Shenzhen has always been a city of innovation, and now it’s leading the way in urban delivery with drone-powered takeout services. From parks to shopping areas and even scenic spots, ordering your favorite food and drinks is now just a tap away—delivered directly by air within minutes!
Where Can You Try Drone Delivery in Shenzhen?
Drone delivery points are currently available in some of Shenzhen’s most popular parks and public spaces, including:
✅ Pilot Parks
- Xiangmi Park (Futian District): The first park in Shenzhen to launch drone delivery. The pickup point is located next to the Rose Book House near the west gate. Offers seasonal fruits, fast food, and outdoor gear.
- Shenzhen Bay Park, Shenzhen Central Park, Talent Park, and Baishilong Music Park: These also offer a variety of items like milk tea, coffee, Chinese meals, and light snacks.
✅ Coming Soon
- Yuanboyuan (Garden Expo Park), Lianhuashan Park, Bijia Hill Sports Park: These parks are expected to join the drone network soon, expanding the “park + drone” lifestyle.
✅ Scenic Spots
- Window of the World, Splendid China, and Happy Valley: These tourist favorites are getting drone delivery too!
✅ Shopping & Business Areas
- Longgang Galaxy Business District: Includes delivery lockers at locations like Silver Lake Valley, Galaxy Phase II & III, and Xinghuo Online.
- Minzhi Tianhong Business Area: Delivery lockers available at Longguang Jiuzuan, Hongrongyuan Tianjun, and Huilong Center North Tower.
What Can You Order?
Drone delivery currently supports a range of everyday essentials:
- Food & Beverages: Milk tea, coffee, Chinese meals, snacks
- Essentials: Wet wipes, mosquito repellent stickers, small toys
- Weight Limit: Up to 2.3 kg per order
Delivery Fee: No extra cost compared to traditional delivery services.
How to Order Drone Takeout in Shenzhen
Here’s how you can try it out yourself using Meituan Waimai (the Meituan Takeout App):
Step-by-Step:
- Open the Meituan App
- Tap on the “Takeout” (外卖) tab on the homepage.
Search for “无人机” (Drone Delivery)
- This will take you to the dedicated drone delivery section.
Choose Your Area
- Select the business district or park that matches your current location.
Place Your Order
- Pick your items and set your delivery to the nearest drone locker or drop-off point.
Delivery Range & Time
- Standard Service: Within a 3 km radius, delivered in about 15 minutes.
- Delivery Points Include:
- Meituan Drone Locker @ Talent Park
- Meituan Drone Locker @ Central Park Zone C2
- Meituan Drone Locker @ Shenzhen Bay North
- Meituan Drone Locker @ Baishilong Music Park
Real User Experience: Xiangmi Park
During the Labor Day holiday, drone delivery officially launched at Xiangmi Park, and it’s already creating buzz. Curious visitors gather near the delivery point, watching drones land with freshly prepared food. One user ordered a coffee and dessert with just a few taps. Within 10 minutes, a gentle hum filled the air as a drone descended like a graceful bird, dropping off the order right on target.
The experience was not only fast and fun but also surprisingly emotional—turning a simple takeout into a futuristic moment of joy.
A Mini Convenience Store in the Sky
With over 100 available items including fresh fruit, fast food, and even kids’ toys, these drone delivery stations serve as flying mini-marts—perfect for families spending the day outdoors.
And because electric scooters aren’t allowed inside many parks, drone delivery solves a real problem: getting food without leaving your picnic spot.
What’s Next?
Meituan plans to expand drone delivery services throughout Shenzhen, bringing this efficient, zero-traffic option closer to more communities. With parks, business zones, and scenic areas on board, drone delivery could soon become an everyday norm in city life.
For Your Information: If you’re in Shenzhen, trying drone delivery is a must. Whether you’re sipping coffee under a tree in the park or exploring one of the city’s iconic landmarks—your next meal might just drop from the sky.
