Sights of interest:
  • The Bund – World-famous esplanade overlooking the Huangpu River with historical buildings in a variety of architectural styles.
  • Yu Yuan Garden – Garden built in the Ming Dynasty Emperor Wanli (AD 1559-1577)
  • Oriental Pearl TV Tower – A landmark of Shanghai
  • Nanjing Road – Shopping Area
  • Huaihai Road - Shopping Area
  • Zhong Shan Park
For kids:
  • Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
  • Oriental Green Boat – Shanghai teenagers extra curricular activities campsite
  • Shanghai Zoo
Nightlife:
  • Xin Tian Di – A neighborhood of old Shikumen (a type of tenement found only in Shanghai) that has been restored -- the old stone buildings transformed into boutiques, clubs and restaurants.
  • Huangpu River Cruise – 60-kilometer return trip between the Bund and the Yangtze River.
Art & Culture:
  • Shanghai Museum - Boasting over 120,000 pieces including bronze, ceramics, paintings, calligraphy, sculpture, ancient Chinese coins, jade furniture, and western art.
  • Shanghai Grand Theatre – Providing a stage for artists from around the world; always worth checking out to see who is performing.
  • Tai Kang Road – Art Street
Shopping:
  • Plaza 66
  • Parkson
  • Metro Town
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