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The Bund
Despite years of war and revolution, the soul and skyline of one of the world’s great waterfront boulevards has risen to even greater heights.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
Yu Garden
Step through the gate of Shanghai’s premier classical gardens and into a tranquil world of bamboo groves, koi-filled ponds and Ming Dynasty pavilions.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Oriental Pearl Tower
This towering symbol of Shanghai’s modern renaissance offers history lessons, fine dining and stunning city views.
Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre
One of the city’s first urban renewal projects preserves a historic neighborhood, while serving up some of Shanghai's best dinning, entertainment and shopping.
Downtown Shanghai Hotel Deals
Conrad Shanghai
"I just wrapped up a 10 visit to Shanghai, and spent my entire time at the Conrad Hilton property. I was pleased with the very central location in the city of the hotel, and from my 39th floor room I was more than happy with the sweeping city views, looking directly down on the green oasis of the ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/19
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
"They need to work on the internet connection."
Reviewed on 2026/5/23
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
"Those stuff are very friendly and the room is great"
Reviewed on 2026/5/23
Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel on the Bund by Nanjing Road
"Clean room, helpful staff. Breakfast ok. Good location."
Reviewed on 2026/5/23
Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre
"Great hotel with an even better staff"
Reviewed on 2026/5/24
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
"Very beautiful room with views"
Reviewed on 2026/5/12
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Shanghai
Huangpu
Central Shanghai's bustling hub, Huangpu District boasts popular shopping areas like Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, and Xintiandi. Explore key attractions such as The Bund, Old City God Temple, and leafy streets lined with cafes, high-end retail, and historical houses.
Lujiazui
Travelers choose Lujiazui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Tower.
Xintiandi
Xintiandi might not have many top sights, but The Bund and Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The North Bund
While you're in The North Bund, take in top sights like Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal or Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Tilanqiao Station or International Cruise Terminal Station.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historic sites, art galleries, and shopping highlight some notable features of Huaihai Road Commercial Area. Make a stop by Huai Hai Road Shopping District or Fuxing Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at South Shaanxi Road Station or Dapuqiao Road Station to get around town.
Hongkou District
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongkou District. Spend some time visiting top spots like Qipu Lu Clothing Market, and catch the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station to see more of the area.
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- Shanghai Museum
- Visit Changning
- Chenyi Square
- Jin Mao Tower
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- Visit Anting
- Shanghai Grand Theatre
- Visit Malu
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- Shanghai Old Street
- Gucheng Park
- Visit Thames Town
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- Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal
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- Old Town God Temple Snack Street
- Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park
- Yandang Leisure Street
- Super Brand Mall
- Visit Xuhui
- Yuyuan Bazaar
- Former Residence of Lu Xun
- The Bund
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- Shanghai Times Square
- Huanghe Road
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- Three on the Bund
- Visit Sheshan
- Yu Garden
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- Nanjing Road Shopping District
- Visit Baoshan District
- Visit Putuo
- Shanghai Confucian Temple
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
- 1933 Old Millfun
- Dongchang Road Ferry Wharf
- Visit Changxing Island
- Visit Yangpu District
- Qipu Lu Clothing Market
- Waibaidu Bridge
- Jiuguang Department Store
- People’s Park
- Jing'an Temple
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- Oriental Pearl Tower
- Visit Minhang
- Nanpu Bridge
- North Sichuan Road
- Ifc Mall
- Shanghai Tower
- Old Chinese City
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- Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre
- Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
- Visit Jing'an
- Monument to the People's Heroes
- Yuyuan Garden
- Visit Hongqiao
- Shanghai City Hall
- Shanghai World Financial Center
- Jinling East Road Ferry Wharf
- Visit Xintiandi
- Visit Huaihai Road Commercial Area
- Huai Hai Road Shopping District
- Xiahai Temple
