Shanghai, known as the Paris of the East, is a gateway city to visit China. Sightseeing in Shanghai can be a daunting task. In a megacity Shanghai where there's something different to see around every corner, it can be hard to know where to start. If you are planning your visit, use our definitive guide to the top Shanghai attractions whenever you're entertaining out-of-town guests or simply want to play tourist and revisit iconic places. We've compiled the most popular sights and spots in Shanghai on tripadvisor with detailed info about their location, opening hours, tickets, and recommended visiting time, and the attractions include towering skyscrapers, great parks, museums, exotic streets, historical venues, etc. Landmarks like the Bund, Nanjing Road, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yu Garden & Bazaar are perennial favorites, but we’ve also highlighted a few of our favorite gems, such as Zhujiajiao Water Town, Shanghai Disneyland. Thirsty for more? Discover the 35 very best attractions in Shanghai to learn about its past and present, Start your Shanghai tour now!
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Shanghai Attractions by Category - Table of Page Contents
Skyscrapers & Observation Decks & Towers
Exotic Buildings
Shopping Areas
Traditional Chinese Gardens & Temples
Museums in Shanghai
- Shanghai Museum
- Urban Planning Exhibition Center
- Shanghai History Museum
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- China Arts Museum
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
- Shanghai Maglev Museum
Entertainment Sites in Shanghai
- Shanghai Disney Resort
- Huangpu River Cruise
- Shanghai Circus World
- Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel
- Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
- Shanghai Zoo
Ancient Water Towns in Shanghai
Artistic Zones
Public Parks in Shanghai
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No. 1: The Bund
The Bund, “a gallery of international architectures”, is the landmark of Shanghai. It is always the best place to view Shanghai. Take a stroll along the embankment of the Huangpu River, and you’ll get various architectural styles from Gothic, Baroque, Romanesque to Classicism and the Renaissance in your camera. The modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui across Huangpu River in Pudong New Area provide another backdrop. The night view here is more breathtaking, how about taking an evening cruise or a stroll by it?
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Points of Interest & Landmarks, Sights & Landmarks
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: On the bank of Huangpu River, Shanghai, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区中山东一路(临黄浦江)
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No. 2: Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Standing at the end of the Huangpu River, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower soars 468 meters, setting the character of the new urban area as well as its cityscape. An all-around panorama view of Shanghai from the tallest TV tower in Asia and the third tallest in the world can be amazing, walking on the glass bottom and feeling your adrenaline pumps is also cool. It is worthy to visit in the late afternoon that you could see the sunset and the city come alive with lights.
Type: Observation Decks & Towers, Modern Buildings & Landmarks
Opening Hours: 8:00-21:30
Tickets: CNY 35- CNY 458
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: No. 1, Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China 上海市浦东新区世纪大道1号
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No. 3: Yu Garden & Bazaar
Dating back to the 16th Century, Yuyuan Garden is the most revered green space in Shanghai. Known as the “Mountains and Forest within the City”, it is crowded to bursting point every day. And yet, it managed to maintain something of its air of serenity. Here, you’ll find ornate structures as well as intimate enclaves that are divided by “dragon walls”. Highlights include the Heralding Spring Hall, the Jade Magnificent Hall, and the Lotus Pool.
Out of the Yuyuan Garden is the Yuyuan Bazaar where you could explore how elaborating and cute the traditional Chinese handicrafts and art works are, and also savor some local flavor snacks here…Type: Gardens, Nature & Parks, Bazaar
Opening Hours: 09:00-16:30, No entry after 16:00, closed on Monday
Tickets: CNY 40 - Peak Season (Apr to Jun, Sep to Nov); CNY 30 - (Jul to Aug, Dec to Mar)
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: No. 168 Fuyou Street, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区福佑路168号
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No. 4: Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai Disney Resort is the first Disney resort in mainland China and the sixth one in the world. In Disneyland Park, you can lignite your dream by exploring Mickey Avenue, Gardens of Imagination, Fantasyland, Treasure Cove, Adventure Isle, and Tomorrowland with different themes, characters, and activities. It is about 18 kilometers from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, about 27 kilometers from the Huangpu River area. Disney is a dreamland for both children and adults. With Disney Resort, your Shanghai tour will be more enjoyable.
