Puxi Travel Guide
Shanghai
Popular places to visit
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
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.
Former French Concession
Wealthy European families created an art deco oasis in Shanghai's heart. The area is now full of modern boutiques, galleries and restaurants.
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.
Jing'an Temple
This centuries-old, downtown Shanghai temple is home to the largest pure jade statue of Buddha Sakyamuni in mainland China.
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.
Things to do
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus Hop On Hop Off City Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Shanghai a day tour with tickets in Spanish CHINA PRETTY
Shanghai Circus World Era Acrobatics Show Ticket
Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.
Top hotels in Puxi
Conrad Shanghai
Camille, Lily and Quain G are lovely. They are helpful. The room is clean and I love the scent of their shampoo.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Great hotel, great gym and pool, great location. Lobby cafe staff could do with some training, as their service was poor. Overall, good place to stay.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Staff friendly, good location
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Central Hotel Shanghai
Close to the walking area, clean, room were super bed and comfy. You do have to pay for the laundry services.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Location, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
Great location, connected to a mall
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Puxi
Changning
Get to know Changning and its many features like its cafes and parks. You might want to explore sights like Zhongshan Park and Longemont Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Jiangsu Road Station or Zhongshan Park Station to get around the city.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historical 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.
Xuhui
Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.
Xintiandi
While Xintiandi isn't home to many top sights, Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre and Fuxing Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Huangpu
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like Old Chinese City and Yuyuan Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Shanghai
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like Three on the Bund and Huxinting Tea House, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city.
