Shanghai is the largest and most prosperous city in China since 1930s. It has great influence in world on finance, culture, fashion, technology and transport. Now it is also an important tourist destination and known to the world through 2010 Expo. The most-visited attractions are the Oriental Pearl Tower, the Shanghai Tower, the Bund, Shanghai Museum, Zhujiajiao Water Village, Shanghai World Financial Center, Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, Jinmao tower, etc. The city is also a paradise for food lovers and shopping enthusiasts. We have prepared many Shanghai itineraries for overseas travelers and expats in China based on our experiences and feedback of our customers.
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Great Wall,
Water Town,
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Mountain,
Ancient Village,
Buddhist Art,
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Museum,
Market,
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Temple,
Streets,
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City Walk,
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Museum,
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Museum,
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Garden,
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Culture Lessons,
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Theme Park,
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Home Visit,
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Art,
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More Day Trips, Activities & Excursions
From exciting history, world-class art, international events, kid-friendly places to entertainment and shopping center, Shanghai has so much to offer. Beijing a transport hub in east China, it is also convenient connected with the outside of world, domestic cities and the surrounding area. How to make most of your time in Shanghai? Follow our sample itineraries to see it all or less.
One full day spared from your business, holding 24-hour free transit visa, or one day excursion from your cruise, focus on the city’s highlights – Yuyuan Garden, The Bund, World Financial Center, plus some street visit nearby.
Three days and two nights are class itinerary in Shanghai, then you can add in more of the city’s treasures like Shanghai Museum and Zhujiajiao Water Town.
If you have four or five days (144 Visa Free visit), base your tour in Shanghai and take day trips to Suzhou for classic gardens, and Hangzhou for the West Lake and experience some mind-bending science.
Located in the middle and east of China, Shanghai is suitable for travel all year around.
Shanghai offers all type of accommodation from Inns to super luxury brand. We have a list of recommendations catering for family visitors, honeymooners, kid-friendly travelers, luxury brand lovers as well as those on business trips.
Estimated budget for hotels in Shanghai city: 3-star chain hotels cost $80-100 on average; 4 stars are $100-$150; 5 star $150-$250, luxury hotels are $250+.
Shanghai has long been the first entry port for international flights. It is also one of China’s transport hubs with the most advanced bullet trains starting, ending or passing by. Many of the tourist destinations can be reached within 1 hour to 3 hours, like Suzhou, Hangzhou, Nanjing and Huangshan.