Type: Theme Parks, Water & Amusement Parks
Opening Hours: 09:00~21:00
Tickets: CNY 261 - CNY 1250
Recommended Visiting Time: half day to one day
Address: No. 310 Huangzhao Road, Chuansha Town, Pudong New District, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区川沙镇黄赵路310号
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No. 5: Nanjing Road
Running west from the Bund, Nanjing Road is Shanghai’s foremost shopping street and is one of the world’s busiest shopping streets. The Shanghai equivalent of New York’s Fifth Avenue, Nanjing Road boasts retailers from all over the world. In the daylight, you’ll admire the graceful architecture of the surrounding buildings. At night, you’ll marvel at the illuminated logos and brand names that line the avenue.
Type: Shopping, Street, Points of Interest & Landmarks
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: Nanjing East Road & Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District & Jing’an district, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区&静安区,南京东路&南京西路
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No. 6: Shanghai World Financial Center
Shanghai World Financial Center in the key CBD is a new and vital landmark in Shanghai. Being the fifth tallest building in the world with a total height of 492 meters, SWFC provides visitors the world's highest observatory at 474 meters high that is the best deck to appreciate the panorama of the whole old and new Shanghai, including the Bund, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Tower, and Huangpu River, and so on.
Type: Observation Decks & Towers, Modern Buildings & Landmarks
Sky Walk Opening Hours: 11:00~21:00 (No entry after 20:00, except for major festivals)
Tickets: Free Entry (Sky Walk: CNY 135 per person, CNY 200 for two)
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 上海市浦东新区世纪大道88号
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No. 7: Shanghai Tower
Just Completed in 2016, Shanghai Tower of 632 m high is at present the tallest skyscraper in China and proudly the second tallest one in the entire world, with the 828 m high Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai being the No. 1. Designed by Gensler from America with the fabulous stream-lined spiral facade, the world's highest observation, great functions to save more energy, top-class environment for offices and other functions, Shanghai Tower is so much attractive to visitors from the globe. Catch the chance to stimulate your body at the over 500 m high place. Let's Go!
Type: Observation Decks & Towers, Modern Buildings & Landmarks
Opening Hours: 8:30-22:00
Tickets: CNY 180
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: No. 501, Middle Yincheng Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai China
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No. 8: Jinmao Tower
The Jinmao Tower is situated in the heart of Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone in Pudong New Area. This 88-story skyscraper, Jinmao Tower rises 420 meters, making it one of the tallest buildings in the world. The Observation Deck of Jinmao Tower is on Level 88, 340 meters above the ground. In bright and comfortable light, you could enjoy a bird’s eye view of Shanghai City. In addition, it offers a topside view of the hotel atrium lobby.
Type: Observation Decks & Towers, Modern Buildings & Landmarks
Opening Hours: Jan - 08:30-21:00 (no entry after 20:30); Feb to Dec - 09:00-20:30 (no entry after 20:00)
Sightseeing Tickets: CNY 85
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 88 Century Avenue, Lujiazui, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区陆家嘴世纪大道88号
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No. 9: Huangpu River
The Huangpu River, known as the Mother River of Shanghai as well as the largest river in Shanghai, is a 113-kilometer long river flowing through Shanghai which is the last tributary of Yangtze River ends in the East China Sea. Puxi (West Bank) and Pudong (East Bank) are bounded by it, forming the world-famous Bund, Lujiazui financial zone, and other important landmarks. The western side of Puxi is home to “An Exhibition of International Buildings”. The eastern side of Pudong is a recent development of the last few decades and is the new business and financial district boasting many awesome glass and steel towers.
