Shanghai China Travel Guide
Start with The Bund for ancient buildings and Pudong views. Walk along Nanjing Road.
Afternoon: Yu Green space and Old City Bazaar. Evening: Huangpu River cruise, dinner in Xintiandi.
Plan your stay with suggested itineraries ranging from a brief weekend to an immersive week.
Day 1: The Bund, Nanjing Road, People's Square, Shanghai Museum. Evening: acrobatic show or fine dining.
Days 1-3: Cover major Shanghai attractions. Days 4-5: Day trips to Suzhou and Hangzhou.
Combine the one-week Shanghai itinerary and day trips with a multi-day extension to Beijing for a "China Golden Triangle" experience.
Experience multiple neighborhoods like a local. Explore parks, local markets, and join clubs or classes.
Shanghai accommodates all budgets. Plan your trip to align with your financial preferences.
Hostels, street food, metro/buses. Free attractions like The Bund, People's Square.
3-4 star hotels, mixed dining, metro/DiDi, paid attractions.
5-star hotels, fine dining, private automobiles, curated tours, high-end spas.
Tailor your Shanghai itinerary to your specific passions, from history to culinary arts.
Walking a tour Around the Bund's architecture. Explore Yu Garden and the Old City. Visit the Previous French Concession, the Shanghai Museum.
Join food tours focusing on street food and local cuisine. Take a cooking class to learn traditional dishes. Explore wet markets for fresh ingredients.
Opportunities within central Shanghai are limited. Focus on extensive urban walking and cycling. Consider a day trip to Sheshan Forest Park for gentle trails.
Visit Shanghai Disney Resort. Explore the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and Shanghai Wild Animal Park. Go up the Oriental Pearl TV Tower.
Marvel At the Bund's architecture and the Shanghai Tower. Explore M50 Creative Park for contemporary art. Visit the Power Station of Art and the Rockbund Art Museum.
Visit Jing'a Temple, Jade Buddha Temple, and Longhua Temple. Consider a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinic visit. Practice Tai Chi in a park.
Shanghai's seasons provide different best parts and experiences for visitors.
Focus on indoor museums, shopping malls, water parks, and air-conditioned cafes to escape the heat.
Enjoy hot pot meals, indoor cultural performances, plus Occidental-style Christmas or New Year decorations. Experience Chinese New Year festivities.
Shanghai hosts festivals throughout the year.
Focus on indoor attractions during severe weather conditions. Lower prices and fewer crowds await at these times.
Autumn brings the famous hairy crab season, a popular regional delicacy found in nearby waters. A must-try culinary experience.
Secure accommodation and transport far in advance for major festivals.
Expect significant crowds at popular attractions during festival periods.
