Why visit Shanghai?
Shanghai blends historic waterfront architecture and soaring skyscrapers with creative neighbourhoods and leafy streets. You can explore grand riverside promenades, atmospheric old lanes, and cutting-edge galleries, all within a dynamic, walkable urban landscape.
What to expect
The city is centred on key areas such as the Bund, Lujiazui financial district, and the former French Concession, each with its own character. Expect efficient metro links, broad avenues lined with trees, and a busy calendar of exhibitions, performances, and design events throughout the year.
Plan your trip
Shanghai works well as both a standalone city break and a starting point for wider journeys in eastern China. With extensive rail and air connections, you can easily add nearby water towns, coastal cities, or inland cultural hubs to your itinerary.