Type:River Cruise; Bodies of Water
Opening Hours: 11:00~21:30
Tickets: CNY 120 per person (without dining and snacks onboard)
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: Huangpu River, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区黄浦江
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No. 10: Shanghai Museum
Shanghai Museum is not only the cultural landmark of Shanghai but the biggest museum in China with numerous fine Chinese artifacts. It contains over 120,000 items rated precious cultural relics. Unlike many museums in China, it arranges its exhibits by theme rather than by dynasty. The collection consists of 21 categories, having its highlights bronze wares from Shang and Zhou Dynasties, pottery and porcelain spanning 8,000 years, and a large variety of calligraphy works and paintings.
Type: Comprehensive Museum, historical & Cultural site
Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00, no entering after 16:00, closed on Monday (except national holidays)
Tickets: Free Ticket
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: No. 201, Peoples Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China (上海市黄浦区人民大道201号)
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No. 11: Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Known as the “Venice in Shanghai”, Zhujiajiao Ancient Town has a history of 1,700 years and is a well-preserved waterside ancient town. In Zhjiajiao Water Town, You could take the traditional boat to cruise along the canals and see the old residences, shops and bridges that are filled with classic architectural tone in Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368 - 1911).
Type: Water Town, Architectural Buildings, Historic Site
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: half day to one day
Address: Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District, Shanghai 上海市青浦区朱家角古镇旅游区
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No. 12: Jade Buddha Temple
Quite different from many other temples hidden in mountains and forests, Jade Buddha Temple shows itself in the center of Shanghai city. It enjoys a high reputation both home and abroad for the extraordinary jade Buddha enshrined within it, hence the temple’s name. Among the clouds of incense smoke, it’s kind of unexpected to see so many pilgrims in such a modern city, no fewer than in Tibet.
Type:Buddhist Temples, Sacred & Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings
Opening Hours: 8:00-16:30 (Except for Major Festivals, No entry after 16:00)
Tickets: CNY 20
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: No. 170 Anyuan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai 上海市普陀区 安远路170号
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No. 13: Old French Concession
Shanghai French Concession (上海法租界) located in Huangpu district (黄浦区) and Xuhui District (徐汇区) is the earliest, largest and most prosperous French Concession in Modern China. Since its opening up in 1849, groups of foreigners from many countries came to Shanghai and settled down. After Wang Jingwei (汪精卫) Regime took back this important area, Shanghai French Concession ended its nearly 100-year-old history as a leased territory. Travelers can appreciate the diverse types of old buildings in exotic styles and feel the rich culture mixed with local Shanghai features and Western styles, with leafy trees side by.
Type: Historic & Cultural Site, Walking Streets, Old Exotic Buildings
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: 22 Jianguo Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区建国中路22号
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No. 14: Tianzifang
Tianzifang at Taikang Road in the Old French Concession is one of the coolest places to wander in Shanghai. A lot of artistic and cultural studios of celebrities and young creatives set here in the typical Shikumen houses of both Shanghai and western styles make the mazy lanes full of artistic culture. Strolling along the old paths to see the daily life of the residents here to feel the old Shanghai flavor, watching people chatting and laughing in the restaurants and bars from many other countries, and finding various kinds of interesting items and Chinese crafts are especially funny!
Type: Historical & Cultural Lanes, Artistic Shops, International Restaurants
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: No. 210, Taikang Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China
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No. 15: Shanghai Xintiandi
Located in the downtown area of Shanghai City, Shanghai Xintiandi is a historical site as well as a fashionable center full of entertainment, restaurants, and shopping malls. You could enjoy the antique and rebuilt Shikumen structure which is a witness of the communication between the building cultures of western countries and China. Despite in old appearance, the inside life is tailor-made for people in modern society, you can feast on the international art galleries, fashion shops, coffee houses, themed restaurants, and so forth.
