Here is a complete guide to Shanghai for 2019, in which you will find a description of more than 20 attractions in Shanghai. You will also learn how to get from Shanghai airport to the city, whether you need a visa on arrival to Shanghai, which hotel to stay in, what the weather is like throughout the year, what transport to use when seeing the sights of Shanghai and whether there is beach holiday. It should be clarified that not all of the places described were visited personally, however, I tried to tell as much as possible about all interesting places in the city and how to get to them. The main guide covering all of China, .

On the interactive map shows all the sights of Shanghai from the review. Please note that in the description of each marker there is information about prices, schedules and tips on how to get to the place.

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Sights of Shanghai

Starting a review of the sights of Shanghai, first let's talk about those located in the Pudong area. These sights, if desired, can be bypassed very quickly. If you're only in Shanghai for a few hours or a day, this is probably the best place to start exploring the city.

List of attractions in Shanghai:

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Speaking about the sights of Shanghai, it is worth starting with one of its symbols - the Oriental Pearl television tower. With a height of almost 500 meters, it ranks fifth in the world among other TV towers. A feature of the "Oriental Pearl" is a restaurant rotating in a circle, located in a spherical room of the tower. Even if you do not plan to visit the TV tower, do not miss the moment when the backlight turns on in the evening and the building begins to play with colorful lights. This spectacle leaves few indifferent.

Opening hours and cost: daily from 8.00 to 21.30. Tickets cost from 130 yuan to 220, depending on the choice of the observation deck.

Shanghai Tower

This is the only skyscraper in Shanghai that I have personally visited. I highly recommend you go up and take a look at it with your own eyes. a beautiful city from a height of 546 meters. By the way, on observation deck super high-speed elevator will take you in just 10 seconds. Most importantly, take your passport with you, without it the ticket will not be sold.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Opening hours and cost: daily from 8.00 to 22.30 (the box office is open until 22.00). Tickets cost 180 yuan for an adult, 120 for students (not older than 23 years), 90 for children and for pensioners (pensioners - over 60). Must have a passport.

Shanghai World Financial Center

One of the most famous skyscrapers in the world, the Shanghai World Financial Center, is located in the Pudong area. This majestic building can be admired both from the ground and from one of the viewing platforms located directly in the building of the center. In the evening, the building is illuminated with lights and photography lovers will have a place to turn around.

How to get there: Lujiazui metro station (Line 2).

Opening hours and prices: open from 8.30 to 22:00. The ticket price is from 100 to 150 yuan, depending on the chosen observation deck.

Shanghai Oceanarium (Shanghai Ocean Aquarium)

The largest oceanarium in Asia, Shanghai attracts thousands of visitors every year. Here you will find more than 10,000 representatives of marine nature of various climatic zones our planet.

Opening hours and cost: the aquarium is open from 9.00 to 18.00 (the box office closes at 17.30). Ticket for an adult is 160 yuan, for children 110, for pensioners 90.

Shanghai Municipal History Museum

Perhaps the most interesting and informative museum in Shanghai. The museum staff tried to recreate the historical scenes of bygone times, and they succeeded admirably.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (line 2).

Schedule and prices: daily from 9.00 to 17.30, 35 yuan.

Skyscraper Jinmao (Jin Mao Tower)

Another place for connoisseurs of panoramic views. Along with the Shanghai World Financial Center, the Jinmao skyscraper is one of the symbols of Shanghai and one of the main attractions. Climb up to the observation deck located on the 88th floor and enjoy the stunning views of Shanghai at night.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Opening hours and cost: every day from 8.30 to 22.00. Ticket for adults 120 yuan, for children 60 yuan.

Lu Jia Zui Pedestrian Bridge

A masterpiece of architectural thought, the Lujiazui Bridge has adorned Shanghai for only six years. Walking around Pudong, do not apply to visit and take pictures of it.

How to get there: Lujiazui station (Line 2).

