Day 2: Cycling to Pudong, exploring skyscrapers, experiencing Thangka art, and enjoying the Bund night view.
2024 - 04 - 16
Overcast and cloudy
Morning
1 hour
1
Cycling and Ferry Crossing
Rent an Alipay bike; take the ferry as bikes cannot cross the bridge.
Ride a shared bike and take a local ferry across Huangpu River.
Bike rental approx 7 CNY (5 fee + 2 fine mentioned), Ferry is cheap
Tips: Be aware of parking zones for shared bikes to avoid fines.
14:00
2 hours
2
Shanghai World Financial Center (Lujiazui)
Bike from ferry terminal to Lujiazui.
Visit the financial district and admire the trio of skyscrapers.
not mentioned
Tips: Great area for architectural photography of Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai Tower.
Food Recommendations:
- Octopus
- Watermelon
- Cake
Afternoon
1 hour
3
Oriental Pearl Tower Pedestrian Bridge
Walk from financial center area.
Walk the circular pedestrian bridge for iconic views.
Coffee cost
Tips: Good spot for photos; Starbucks nearby for a break.
Food Recommendations:
- Coffee
Late Afternoon
1.5 hours
4
Shanghai Thangka Experience Center
Take the subway to the Puxi side.
Visit a hidden shop to see traditional Thangka art.
Free to look
Tips: Located in a private neighborhood lane; look for the shop sign.
Food Recommendations:
- Pumpkin bun
Evening
2 hours
5
The Bund (Waitan)
Walk along the riverfront.
Enjoy the skyline light show and river promenade atmosphere.
Free
Tips: Watch locals dancing in the park; great view of the light show across the river.
Food Recommendations:
- Beef stir-fry with peppers
- Noodle soup
Day 2: Cycling to Pudong, exploring skyscrapers, experiencing Thangka art, and enjoying the Bund night view.
2024 - 04 - 16
Overcast and cloudy
Morning
1 hour
1
Cycling and Ferry Crossing
Rent an Alipay bike; take the ferry as bikes cannot cross the bridge.
Ride a shared bike and take a local ferry across Huangpu River.
Bike rental approx 7 CNY (5 fee + 2 fine mentioned), Ferry is cheap
Tips: Be aware of parking zones for shared bikes to avoid fines.
14:00
2 hours
2
Shanghai World Financial Center (Lujiazui)
Bike from ferry terminal to Lujiazui.
Visit the financial district and admire the trio of skyscrapers.
not mentioned
Tips: Great area for architectural photography of Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai Tower.
Food Recommendations:
- Octopus
- Watermelon
- Cake
Afternoon
1 hour
3
Oriental Pearl Tower Pedestrian Bridge
Walk from financial center area.
Walk the circular pedestrian bridge for iconic views.
Coffee cost
Tips: Good spot for photos; Starbucks nearby for a break.
Food Recommendations:
- Coffee
Late Afternoon
1.5 hours
4
Shanghai Thangka Experience Center
Take the subway to the Puxi side.
Visit a hidden shop to see traditional Thangka art.
Free to look
Tips: Located in a private neighborhood lane; look for the shop sign.
Food Recommendations:
- Pumpkin bun
Evening
2 hours
5
The Bund (Waitan)
Walk along the riverfront.
Enjoy the skyline light show and river promenade atmosphere.
Free
Tips: Watch locals dancing in the park; great view of the light show across the river.
Food Recommendations:
- Beef stir-fry with peppers
- Noodle soup