Type: Neighborhoods, Points of Interest & Landmarks, Shopping & Entertainment
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: Xintiandi, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200021, China 上海市黄浦区新天地
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No. 16: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
Are you curious about what turned Shanghai into today’s super city? Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center is a must-see to witness how Shanghai became a cosmopolitan city from a shabby fishing village. With the theme of “ City, man, environment, and development” it serves for exhibition, research, communication, consultation, education, and sightseeing. The 3rd Floor is perhaps the most impressive, which displays a scale model of Shanghai. A cup of coffee on the top will be a good ending to this time travel.
Type: Museum, Exhibition Hall, Points of Interest
Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00; Tuesday to Sunday
Tickets: CNY 30
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: No. 100, Peoples Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China.
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No. 17: City God Temple
City God Temple of Shanghai, an important Taoist temple, also known as Chenghuang Temple or Cheng Huang Miao is located in the most prosperous and prestigious Yu Garden scenic area. It was built in the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty (1403 - 1424). It has a history of nearly six hundred years and witnessed the rise and fall, the peace and war of Shanghai. The main building includes the front square, the main hall, the Yuan Chen hall, the God of wealth hall, the Ci Hang Hall, the city god hall, and the goddess hall. It was destroyed during the war and closed in 1966, and rebuilt and reopened in 1994.
Type: Temple, Park, Bazaar
Opening Hours: 08:30-16:30, No entry after 16:00, except for major holidays
Tickets: CNY 10
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 hours
Address: 249 Fangbang Zhong Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区方浜中路249号
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No. 18: Shanghai Circus World
Referred as the No. 1 Circus World in China, Shanghai Circus World is a world-renowned comprehensive recreational venue with a uniquely designed building and acrobatic performance. It enjoys excellent hardware like complete facilities, advanced devices, and full-equipped functions as well as preeminent acrobats. Two great programs are performed in the Shanghai Circus World. One is ERA - Intersection of Time, from which the audiences could watch the most magical scenes and breathtaking acrobatics. The other is the Happy Circus, which is most loved by the kids and recommended as a family tour.
Type: Architectural Buildings, Theatre, Shows & Performance
Opening Hours: 09:00 ~ 19:30
Tickets: 130 RMB ~ 880 RMB
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: No. 2266, Gonghexin Road, Zhabei District, Shanghai 200073, China
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No. 19: Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel
The Bund sightseeing tunnel is located in the Pudong New Area between Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the Nanjing East Road. It is a pioneering work in the history of tunnel construction. It is the first cross-river pedestrian tunnel in China, with a total length of 646.70 meters, with a total construction area of nearly 17500 square meters. With the ocean-themed lighting and shadow, it is like a dreamland. The entrance to the Bund sightseeing tunnel is located on the west side of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, on the south side of the International Conference Center, and the other entrance is located on the north side of Chen Yi square of Puxi.
Type: Sightseeing, Points of Interest & Entertainment
Opening Hours: 09:00-21:30
Tickets: CNY 50 - CNY 70
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 hour
Address: 2789 Binjiang Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区滨江大道2789号
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No. 20: Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Shanghai ocean aquarium is next to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. You can get to see all kinds of marine life from all over the world, as well as interesting animal shows. The four underwater tunnels are very popular, where allow you to step into them to watch sharks and turtles swimming overhead. Here, you can see the Australian archerfish, African multi finfish, Southeast Asian White ax shark, South American eel, Antarctic penguin, lovely seahorse, etc. It is the only aquarium in the world that has an independent Chinese exhibition area to display aquatic lives, such as Chinese sturgeon, rouge fish, Chinese alligator, giant salamander, etc.
Type: Features Animals, Aquariums
Opening Hours: 09:00-18:00 (no entry after 17:30)
Tickets: CNY 155
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: 1388 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区陆家嘴环路1388号
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No. 21: Fengjing Water Town
With a history of more than 1,500 years, Fengjing is the only township in Shanghai on the list of Historic Towns of China. This town is renowned for its cultural background, elegant waters, well-preserved ancient houses, and traditional lifestyle with a strong local flavor. It is also known as the birthplace of the famed Jinshan Peasant Painting, which has won popularity for its creative designs and bright colors that vividly depict town’s culture and customs.
