Red bridge 🌉 and the Bund in the evening 🌇
by Marina 美
Jul 9, 2023
#hellohalloween
1. 🏙️ The Bund
* Start with the city’s most iconic view: the skyline of Pudong reflected on the Huangpu River.
* Walk along the promenade at sunset when the lights begin to glow — skyscrapers on one side, colonial architecture on the other 🌇.
2. 🏯 Yu Garden & Old Town
* Step into classical China inside Yu Garden, a peaceful oasis filled with ponds, rock gardens, and pavilions.
* Just outside, the Old Street offers traditional shops, lanterns, and tea houses — perfect for souvenirs and snacks 🥮.
3. ☕ French Concession
* Wander the leafy streets lined with European-style villas, boutique shops, and artsy cafés.
* Fuxing Park is lovely for people-watching, where locals dance, play cards, or practice tai chi.
4. 🛍️ Nanjing Road
* Shanghai’s busiest shopping street — full of lights, sounds, and endless stores.
* Walk from People’s Square to the Bund for a true city experience 🛒.
5. 🍜 Street Food & Local Eats
* Try soup dumplings (xiaolongbao), scallion pancakes, and crab buns.
* Jia Jia Tang Bao and Yang’s Dumplings are local favorites.
* Don’t miss the night markets around People’s Square for snacks and atmosphere 🌃.
6. 🌉 Pudong & Lujiazui
* Cross to the modern side of Shanghai and see futuristic skyscrapers up close.
* Visit the Shanghai Tower or Jin Mao Tower for incredible city views from above.
7. 🖼️ Museums & Culture
* Stop by the Shanghai Museum for ancient Chinese art or the Power Station of Art for contemporary exhibitions 🎨.
8. 🌳 Stroll Along the Riverside Parks
* The Huangpu Riverside Walkway is peaceful and full of greenery — perfect for a morning or evening walk.
* Rent a bike or just sit and watch boats go by 🚲.
9. 🎢 Nightlife & Rooftop Views
* Enjoy a cocktail at a rooftop bar overlooking the skyline — Bar Rouge and Flair at the Ritz-Carlton are famous for stunning views 🍸.
* Xintiandi is great for dinner and bars in a chic restored neighborhood.
10. 🌙 Night Lights & Skyline Magic
* Shanghai’s skyline at night is one of the most spectacular in the world — every building shines in color.
* Take a river cruise to see it all illuminated — it’s a perfect ending to your day 🚢.
💛 Shanghai is a city of contrasts — ancient gardens and glass towers, tea houses and tech stores, calm mornings and glowing nights. It’s where history whispers beneath the skyscrapers and every street feels alive with stories.
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