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Shanghai Holiday Guide
In Pudong, on the east bank of the Huangpu River, see the modern side of Shanghai, with skyscrapers looking out across Puxi – the historic centre of Shanghai over the river. The grand old buildings lining the Bund appear much the same as they always did, though some of these former banks and consulates now house contemporary art galleries, designer boutiques and fine-dining restaurants. Take it all in on a waterfront walking tour, stopping off at the monumental Peninsula Hotel for afternoon tea in the lobby.
On the Yangtze River Delta on China’s central coast, Shanghai is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. On your Shanghai holiday, take a lift ride up iconic skyscrapers like the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center and the Shanghai Tower with the highest observation deck in the world.
Arrange during your Shanghai holiday a trip to see the lights of the financial district from an evening cruise along the Huangpu River, then wander the famous Nanjing Road’s pedestrianised shopping street, which has big-name brands and local boutiques alongside street performers, open-air bars and a popular yellow sightseeing train.
Visit the former French Concession, the most interesting and atmospheric of Shanghai’s once-colonial districts. Here you’ll find tree-lined boulevards with an eclectic mix of lane houses, villas, craft breweries, hip boutiques and pavement cafes. Duck down narrow side streets full of tiny local stores and eateries selling everything from xialonbaos (a type of Chinese soup dumpling) to electrical goods, green teas and quirky holiday souvenirs.
Popular Shanghai holiday excursions include a trip to one of the nearby water towns such as Zhujiajiao, Qibao or famous Xitang, where Tom Cruise ran the rooftops in Mission Impossible III. A few hours from the city centre, this network of charming ancient villages linked together by the old Imperial canal system offers a more relaxed part of your holiday after Shanghai’s fast-paced vibe.
On your holiday in Shanghai, you’ll enjoy the hustle and bustle during the day, but make sure you take at least one stroll around one of Shanghai’s night markets, stopping for a late-night snack of steaming wantons before heading back to your hotel.
Guide to Exploring Shanghai
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Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai, Pudong
No 2111 Pudong Nan Road, ShanghaiLocated in Lujiazui, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mercedes Benz Arena, Jin Mao Tower, and Lujiazui Central Greenland. Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Ramada Plaza Shanghai Pudong Airport
1100 Qi Hang Road, ShanghaiLocated in Pudong, this hotel is within 20 mi (32 km) of Shanghai Disneyland©, Shanghai WIld Animal Park, and Long Museum. Shanghai New International Expo Centre and Century Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).
Sheraton Grand Shanghai Pudong Hotel & Residences
No 38 Pujian Road, ShanghaiLocated in Lujiazui, this luxury hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mercedes Benz Arena, Jin Mao Tower, and Lujiazui Central Greenland. Oriental Pearl Tower and The Bund are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Hilton Shanghai
No 250 Hua Shan Road, ShanghaiTowering 40 stories above Shanghai’s main business and entertainment centre, the Hilton Shanghai is in the heart of the former French Concession. Jing'an Temple is 0.3 km (0.2 mi) away.
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
505 Jiujiang Road, ShanghaiThis family-friendly Shanghai hotel is located in the business district, within a 10-minute walk of Three on the Bund and The Bund. Nanjing Road Shopping District and Yu Yuan Garden are also within 15 minutes.
Renaissance by Marriott Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel
159 South He Nan Road, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of City God Temple, Yu Yuan Garden, and Old Chinese City. The Bund and Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai, Daning
1928 Gong He Xin Road, ShanghaiLocated in Zhabei, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Shanghai Circus World and Zhabei Park. Shanghai Geological Exhibition Hall and Yichuan Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre
555 Xi Zang Road Middle, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Nanjing Road Shopping District and People's Square. The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland© are also within 25 mi (40 km).
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
The Yangtze Boutique Shanghai
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£555
per person
Hotel Massenet at Sinan Mansions
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£6,445
per person
Paramount Gallery Hotel
4.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£560
per person
Le Royal Meridien Shanghai
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£550
per person
Shanghai Donghu Hotel
4.5 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£547
per person
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai at Pudong
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 18 Dec - Fri, 22 Dec
LON-All Airports - Hongqiao Intl.
£908
per person
Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£608
per person
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
4.5 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£538
per person
Fairmont Peace Hotel
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£661
per person
Dongjiao State Guest Hotel
4.5 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£598
per person
Pudong Shangri-La East Shanghai
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£644
per person
The Puli Hotel And Spa
5.0 out of 5.0Mon, 4 Dec - Thu, 7 Dec
Heathrow - Hongqiao Intl.
£661
per person
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