Type: Water Town, Architectural Buildings, Historic Site
Opening Hours: Aug to Apr: 08:00-16:30 (No entry after 16:00); May to Sep: 08:00-17:00 (No entry after 16:30)
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: half day to one day
Address: Lane 8588, Tingfeng highway, Fengjing town, Jinshan District, Shanghai 上海市金山区枫泾镇亭枫公路8588弄
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No. 22: Jing'an Temple
Jing'an Temple is located in the prosperous Jing'an district, with convenient transportation. The architectural style of the temple is integrated with the Tibetan temple. The silver Buddha in the main hall weighs 15 tons. Guanyin hall is set in the East Chamber on the right side of the first floor. The Guanying Buddha inside is 6.2 meters high. On the left side of the west chamber is the hall of Sakyamuni, which houses the 3.87-meter-high Sakyamuni Jade Buddha. This jade Buddha is much larger than the Jade Buddha in Jade Buddha Temple. The roof of Jing'an Temple is covered with copper tiles, and the top of the pagoda behind the temple is painted in gold. Looking afar, the whole temple is shining under the sun.
Type: Historic Sites, Sacred & Religious Sites
Opening Hours: 07:30-17:00
Tickets: CNY 50
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 1686 Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 上海市静安区南京西路1686号
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No. 23: Longhua Temple
Longhua Temple is the oldest and largest ancient temple in Shanghai with a history of more than 1700 years. From south to north, along the central axis of Longhua temple is Maitreya hall, Tianwang Hall, Daxiong Hall, Sansheng hall, and Sutra library. The Daxiong hall is very solemn. In front of it, there are three golden statues of Buddhas, Tathagata, Manjusri, and Puxian. On the back, there are exquisite statues of Guanyin. On both sides of the hall, there are carved sixteen Arhats. There are bell and drum towers on the East and west sides of the temple.
Type: Sacred & Religious Sites
Opening Hours: 9:00-16:30
Tickets: CNY 10
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 2853 Longhua Road, Longhua Town, Xuhui District, Shanghai 上海市徐汇区龙华镇龙华路2853号
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No. 24: Shanghai History Museum
Shanghai History Museum was founded in 1983, formerly known as the Shanghai Museum of historical relics. In 1991, Shanghai History Museum was changed to its current name. It reflects the historical development of Shanghai. It has collected a large number of cultural relics and documents representing the historical process of Shanghai. If you are interested in the history of Shanghai, there are more than 4 hundred relics to see. Shanghai History Museum was founded in 1983, formerly known as the Shanghai Museum of historical relics. In 1991, Shanghai History Museum was changed to its current name.
Type: History Museums
Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 (No entry after 16:00), Tuesday to Sunday
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: 325 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区南京西路325号
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No. 25: China Arts Museum
China Arts Museum used to be the National Pavilion of China in the Shanghai World Expo. The multimedia version of Qingming Riverside is the treasure of the China Arts Museum, there are many works of modern artists on display here. The exhibition hall of the art palace is mainly located on the 0-m, 5-m, 33-m, 41-m, and 49-m floors. You can take the elevator to go up and down the stairs. It is recommended to take the direct elevator to the 49-m floor to enjoy the multimedia "Qingming Riverside map". Then you can visit it from top to bottom. The other floors mainly display various works of modern Chinese artists, as well as temporary exhibitions of works of art at home and abroad.