Undoubtedly one of the most famous attractions of Shanghai. The embankment is located on the other side of the river from the Pudong area. Here you will find not only numerous tourists, but also fully enjoy the beautiful old architecture of Shanghai. The city authorities are trying not to distort the area with modern buildings, which allows even today to find in this historical place pieces of old Shanghai. It is worth visiting this place both in the daytime and at night, when the Bund of Vaitan is illuminated by many lights.

How to get there: East Nanjing Rd (Line 2 / Line 10 junction)

Museum of Jewish Refugees (Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum)

During the difficult times of the Second World War, many Jews were forced to immigrate in all directions. Shanghai has become a haven for many thousands of refugees. Expositions of the Museum of Jewish Refugees in Shanghai will tell us about those difficult times.

How to get there: Tilanqiao (line 12).

Schedule and prices: daily from 9.00 to 17.00, 50 yuan.

Shanghai Postal Museum

Another interesting museum, which tells about how the people of China contacted each other before the advent of trains, planes and the Internet.

How to get there: Tiantong Road (intersection of lines 10 and 12).

Schedule and prices: open on weekends, as well as on Wednesday and Thursday. The entrance is free.

Shanghai attractions. Yu Yuan Garden

Almost 500 years ago, the beautiful Yu Yuan Garden was created, which still delights the eyes of guests and residents of Shanghai. Divided into seven themed areas, the garden will great place for a walk. Don't miss the opportunity to see and enjoy this beautiful sight with your own eyes when you are in Shanghai.

How to get there: Yuyuan Garden (Line 10).

Opening hours and cost: from 8.30 to 17.00, 40 yuan.

Shanghai old town

Gardens, markets, elements of the architecture of old Shanghai, all this can be found here. Spending some time exploring the streets of the old town will be an enjoyable experience. shanghai Old city located near Yu Yuan Garden, Zhonghua Road and Renmin Road.

Find: Yuyuan Garden (Line 10)

Temple of Confucius (Shang Hai Wen Miao)

If you love and revere Confucius or are just interested in beautiful temples, don't miss the Confucius Temple in Shanghai. To everyone who wishes, the servants of the temple are ready to demonstrate the traditional tea ceremony.

How to get there: Laoximen (intersection of lines 10 and 8).

Schedule and prices: from 9.00 to 16.30, 10 yuan.

Nanjing Road

Paradise for shopaholics. Hundreds of boutiques, big and small. Here you will find the most fashionable and expensive things, you can dine in one of the hundreds of cafes and restaurants, just feel like a resident of a huge metropolis. Evening is no less interesting. Street musicians and neon lights of houses change this place beyond recognition.

Find: People's Square (intersection of metro lines 1, 2, 8)

People's Square (People's Square)

On the site of the former hippodrome, the city authorities decided to create a people's square, which is also not deprived of the attention of tourists. The area is especially beautiful in spring and autumn, when you can walk in the parks located here and enjoy the calming nature.

Find: People's Square (intersection of lines 1, 2, 8)

French Quarter (French Concession)

If you love French culture, the French Quarter is for you. Even today, buildings can be found here that received numerous immigrants in the first half of the 20th century.

Find: South Shaanxi Road (Metro Line 10).

Jade Buddha Temple

Founded in the 19th century, the Jade Buddha Temple may seem interesting to many. Buddha sculptures brought from Burma at one time, as well as several indoor halls, will help you learn a little more about the history of Asia.

Find: Changshou Road (intersection of lines 7, 13)

Schedule and prices: every day from 8.00 to 20.00, ticket price is 20 yuan.

Shanghai attractions. Long Hua Pagoda

Unfortunately, you won’t be able to get into the pagoda itself, because of the fear of collapse, entering it is strictly prohibited. However, to admire the beautiful building from the side by visiting temple complex, is not allowed.

How to get there: Longhua (intersection of lines 11 and 12).

Schedule and prices: from 7.00 to 16.30, 10 yuan.

Shanghai Zoo

This zoo is not a zoo in the usual way. Instead of just putting animals in cages and displaying them to the public, special pavilions were created with favorable living conditions for animals. In the Shanghai Zoo you can see the symbol and pride of China - the panda.

