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Illustrated landscape representing Shanghai

East China · China

Shanghai

Experience riverside architecture, leafy former concessions, and the energy of a modern Chinese metropolis.

Discover the city

A sense of place

The character of Shanghai

See the city’s waterfront skyline, classical gardens, and old lanes in one journey through contrasting neighborhoods.

01The Bund02Former French Concession03Yu Garden

Explore the city

Signature places to discover

Use these sample highlights to shape a first look at the city and its surrounding area.

03 places

Waterfront · Skyline

The Bund

Take in historic riverfront architecture opposite the changing Pudong skyline.

Garden · Old town

Yu Garden

Wander through a classical garden of rockeries, halls, ponds, and winding paths.

Canals · Day trip

Zhujiajiao

Spend time among stone bridges, canals, and older streets in a nearby water town.

Related itineraries

Journeys through Shanghai

Handcrafted sample routes to help you picture what a few days here could hold.

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Sample routes and prices are for layout preview only; no booking is processed.

A taste of the region

Local food worth making time for

A few regional favorites offer an easy starting point for discovering local kitchens and everyday food culture.

Shanghai classic

Xiaolongbao

Delicate soup dumplings served hot in a bamboo steamer.

Street food

Shengjian

Pan-fried buns with a crisp base and a warm, savory filling.

Noodle dish

Scallion oil noodles

A simple local noodle dish dressed with fragrant scallion oil and soy.

Dish descriptions are sample editorial content for this demo.

Stay a little longer

Sample places to stay

Use the area and style as a starting point when deciding where to base your visit.

Sample stay · Riverside

Huangpu View House

A demo city hotel concept near the riverfront and landmark walking routes.

Sample stay · Heritage

French Concession Stay

A sample lodging concept among leafy streets and historic residences.

Sample stay · North Bund

Harborlight Residence

A contemporary stay concept with convenient access to the North Bund.

Accommodation names and descriptions are mock content, not live hotel recommendations.

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