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About Shanghai

Discover Shanghai

Why visit Shanghai?
Shanghai is a dynamic waterfront metropolis where historic streets meet a dramatic skyline along the Huangpu River. You will find designer boutiques, leafy boulevards, and quiet lanes alongside futuristic towers and riverside promenades.

What to expect
The city is defined by contrasting districts, from the heritage architecture of the Bund to the creative lanes of Tianzifang and leafy avenues of the former French Concession. Modern hubs like Lujiazui showcase soaring towers, elevated walkways, and expansive shopping malls.

Plan your trip
Shanghai works well for both short city breaks and longer journeys, with efficient connections to nearby water towns and other parts of China. It is a practical base for exploring the Yangtze River Delta region while enjoying an extensive choice of hotels, dining, and cultural experiences.

Top sights in Shanghai

The Bund

Walk along the riverside promenade to admire restored historic buildings facing the contemporary skyline of Lujiazui across the Huangpu River.

Shanghai Tower

Ride the high-speed lifts to the upper levels of one of the world’s tallest buildings for panoramic views over the city and river.

Yu Garden and Old City

Stroll through classical pavilions, ponds, and courtyards, then explore the surrounding lanes and traditional-style shops of the Old City area.

Former French Concession

Wander tree-lined streets filled with cafés, boutiques, and refurbished villas showcasing a blend of local and European-influenced architecture.

Nanjing Road

Experience one of Shanghai’s best-known shopping streets, combining flagship stores, bright lights, and lively pedestrian zones day and night.

Tianzifang

Explore a network of narrow alleys filled with studios, small galleries, cafés, and design shops in converted traditional lane houses.

Shanghai Museum

Discover carefully curated exhibits of ceramics, bronzes, paintings, and calligraphy in a modern building on People’s Square.

Huangpu River cruise

Take an evening cruise to see the Bund and Pudong skylines illuminated, offering a different perspective on the city’s architecture.

Experience Shanghai’s everyday rhythm

Getting around
Shanghai’s metro network is extensive and often the fastest way to move between districts such as Pudong, Puxi, and the Former French Concession. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are widely available for shorter hops, while walking is ideal within compact areas like the Bund and Tianzifang.

Local life & culture
You can see everyday life unfold in neighbourhood parks, where residents gather to socialise, practise music, or enjoy light exercise. Older lilong lane-house districts sit beside modern residential areas, giving you a sense of how the city has evolved while still retaining local character and community spaces.

Where to unwind
Green spaces such as Century Park and Fuxing Park offer lakes, lawns, and shaded paths for a quiet break from the streets. Along the river, newer promenades provide places to sit, jog, or enjoy the skyline, especially in the cooler air of early morning or evening.

A taste of Shanghai

Street food & local specialties
You can sample local flavours such as soup-filled dumplings and pan-fried buns at casual eateries and small neighbourhood shops. Areas around Yu Garden and some older streets in Puxi are known for small outlets where you can try traditional snacks alongside everyday dishes.

Casual & modern dining hubs
Modern malls in districts like Lujiazui, Xintiandi, and Nanjing Road gather many cafés, bakeries, and restaurants under one roof, making it easy to try different styles of cuisine in a single stop. Menus often offer sharing plates and smaller portions, so you can sample a variety of tastes with friends or family.

Signature & scenic dining
For a memorable meal, consider restaurants overlooking the Bund or elevated venues in high-rise buildings in Pudong that offer sweeping skyline views. Riverside terraces and upper-floor dining rooms are especially atmospheric in the evening, when the city lights reflect on the Huangpu River.

Retail therapy in Shanghai

Malls & lifestyle hubs
Large shopping centres in areas like Lujiazui, People’s Square, and Xintiandi bring together international labels, local designers, cinemas, and cafés. These spaces are popular meeting points where you can browse, dine, and relax in air-conditioned comfort throughout the day.

Markets & local crafts
For smaller boutiques and creative studios, explore Tianzifang, the Former French Concession, and parts of Jing’an, where you will find design shops, galleries, and lifestyle stores. These neighbourhoods are ideal for picking up distinctive souvenirs, homeware, accessories, and locally designed fashion.

Evening retail scene
After dark, streets such as Nanjing Road and parts of Huaihai Road light up with animated displays and busy storefronts. Some pedestrian zones become livelier in the evening, making it convenient to combine shopping with dining, with metro stations and other public transport options close by.

Best time to visit Shanghai

Spring (chun)
From March to May, Shanghai enjoys mild temperatures around 10–20°C (50–68°F), with blossoming trees and comfortable conditions for walking tours. This shoulder season offers pleasant weather for exploring parks, riverside walks, and neighbourhood streets.

Summer (xia)
June to September is warm and humid, with temperatures often between 25–33°C (77–91°F), and occasional showers that bring cooler air. This peak season is ideal for enjoying evening river cruises, air-conditioned museums, and long days of sightseeing.

Autumn and winter (qiu and dong)
October to February brings cooler, drier weather, from about 5–18°C (41–64°F), and clearer days that suit city walks and cultural visits. This low season can feel calmer at popular sights, with crisp evenings and a different view of the skyline.

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