Shanghai

Sights

• The Bund – A riverside promenade with colonial buildings and views of the Pudong skyline.
• Lujiazui and Shanghai Tower – A skyscraper district with one of the world's highest observation decks.
• Yu Garden – A classical Ming-era Chinese garden surrounded by a bazaar.
• Former French Concession – Plane-tree avenues, villas and cafés – ideal for strolling.
• Shanghai Museum – Bronzes, ceramics and calligraphy on People's Square.
• Jing'an Temple – A golden Buddhist temple among high-rises.

Food & nightlife

• Xiaolongbao and shengjianbao – Steamed or crispy pan-fried soup dumplings.
• Hairy crab – The region's great delicacy in autumn.
• Rooftop bars on the Bund – An evening drink overlooking the illuminated skyline.
• Tianzifang – A maze of alleys with small eateries, shops and studios.

Day trips

• Suzhou – Classical gardens (UNESCO World Heritage) and canals, close by fast train.
• Hangzhou – West Lake with its pagodas and the tea fields around Longjing.
• Zhujiajiao – A water town with stone bridges and boats on the city's outskirts.

Good to know

When to go

April–May, October–November

Getting around

A huge metro network; the Maglev runs from Pudong Airport. Almost everything is paid by phone with Alipay or WeChat Pay.

Tipping

Tipping is not customary.

Power

Plug type A/C/I, 220 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Plan your trip to Shanghai together

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