Day 1: Iconic Shanghai skyline, Pudong exploration, and vibrant night scenes.
morning
1-2 hours
1
The Bund (Day Views)
Iconic skyline views, famous photo spot.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day for clear views. Can get crowded.
late morning
approx 30 minutes (including ride)
2
Sightseeing Train from The Bund
Connects The Bund to Pudong near Oriental Pearl Tower.
Underground train with light show, crosses river.
$7.00
Tips: Unique way to cross the river.
afternoon
2-3 hours
3
Oriental Pearl TV Tower OR Shanghai Tower
Choose one for high panoramic city views.
Pearl Tower: $30-40 (includes meal option in video); Shanghai Tower: $25-30 (entrance)
Tips: Pearl Tower has a glass floor. Shanghai Tower is taller. Visit midday to avoid smog for Pearl Tower; Shanghai Tower sunset can be hazy.
late afternoon
30 mins - 1 hour
4
Mingzhu Roundabout - Elevated Walkway
Futuristic elevated walkway around a busy roundabout.
Free to walk
Tips: Good views of Oriental Pearl Tower. Notice the quietness due to many EVs.
evening
2-3 hours (flexible)
5
Nanjing Road Shopping & The Bund (Night Views)
Vibrant shopping street leading to illuminated Bund.
Free to walk, shopping/food costs vary.
Tips: Bund is very crowded at night. Nanjing Road has many food options.
Day 2: Full day of Disney magic and a satisfying hot pot dinner.
full day
full day
1
Disneyland Shanghai
Disney theme park with unique Shanghai touches.
$50-80 per ticket
Tips: Pirates of the Caribbean ride highly recommended. Characters speak Mandarin.
evening
1.5-2 hours
2
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Interactive and delicious traditional Chinese hot pot.
$10-40 per person
Tips: A must-do food experience, great with friends. Choose your spice level.
Day 3: Cultural temples, city parks, market bargains, and relaxation.
morning
1-2 hours
1
Jingan Temple
Famous Buddhist temple with traditional and modern architecture.
$7 entrance fee
Tips: Observe locals tossing coins into the central burner for luck.
late morning
1-2 hours
2
People's Square Park
Large, well-designed park offering a nature escape in the city.
Free to walk
Tips: See locals exercising, dancing, and enjoying the park.
afternoon
1-2 hours (flexible)
3
Science Museum Chinese Market
Located at the Science Museum subway stop.
Underground market at subway station for souvenirs and 'fake' goods.
Free to walk, item prices vary with bargaining.
Tips: Be prepared to bargain significantly (60-90% off initial prices).
evening
approx 3 hours
4
Shanghai Food Tour
Tour takes you to multiple spots.
Guided tour for local culinary and cultural immersion.
$77 per person
Tips: Highly recommended for an authentic experience. Booked via GetYourGuide.
late evening
1 hour+
5
Chinese Massage
Relaxing and unique traditional Chinese massage experience.
$15-50 per hour
Tips: Great way to unwind after a day of exploring. Some types involve walking on the back.
Day 1: Iconic Shanghai skyline, Pudong exploration, and vibrant night scenes.
morning
1-2 hours
1
The Bund (Day Views)
Iconic skyline views, famous photo spot.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day for clear views. Can get crowded.
late morning
approx 30 minutes (including ride)
2
Sightseeing Train from The Bund
Connects The Bund to Pudong near Oriental Pearl Tower.
Underground train with light show, crosses river.
$7.00
Tips: Unique way to cross the river.
afternoon
2-3 hours
3
Oriental Pearl TV Tower OR Shanghai Tower
Choose one for high panoramic city views.
Pearl Tower: $30-40 (includes meal option in video); Shanghai Tower: $25-30 (entrance)
Tips: Pearl Tower has a glass floor. Shanghai Tower is taller. Visit midday to avoid smog for Pearl Tower; Shanghai Tower sunset can be hazy.
late afternoon
30 mins - 1 hour
4
Mingzhu Roundabout - Elevated Walkway
Futuristic elevated walkway around a busy roundabout.
Free to walk
Tips: Good views of Oriental Pearl Tower. Notice the quietness due to many EVs.
evening
2-3 hours (flexible)
5
Nanjing Road Shopping & The Bund (Night Views)
Vibrant shopping street leading to illuminated Bund.
Free to walk, shopping/food costs vary.
Tips: Bund is very crowded at night. Nanjing Road has many food options.
Day 2: Full day of Disney magic and a satisfying hot pot dinner.
full day
full day
1
Disneyland Shanghai
Disney theme park with unique Shanghai touches.
$50-80 per ticket
Tips: Pirates of the Caribbean ride highly recommended. Characters speak Mandarin.
evening
1.5-2 hours
2
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Interactive and delicious traditional Chinese hot pot.
$10-40 per person
Tips: A must-do food experience, great with friends. Choose your spice level.
Day 3: Cultural temples, city parks, market bargains, and relaxation.
morning
1-2 hours
1
Jingan Temple
Famous Buddhist temple with traditional and modern architecture.
$7 entrance fee
Tips: Observe locals tossing coins into the central burner for luck.
late morning
1-2 hours
2
People's Square Park
Large, well-designed park offering a nature escape in the city.
Free to walk
Tips: See locals exercising, dancing, and enjoying the park.
afternoon
1-2 hours (flexible)
3
Science Museum Chinese Market
Located at the Science Museum subway stop.
Underground market at subway station for souvenirs and 'fake' goods.
Free to walk, item prices vary with bargaining.
Tips: Be prepared to bargain significantly (60-90% off initial prices).
evening
approx 3 hours
4
Shanghai Food Tour
Tour takes you to multiple spots.
Guided tour for local culinary and cultural immersion.
$77 per person
Tips: Highly recommended for an authentic experience. Booked via GetYourGuide.
late evening
1 hour+
5
Chinese Massage
Relaxing and unique traditional Chinese massage experience.
$15-50 per hour
Tips: Great way to unwind after a day of exploring. Some types involve walking on the back.
