The best places in Shanghai are all free

Here is a Shanghai travel guide, including introductions to attractions, food, accommodation, and more.

Attractions

- Historical Buildings

- The Bund: Shanghai's iconic attraction, where you can enjoy the international architecture and the beautiful view of the Huangpu River, with dazzling lights at night.

- 1933 Old Millfun: An art space transformed from an abattoir, featuring concrete structures full of industrial style, perfect for photography.

- Modern Landmarks

- Oriental Pearl Tower: A Shanghai landmark building; you can overlook the entire city from the observation deck, which also has a transparent skywalk and light shows.

- J Hotel Shanghai Tower: Located at the top of Shanghai, offering a cloud-level artistic living experience with excellent views.

- Culture and Arts

- Shanghai Museum: A comprehensive collection covering 33 categories including bronze, ceramics, calligraphy, and paintings.

- West Bund Art Museum: Rich and diverse exhibitions inside, with a pleasant riverside promenade view.

- Theme Parks

- Shanghai Disney Resort: Features numerous rides, spectacular performances, and fireworks shows, a joyful and magical park.

- Shanghai Legoland® Resort: Offers various Lego-themed rides and experiences, suitable for family visits.

Food

- Local Cuisine

- Renheguan·Shanghai Cuisine: Signature crab roe fried rice, rich and mellow in flavor.

- Fu 1039: Signature braised pork with a bright red color, melts in your mouth.

- Specialty Snacks

- Lailai Xiaolong·Qiao Ai: Crab roe soup dumplings with even pleats and juicy, firm filling.

- Da Hu Chun: Pan-fried buns with crispy bottoms and juicy interiors, delicious in taste.

Accommodation

- Luxury: Bulgari Hotel Shanghai, luxurious design with views of the Bund and the magnificent Pudong skyline.

- Family-friendly: Shanghai Sheshan Mao Yu Premium Selection Hotel, offers outdoor family rock climbing and other activities, suitable for families with children.

- Cost-effective: Ji Hotel, with multiple branches in Shanghai such as Qingpu Wuyue Plaza, comfortable environment and moderate prices.

Itinerary

- Day 1: The Bund (less crowded early morning) - Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street - Yuyuan Bazaar + City God Temple - Shanghai Museum - Oriental Pearl Tower or Shanghai Tower Observation Deck - Bund night cruise.

- Day 2: Wukang Mansion - Wukang Road - Xujiahui Academy - West Bund Art Museum - Tianzifang.

- Day 3: One-day tour at Shanghai Disney Resort.