Title: Thames Town Travel Guide: Best of Thames Town, Shanghai Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Thames Town](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-Town-Shanghai-Hotels.0-n6256120-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Shanghai](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Shanghai.d180026.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Shanghai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Shanghai.d180026.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Thames Town Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Thames-Town.d6256120.Car-Hire-Guide)[Thames Town Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-Town.d6256120.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Thames Town Travel Guide ## Shanghai ## Visit Thames Town Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Shanghai travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai.dx180026) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Miner's beach and Miner's Castle on Lake Superior. Using the Roam Inn in Munising, MI as your home base, kayak to Grand Island, hike through the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and eat at Johnny Dogs. #upperpeninsula #lifeatexpedia](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(11 reviews) Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Disneyland-Pudong.d553248621593965835.Attraction) ![The Bund showing flowers and a city](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(96 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.co.uk/The-Bund-Downtown-Shanghai.d508105.Attraction) ![Nanjing Road Shopping District which includes street scenes, central business district and signage](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(89 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.co.uk/Nanjing-Road-Shopping-District-Downtown-Shanghai.d6125694.Attraction) ![People\'s Square which includes flowers and a park](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(60 reviews) To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Peoples-Square-Downtown-Shanghai.d508107.Attraction) ![Oriental Pearl Tower which includes modern architecture, a skyscraper and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502785/5979e8ea-141e-4ca1-9c71-194548aa09e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oriental Pearl Tower 4.5/5(60 reviews) This towering symbol of Shanghai’s modern renaissance offers history lessons, fine dining and stunning city views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oriental-Pearl-Tower-Downtown-Shanghai.d502785.Attraction) ![Yu Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502768/b1e4c77e-a6ef-4275-94b8-e3e905d76e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yu Garden 4.5/5(60 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yu-Garden-Downtown-Shanghai.d502768.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47195959/3fc2a753-318e-4350-b11d-6275320444bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shanghai-hop-on-hop-off-bus-ticket-and-optional-attractions.a47195959.activity-details) ![No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge Shanghai Pudong PVG](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/553883/3f61d0c5-5106-445a-849a-5bfe3db7f4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/no77-china-eastern-plaza-premium-lounge-at-shanghai-pudong-airport-pvg.a553883.activity-details) ![Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49664924/3ef2516e-7f6c-4279-af10-9f3c5744f357.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shanghai Natural History Museum Admission Ticket £8 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shanghai-natural-history-museum-admission-ticket.a49664924.activity-details) ![Shanghai Yu Garden Ticket Booking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2333740/1de14ff3-bc3e-48b5-aaca-c52119bb087f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shanghai Yu Garden Admission Ticket £9 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shanghai-yu-garden-admission-ticket.a2333740.activity-details) ![Shanghai Airport Same Day Luggage Services](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/566163/57226b62-c482-4db7-a301-2a1b486b4ad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shanghai Airport Same Day Luggage Services (1 Traveler 1 Bag) £25 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shanghai-airport-same-day-luggage-services-1-traveler-1-bag.a566163.activity-details) ![Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49318983/b234493e-0347-484f-b602-a4f202819a28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket. £47 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/take-bullet-train-to-visit-badaling-great-wall-with-guide-ticket.a49318983.activity-details) [See all activities in Shanghai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Shanghai.d180026.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Thames Town ![Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3700000/3697600/3697559/69ad3cf5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao No.1116 Hong Song East Road Shanghai Shanghai £59 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) All good Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=3697559&PinnedHotelID=3697559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6256120) ![Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775000/1774984/168f1f36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park No. 1018 Changning Road Shanghai Shanghai £74 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Bund and Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (836 reviews) Nice - wish complimentary airport pickup may be provided at SHA airport for guests staying more than one night. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=1774984&PinnedHotelID=1774984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6256120) ![Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17850000/17844100/17844059/7730d713_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao No. 333 Shenhong Road, Minhang Shanghai £59 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Hongqiao Tiandi and Shanghai Zoo are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (331 reviews) Room is fine. Check in was slow. The person at check in told me they could not exchange foreight currency from USD to RMB and suggested I go to the bank acound the corner. I made the same request to another staff member the next morning and he met my request without problem Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=17844059&PinnedHotelID=17844059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6256120) ![Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14300/14262/d905121a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai 2099 Yan An Xi Road Shanghai Shanghai £47 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Bund and Xintiandi Style Shopping ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (593 reviews) Not confortable bed !! Old !! Far away from downtown !! Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=14262&PinnedHotelID=14262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6256120) ![Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19440000/19436200/19436165/187606b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD 9 Shenhong Road, Hongqiao CBD Shanghai Shanghai £54 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (601 reviews) Very good hotel, better than my expectations Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=19436165&PinnedHotelID=19436165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6256120) ![Artyzen Habitat Hongqiao Shanghai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28900000/28894900/28894845/2cf37bb4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Artyzen Habitat Hongqiao Shanghai No. 3999-5, Hongxin Road Shanghai Shanghai £52 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_6256120) ## Check Thames Town hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6256120&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town ![High angle view of bridges across a river, Huangpu river, Shanghai, China](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532761572/8cd74c30-ae89-43d5-bc4f-974d46eed1c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Songjiang District The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Sheshan Hill and Shanghai Sculpture Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Songjiang-District.dx6047820) ![Water Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/7263249f-8095-45b8-8680-cc2de8bc441a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Qingpu District 4/5(4 area reviews) Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Qingpu-District.dx6049032) ![Water Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/7263249f-8095-45b8-8680-cc2de8bc441a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zhujiajiao Well liked for its cafes and gardens, Zhujiajiao is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Zhujiajiao Chenghuangmiao Temple and Fangsheng Bridge, and jump on the metro at Zhujiajiao Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Zhujiajiao.dx6158698) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xinzhuang Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Xinzhuang is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Xincheng Central Park and Xinzhuang Park, and jump on the metro at Xinzhuang Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Xinzhuang.dx6049043) ![Love the history of this old town! Quaint alleys filled with musicians, tea shops, coffee shops, handmade wood items, boat rides, cafes....just a great place to indulge in culture! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3145/e572b0f0-677f-495d-83bb-171edfa154e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Minhang 4.5/5(5 area reviews) Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qi Zhong Stadium and Qibao Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shanghai-Minhang.dx6049040) ![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.co.uk/Shanghai-Hongqiao.dx6158579) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Thames Town Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app