Essence of Night Tour in the Magic City

Shanghai Four Days Three Nights Travel Guide (Budget 6000 RMB)
Trip Highlights:

Experience the perfect blend of traditional and modern Shanghai
Taste authentic local cuisine and snacks
Enjoy the bustling night views of the Bund and Lujiazui
Have a joyful time at Disneyland

Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Shanghai, enjoy the Bund night view

Morning: Arrive in Shanghai, check into hotel (Recommended: near Nanjing East Road or People’s Square for convenient travel)
Afternoon: Visit City God Temple, experience old Shanghai charm, taste Nanxiang soup dumplings (Budget: 100 RMB)
Evening: Stroll along the Bund, admire the dazzling night view on both sides of the Huangpu River, take a Huangpu River cruise (Budget: 150 RMB)
Accommodation: Budget hotel (Budget: 400 RMB/night)

Day 2: Disneyland Carnival

All day: Shanghai Disneyland, experience the magical fairy tale world (Ticket budget: 500 RMB, dining budget: 150 RMB)
Evening: Watch the Disneyland fireworks show
Accommodation: Budget hotel (Budget: 400 RMB/night)

Day 3: Explore Shanghai Culture and Art

Morning: Visit Shanghai Museum to learn about China’s long history and culture (Free)
Afternoon: Walk around Tianzifang, feel the artistic atmosphere, taste special snacks (Budget: 100 RMB)
Evening: Enjoy the spectacular performance at Shanghai Circus World (Budget: 300 RMB)
Accommodation: Budget hotel (Budget: 400 RMB/night)

Day 4: Shopping and Departure

Morning: Shop at Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, buy souvenirs (Budget: 500 RMB)
Afternoon: Head to the airport for departure according to flight time

Total Budget:

Accommodation: 1200 RMB
Dining: 850 RMB
Tickets: 950 RMB
Transportation: 300 RMB (subway, taxi)
Shopping: 500 RMB
Others: 200 RMB (souvenirs, etc.)
Total: 6000 RMB

Travel Tips:

Shanghai’s subway system is well-developed; it is recommended to buy a three-day subway pass for convenient travel.
Disneyland is crowded; it is recommended to download the official app in advance and book popular attractions.
The best time to enjoy the Bund night view is from 7 PM to 9 PM.
Shanghai cuisine tends to be sweet; if you are not used to it, you can inform the restaurant in advance to adjust the taste.

Optional Activities:

If you have extra time, you can add a day to visit Zhujiajiao Ancient Town or Shanghai Science and Technology Museum.
If your budget allows, you can choose to stay at a Disneyland hotel for a more complete Disney experience.

Hope this guide helps you plan a perfect trip to Shanghai!

Post by Liam.Cox.59 | Oct 10, 2025

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