Type: Specialty Museums
Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (No entry after 17:00), Tuesday to Sunday
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 3 - 5 hours
Address: 205 Shangnan Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区上南路205号
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No. 26: Shanghai Natural History Museum
Shanghai Natural History Museum is one of the largest natural history museums in China, located in Jing'an District. In the museum, the skeleton of a 26-meter long Zhongjiamamen River dinosaur is the most eye-catching. It is the largest dinosaur in Asia with the longest neck in the world. The new museum has five floors, two on the ground and three underground. It usually starts from the second floor above the ground and goes down in turn. The whole journey takes about half a day to a day. The last two underground floors are the most abundant exhibition areas. There are 10 permanent exhibitions in the museum, which are divided into three systems: natural evolution, living environment, and human civilization.
Type: Features Animals, Specialty Museums
Opening Hours: 09:00-17:00 Tuesday to Sunday
Tickets: CNY 30
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: 510 Beijing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 上海市静安区北京西路510号
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No. 27: Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is the largest science education site in Shanghai. Through various modern equipment and rich interactive ways, you can have an all-around understanding of natural science with shocking audio-visual effects. Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is rich in exhibits. There are hundreds of exquisite Wildlife Specimens and geological specimens, various robot performances with different functions, various models of electronic equipment and aerospace equipment, and a variety of scientific and technological inventions. The science and technology museum also has an IMAX three-dimensional giant screen, ball screen, four-dimensional and high-tech special cinema, etc.
Type: Specialty Museums
Opening Hours: 9:00 - 17:00, Tuesday to Sunday
Tickets: CNY 45
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 2000 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区世纪大道2000号
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No. 28: People's Square
The People's Park is located in the center of Shanghai, on the east side of Nanjing Road pedestrian street, and it is very easy to reach by metro. It has always been known as the "lung" of the city. If you are a museum-goers, there are many museums nearby. In the park, you can see the very special matchmaking corner in China. The park can be roughly divided into three scenic spots: East, Center, and West. The central area is an open space with scenery building, teahouse, open-air theater; the scenic spots in the west area, including pavilions, corridors, gardens, rockeries, pools, etc. It is the main scenic spot of the park.
Type: Architectural Buildings, Parks
Opening Hours: All Day
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 185 Renmin Avenue, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区人民大道185号
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No. 29: Shanghai Zoo
Shanghai Zoo is near Hongqiao Airport. There are more than 600 kinds of animals in the zoo, including a panda, elk, golden monkey, Siberian tiger, and other rare animals. There are amphibians and reptiles, herbivores, beasts of prey, birds of prey, and other animal exhibition areas, as well as a science and Education Museum, goldfish Gallery, butterfly museum, and other exhibition halls. There is also a reed-covered Swan Lake, inhabiting pelicans, swans, mandarin ducks, and other birds. It is also a good choice to stay in the zoo to rest on the lawn, bask in the sun, row boats and ride Ferris wheel.
Type: Features Animals, Zoos
Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00
Tickets: CNY 40
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: 2381 Hongqiao Road, Changning District, Shanghai 上海市长宁区虹桥路2381号
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No. 30: Century Park
Century Park is located at the southeast end of Century Avenue in Pudong. It is a large natural ecological park in Shanghai. The park is divided into a rural area, lakeside area, forest and lawn area, bird protection area, exotic area, etc. It is a good place for relaxation and entertainment in the city. Jingtian Lake in the garden is a large artificial lake, which is approximately around and about 300 meters in diameter. Another Zhangjiabang river passes through the park, creating an ecological environment with vertical and horizontal waterways in the garden.
Type: Parks, Points of Interest & Landmarks
Opening Hours: 06:00-18:00
Tickets: CNY 10
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 1001 Jinxiu Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区锦绣路1001号
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No. 31: Heping Fandian
Peace Hotel Museum or Heping Fandian Museum is the first museum in China built in the form of a hotel. The museum displays a number of "antique" items engraved with the words "华懋饭店", such as copper ice pot, copper key plate, copper thermos, copper ashtray, and the silver spoon, as well as calligraphy and paintings by famous artists. Due to its profound historical background, it has become the recording site of 33 films and TV plays. The South Building of Peace Hotel imitates the balanced apartment building of Renaissance, while the north building is the Gothic building of Chicago school.