Find: Shanghai Zoo (line 10).

Schedule and prices: in the winter months the zoo is open from 8.30 to 16.30, from March to November from 8.00 to 17.00. Adult ticket 130 yuan, children 65. Children under six years old are free.

Visa to Shanghai for Russians

As such, there is no visa to Shanghai, of course, but there are different options to see Shanghai. If you are planning a trip to China, it makes sense to take care of obtaining a tourist visa to China. Detailed article with up-to-date information on how to get a visa to China is issued separately.

In case you are flying through Shanghai in transit, you can use the 144 hour air transit rule in Shanghai. In this case, you can stay in Shanghai for no more than 144 hours, after which you must leave the country. In the case of air transit, you can leave the country only by plane, land or sea ​​views transport are excluded.

To Shanghai from the airport

The blog already has about Shanghai airport, in which he described in detail all the nuances of arriving at the airport and how to get from the airport to the city. Showing routes from both international airports Shanghai.

Transport in Shanghai (metro, buses, ferries, taxis)

In a huge metropolis like Shanghai, ways to get around the city must be plentiful. Let's analyze the main modes of transport in Shanghai.

The most budgetary and most often the most convenient way see all the sights of Shanghai. The approximate cost of a journey in the Shanghai subway is from three to ten yuan, depending on the route. The operating time of the metro of each individual line varies, but on average, the operating hours Shanghai metro from 05.30 to 23.00. On the this moment, there are 14 different branches in Shanghai, below you can see the Shanghai metro map, and by clicking on the link you will be taken to the official website of the Shanghai metro.

"Shanghai Metro Map"

Buses

The city has a huge network bus service. The vast majority of Shanghai attractions can be reached by subway and then walk. But there are places to which you have to go by bus. As a rule, bus fare is two yuan. If the bus long distance, the fare can reach up to five yuan.

Ferries

In the touristy and busy areas of the city, you can find ferry crossings. Swimming from shore to shore will usually cost 1-2 yuan. Ferries run frequently, the interval is 10-15 minutes.

Taxi

Taxi fares in Shanghai start at RMB 12 per landing. Further, 2 yuan for each kilometer traveled. At night, rates increase by 30%.

Shanghai Hotels

I decided to make a review of Shanghai hotels in a separate article. The choice of hotels in Shanghai is huge. There are budget hostels for 40-50 yuan per bed in a dormitory room, there are luxury 5-star hotels, and there is something in between. In a review article about Shanghai hotels you will find concrete examples for different price categories of hotels.

Weather in Shanghai

Seaside vacation Shanghai

I tried in vain to find at least some positive information about what a seaside vacation in Shanghai is like. People who live in Shanghai for a long time unanimously claim that there is no quality beach holiday in Shanghai. There are a huge number of Chinese on the beaches, it is dirty, and the quality of water in the coastal zone leaves much to be desired. If you are interested in a beach holiday in China, you may be useful guide on the island of Hainan, which is based on my personal experience stay on a resort island.

How many people are in Shanghai

If you are wondering how many residents there are in Shanghai, it is not possible to get an exact answer. In Shanghai, in addition to officially registered residents, there are a lot of visitors and illegal immigrants. According to official figures, about 25 million people live in Shanghai and the surrounding area.

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Shanghai is the financial center of China, with a developed industry and culture. A large city (enclave) of central subordination, as well as a port, with the largest cargo turnover in the world. The multinationality of the inhabitants contributes to the increasing role of the metropolis in the development of relations with Western countries. In one of the districts of Shanghai, Pudong, the architectural solutions of the streets and high-rise buildings resemble the modern quarters of American and European cities. However, Shanghai, with well-defined development zones, can still please tourists with both historical sights and modern unique achievements in construction. Next, consider the main attractions in shanghai.

