Title: Visit East China: Best of East China Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# East China

## Travel Guide

![East China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/34129bcd-2473-4c42-aa30-f5c1e7af53ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![East China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047668/047bf01e-4164-4ccf-a8aa-281fb390b4d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![East China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2132574/8c77ede5-a220-4640-b38f-24ee9d347644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![East China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981701294/c1bf2acb-04d1-4478-8647-4285d860b042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![East China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/75e8fe3f-0967-4d15-a60f-ff60aa3ba476.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit East China

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in East China

![Downtown Shanghai](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049919/23f4e6a8-6d76-481c-85c3-ad4005b5a705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Downtown Shanghai

4.5/5(65 area reviews)

 Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Three on the Bund, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Downtown-Shanghai.dx6154041)

![Jing'an](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502782/7d9f20ea-61d4-4ed5-a943-e680f8aa0430.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Jing'an

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Jingan.dx6049074)

![Huangpu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502776/7eb0666f-5d1f-4ff5-b7e1-b6de96351252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Huangpu

4.5/5(583 area reviews)

 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Huangpu.dx6049069)

![St. Ignatius Cathedral, also called Xujiahui Cathedral, a Neo-Gothic cathedral, located in Xujiahui district, Shanghai, The church is overlooking a nice ornamental garden.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049084/9a901c74-9f0c-4631-8117-d9a963aaaafa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Xuhui

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

 Discover a bustling financial center and shopping haven with malls like Grand Gateway Shanghai and Pacific Sogo. Explore St. Ignatius Cathedral, Xujiahui Observatory, and French-style districts, all easily accessible via seven metro lines. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Xuhui.dx6049084)

![Lujiazui](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130137/d355b23e-addc-4d1b-8df2-15dea4d944f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Lujiazui.dx6130137)

![Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158579/760ae0a7-a380-4ddf-a811-1b563017ad7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Hongqiao

 Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Hongqiao.dx6158579)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/East-China.dx6210131.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods)

- East China Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in East China

![Shangri-La Qingdao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/68900/68869/d0e5d68f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Shangri-La Qingdao

9 Xiang Gang Zhong Road Qingdao Shandong

$80 nightly

$84 total

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (676 reviews)

The hotel were very accommodating and very helpful . The staff was great and easy to work with even though i didn't speak the chinese language.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=68869&PinnedHotelID=68869&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6210131)

![Somerset Swan Lake Hefei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18620000/18611700/18611645/d296d4a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

No 888 Qianshan Road Hefei AnHui

$62 nightly

$66 total

Apr 3 - Apr 4

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Hefei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Anhui Museum and Hefei ...

7.8/10 Good! (17 reviews)

I'm a picky person but this place was so good!

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

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![Pan Pacific Suzhou](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/44400/44308/86c6a002_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Pan Pacific Suzhou

259 Xin Shi Road Suzhou Jiangsu

$64 nightly

$68 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Panmen Scenic Area and Pan Gate are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (488 reviews)

The concierge was very friendly and helpful, housekeeping staff did a excellent job cleaning our room, the breakfast buffet was an excellent value, overall I would highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=44308&PinnedHotelID=44308&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=6210131)

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

![Somerset Swan Lake Hefei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18620000/18611700/18611645/d296d4a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

No 888 Qianshan Road Hefei AnHui

Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Hefei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Anhui Museum and Hefei ...

7.8/10 Good! (17 reviews)

I'm a picky person but this place was so good!

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

[](https://expedia.com/Hefei-Hotels-Somerset-Swan-Lake-Hefei.h18611645.Hotel-Information)

![The International Trade City, Yiwu - Marriott Executive Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26702800/26702722/58f667a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The International Trade City, Yiwu - Marriott Executive Apartments

188 Futian Road Jinhua Zhejiang

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Jinhua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Yiwu Futian Wetland Park and Yiwu Museum ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (109 reviews)

Breakfast was ok, pretty standard. Room was clean and spacious with a nice bathroom.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Jinhua-Hotels-The-International-Trade-City.h26702722.Hotel-Information)

![Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111410000/111409300/111409215/c1a16bab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

No. 6 Huayun Road, Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Xuanwu Lake Park and ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

Great location with direct access to subway. Clean room with friendly service

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Nanjing-Hotels-Ascott-Xuanwu-Lake-Nanjing.h111409215.Hotel-Information)

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

## Check East China hotel availability

[Tonight

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[Tomorrow night

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[Next weekend

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### Popular places to visit

![Shanghai Disneyland©](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/8b1e3e53-af64-4cb1-8cd2-a657ea213b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Shanghai Disneyland©

4.5/5(77 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day at Shanghai Disneyland© and find out why this is a popular theme park in Shanghai. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Disneyland-Pudong.d553248621593965835.Vacation-Attraction)

![The Bund](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508105/574d92e2-e6eb-4517-bf40-6f1b033a3186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Bund

4.5/5(643 reviews)

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.

[](https://expedia.com/The-Bund-Downtown-Shanghai.d508105.Vacation-Attraction)

![West Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141424/04ea5027-4c7f-484c-bc08-fcdebbf6788a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### West Lake

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.

