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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
Downtown Shanghai Hotel Deals
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Central Hotel Shanghai
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
Conrad Shanghai
Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
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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.
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.
Zhabei
Travelers choose Zhabei for its stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Hanzhong Road Station or Qufu Road Station and check out top sights like Qipu Lu Clothing Market.
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 Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, and catch the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station to see more of the 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 Shopping Centre
- Shanghai Tower
- West Nanjing Road
- Yuyuan Garden
- Shanghai Museum
- Jin Mao Tower
- Shanghai Old Street
- Huai Hai Road Shopping District
- Shanghai International Convention Centre
- Shanghai World Financial Center
- Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park
- Three on the Bund
- Shanghai Municipal History Museum
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- IFC Mall
- People’s Park
- Shanghai City Hall
- Yuyuan Bazaar
- Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
- Museum at Fairmont Peace Hotel
- Lujiazui Central Greenland
- Shanghai Grand Theatre
- Lujiazui Jingting
- City God Temple
- Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal
- Shanghai Stock Exchange
- Fuxing Park
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