Downtown Shanghai
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Popular places to visit
The Bund
Despite years of war and revolution, the soul and skyline of one of the world’s great waterfront boulevards has risen to even greater heights.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Oriental Pearl Tower
This towering symbol of Shanghai’s modern renaissance offers history lessons, fine dining and stunning city views.
Yu Garden
Step through the gate of Shanghai’s premier classical gardens and into a tranquil world of bamboo groves, koi-filled ponds and Ming Dynasty pavilions.
Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre
One of the city’s first urban renewal projects preserves a historic neighborhood, while serving up some of Shanghai's best dinning, entertainment and shopping.
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Shanghai
Huangpu
Central Shanghai's bustling hub, Huangpu District boasts popular shopping areas like Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, and Xintiandi. Explore key attractions such as The Bund, Old City God Temple, and leafy streets lined with cafes, high-end retail, and historical houses.
Lujiazui
Travelers choose Lujiazui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Tower.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historic sites, art galleries, and shopping highlight some notable features of Huaihai Road Commercial Area. Make a stop by Fuxing Park or Huai Hai Road Shopping District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at South Shaanxi Road Station or Dapuqiao Road Station to get around town.
Hongkou District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongkou District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongkou Football Stadium, and catch the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station to see more of the area.
Yangpu District
The museums and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Yangpu District. Huangpu River and Oriental Fisherman's Wharf are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Pingliang Road Station or Jiangpu Park Station to get around the larger area.
Changning
The cafes and parks are just a few things visitors like about Changning. Zhongshan Park and Cloud Nine Plaza are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songhong Road Station or Jiangsu Road Station to get around the larger area.
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- Other vacations you might like
- The Bund
- Nanjing Road Shopping District
- People's Square
- Oriental Pearl Tower
- Yu Garden
- Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre
- Shanghai Tower
- West Nanjing Road
- Shanghai Museum
- Yuyuan Garden
- Jin Mao Tower
- Huai Hai Road Shopping District
- Shanghai Old Street
- Shanghai World Financial Center
- IFC Mall
- Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- Yuyuan Bazaar
- People’s Park
- Three on the Bund
- Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal
- Lujiazui Central Greenland
- Brilliance Shimao International Plaza
- Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
- Shanghai City Hall
- Shanghai Grand Theatre
- Shanghai Stock Exchange