Overview
OH Bay, opened in phases since 2020, is Shenzhen’s premier 38-hectare coastal destination integrating leisure, arts, and commerce. Designed by LLA Architects (USA) and developed by OCT Group, it anchors the Greater Bay Area with 270,000㎡ parks, 120,000㎡ retail, and iconic structures like the Ferris wheel ($25M investment) and "Bay Opera House" theater.
Key Attractions
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Bay Glory Ferris Wheel
- 128m tall with 28 climate-controlled capsules (25-person capacity), offering 30-minute rides showcasing Qianhai Bay. Features VIP pods for weddings/special events.
- Best time: 17:45–18:30 for sunset views.
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Bay Opera House
- 3.8万㎡ theater complex by architect Rocco Yim, housing 1,500-seat/600-seat venues with Olympic-grade acoustics. Hosts international performances.
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Coastal Culture Park
- 27万㎡ green space with:
- Rainforest Valley: 600m artificial stream.
- Celebration Plaza: Daily light/water shows (20:00 weekdays, +21:00 weekends).
- Art installations: Math-inspired sculptures and LED-lit jogging paths.
- 27万㎡ green space with:
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Retail & Dining
- East/West Commercial Blocks: 200+ outlets, including Michelin-recommended restaurants and "China’s Most Beautiful Bookstore" (Zhongshuge).
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JW Marriott Light Wings
- 110-room luxury hotel with Ferris wheel views, part of OCT’s $100M hospitality cluster.
Visitor Experience
- Tech: AR animal projections, palm-vein entry (Line 14), and AI navigation.
- Access:
- Metro: Line 5 to Linha Station (Exit B2, 3-min walk).
- Parking: 1,200 spots at P1-P5 lots.
- Tickets: Ferris wheel (
30 adult,15 child), park entry free.
Cultural Impact
- Awards: ASLA 2017 (landscape design), UNESCO "Urban Innovation" citation.
- Events: Annual Bougainvillea Flower Show (Nov–Dec), international light-art festivals.
OH Bay redefines coastal urbanism—where mathematics (\text{Fermat’s Spiral}-inspired architecture), ecology, and Shenzhen’s "maker spirit" converge.
Note: Operational hours (2025): Park 10:00–22:00, Ferris wheel 10:30–22:30 (closed Tue AM).