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Shanghai

The Paris of the East, Asia's New York.
Where tradition meets modernity in China's largest metropolis.

2-3 hours flight 240-hour visa-free Population: 24M
$150-300
Round-trip flights
2-4 days
Recommended stay
¥1=$0.14
Exchange rate (approx)
GMT+8
Time zone

Must-See Attractions

Essential places to visit on your first trip to Shanghai

The Bund (Waitan)

Shanghai's iconic waterfront. Historic colonial architecture meets the futuristic Pudong skyline.

Lights until 22:30

Yuyuan Garden

A 400-year-old Ming Dynasty garden. Traditional architecture plus the famous xiaolongbao restaurant nearby.

Admission: 40 RMB (~$6)

Nanjing Road

China's most famous shopping street. Shopping, dining, and entertainment - all the way to The Bund.

Metro: Nanjing Rd East

French Concession

Tree-lined streets centered around Wukang Road. Cafes, galleries, and qipao photo experiences.

Instagram hotspot

Pudong Lujiazui

Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, and more skyscrapers. Amazing observation deck views.

Observation: 120-200 RMB

Shanghai Disneyland

Asia's largest Disney resort. Home to the world's first TRON coaster and Pirates attraction.

Tickets: 475-719 RMB

Practical Information

Airports

Pudong (PVG) - Most international
Hongqiao (SHA) - Domestic, some international

Transport

Metro is most convenient
Pay with Alipay/WeChat QR
DiDi app for taxis

Payment

Alipay/WeChat Pay essential
Cash rarely accepted
Foreign cards can top up

Internet

Buy SIM/eSIM recommended
VPN helpful for apps
Hotel WiFi available

Shanghai Food

Must-try dishes when visiting Shanghai

Xiaolongbao

Shanghai's signature dish.
Try Nanxiang or Din Tai Fung

Scallion Pancake

Crispy, flaky street food.
Popular morning snack

Lamb Skewers

Shouning Road food street.
Pair with Tsingtao beer

Hot Pot

Haidilao famous for service.
Mala Tang also a must-try

Prepare for Your Trip

Essential preparation before your Shanghai adventure