From Lujiazui Financial District, Pudong, visitors can see the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, a symbol of Shanghai. This is an unmistakable tourist attraction. It's also a house that can be taken down whenever you want to put up another one and which has many viewing floors-not to mention glass observation corridors combined with the unique spherical shape of the tower itself, and also a space capsule viewing platform. It even houses the Urban History Museum of Shanghai.
Operating hours: Daily from 09:00 to 21:00.
Recommended playtime: About 2 to 3 hours.
Best visit time: A day with good visibility in spring and autumn.
Additional remarks: Buy your tickets in advance.
Please be aware that strong winds are not unusual on the upper observation deck. Be sure to dress accordingly and put safety first. There are also some attractions, such as the glass-bottomed corridor which cannot be recommended for individuals regardless of phobias.
More than 90% of visitors give the Oriental Pearl TV Tower positive reviews, hailing its views from the upper observation deck, exquisite night lights and the adrenaline-pumping glass walkway. The museum's Urban History Museum takes an in-depth look at old Shanghai.Last year’s elevator queues at peak times, for instance, are a thing of the past but some have also noted the crowds of people in certain places here. It is advisable to avoid times when it is busiest to be on the safe side in order to manage your travel effectively.
Planning your visit to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower just got easier. Our full guide includes everything from highlights of each floor and great photography locations to how best to see it all. We have even put together a full-day schedule including the tower and Huangpu River night cruise, thus offering a complete Shanghai of today (which combines history modernity).
Yes, the tower's observation deck has children's play equipment together with an interactive area. Nevertheless, those high-altitude facilities like the glass-bottomed corridor may not all be suitable for stage 1 or 2 level-of course careful adults.
Of course you can and it is worthwhile. At night, you can see the colorful and beautiful lights in Shanghai. It is not only suitable for normal citizens, but also perfect for photographers and lovers.
Visitors on the tower may at an extra cost enter such features as the space capsule and city museum according to the type of ticket held. We recommend that you examine all your options carefully before taking a ticket or sign up for full access straight away.
Yes, but due to peak hours and holidays queuing to buy tickets is common. It is therefore strongly recommended in order to take a smoother journey that you make your booking online ahead of time.
There are dining areas and catering services on certain levels of the tower, while other parts may not have these services available. Outside food is not allowed to keep the place clean.
