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The Bund
Shanghai's most iconic waterfront boulevard lined with 52 Gothic, Renaissance, and Art Deco buildings from the colonial era.
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
The world's busiest shopping street, stretching 1.3km from People's Square to the Bund.
Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
A classical Chinese garden dating from the Ming dynasty with pavilions, halls, rockeries, and ponds.
Shanghai Tower
China's tallest building and the world's second tallest, with a 118th floor observation deck offering panoramic city views.
Xintiandi
A trendy entertainment district featuring restored shikumen (stone gate) houses, upscale restaurants, bars, and boutique shops.
Oriental Pearl Tower
Shanghai's most recognizable landmark with observation decks, a rotating restaurant, and glass-bottomed skywalk.
Former French Concession
Tree-lined streets, historic European architecture, trendy cafes, and boutiques in the former French settlement.
Shanghai Museum
One of China's best museums with a world-class collection of ancient Chinese art, including bronzes, ceramics, and calligraphy.
Shanghai Disneyland
China's first Disney park with the world's largest castle, innovative rides, and Chinese-themed attractions.
Maglev Train Experience
The world's fastest commercial magnetic levitation train, reaching 431 km/h on the 30km airport link.
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
A massive interactive science museum with IMAX Dome Theater and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Jing'an Temple
One of Shanghai's most important Buddhist temples, located in the heart of the city with a golden facade.
Tianzifang
A maze of narrow alleyways filled with boutique shops, art studios, cafes, and bars in a historic shikumen neighborhood.
Shanghai Natural History Museum
A stunning modern museum housing over 30,000 specimens including dinosaur fossils, whale skeletons, and interactive exhibits.
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
A museum showcasing Shanghai's past, present, and future urban development with detailed scale models of the city.
Happy Valley Shanghai
A large amusement park with roller coasters, water rides, and family attractions for all ages.
China Art Museum
The largest museum of art in China, housed in the former Expo 2010 China Pavilion with massive displays of Chinese art.
M50 Creative Park
A former factory complex turned into an art district featuring galleries, studios, and creative boutiques.
Huangpu River Cruise
A scenic boat tour along the Huangpu River offering the best views of both the historic Bund and modern Pudong skyline.
1933 Old Mill Fun
A historic slaughterhouse turned creative space with unique spiral staircases, bridges, and European architecture.
Hengshan Road
A tree-lined boulevard in the former French Concession with historic villas, bars, and restaurants.
World Expo Museum
The only museum in the world dedicated to the World Expo, showcasing the history and legacy of world's fairs.
Qibao Ancient Town
A historic water town with traditional architecture, street food, and crafts just 30 minutes from central Shanghai.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
One of the largest aquariums in the world with over 400 species of marine life and a 155-meter underwater tunnel.
Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone
China's first free trade zone with international shopping centers and import goods at duty-free prices.
Longhua Temple
Shanghai's largest and most authentic Buddhist temple, dating back to the Three Kingdoms period.
Lujiazui Finance & Trade Zone
Shanghai's iconic financial district featuring the three super-tall skyscrapers: Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Jin Mao Tower.
Jin Mao Tower
A 421-meter skyscraper with a unique pagoda-inspired design, featuring an 88th-floor observation deck with glass-bottomed skywalk.
Global Harbour
One of the largest shopping malls in Asia, featuring over 400 shops, a rooftop garden, and European-style interior architecture.
People's Square
The central square of Shanghai, surrounded by major cultural institutions including Shanghai Museum, Grand Theatre, and the Urban Planning Exhibition Center.
Shanghai Wildlife Park
A large wildlife park featuring over 200 species from around the world, including drive-through safari zones and animal performances.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
One of the largest aquariums in Asia, featuring a 155-meter underwater tunnel and exhibits from five continents.
Duolun Road Cultural Street
A short but historically rich street where many famous Chinese writers and intellectuals lived in the 1920s-30s, now featuring bookstores and art galleries.
Longhua Temple
The largest and oldest Buddhist temple in Shanghai, dating back to 242 AD, featuring a seven-story pagoda and beautiful gardens.
Columbia Circle
A historic compound from the 1920s-30s American settlement era, now a trendy lifestyle hub with restaurants, shops, and co-working spaces.
Shanghai History Museum
Housed in the former Shanghai Race Club building, this museum chronicles Shanghai's evolution from a small fishing village to a global metropolis.
Shanghai Astronomical Museum
The world's largest astronomical museum, featuring immersive planetarium shows, space exhibitions, and a solar telescope.
Bund Source (Waitanyuan)
The northern extension of the Bund featuring beautifully restored heritage buildings, upscale dining, and the Peninsula Hotel.
China Maritime Museum
A comprehensive museum dedicated to China's maritime history, featuring ship models, navigation instruments, and a full-size replica ancient ship.
Shanghai Greenhouse Garden
A stunning modern greenhouse complex featuring tropical plants, desert landscapes, and a cloud forest in a futuristic architectural setting.
Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum
A museum documenting the history of Jewish refugees who fled to Shanghai during WWII, housed in the former Ohel Moishe Synagogue.
Shanghai Chopsticks Museum
A quirky private museum housing over 2,000 pairs of chopsticks from various dynasties and countries, the only chopstick museum in the world.
Jing'an Sculpture Park
A beautiful urban park featuring contemporary sculpture installations, cherry blossoms, and the Shanghai Natural History Museum.
Bund Finance Center (BFC)
A mixed-use development at the southern end of the Bund featuring the Fosun Foundation art center with a moving facade veil.
Shanghai Auto Museum
China's first auto museum featuring over 100 vintage and classic cars from the 19th century to the present.
Shanghai Film Museum
A museum celebrating 100 years of Chinese cinema, featuring vintage film equipment, costumes, and interactive exhibits.
Zhujiajiao Water Town
A 1,700-year-old water town with canals, stone bridges, traditional houses, and local food specialties, just 48km from Shanghai.
Qibao Old Town
A charming ancient water town within Shanghai, featuring traditional architecture, local snacks, and a cricket museum.
Nanxiang Old Town
The birthplace of xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), featuring ancient temples, gardens, and the famous Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant.
Chongming Island
The third largest island in China at the mouth of the Yangtze River, known for wetlands, bird watching, and eco-tourism.
Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial
A WWII memorial at the site of the famous 1937 defense battle, featuring exhibits about the 425 Chinese soldiers who held the warehouse against Japanese forces.
Power Station of Art (PSA)
China's first state-run contemporary art museum, housed in a converted power station with rotating international exhibitions.
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- Ctrip / Trip.com — Attraction reviews & booking
- TripAdvisor — International attraction reviews
- China News — Official tourism information
- — Government tourism data
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