ποΈ Destination: Shanghai
π Suggested Travel Time: 9am onwards
π° Budget range: around 1000 RMB (accommodation not included)
π Route Highlights.
Enjoy the modern skyscrapers of Shanghai as well as the historical and cultural flavor and bustling commercial atmosphere of the city, and the gorgeous night view of the Huangpu River.
π Itinerary.
9am, arrive at Lujiazui, Pudong and visit Jinmao Tower first. You can take photos near the building and feel its magnificent architecture. Then buy a ticket to climb up to the sightseeing hall, overlooking the bustling scene on both sides of the Huangpu River and enjoying the cityscape of Shanghai.
After exiting the Jin Mao Tower, proceed to the Oriental Pearl Tower. Admire this iconic building of Shanghai underneath the Oriental Pearl Tower and choose whether to enter the tower for a visit according to your preference.
Then proceed to the Shanghai World Financial Center, again with the option to climb up to the observation lounge and enjoy the view of Shanghai from a different angle.
At noon, settle for lunch at a gourmet restaurant near Lujiazui or head to the Old City God Temple where you can sample a variety of cuisines such as xiao long bao and sheng jian bao at the food court.
In the afternoon, take Metro Line 2 to Line 10 to reach the City God Temple in about 40 minutes. Visit the Taoist Temple of Shanghai City God Temple to experience the ancient religious culture and traditional architectural style. Then visit Yuyuan Garden to enjoy the beauty of Jiangnan Garden. Then go to Shanghai Old Street to experience the old flavor of Shanghai.
From Shanghai Old Street, take No. 24 to Xintiandi in about 30 minutes. In Xintiandi, you will experience the unique charm of Shikumen, which is a fusion of traditional and modern elements, with many specialty stores and restaurants.
Then take line 8 to line 10 to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street in about 20 minutes. Enjoy shopping on the pedestrian street and taste the delicacies such as Xiao Yang Shengjian and Shen Dacheng.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at a restaurant near Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and then take Bus No. 20 to the Bund in about 30 minutes. Enjoy the splendid night view of Huangpu River and feel the romance and prosperity of Shanghai.