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.
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.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
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
Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Evening Huangpu River Cruise & Bund City Lights Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Shanghai Yu Garden Ticket Booking
Top hotels in Downtown Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
This hotel is in a very convenient location. There is a direct metro line going to airport and high speed rail station. The hotel is a half block away from metro station. The staff of the hotel is very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Great hotel and staff. Very central location. Close to attractions.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
Great location, breakfast and other restaurants in hotel are very good. Friendly staff. I definitely recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Conrad Shanghai
Clean room, safe location , convenient location.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund by Nanjing Road
Very convenient location.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Westin Bund Center, Shanghai
Clean rooms service is great location perfect and breakfast is fantastic
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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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.
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.
Hongkou District
Consider a visit to Hongkou Football Stadium 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.
Jing'an
Travellers choose Jing'an for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yanchang Road Station or Circus World Station and check out top sights like Daning Lingshi Park.
Puxi
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Puxi. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Shanghai Changning Tennis Court, and jump on the metro at Jiangsu Road Station or Library Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide
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- Visit Changxing Island
- Chinese Printed Blue Nankeen Exhibition Hall
- Deke Erh Art Centre
- Environmental Theme Park Of Suzhou River Mengqing Garden
- Fuxing Park
- Grand Gateway
- Jade Buddha Temple
- Jin Mao Tower
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- Mercedes Benz Arena
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- Ohel Rachel Synagogue
- Oriental Pearl Tower
- Pacific Digital Plaza
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- Shanghai Changzheng Hospital
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- Visit Jiading District
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- Visit Minhang
- Shanghai Old Street
- Visit Pudong
- Shanghai Qinci Yangdian Taoist Temple
- Shanghai Tower
- Shanghai World Expo Center
- Visit Xuhui
- Visit Yangpu District
- Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park
- Taikang Road
- The Bund
- Tomorrow Square
- West Nanjing Road
- Yu Garden
- Zhapu Road
