Day 1: Exploring the historic Puxi side, iconic skyline views, and river activities.
not mentioned
Sunny with some clouds
morning
1-2 hours
1
Jing'an Temple
Located in the Jing'an district
Ancient temple with gold roofs surrounded by modern skyscrapers.
$7
Tips: Watch out for coins being tossed into the central burner for good luck.
late morning
1 hour
2
People's Square Park
Central location, easily accessible
Spacious park in the city center offering a nature break.
Free to walk
Tips: Great for people watching; locals exercise and dance here.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Nanjing Road Shopping
Walk east from People's Square
Famous pedestrian shopping street leading towards the Bund.
Free to walk
Tips: Mix of Western brands and local shops; very busy.
Food Recommendations:
- Street Food
late afternoon
1-2 hours
4
The Bund
Located at the end of Nanjing Road
Waterfront promenade with colonial architecture and skyline views.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day and return at night for the lights.
evening
1-2 hours
5
River Cruise
Depart from Bund ferry terminals
Boat ride on the Huangpu River to see illuminated skyline.
$50-150
Tips: Dinner cruises are available; best views are at night.
Day 2: Crossing to Pudong to experience futuristic skyscrapers and heights.
not mentioned
Sunny
morning
30 minutes
1
Sightseeing Tunnel
Connects Puxi and Pudong under the river
Underground train connecting the Bund to Pudong with light shows.
$7.00
Tips: You can buy combo tickets for the tunnel and Pearl Tower here.
late morning
30 minutes
2
Mingzhu Roundabout Elevated Walkway
Located in Lujiazui, Pudong
Futuristic circular pedestrian bridge surrounded by skyscrapers.
Free to walk
Tips: Surprisingly quiet due to the prevalence of electric vehicles.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Short walk from the tunnel exit
Iconic pinkish-purple tower with a glass-bottom observation deck.
$30-40
Tips: Features a transparent glass floor; visit during the day for clearer views.
late afternoon
1-2 hours
4
Science Museum Chinese Market
Inside Science & Technology Museum stop
Underground market inside the subway station selling various goods.
Free to walk
Tips: Heavily bargain (60-90% off asking price); sells souvenirs and replicas.
sunset
2 hours
5
Shanghai Tower
Lujiazui area
Tallest building in China (632m) with an observation deck.
$25-30
Tips: Visit at sunset; check out the massive tuned mass damper at the top.
evening
2 hours
6
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Various locations
Interactive dining experience cooking meat and veg in spicy broth.
$10-40/person
Tips: Great social activity; spicy broth can be very hot.
Food Recommendations:
- Sliced Beef
- Spicy Broth
- Vegetables
- Fried Dough
Day 3: Cultural immersion through food and relaxation.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
3-4 hours
1
Food Tour
Walking tour
Guided tour tasting local dishes and exploring authentic streets.
$77
Tips: Book via GetYourGuide; great way to see real local life.
Food Recommendations:
- Scallion Pancake
- Noodles
- Dumplings
- Peking Duck
evening
1 hour
2
Chinese Massage
Various locations
Traditional massage often involving walking on the back.
$15-50/hour
Tips: Very reasonably priced; includes foot washing and back walking.
Day 4: Full day of entertainment at Shanghai Disney Resort.
not mentioned
Sunny
all day
Full day
1
Shanghai Disneyland
Located in Pudong, far from center
Disney theme park with unique rides like TRON and Pirates.
$50-80/ticket
Tips: Don't miss the Pirates of the Caribbean ride (VR blend) and TRON coaster.
Food Recommendations:
- Turkey Leg
Day 5: Excursion to the outskirts to see the replica Paris.
not mentioned
Overcast
afternoon
2-3 hours
1
Paris of China (Tianducheng)
1.5 hours by taxi or 2 hours by subway from center
A replica of Paris featuring a large Eiffel Tower.
Free to walk
Tips: A bit of a ghost town vibe; good for unique photos.
