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.
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.
Oriental Pearl Tower
This towering symbol of Shanghai’s modern renaissance offers history lessons, fine dining and stunning city views.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
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
Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Evening Huangpu River Cruise & Bund City Lights Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Shanghai Yu Garden Ticket Booking
Downtown Shanghai Hotel Deals
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Beautiful Classic Hotel, Great Location This hotel is stunning and classic without being over the top. The rooms are elegant and comfortable, with a timeless style. Location is perfect — right in the center, walking distance to shops and restaurants. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great stay overall, ...
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Conrad Shanghai
Shop nearby
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund by Nanjing Road
HI We stayed 4 nights. Hotel area is under heavy construction for a while. It's quite at night. Also if you are using Didi or taxi the car has to use side entrance which can be pain for the driver to find. The Hotel is 8 min short walk to Yu Yuan Garden and just across line 10 metro too. Both a ...
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
Good location being near to the main shopping belt of Nanjing East. Convenient to take various train services at the People’s Park station nearby. Hotel services and cleanliness are of the Marriott standards.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Hotel was decent, nothing special. Breakfast was ok - not fresh for sure. I was there for 1 week and it was the same everyday, I could tell it wasn't fresh. Only fresh thing was the guy making egg omelette. Surprisingly hardly anybody at the hotel spoke English. Very difficult to communicate, I didn't ...
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Mandarin Oriental hotels always set a high standard and this Shanghai property was excellent. Staff were amazing and so polite and helpful. I stayed in a club room and this was spacious and well appointed. Only one draw back was the lack of English TV channels. The complementary toiletries were a ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
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.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historic sites, art galleries, and shopping highlight some notable features of Huaihai Road Commercial Area. Make a stop by Huai Hai Road Shopping District or Fuxing Park 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 Qipu Lu Clothing Market, and catch the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station to see more of the area.
Jing'an
Ancient Jing'an Temple and bustling West Nanjing Road offer a mix of history and premier shopping, while Daning Lingshi Park provides a green oasis. Easily explore with nine metro lines available.
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