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Shanghai Girlfriends' 3 Days 2 Nights Luxurious Chic Trip (Budget 10,000 RMB)
Theme: The perfect blend of modern city and chic lifestyle, experiencing Shanghai's exquisite living
Accommodation: Boutique hotels near the Bund or French Concession villas and homestays, 2 nights budget about 3,000 RMB (Recommended: W Shanghai - The Bund, Capella Shanghai, Jianye Li)
Transportation: Metro + taxi, budget about 500 RMB
Itinerary:
Day 1: Classic Bund & Modern Lujiazui

Morning: Arrive in Shanghai, check into the hotel, and rest briefly.
Noon: Have lunch near the Bund, recommended restaurants: Da Hu Chun (Bund branch) to taste authentic Shengjianbao, or Hakkasan for upscale Cantonese cuisine, about 200-300 RMB per person.
Afternoon: Stroll along the Bund, admire the international architecture, and take photos. Take a Huangpu River cruise (budget about 150 RMB/person) to enjoy the scenery from a different perspective.
Evening: Head to Lujiazui, go to the top of Shanghai Tower or Shanghai World Financial Center (ticket about 180 RMB/person) to overlook the panoramic view of Shanghai and feel the charm of the Magic City.
Night: Dine in Lujiazui, recommended restaurant: Mercato by Jean-Georges, Italian cuisine, about 400 RMB per person. Afterwards, have a drink at Flair rooftop bar, enjoy the night view, about 150 RMB per person.

Day 2: French Concession Chic & Artsy Shop Exploration

Morning: Sleep in naturally, then head to Wukang Road, check in at the popular Wukang Building, stroll under the plane trees, and feel the romantic atmosphere of the French Concession. Along the way, visit shops like %Arabica coffee and LOKAL brunch restaurant, about 100 RMB per person.
Afternoon: Go to Tianzifang, browse artsy shops, and find unique handicrafts. Then visit the Sinan Mansions area to experience old Shanghai charm.
Night: Dine in the French Concession, recommended restaurants: Fu He Hui, a Michelin one-star vegetarian restaurant, about 600 RMB per person, or The Commune Social, Spanish cuisine, about 300 RMB per person.

Day 3: Dreamy Shanghai Disneyland Trip

All day: Visit Shanghai Disneyland (ticket about 500 RMB/person) to experience the fairy tale world. It is recommended to buy the early access card to enter early and enjoy popular rides. Lunch can be had inside the park, about 100 RMB per person.
Evening: Return to the city; depending on time, you can choose to shop or dine at Xintiandi, then head to the airport/train station to end the trip.

Other optional experiences (adjust according to budget):

Shanghai Disneyland VIP guided tour: about 2,000 RMB/person, enjoy exclusive guidance and priority access.
Peace Hotel afternoon tea: about 300 RMB/person, experience old Shanghai luxury.
Yuyuan Garden + City God Temple: experience traditional Shanghai style and taste Nanxiang Xiaolongbao.

Total budget: about 9,000-10,000 RMB (adjustable based on actual spending)
Tips:

Book hotels and Disneyland tickets in advance, especially during peak seasons.
Download the "Metro Metropolis" app for convenient metro rides.
Shanghai weather is changeable; it is recommended to bring rain gear and sun protection.
Some restaurants require advance reservations, especially Michelin-starred ones.

Hope this guide helps you plan an unforgettable Shanghai girlfriends' trip!

Post by Eat, Travel, Repeat | Nov 4, 2025

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