1. TV tower "Pearl of the East"

The Shanghai TV Tower "Pearl of the East", whose height is 468 m, was built in 1994. high building in Asia, it is based on reinforced concrete cylinders with a diameter of 9 m, as well as several spheres. This is the main attraction of Pudong, erected in the Lujiazui Special Zone. The state has provided significant tax incentives to businesses located there, which has turned this area of ​​Shanghai into a financial center. Therefore, it is not surprising that a TV tower and skyscrapers were built here, embodying modern look China. The TV tower not only carries out television broadcasting and conducts radio broadcasts, first of all, it is a famous Shanghai landmark, which not only the people of China dream to visit, but also tourists from many countries of the world.

2. French Quarter in Shanghai

The French Quarter is one of the most popular tourist spots in Shanghai. This small area is located between Jiulu and Huaihai Roads. Unusual for the East, architectural techniques and solutions in its buildings are due to the fact that from the middle of the nineteenth century to 1946 there was a French concession - the territory under the control of France. It was here that Russian emigrants rushed after the October Revolution, by the 30s they made up a third of all foreigners living in the city. There is still a Russian building on Gaolan Street. Orthodox Church St. Nicholas, built in 1934. A little further away you can see the residence of the first head of the Chinese government - Sun Yat-sen. Of interest to tourists may be the building in which the Communist Party of China was established. It happened in 1921 at an illegal meeting held with the participation of Mao Zedong.

3. Bund Waitan

This one and a half kilometer section of Sun Yat Sen Street, in the eastern part of Huangpu, has several names, meaning “pier” or “shore” in different languages. In addition to the main one, it is called the Shanghai embankment, as well as the Bund or the Band. Exactly this popular place, where episodes for movies are often filmed, most of the tourist routes. Indeed, many of Shanghai's historical landmarks are located here, because of which the authorities have limited the construction of high-rise buildings. The Bund - real museum world architecture, in addition, here is the Consulate General Russian Federation in Shanghai.

4. Jin Mao Tower

"Golden prosperity" - this is how the official name of the tower is translated into Russian. The structure is one of the tallest Asian skyscrapers, which already makes the tower obligatory place to visit in Shanghai. Lujiazui Subway Station is nearby. Celebrations in honor of the opening of the Jin Mao Tower took place on August 28, 1998. And this is not accidental, because the proportions and construction calculations were based on the number 8, which is traditionally associated in China with well-being. The building has 88 full floors and 5 more floors of a gazebo. The central frame of the skyscraper is also octagonal, surrounded by eight composite columns and eight steel ones. The construction of the skyscraper is very reliable. The building will withstand gusts of hurricane winds, the speed of which can reach up to 200 km/h. Granite, stainless steel, aluminum were used in the construction of the outer walls, they are covered with special pipe gratings. The Jin Mao Tower houses a comfortable hotel, many restaurants and office space.

5. Yu Yuan Garden

Yu Yuan Garden (Garden of Joy), founded in the 16th century, is considered to be one of the main and most visited attractions of Shanghai. This is not just a garden, but rather a park, or even a kind of landscape complex, which includes ponds with unusual bridges and goldfish living in them, decorative stone compositions, and a number of historical buildings. Throughout its history, the garden has been destroyed more than once. It was completely recreated only in 1956. Tourists are attracted here by the most beautiful artificial hills, rare species of trees, buildings built in a pronounced oriental style.

6. Shanghai Museum

History buffs will be interested in visiting the Shanghai Museum of Ancient Chinese Art in Shanghai, founded in 1952. It is located on People's Square. Within the walls of the museum are collections of calligraphic writing, ancient ceramic and bronze products. Of great interest to visitors are jade figurines, ancient coins, household items - traditional furniture made of rare woods that have survived to our time, paintings. The museum contains items that are especially significant for the whole country. Among them is a “transparent” bronze mirror, one of only three existing in the world, made by Chinese craftsmen during the Han Dynasty. The architectural design of the building itself is rather unusual. On a square base there is a spherical dome, symbols of earth and sky in accordance with Taoist traditions.

