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7 Cool Things to do in Shanghai on Your First Visit

Winny Tang
Winny Tang
11 Jun 2019

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Winny Tang
Winny Tang
11 Jun 2019

Things to do in Shanghai –  First time coming to Shanghai? Some people may like to travel to a metropolitan city that has so much to discover, especially if the city has a rich cultural diversity. Shanghai boasts some unique landmarks that are like no other in this world. What are some nice things to do in Shanghai? Let’s figure it out!

Retreat from your busy daily routines at your hometown and travel to Shanghai where you can roam around the busy shopping streets, eat some traditional snacks, and discover new places that you’ve never been before.

7 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Shanghai

Wondering which places you can explore in Shanghai? Read ahead for 7 top-rated tourist attractions in Shanghai that we have summed up for you!

1. The Bund

Keen to explore Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront where you can see nice modern skylines? Come to The Bund, the charm of Shanghai. Best time to go to this place is at night because you can see skyscrapers illuminated in different colors around the waterfront.

7 Fun Things to do in Shanghai_blog_ The Bund

When you visit The Bund, expect that there would be many tourists because it is one of the most popular tourist spots in Shanghai. Enjoy the cruise ride that will take you along the Huang Pu river. The dazzling lights coming from various building will definitely make you amazed. The tickets can be purchased from the booth at the Bund promenade.

2. Nanjing Road

Shop ‘til you drop at Nanjing Road, Shanghai. It is the main shopping street in Shanghai that is about 5.5 km long, that starts at the Bund in the east and ends in the west at the junction of Jing’an Temple and West Yan’an street.

Cool Things to do in Shanghai

Here you can find modern shopping malls, theaters, international hotels mushrooming along the streets. There are countless famous fashion brands, as well as traditional stores and specialty shops. Shopping lovers out there, you won’t realize that you’ve been walking for a few hours there.

Buy some souvenirs for your family and friends here. In some shops, you can actually bargain for the stuff that you want to buy. Happy Shopping!

3. Old City

Old City in Shanghai, also known as “Nanshi” in Chinese is an area where you can feel the atmosphere of old streets, see the local Chinese architecture. The painted pink walls, black roofs, and red poles are in harmony.

Old City

In the Old City, you can also taste fine local snacks! There are many street foods available in the Old City such as dumplings. You can also visit Yu Garden, a famous classical garden located next to Shanghai Old Street.

4. People’s Square

People’s Square is the site of Shanghai’s municipal government headquarters building. It is located at the south of Nanjing Road. The large public square has drawn many tourists, also because of its proximity with the Bund.

Enjoying walking around People’s Square is a way to go because there are many cheap restaurants, street food stalls, parks and museums there. Relax at the lovely parks with the beautiful gardens. Its big open space is a great place to see and interact with locals as well.

5. Tianzifang

Do you like to explore artsy old streets? Go to Tianzifang. It has traditional Chinese architectures with nice designs of housing bars, cafes, craft shops, design studios, galleries and boutiques.

Tianzifang is a hidden gem in the busy Shanghai. Today, it has become a major tourist attraction in Shanghai and home to hundreds of small businesses such as bars, art galleries and French bistros. You can find elegant small handicrafts there, or savor a cup of drink at the open-air cafe.

6. Zhujiajiao 

Want to escape  the bustling city for a while? Head to Zhujiajiao water town, only an hour away from Shanghai. Located in the suburb of Shanghai, Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town with a history of more than 1,700 years.

7 Fun Things to do in Shanghai_blog_Zhujiajiao (a classic water town)

Over there you can discover unique old bridges, small rivers shaded by willow trees, and traditional Chinese houses. The water town is very charming you won’t regret coming there. The best way to explore the town is by walking or taking a paddle boat to enjoy the beautiful landscape of the town.

7. Shanghai Disneyland

In any country you go where there’s Disneyland, it is never a bad idea to visit the theme park. Why? Because it has well-rounded attractions that you can enjoy with your loved ones.

Shanghai Disneyland is made up of the theme park, two hotels and Disney Town entertainment area. It is the newest Disney park in the world to date. Some of the themed attractions include Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Adventure Island, and Treasure Cove.

7 Top Things to do in Shanghai

After you have read places to go in Shanghai, are you eager to pack your bags and travel soon? For first-timer, if you want to search for convenient hotel located at the city center or in other areas of your preference, you can book a hotel room using tiket.com app or website.

Using tiket.com app is simple because you can buy the flight tickets or book for hotel rooms through your smartphone, anywhere, anytime! Besides Shanghai, other city in China such as Beijing also has many historical buildings and attractive tourist spots to explore.

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