The Bund at dusk looks like a spilled palette, with the sky in gradient shades of orange and pink

A must-visit for the magical sunset in Shanghai🌇, I’ve nailed the best time to enjoy the Bund～

🌆 Must-see at the Bund
- Arrive around 4:00 PM to see the historic international architecture in daylight and not miss the stunning sunset
- Climb the viewing platform to take in the century-old buildings of Puxi and the skyscrapers of Pudong, perfect for photos📸
- Stroll along the Bund Riverside Promenade, feel the breeze while waiting for the city lights to come on, as the entire Huangpu River glows golden

💡 Tips
📍 Bund Viewing Platform address: Zhongshan East 1st Road (Nanjing East Road Station, Metro Lines 2/10)
🍽 Nearby recommendations:
- Peninsula Hotel Afternoon Tea (No. 33 Waitanyuan)
- Pop American Restaurant (7th Floor, No. 3 Waitan, Zhongshan East 1st Road)
🚇 Transportation: Metro is recommended, about a 10-minute walk from Nanjing East Road Station on Lines 2/10

🌃 Best viewing time
April-May / September-October, 4-6 PM
The sunset bathes the entire Bund in golden light, super romantic
As night falls, the light show starts on time, creating another dazzling spectacle

Post by gwendolyn_juniperhale | Aug 14, 2025