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.

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.

Jing'an Temple
This centuries-old, downtown Shanghai temple is home to the largest pure jade statue of Buddha Sakyamuni in mainland China.
Things to do

Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions

Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour

Shanghai: Yu Garden Ticket+Lantern Festival Entry combo

Evening Huangpu River Cruise & Bund City Lights Tour

Shanghai Natural History Museum Admission Ticket

Shanghai Yu Garden Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Puxi

Conrad Shanghai
Lovely room easy check in, top location and Byredo amenities brilliant
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

JinglaiHotel JinganTempleChangshou Metro
No comment
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Central Hotel Shanghai
Will be back in this hotel and will advertise to my traveling friends
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
We enjoy the sauna and steam room in the female's spa room. Would've been better if they have jacuzzi too, but only available in the men's.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
The hotel and rooms are great! Lounge is amazing if you need time to relax and have quiet time with amazing food and drinks and nice city views. Isabel or Elizabeth at front desk was extremely kind. Overall nice stay for the price and good accessibility.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Blossom House Shanghai On The Bund
Absolutely fantastic 5 night stay at the hotel. Room is spacious and clean, staff are attentive and friendly, hotel amenities are high tech and advanced.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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.

Putuo
You might enjoy the shopping while in Putuo. Global Harbor Mall is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tongchuan Road Station or Meiling North Road Station to see more of the city.

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.

Downtown Shanghai
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.