[](https://expedia.com/West-Lake-Xihu.d6141424.Vacation-Attraction)

![People's Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508107/72f12996-9c28-4562-879c-cb353a7abf55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### People's Square

4.5/5(364 reviews)

To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.

[](https://expedia.com/Peoples-Square-Downtown-Shanghai.d508107.Vacation-Attraction)

![Nanjing Road Shopping District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125694/a7f94c00-f6a2-4bd7-92b6-7c76318d8c7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Nanjing Road Shopping District

4.5/5(449 reviews)

Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.

[](https://expedia.com/Nanjing-Road-Shopping-District-Downtown-Shanghai.d6125694.Vacation-Attraction)

![Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049919/23f4e6a8-6d76-481c-85c3-ad4005b5a705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre

4.5/5(248 reviews)

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.

[](https://expedia.com/Xintiandi-Style-Shopping-Centre-Downtown-Shanghai.d6049919.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Guangzhou Customized Private Tour Guide with Car Service](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49610387/3b9a0ae2-2e32-4f06-9317-79f8d8d95f86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Guangzhou Customized Private Tour Guide with Car Service

$255

per traveler

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guangzhou-customized-private-tour-guide-with-car-service.a49610387.activity-details)

![8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49991248/c43f75ba-7215-41f7-8d1d-d4c2d6b54924.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation

$2,663

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/8-day-silk-road-trip-of-dunhuang-jiayuguan-with-accommodation.a49991248.activity-details)

![Pearl River Night Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1311359/3e6a5ca0-58b4-4735-9fa6-a821b1b9df69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer

$89

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/pearl-river-night-cruise-in-guangzhou-with-private-transfer.a1311359.activity-details)

[See all activities in East China](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-East-China.d6210131.Travel-Guide-Activities)

- Places of interest

- [Shanghai Disneyland© ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Disneyland-Pudong.d553248621593965835.Vacation-Attraction)
- [The Bund ](https://expedia.com/The-Bund-Downtown-Shanghai.d508105.Vacation-Attraction)
- [West Lake ](https://expedia.com/West-Lake-Xihu.d6141424.Vacation-Attraction)
- [People's Square ](https://expedia.com/Peoples-Square-Downtown-Shanghai.d508107.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Nanjing Road Shopping District ](https://expedia.com/Nanjing-Road-Shopping-District-Downtown-Shanghai.d6125694.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.com/Xintiandi-Style-Shopping-Centre-Downtown-Shanghai.d6049919.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Former French Concession ](https://expedia.com/Former-French-Concession-Puxi.d6049917.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai New International Expo Centre ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-New-International-Expo-Centre-Pudong.d6125696.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yu Garden ](https://expedia.com/Yu-Garden-Downtown-Shanghai.d502768.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Oriental Pearl Tower ](https://expedia.com/Oriental-Pearl-Tower-Downtown-Shanghai.d502785.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jing'an Temple ](https://expedia.com/Jingan-Temple-Jingan.d502782.Vacation-Attraction)
- [National Exhibition and Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/National-Exhibition-And-Convention-Center-Qingpu-District.d553248621566122715.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai Tower ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Tower-Downtown-Shanghai.d553248621526920282.Vacation-Attraction)
- [West Nanjing Road ](https://expedia.com/West-Nanjing-Road-Puxi.d553248633998393983.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yiwu International Trade City ](https://expedia.com/Yiwu-International-Trade-City-Jinhua.d553248621563235112.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai Centre ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Centre-Jingan.d6158928.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Zhongshan Park ](https://expedia.com/Zhongshan-Park-Changning.d6160138.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai International Circuit ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-International-Circuit-Jiading-District.d6150250.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jinji Lake ](https://expedia.com/Jinji-Lake-Suzhou-Industrial-Park.d6150381.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Temple of Confucius ](https://expedia.com/Temple-Of-Confucius-Qinhuai-Qu.d6100728.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai World Expo Center ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-World-Expo-Center-Pudong.d553248621563235357.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Xujiahui Shopping District ](https://expedia.com/Xujiahui-Shopping-District-Xuhui.d6126110.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Yuyuan Garden ](https://expedia.com/Yuyuan-Garden-Downtown-Shanghai.d553248621526920277.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shanghai Exhibition Center ](https://expedia.com/Shanghai-Exhibition-Center-Jingan.d502771.Vacation-Attraction)
- [MixC Shopping Mall ](https://expedia.com/MixC-Shopping-Mall-Shinan-District.d553248622625995942.Vacation-Attraction)
- [May Fourth Square ](https://expedia.com/May-Fourth-Square-Qingdao-City-Center.d6100672.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shantang Street ](https://expedia.com/Shantang-Street-Gusu-District.d6249480.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Huangshan Mountains ](https://expedia.com/Huangshan-Mountains-Huangshan.d6095746.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Humble Administrator's Garden ](https://expedia.com/Humble-Administrators-Garden-Suzhou-Old-Town.d6100736.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Xixi National Wetland Park ](https://expedia.com/Xixi-National-Wetland-Park-Xihu.d6150574.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mount Putuo ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Putuo-Putuo.d6098282.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Suzhou Museum ](https://expedia.com/Suzhou-Museum-Suzhou-Old-Town.d6100738.Vacation-Attraction)