Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide
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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.
Huangpu River Evening Cruise Ticket with Dinner
Evening Huangpu River Cruise & Bund City Lights Tour
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Shanghai Tower (The Top of Shanghai) Ticket Booking
Top hotels in Downtown Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Central Hotel Shanghai
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025
Conrad Shanghai
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Shanghai
Huangpu
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Old Chinese City, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.
Lujiazui
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.
Xintiandi
While Xintiandi isn't home to many top sights, The Bund and Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Zhabei
Consider exploring the stunning river views in Zhabei. If sightseeing is on the list, Qipu Lu Clothing Market is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hanzhong Road Station or Qufu Road Station to see more of the area.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historical 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
Consider a visit to 1933 Old Millfun and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Hongkou District. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station.
- The Bund
- Nanjing Road Shopping District
- People's Square
- Oriental Pearl Tower
- Yu Garden
- Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre
- Yuyuan Garden
- Shanghai Museum
- Jin Mao Tower
- Shanghai Old Street
- Shanghai International Convention Centre
- Shanghai World Financial Center
- Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park
- IFC Mall
- Yuyuan Bazaar
- Fuxing Park