Food Recommendations:
- Street Food
Day 1: Exploring the historic Puxi side, iconic skyline views, and river activities.
not mentioned
Sunny with some clouds
morning
1-2 hours
1
Jing'an Temple
Located in the Jing'an district
Ancient temple with gold roofs surrounded by modern skyscrapers.
$7
Tips: Watch out for coins being tossed into the central burner for good luck.
late morning
1 hour
2
People's Square Park
Central location, easily accessible
Spacious park in the city center offering a nature break.
Free to walk
Tips: Great for people watching; locals exercise and dance here.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Nanjing Road Shopping
Walk east from People's Square
Famous pedestrian shopping street leading towards the Bund.
Free to walk
Tips: Mix of Western brands and local shops; very busy.
Food Recommendations:
- Street Food
late afternoon
1-2 hours
4
The Bund
Located at the end of Nanjing Road
Waterfront promenade with colonial architecture and skyline views.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day and return at night for the lights.
evening
1-2 hours
5
River Cruise
Depart from Bund ferry terminals
Boat ride on the Huangpu River to see illuminated skyline.
$50-150
Tips: Dinner cruises are available; best views are at night.
Day 2: Crossing to Pudong to experience futuristic skyscrapers and heights.
not mentioned
Sunny
morning
30 minutes
1
Sightseeing Tunnel
Connects Puxi and Pudong under the river
Underground train connecting the Bund to Pudong with light shows.
$7.00
Tips: You can buy combo tickets for the tunnel and Pearl Tower here.
late morning
30 minutes
2
Mingzhu Roundabout Elevated Walkway
Located in Lujiazui, Pudong
Futuristic circular pedestrian bridge surrounded by skyscrapers.
Free to walk
Tips: Surprisingly quiet due to the prevalence of electric vehicles.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Short walk from the tunnel exit
Iconic pinkish-purple tower with a glass-bottom observation deck.
$30-40
Tips: Features a transparent glass floor; visit during the day for clearer views.
late afternoon
1-2 hours
4
Science Museum Chinese Market
Inside Science & Technology Museum stop
Underground market inside the subway station selling various goods.
Free to walk
Tips: Heavily bargain (60-90% off asking price); sells souvenirs and replicas.
sunset
2 hours
5
Shanghai Tower
Lujiazui area
Tallest building in China (632m) with an observation deck.
$25-30
Tips: Visit at sunset; check out the massive tuned mass damper at the top.
evening
2 hours
6
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Various locations
Interactive dining experience cooking meat and veg in spicy broth.
$10-40/person
Tips: Great social activity; spicy broth can be very hot.
Food Recommendations:
- Sliced Beef
- Spicy Broth
- Vegetables
- Fried Dough
Day 3: Cultural immersion through food and relaxation.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
3-4 hours
1
Food Tour
Walking tour
Guided tour tasting local dishes and exploring authentic streets.
$77
Tips: Book via GetYourGuide; great way to see real local life.
Food Recommendations:
- Scallion Pancake
- Noodles
- Dumplings
- Peking Duck
evening
1 hour
2
Chinese Massage
Various locations
Traditional massage often involving walking on the back.
$15-50/hour
Tips: Very reasonably priced; includes foot washing and back walking.
Day 4: Full day of entertainment at Shanghai Disney Resort.
not mentioned
Sunny
all day
Full day
1
Shanghai Disneyland
Located in Pudong, far from center
Disney theme park with unique rides like TRON and Pirates.
$50-80/ticket
Tips: Don't miss the Pirates of the Caribbean ride (VR blend) and TRON coaster.
Food Recommendations:
- Turkey Leg
Day 5: Excursion to the outskirts to see the replica Paris.
not mentioned
Overcast
afternoon
2-3 hours
1
Paris of China (Tianducheng)
1.5 hours by taxi or 2 hours by subway from center
A replica of Paris featuring a large Eiffel Tower.
Free to walk
Tips: A bit of a ghost town vibe; good for unique photos.
Food Recommendations:
- Street Food
