Day 1: Explore the heart of Shanghai, from historic parks to the iconic skyline.
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morning
1-2 hours
1
People's Square Park
Central location, easily accessible by metro
Spacious park in the city center offering a nature escape.
Free to walk
Tips: Great for people watching; locals often dance and exercise here.
morning
2 hours
2
Nanjing Road Shopping
Walk from People's Square
Famous shopping street leading directly to the Bund.
Free to walk
Tips: Mix of Western brands and local calligraphy; great for street food.
Food Recommendations:
- Exotic Skewers
afternoon
1-2 hours
3
The Bund
Located at the end of Nanjing Road
Iconic waterfront area with 360-degree city views.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day for skyline views and night for lights.
afternoon
30 minutes
4
Sightseeing Train from The Bund
Takes you from Puxi to Pudong under the river
Underground train tunnel with light shows crossing the river.
$7.00
Tips: More exciting than a taxi or ferry; connects to Pearl Tower.
late afternoon
2 hours
5
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Located at the exit of the sightseeing tunnel
Iconic spaceship-like tower with glass floor observation deck.
$30-40
Tips: Features a see-through glass floor; visit during day to avoid smog.
Day 2: Experience modern skyscrapers, ancient temples, and local markets.
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morning
1 hour
1
Mingzhu Roundabout Elevated Walkway
Located in Lujiazui financial district
Futuristic circular pedestrian bridge with skyscraper views.
Free to walk
Tips: Surprisingly quiet due to electric vehicles; great photo op.
morning
2 hours
2
Shanghai Tower
Short walk from Mingzhu Roundabout
Tallest building in China with a massive tuned mass damper.
$25-30
Tips: Visit the 632 Summit to see the damper; sunset views can be smoggy.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Science Museum Chinese Market
Located inside the Science Museum subway station
Underground market selling replicas and souvenirs.
Free to walk
Tips: Bargain hard (60-90% off asking price); sells bags, shoes, glasses.
late afternoon
1 hour
4
Jing'an Temple
Take subway to Jing'an Temple station
Ancient gold-roofed temple surrounded by modern city.
$7
Tips: Throw coins into the central burner for good luck.
evening
2 hours
5
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Various locations throughout the city
Interactive dining experience cooking meat and veggies in broth.
$10-40/person
Tips: Great group activity; spicy broth is delicious but intense.
Food Recommendations:
- Sliced Beef
- Spicy Broth
- Fried Dough
Day 3: Enjoy a full day of entertainment at Disney and a relaxing cruise.
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morning
Full Day
1
Disney Land
Accessible via Metro Line 11
Massive theme park with unique rides and Mandarin-speaking characters.
$50-80 per ticket
Tips: Pirates of the Caribbean ride is a must-do; TRON ride is intense.
Food Recommendations:
- Turkey Leg
evening
1-2 hours
2
River Cruise
Depart from the Bund area
Scenic boat ride on the Huangpu River viewing the skyline.
$50-150
Tips: Dinner cruises available; ferry is a cheaper alternative.
Day 4: Discover unique excursions, local food culture, and relaxation.
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morning
2-3 hours
1
Paris of China
1.5 hours by taxi or 2 hours by subway from Shanghai
Replica of Paris featuring a large Eiffel Tower.
Free to walk
Tips: Quiet area with French architecture; good for photos.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Chinese Massage
Various locations
Traditional massage involving walking on the back.
$15-50/hour
Tips: Great for recovery after walking; uses overhead bars for pressure.
evening
3 hours
3
Food Tour
Guided walking tour
Guided tour exploring local street food and culture.
$77
Tips: Book via GetYourGuide; offers authentic local perspective.
Food Recommendations:
- Soup Dumplings
- Scallion Pancakes
- Local Dishes
Day 1: Explore the heart of Shanghai, from historic parks to the iconic skyline.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
1-2 hours
1
People's Square Park
Central location, easily accessible by metro
Spacious park in the city center offering a nature escape.
Free to walk
Tips: Great for people watching; locals often dance and exercise here.
morning
2 hours
2
Nanjing Road Shopping
Walk from People's Square
Famous shopping street leading directly to the Bund.
Free to walk
Tips: Mix of Western brands and local calligraphy; great for street food.
Food Recommendations:
- Exotic Skewers
afternoon
1-2 hours
3
The Bund
Located at the end of Nanjing Road
Iconic waterfront area with 360-degree city views.
Free to walk
Tips: Visit during the day for skyline views and night for lights.
afternoon
30 minutes
4
Sightseeing Train from The Bund
Takes you from Puxi to Pudong under the river
Underground train tunnel with light shows crossing the river.
$7.00
Tips: More exciting than a taxi or ferry; connects to Pearl Tower.
late afternoon
2 hours
5
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Located at the exit of the sightseeing tunnel
Iconic spaceship-like tower with glass floor observation deck.
$30-40
Tips: Features a see-through glass floor; visit during day to avoid smog.
Day 2: Experience modern skyscrapers, ancient temples, and local markets.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
1 hour
1
Mingzhu Roundabout Elevated Walkway
Located in Lujiazui financial district
Futuristic circular pedestrian bridge with skyscraper views.
Free to walk
Tips: Surprisingly quiet due to electric vehicles; great photo op.
morning
2 hours
2
Shanghai Tower
Short walk from Mingzhu Roundabout
Tallest building in China with a massive tuned mass damper.
$25-30
Tips: Visit the 632 Summit to see the damper; sunset views can be smoggy.
afternoon
2 hours
3
Science Museum Chinese Market
Located inside the Science Museum subway station
Underground market selling replicas and souvenirs.
Free to walk
Tips: Bargain hard (60-90% off asking price); sells bags, shoes, glasses.
late afternoon
1 hour
4
Jing'an Temple
Take subway to Jing'an Temple station
Ancient gold-roofed temple surrounded by modern city.
$7
Tips: Throw coins into the central burner for good luck.
evening
2 hours
5
Hot Pot Chinese Dinner
Various locations throughout the city
Interactive dining experience cooking meat and veggies in broth.
$10-40/person
Tips: Great group activity; spicy broth is delicious but intense.
Food Recommendations:
- Sliced Beef
- Spicy Broth
- Fried Dough
Day 3: Enjoy a full day of entertainment at Disney and a relaxing cruise.
not mentioned
not mentioned
morning
Full Day
1
Disney Land
Accessible via Metro Line 11
Massive theme park with unique rides and Mandarin-speaking characters.
$50-80 per ticket
Tips: Pirates of the Caribbean ride is a must-do; TRON ride is intense.
Food Recommendations:
- Turkey Leg
evening
1-2 hours
2
River Cruise
Depart from the Bund area
Scenic boat ride on the Huangpu River viewing the skyline.
$50-150
Tips: Dinner cruises available; ferry is a cheaper alternative.
Day 4: Discover unique excursions, local food culture, and relaxation.
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not mentioned
morning
2-3 hours
1
Paris of China
1.5 hours by taxi or 2 hours by subway from Shanghai
Replica of Paris featuring a large Eiffel Tower.
Free to walk
Tips: Quiet area with French architecture; good for photos.
afternoon
1 hour
2
Chinese Massage
Various locations
Traditional massage involving walking on the back.
$15-50/hour
Tips: Great for recovery after walking; uses overhead bars for pressure.
evening
3 hours
3
Food Tour
Guided walking tour
Guided tour exploring local street food and culture.
$77
Tips: Book via GetYourGuide; offers authentic local perspective.
Food Recommendations:
- Soup Dumplings
- Scallion Pancakes
- Local Dishes
