Shanghai’s Street-Chic Adventure Awaits You!

🧳✨ Shanghai After Dark: Street Vibes, Crab Roe & City Lights✨🧳

As a city dweller, I’m absolutely smitten with Shanghai and all the incredible experiences it offers. From exploring the trendiest spots—like hidden Korean BBQ alleys to luxurious stays near Nanjing Road—this guide is your ticket to a modern Shanghai escape. Perfect for night owls and foodies, it promises an unforgettable adventure that feels like falling in love with life all over again.

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📍 Your 4 Must-Visit Stops:

1. 🛍 Pa Long Tian Di (八廊天地) – Local Vibes with a Modern Twist

This hidden gem in the heart of Shanghai blends traditional shikumen alleys with contemporary art cafés. Picture lantern-lit walkways, boutique stores, speakeasy bars, and street snacks.
• How to get there: Take Line 10 or 13, exit at Xintiandi Station, and walk for 10 minutes.
• What to try: Craft cocktails, handmade bao, and street art photo ops.
• Entry: Free
• Tip: Visit after 6 PM for the best nightlife atmosphere.

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2. 🇰🇷 Korea Town, Shanghai – A Mini Seoul in China

Located in Hongqiao, this compact K-Town is brimming with authentic Korean BBQ spots, beauty stores, and cafés playing K-pop hits.
• How to get there: Take Line 10 to Longxi Road Station, then a 10-minute taxi ride to Shuicheng Road area.
• Must eats: Grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal), tteokbokki, and bingsu.
• Budget: RMB 80–150 per person for dinner.
• Best time: Dinner hours, 6–10 PM.

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3. 🍜 Top 3 Crab Roe Noodles (蟹粉面) in Shanghai

Crab roe noodles are a Shanghainese delicacy—rich, umami-packed, and unforgettable.
Top picks:
• Jia Jia Tang Bao – Famous for crab roe xiao long bao.
• Cheng Long Hang (成隆行蟹王府) – High-end, rich broth.
• Zhengyi Road Noodle Shop (正义路蟹粉面) – Affordable, local flavor.
• Pricing: RMB 30–188 depending on the outlet.
• Pro tip: Avoid peak lunch hours to skip the queues!

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4. 🏨 Stay: Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road, an IHG Hotel

Ideally located near People’s Square and East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, this hotel is within walking distance of The Bund and vibrant shopping areas.
• Rooms from: RM 420 / USD 90 / RMB 650 per night on Trip.com.
• Facilities: Rooftop bar, skyline view, gym, international breakfast buffet.
• Address: 700 Jiujiang Rd, Huangpu District, Shanghai.

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🛫 How to Get to Shanghai
• From Malaysia (KUL – PVG): Direct flights via China Eastern, AirAsia X, and MAS.
• Flight time: Approximately 5.5 hours.
• Average price: RM 800–1200 return (off-peak).
• Airport: Pudong International Airport (PVG).