Budget travel in Shanghai can be so exquisite! The night views are stunningly divine! Breathtakingly beautiful!

🚇 Must-have for getting around

1. Transportation: Use the "Metro Metropolitan" app to scan QR codes for the subway; for taxis, it's recommended to use Didi (heavy traffic during rush hours)
2. Accommodation: Recommended near "People's Square/Nanjing East Road" (intersection of metro lines 1/2/8, convenient to go anywhere)
3. Money-saving tip: Buy the "Shanghai Urban Travel Card" (unlimited subway rides for 24 hours + discounts on attractions)

🗺️ Classic 3-day itinerary

Day 1: The Bund classic route
• Morning: Eat xiaolongbao at City God Temple (must try the crab roe version at "Nanxiang Mantou Dian") → stroll through Yu Garden, a Jiangnan-style garden
• Afternoon: The Bund viewing platform (recommended photo spot at the intersection of Beijing East Road) → 2 RMB ferry to Lujiazui
• Evening: Watch the sunset at the Pudong Art Museum (closed on Wednesdays) + take photos of the "three-piece set" at the IFC rooftop

Day 2: Artsy Shanghai
• Morning: Take photos at Wukang Building → have coffee on Anfu Road (the popular "into_the force" café is a must-visit)
• Afternoon: Shanghai Museum (free but requires reservation) → Sinan Mansions old Western-style houses
• Evening: Explore the night market at Tianzifang (even more recommended is the bar street at "Julu Road 158 Lane")

Day 3: Disney or surrounding options
• Option A: Full day at Shanghai Disneyland (see homepage for detailed guide)
• Option B: Zhujiajiao Ancient Town (directly accessible by Metro Line 17) → return via Hongqiao Airport

🍜 Foodie guide

Must-try list:
• Shengjian buns: Da Hu Chun (fully fermented dough) vs Xiao Yang Shengjian (juicy style)
• Local cuisine: Laorenhe (fermented fish slices) | Lanxin Restaurant (braised pork)
• Snacks: Xiande Lai pork ribs with rice cake | International Hotel butterfly pastry

Avoid these:

⚠️ City God Temple snack street is expensive and not tasty
⚠️ Bund restaurants require advance reservations (average 300 RMB per person + scenic seats)

📸 Popular photo spots

1. The Bund: Zhapu Road Bridge with Pudong’s three-piece set in the background
2. Wukang Road: In front of the Old McDonald’s café
3. Pudong: Duoyun Book Academy (free panoramic view of Shanghai)

💡 Local tips

• Nanjing East Road pedestrian street is better for photos after 10 PM
• Wutong District (Hengfu style area) is great for cycling tours
• September to October is the best travel season (avoid plum rain and extreme heat)

💰 Expense reference (2 people, 3 days):

• Accommodation: 600 RMB/night (four-star hotel)
• Food: 150 RMB/person/day
• Transportation: 50 RMB subway + 100 RMB taxi

🌟 Ultimate tips:

✅ Use the "Shanghai Release" public account to check real-time crowd flow
✅ Buy souvenirs at "First Food Store" for cheaper prices than tourist spots
✅ For nightlife experience, go to "Found158" or "TX Huaihai"