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
Yu Garden: A Ming Dynasty escape in Shanghai's heart
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Evening Huangpu River Cruise & Bund City Lights Tour
Shanghai Yu Garden Ticket Booking
Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.
Top hotels in Puxi
Conrad Shanghai
Kind of crowded during breakfast but room was amazing. Perfect location.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Central Hotel Shanghai
Excellent in all aspects
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
staff friendly
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
Great hotel, staff and location Highly recommend
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
JinglaiHotel JinganTempleChangshou Metro
Very satisfied with everything, however their breakfast can be improved
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Blossom House Shanghai On The Bund
Huge breakfast buffet. Really spacioys rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 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.
Xujiahui
The beautiful gardens and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Xujiahui. Check out Xujiahui Shopping District or Pacific Digital Plaza while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Xujiahui Station to get around town.
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.
