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Shanghai

(上海)

Futuristic skyline meets colonial Art Deco heritage on the Huangpu River.

Suggested Stay
3-4 Days
Best Season to Visit
Spring (Mar - May), Autumn (Sep - Nov)

Top Highlights

The Bund & Pudong SkylineYu GardenFrench ConcessionNanjing RoadShanghai Tower (118th Floor)

Recommended Classic Itinerary

DAY 1Colonial Bund & Futuristic Pudong

Walk the historic Bund promenade, cross to Pudong for Shanghai Tower observatory, evening Huangpu river cruise.

DAY 2Old Town & Trendy Concession

Yu Garden & Bazaar, wander tree-lined streets of Former French Concession (Wukang Road, cafes).

DAY 3Art & Water Town Escape

Xintiandi shopping, Long Museum West Bund, or day trip to Zhujiajiao water town.

Iconic Regional Dishes to Try

Must-order local specialties for your Dianping search

🥢Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)
🥢Shengjianbao (Pan-Fried Buns)
🥢Hairy Crab
🥢Braised Pork Belly (Hongshao Rou)

Getting There & Around

Pudong Airport (PVG) with Maglev train (431 km/h in 7 mins); Hongqiao (SHA) integrated air-rail hub. 20+ subway lines.

Local Insider Tips

  • The Bund light show turns off promptly at 22:00 (23:00 in summer). Arrive before 19:30 for prime photo spots.
  • Take the 2 RMB public ferry across the Huangpu River for the best budget skyline view.