Shanghai

上海

Shanghai · The Pearl of the Orient

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China's most cosmopolitan city. A dazzling fusion of futuristic skyscrapers in Pudong, colonial-era architecture along the Bund, and hidden lane houses in the French Concession. Shanghai is where East meets West at full speed.

Suggested Itinerary

5 Days

Classic Shanghai — Modern & Traditional

1

The Bund & Pudong Skyline

  • Walk the Bund at golden hourWalk the Bund at golden hour
  • Visit the Oriental Pearl TowerVisit the Oriental Pearl Tower
  • ·Dinner with a view at Jade on 36
2

Old Shanghai Charm

  • Morning at Yuyuan GardenMorning at Yuyuan Garden
  • Lunch at the City God Temple food streetLunch at the City God Temple food street
  • Afternoon walk in the French ConcessionAfternoon walk in the French Concession
3

Art & Culture Immersion

  • ·Power Station of Art
  • Tianzifang artsy lanesTianzifang artsy lanes
  • Shanghai Museum at People's SquareShanghai Museum at People's Square
4

Zhujiajiao Water Town Day Trip

  • Ancient water town canalsAncient water town canals
  • ·Visit Kezhi Garden
  • ·Traditional river boat ride
5

Modern Life & Departure

  • ·Nanjing Road shopping
  • Final xiaolongbao feast at Din Tai FungFinal xiaolongbao feast at Din Tai Fung
  • Maglev train to airportMaglev train to airport
Pudong skyline from the BundXiaolongbao (soup dumplings)French Concession architectureMaglev train experience

Quick Facts

Population

24.87 million

Language

Mandarin Chinese, Shanghainese

Currency

Chinese Yuan (CNY / RMB)

Timezone

UTC+8 (same all year)

Airport

Shanghai Pudong (PVG) + Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA)

Best for

First-time visitors, urban explorers, foodies, shoppers

Best Season

Spring (Mar-May) & Autumn (Sep-Nov)

Avg. Daily Budget

1000 (~$143)

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