✧ Must-See
Shanghai's Top Attractions
From iconic landmarks to hidden gems—these are the experiences you can't miss.
The Bund (Wai Tan)
Shanghai’s 1.5km waterfront icon. 52 colonial-era buildings—Gothic, Baroque, Neoclassical—face the futuristic Pudong skyline across the Huangpu River. Free and breathtaking at sunset.
Free · 1-2 hrs
Shanghai Tower
China’s tallest (632m, 128 floors), 2nd in the world. Ride the 20m/s elevator to the 546m observation deck. Mind-blowing 360° views. Combine with the adjacent Oriental Pearl Tower.
¥180-230 · 1.5 hrs
Yu Garden (Yu Yuan)
Shanghai’s only intact Ming Dynasty garden (built 1559). Exquisite pavilions, dragon-shaped walls, and koi ponds. Steps away from the bustling Yuyuan Bazaar. Visit the Huxinting Teahouse.
¥30-50 · 1-1.5 hrs
Shanghai Museum
World-class museum at People’s Square. 120,000+ artifacts: ancient bronzes, ceramics, jade, and Ming paintings. Iconic “round heaven, square earth” architecture. Free admission!
Free · 2-3 hrs
Nanjing Road
China’s premier shopping street, 5.5km from the Bund to Jing’an Temple. 600+ shops, from luxury malls to century-old department stores. Bustling day and night.
Free · 1-2 hrs
Zhujiajiao Water Town
A 1,700-year-old water town 1hr from downtown. Stone bridges, willow-lined canals, Ming-Qing architecture. Known as the “Venice of Shanghai.” A perfect half-day escape.
Free entry · Half-day