Type: Points of Interest & Landmarks, Architectural Buildings
Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 20 Nanjing East Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 上海市黄浦区南京东路20号
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No. 32: Shanghai Maglev Museum
The predecessor of the Shanghai Maglev Museum is the Shanghai Maglev Science and Technology Exhibition Hall, which is a professional exhibition hall to show the maglev technology and the development history of the Shanghai maglev train. It officially opened on August 16, 2007, with an area of 1250 square meters. It is divided into five parts: the birth of maglev, Shanghai maglev line, maglev exploration, maglev advantages, and maglev prospects. There are many interactive projects for tourists to participate in. Tourists can visit the maglev train for free with maglev train tickets of the day.
Type: Specialty Museums
Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00
Tickets: Free Entry with valid Maglev Train Ticket
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 hour
Address: 2100 Longyang Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 上海市浦东新区龙阳路2100号
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No. 33: M50 Creative Park
M50 is the abbreviation of No. 50 Moganshan Road. It is located in the peninsula area on the South Bank of Suzhou River. It is a creative park reconstructed from the original textile factory. Compared with other creative parks, the biggest feature here is the graffiti and free gallery exhibition along the street. You can see the artworks of abstract, realistic, watercolor, oil painting, and so on. Over the past few years, M50 has attracted more than 130 artists from 17 countries and regions including UK, France, Italy, Switzerland, Israel, Canada, Norway, and Hong Kong, etc. The presence of these artists and creative design institutions creates a strong cultural atmosphere along the Suzhou River.
Type: Civic Centers, Art Museums
Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 2 hours
Address: 50 Moganshan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai 上海市普陀区莫干山路50号
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No. 34: Qibao Ancient Town
Qibao ancient town was built in the Northern Song Dynasty. It is only 5 kilometers away from the downtown area of Shanghai. It can be reached directly by metro line 9. Qibao ancient town is the nearest ancient town to Shanghai, which retains the characteristics of a water town in the metropolis and shows a new and simple cultural atmosphere. Qibao means seven treasures. It is said that there are seven treasures in the ancient town, namely, the Golden Sutra, the sacred tree, the flying Buddha, the golden rooster, the jade chopsticks, and the Jade axe. The area of the ancient town is small, with only a few streets in total. The main scenic spots are Qibao old street, Qibao pawnshop, Zhou's Micro carving hall, cricket cottage, etc. It is also a food street with all kinds of local snacks.
Type: Ancient Town, Points of Interest & Landmarks
Opening Hours: 9:00-18:00
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 1 - 3 hours
Address: Intersection of Qingnian Road and Hengli Road, Minhang District, Shanghai 上海市闵行区青年路与横沥路路口
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No. 35: Xujiahui Catholic Church
Xujiahui Catholic Church is adjacent to the prosperous Xujiahuidistrict. It is the largest Catholic Church in Shanghai. The red brick walls and two towering bell towers make this medieval Gothic building with hundreds of years of history particularly eye-catching. The simple exterior modeling and gorgeous interior decoration carry a strong religious atmosphere. You can also feel the rare tranquility in the city. Every night, the church is particularly charming under external lighting.
Type: Sacred & Religious Sites
Opening Hours: 9:00-16:00 Monday to Saturday; 14:00-16:00 on Sunday
Tickets: Free Entry
Recommended Visiting Time: 2 - 3 hours
Address: 158 Puxi Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai 上海市徐汇区蒲西路158号
How to Plan a Shanghai Tour
How to Get to Shanghai: You can fly to Shanghai directly from Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul, London, Los Angeles & many overseas countries (regions) and almost all major Chinese cities, like Beijing, Xian; or take high speed bullet train to Shanghai from domestic cities.
Best Time to Visit Shanghai: March to May (in spring) & September to November (in autumn), because these periods offer beautiful nature scenery and comfortable weather for outdoor sightseeing and activities.
