Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide

Shanghai
Xintiandi showing a bar, street scenes and café scenes
Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park showing a garden, a city and modern architecture
Shanghai Old Street
Nanjing Road Shopping District which includes street scenes, central business district and signage
Downtown Shanghai

Popular places to visit

The Bund showing flowers and a city

The Bund

4.5/5(96 reviews)

The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.

The Bund
Nanjing Road Shopping District which includes street scenes, central business district and signage

Nanjing Road Shopping District

4/5(89 reviews)

Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.

Nanjing Road Shopping District
Yu Garden

Yu Garden

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Created as a place of sanctuary over 400 years ago, Yu Yuan Gardens still provide a soothing retreat from the bustling streets of the Old Town.

Yu Garden
People\'s Square which includes flowers and a park

People's Square

4/5(60 reviews)

To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.

People's Square
Oriental Pearl Tower which includes modern architecture, a skyscraper and a city

Oriental Pearl Tower

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.

Oriental Pearl Tower
Xintiandi showing a bar, street scenes and café scenes

Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Shanghai’s colonial past is displayed in the distinctive Shikumen architecture of Xintiandi, fusing influences from both East and West.

Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre

Top hotels in Downtown Shanghai

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
5 out of 5
No.99 Madang Road, Luwan District, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is ₹13,273 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
₹13,273
₹15,476 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (958 reviews)
"The Langham is located in Xintiandi, one of the earliest renovated Shangahi neighborhoods. It is full of luxury shops, but the former French Concession which is full of beautiful elm tree lined streets is a twenty minute walk away. The breakfasts are bountiful, the service stellar."

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2024

The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
5 out of 5
33 Fu Cheng Road, Pudong, Shanghai
The price is ₹10,516 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
₹10,516
₹12,261 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (786 reviews)
"Quite but easily accessible area, metro station is in proximity. Room is spacious, clean and cozy, we were even able to enjoy the splendid night view of Wai Tang from our room."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai
5 out of 5
789 Nanjing Road East, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is ₹11,913 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
₹11,913
₹13,891 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Bund and People's Square are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2024

Conrad Shanghai
Central Hotel Shanghai
Central Hotel Shanghai
4 out of 5
No 555 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is ₹7,209 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
₹7,209
₹8,290 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location, can't ask for a better location in Shanghai. Room is comfortable, food in the restaurant is great, but a bit pricy. However, you can always find other great choices on the street, as there are plenty of great restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2024

Central Hotel Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
4.5 out of 5
505 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is ₹8,767 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹8,767
₹10,082 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"we will come back to stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
5 out of 5
88 Nanjing West Road, Shanghai, Shanghai
The price is ₹10,283 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹10,283
₹11,990 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Had a comfortable stay at this hotel. It was my first time in Shanghai and the location was great. Lots of English speaking employees and very friendly. It was safe and clean. It had a great breakfast buffet which was a nice bonus. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Shanghai

Shanghai Museum featuring modern architecture

Huangpu

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Yuyuan Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.

Huangpu
Lujiazui

Lujiazui

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.

Lujiazui
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The North Bund

While you're in The North Bund, take in top sights like Shanghai International Cruise Ship Terminal or Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tilanqiao Station or International Cruise Terminal Station.

The North Bund
Jing An Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Zhabei

Consider exploring the stunning river views in Zhabei. If sightseeing is on the list, Qipu Lu Clothing Market is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hanzhong Road Station or Qufu Road Station to see more of the area.

Zhabei
French Concession which includes a city and street scenes

Huaihai Road Commercial Area

5/5(1 area review)

Historical sites, art galleries and shopping highlight some notable features of Huaihai Road Commercial Area. Make a stop by Fuxing Park or Huai Hai Road Shopping District while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at South Shaanxi Road Station or Dapuqiao Road Station to get around town.

Huaihai Road Commercial Area
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Hongkou District

4/5(6 area reviews)

Consider a visit to 1933 Old Millfun and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Hongkou District. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Linping Road Station or Dalian Road Station.

Hongkou District

Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide