Popular photo spots in Shanghai
by Mellowdj
Mar 7, 2025
✨【Itinerary Highlights】
Jing'an Temple ➕ Wukang Road ➕ Nanjing Road ➕ The Bund
▪️ Clash of ancient and modern: the golden splendor of Jing'an Temple vs. the bohemian vibe of Wukang Road
▪️ Food double check-in: century-old crab roe soup dumplings + niche owner-operated coffee shop
▪️ Nightscape highlight: vintage buildings on Nanjing Road + The Bund's international light show
📍 Morning: Jing'an Temple
🚇 Transportation: Line 2/7 Jing'an Temple Station Exit 1
🎫 Ticket: 50 RMB (incense voucher)
⏰ Recommended duration: 1 hour
✨ Tips:
· The temple is very popular for incense burning, you can pray for wealth and safety 🎐
· Looking up to capture the temple’s golden roof alongside surrounding skyscrapers is stunning 📸
📍 Noon: Crab Roe Soup Dumplings
🍜 Recommendations: Jia Jia Tang Bao (Huanghe Road branch) / Din Tai Fung (Jing'an Kerry Centre)
💡 Must order: crab roe soup dumplings + shredded ginger vinegar (a perfect palate cleanser!)
⚠️ Be careful, it’s hot! Bite a small hole first to sip the soup before eating the skin and filling~
📍 Afternoon: Wukang Road
🚶 Taxi 15 minutes from Jing'an Temple or walk from Changshu Road Station
📸 Photo spots:
· Wukang Mansion: Renaissance-style corner building, great for looking up shots with style
· Owner-operated specialty coffee shop ☕️
✨ The shadows of plane trees along the street are super soothing, and if you come across niche boutique shops, be sure to check them out!
📍 Evening: Nanjing Road + The Bund
🌆 Arrive at Nanjing Road around 5 PM:
· Take a ride on a vintage tram 🚃 (ticket 50 RMB)
· Snap photos of neon signs all along the street (full Republic of China era vibe)
🌃 Walk to The Bund at 7 PM:
· Light-up time: 17:50 in winter / 19:00 in summer
· Best photo spot: viewing platform opposite the Customs House 🌉
✨ Taking night portraits in front of the Peace Hotel creates an amazing atmosphere
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