Top Attractions to Visit in Shanghai: The Bund, Lujiazui Skyscrapers, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, French Concession, Shanghai Disney Resort…
Best known as an international popular tourist destination, Shanghai perfectly preserves mixed culture of the western and eastern. The duration and theme of your Shanghai tour can be flexibly arranged based on your time and interests. Usually, tourists spend 2 days on sightseeing the most famous landmarks, including the Bund, Yu Garden, skyscrapers like Shanghai Tower, World Financial Center, Former French Concession, Shanghai Museum, etc. With one extra day, you can enjoy family fun in Disneyland Park or visit Zhujiajiao Water Town in the suburb. Don't miss the Shanghai Maglev Train, wonderful nightlife and Shanghai Cuisine.
✔ 2 Days Classic Shanghai City Tour
✔ 3 Days Shanghai Past and Present Contrast Tour
✔ 3 Days Shanghai Highlights & Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour
Travel Shanghai with Hangzhou Suzhou, More Nearby Destinations
Convenient transportation makes it quite efficient and popular to make day trips from Shanghai to Hangzhou, Suzhou, and longer vacation in Huangshan Mountain, Nanjing, Mount Jiuhua and other places in surrounding areas. So you can visit West Lake and learn Chinese tea culture in Hangzhou, marvel at tasteful classical gardens and witness Chinese silk productive process. Splendid rocky mountains with exotic pine trees are highlights in Huangshan Mountain.
✔ 5 Days Shanghai Hangzhou Suzhou Highlights Tour
✔ 6 Splendid East China Tour by Bullet Train
✔ 5 Days Shanghai Huangshan Tour by High Speed Train
Travel Shanghai with Beijing, Xian & More China Destinations
Beijing Xian Shanghai are golden triangle cities often visited together for a week holiday. You can use 3 days to visit the Great Wall and major iconic spots like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven in Beijing, and leave 2 days for fulfilling your Terracotta Warriors tour in Xian. With more time, you can extend the trip from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie, Guilin, Chengdu, Yunnan, Silk Road, Tibet and more phenomenal destinations to enrich your China discovery. (more top China tours from Shanghai >>)
✔ 6 Days Beijing Shanghai Tour by High Speed Train
✔ 8 Days Best of China Tour (Beijing/Xian/Shanghai)
✔ 7 Days Shanghai Suzhou Beijing Contrast Tour by High Speed Train
Travel with China Discovery
As a leading travel agency in China which dedicates to offering high-quality China tours, China Discovery has helped thousands of travelers enjoy their trips to Shanghai, Beijing, Xian, etc., in China. Travel with us, you can enjoy worry-free tour services as well as well-organized itineraries, even our assistance of Chinese Visa application, convenient airport/train station pick-up & drop-off and transfer between all scenic spots, knowledgeable tour guide, safe & licensed private vehicle, satisfactory accommodation and dining and so on. You are free to choose from our most popular Shanghai tour packages or contact us to design a memorable holiday in Shanghai, China.
Paul & His Wife Visited the Bund
Timothy Family in Yu Garden
Tailor-made Group Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall, Beijing
Recommended Shanghai Tour Packages
No matter how many days you plan to stay in Shanghai, there is always a tour suitable for you. Following are some best Shanghai tour packages covering most highlights in Shanghai. If you still have no idea where to start, you can design a tailor-made Shanghai trip with us.
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2 Days Classic Shanghai City Tour
Highlights: The Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai French Concession, Shanghai Museum, Shanghai World Financial Center
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3 Days Beijing Essential Short Stay Tour
Highlights: The Bund, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum,Shanghai World Financial Center, Jade Buddha Temple
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5 Days Shanghai Hangzhou Suzhou Tour
Highlights: The Bund, Shanghai Museum, West Lake, Tea Village, Lingyin Temple, Lingering Garden, Silk Factory, Tongli Water Town
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