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 Shopping 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.
Things to do
MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Huangpu River Evening Cruise Ticket with Dinner
Shanghai: Roaming China Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Downtown Shanghai Hotel Deals
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2025
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund
Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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.
Xintiandi
Xintiandi might not have many top sights, but The Bund and Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The North Bund
While you're in The North Bund, take in top sights like Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal or Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Tilanqiao Station or International Cruise Terminal Station.
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 1933 Old Millfun, and catch the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station to see more of the area.
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