Shanghai’s 15 Must-Do Adventures
Get set to be amazed by one of the globe’s most vibrant cities? Shanghai is teeming with mythic landscapes and bustling corners that are just begging to be explored. Join us as we go on an unforgettable expedition – these are the must-see attractions you won’t want to miss out on in China’s enchanting city.
The Bund: Legendary Waterfront Treasure
Even your “Welcome to Shanghai” holiday is not complete without promenading along the Bund. This classic water-front prom has an amazing contrast of old Gothic, Baroque, Gothic-Style architecture on one side, and contemporary towering office buildings on the other, across the water, on the Pudong side. There are good photo opportunities for day as well as evening strolling, and vibrant city life all around the district.
Yu Garden: Classical Beauty Lanes of Living Space
Behind stately gates of the Old City, calm ponds, zigzag bridges, blooming landscaping, and breathtaking pavilions are ahead of you at Yu Garden. It has history reaching back as far as the Ming Dynasty, but Yu Garden invites you into China’s glorious past — amidst one of the globe’s largest metropolitan areas.
Shanghai Tower: A View to Remember
Stand above the crowd, Shanghai Tower is the world’s second-tall building, 632 meters, as its corkscrew design houses the highest publicly accessible observation deck in the world, where panoramic views of the city go as far as your eye can behold. Don’t forget your camera.
Nanjing Road: Shopper’s Paradise
A shopaholic, foodie, or people watcher must-visit. It is 5.5 km long and features enormous brand store outlets, chain store outlets, food stalls, and vibrant street murals. It is lined up under neon lights and vibrant crowds nightly.
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town: Venice of the East
Right outside town, Zhujiajiao won us over with serene canals, stone-arched stonework bridges, and classic white-washed cottages. Ramble along its alleys of romance, sail up an old wood boat, and taste savory native morsels — what better day out than to reminisce about old water town days?
Shanghai Disneyland: Fun for Every Age Group
Not just for kids—but Asia’s largest Disney-themed park! Dash your way out of the globe’s only “Zootopia: Hot Pursuit” coaster—the first of its kind anywhere—to escape pesky sloth officials and pesky gangs of weasels. Step into seven themed environments, get your adrenaline going on rides such as the Tron Lightcycle Power Run or the Pirates of the Caribbean, and witness the magnificent nightly fireworks under the world’s highest storybook castle.
The Oriental Pearl Tower: Future Entertainment Complexes
Stroking 468 meters, Oriental Pearl Tower is easily recognizable due to its striking design together with pink globes. Go to the viewing decks by high-speed lift for views around the city as well as over the river, as well as for adrenalin fiends, take the glass-floor patio.
Jing’an Temple: Peace and Gold of the City
Against the city skyline of office buildings, Jing’an Temple is the dramatic contrast. Bask in its golden roofs, its stately woodwork, its marvelous Buddhist relics. It is the serene haven of city streets, an instant photo backcloth teeming with vibrant tradition.
Tianzifang: Quirky Lanes and Artistic Energy
This maze of snappy alleys in French Concession was a place of local people living in of the past. Nowadays Tianzifang is overfilled with artsy-craftsy boutiques, comfy cafes as well as mini galleries. Spend a nice afternoon sightseeing, buying handcrafted souvenirs and finding artistic street art.
Lujiazui Skyline: Skyscraper Central
Shanghai’s financial heart is a vertical cityscape of architectural marvels. You can look out at the sweeping profile of the Shanghai Tower, the bottle-shaped profile of the Shanghai World Financial Center, and the elegant Jin Mao Tower all at once. City nights are absolute magic anywhere.
