Ningbo Old Bund | A Century of Charm Older Than Shanghai Bund, Here's Your Ultimate Guide to Food, Fun, and Exploration
by COHEN SHARP
Jul 23, 2025
When it comes to bund scenery, most people immediately think of Shanghai Bund 🏙️
But did you know? Just under 100 kilometers from Shanghai Bund lies Ningbo's Old Bund 🌉
With a history even longer than Shanghai Bund, it was once more prosperous!
Though the bustling scenes of merchant ships from a century ago are gone,
it remains a witness to Ningbo's hundred-year history 👀
Today, it's also a super chic urban hotspot for Instagram-worthy moments 📸
Don't miss this foolproof travel guide 👇
🔹 Admission: Completely free! $0 for photos—how can you resist?
🔹 Transportation: 🚇 Metro Line 2 "Waitan Bridge" Station / Line 1 "Dongmenkou" Station
✨ Must-visit route:
1️⃣ Night views at Sanjiangkou 🌃
2️⃣ Riverside strolls along the canal 🚶♀️
The architecture on both banks is incredibly photogenic!
One side features European-style villas, the other modern skyscrapers—
perfect for snapping 📷
🍜 Food recommendations:
Old Bund is Ningbo's culinary hub! Must-tries include:
- Sanjiangkou seafood stalls 🐟
- "Ningbo Old Three Delicacies" at Amao Restaurant
- Wangshengda Glutinous Rice Balls 🍡
🏨 Accommodation guide:
Plenty of star-rated hotels & boutique stays nearby!
Top value picks:
- Shangri-La Hotel Ningbo
- Atour X Hotel (Old Bund Branch)
Nearby attractions:
🔸 5-minute reach:
- Tianyi Square
- Yuehu Park
- Tianyi Pavilion Museum
🔸 10-minute drive:
- Tea Culture Museum
- Yaojiang Riverside Park
💡 Pro tip:
The night views are stunning—visit at dusk!
Weekends get crowded, so off-peak visits are recommended.
Post by COHEN SHARP | Jul 23, 2025












