lovely place to visit for a couple of hours. Great atmosphere, many unique galleries/ boutiques. Overall very interesting, inspiring and friendly vibes. Will come back and will recommend! +1 for the awesome coffee places around here too! ❤️
Written April 6, 2019
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Karim R
New York City, NY75 contributions
Mar 2018
i love this area of shenzhen. they are old factory buildings converted into hip galleries, coffee shops, boutiques and i think this is an area worth enjoying for some hours, far more authentic than the commercialism of malls.
Written April 29, 2018
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Wanderer783934
43 contributions
Jul 2019
Again I went at day time . Not much there to look at. I was expecting art and cultural shops but found neither . I can see they are trying to a 798 like Beijing in time but .....
Written August 26, 2019
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chaknee
Beijing, China94 contributions
Jul 2018 • Solo
Lots of art to see here, also good cafes, restaurants, shops. Several large art galleries with free showings. Remember: most galleries closed on Mondays. OCT is on Line 1. Get off at the Qiao Cheng Dong Subway Station, exit A. From there it's about a 10-minute walk. Also nearby is Splendid China Park.
Written July 4, 2018
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CudraClover
Makawao, HI3 contributions
Where is a good hotel to stay in the art area known as OCT Loft?
Maarten_B_NL
9 contributions
Loft Youth Hostel.
SuvorovAndrey
Charleroi, Belgium71 contributions
What is not commercialized in China haha :)
OCT Loft Creative Culture Park (Shenzhen) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about OCT Loft Creative Culture Park
- Hotels near OCT Loft Creative Culture Park:
- (0.07 mi) Shenzhen LOFT Youth Hostel
- (0.07 mi) H Life Hotel
- (0.66 mi) InterContinental Shenzhen
- (0.24 mi) City Inn (Shenzhen Chuangyiyuan )
- (0.30 mi) St.Helen Shenzhen Bauhinia
- Restaurants near OCT Loft Creative Culture Park:
- (0.07 mi) Pu Yu Tang
- (0.11 mi) B.PARK
- (0.07 mi) Fu Chun Restaurant
- (0.13 mi) XianLuo Tai (OCT)
- (0.13 mi) SiChuan Xiang TianXia Hotpot (Huaqiaocheng)
- Attractions near OCT Loft Creative Culture Park:
- (0.60 mi) China Folk Culture Village
- (0.48 mi) Shenzhen International Garden and Flower Expo Park
- (1.03 mi) OCT HARBOUR
- (0.54 mi) Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Town
- (1.43 mi) Happy Valley of Shenzhen