7. Car Museum

The Automobile Museum is a very interesting attraction in the city of Shanghai, created in early 2007 by German and Chinese car manufacturers united for this purpose. The museum building with an open terrace at the top presents exhibitions covering various periods of history - from the invention of the wheel by man, to modern cars and the development of models of the future. On the second floor there is an exhibition of European and American vintage cars. The area of ​​the museum is 1.17 hectares, so it is not surprising that a special transfer can be used to move around the five huge pavilions. The expositions are complemented by interactive displays and video films.

8. Amusement park "Valley of happiness"

Happy Valley Park is located in the southwest of Shanghai, with numerous attractions, water slides and comic pavilions. The technologies used in its construction ensure complete safety for vacationers. This amusement park is considered the best place vacation in Shanghai is not only for the whole family, but also for young people as well as the elderly. Interesting events are offered for each category of visitors. On the territory of the complex there are cafes, cocktail bars and various souvenir shops. There are about 40 attractions in the park, the impression from visiting which will remain for a long time. The most popular is the Wooden Coaster, which is over 1 km long. Thrill-seekers will love the 90° Diving Coaster, which will keep riders in the water but still dry. Near the attraction "Mountain River" there are also always a lot of people cheerfully watching the adventures of sailing in a round boat along a seething artificial river.

9. Jade Buddha Temple

This unique temple in Shanghai is an active Buddhist monastery. The jade statues of Buddha Shakyamuni located in it were brought at the end of the 19th century by sea from Burma. The figures of the Sitting Buddha (about 2 m high, weighing 3 tons) and the reclining Buddha were placed in a temple specially built for them. In the last century, the statues were moved to a new building, in which, since 1985, meditations, lectures on religion were resumed, and monastic life was completely revived. This historic Shanghai landmark is open to the public. During the tour, you can relax in one of the small restaurants, or light and put an incense stick in the censer.

10. Longhua Pagoda

Longhua Pagoda is the oldest historical building in China, it was built almost two thousand years ago. The height of the building is about forty meters, but you can see and examine the pagoda only from a distance, it has not been possible to enter it for several decades. This is due to the fact that the building, due to its antiquity, is constantly undergoing full-scale restoration and reconstruction. Longhua Pagoda is slightly tilted, like leaning tower of pisa. You can approach it completely free of charge, and the entrance to the Longhua temple complex, of which it is part, costs only 10 yuan.

The sights of Shanghai can be described for a very long time. This is The largest city China, which is not limited to the places listed above. Visit Shanghai and see for yourself!

Shanghai is the financial center of Asia, the most European city China where foreigners feel at home!

If you are going on a trip to the Middle Kingdom, you should definitely visit this metropolis in order to feel all the greatness and power of urban architecture. It is here that traditional Chinese life and modern innovations of the West are combined into one whole.

Let's take a look at the most spectacular

1. Bund and Nanjing Road

The number 1 place in Shanghai, which gives you the opportunity to get a complete picture of the scale of the city of 34 million! It offers a view of the financial center of Pudong city.

2. Yu Yuan Garden of Joy

A place after visiting which you simply cannot remain indifferent. Gardens keep in themselves cultural heritage China for many years. Around reigns the spirit of tradition and antiquity.

You can learn more about the Gardens of Joy.

3. TV tower "Pearl of the East"

One of the tallest buildings in Asia. The height is as much as 468 meters. The tower got its name in honor of the design idea - its levels are made in the form of glass balls, allegedly symbolizing pearls. At an altitude of 263 meters, there is a glass observation deck, where you literally get the opportunity to lie down over Shanghai) On the platform, located at an altitude of 360 meters, there is a restaurant where you can taste delicious dishes and admire the panorama of the city.

The cost of visiting the glass observation deck - 160 yuan (about $30), dinner at the restaurant 300 yuan (about $45).

4. French Quarter

In the city center there is a whole block with beautiful French streets, shops and bars. The fact is that historically it so happened that Shanghai changed hands between the Chinese, the British and the French during constant wars. And so it happened that the French left their contribution to the development of the city, rebuilding houses in their own way. In general, being here, for some time you even forget that you are in China.

You can start your walk in the French Quarter by getting off at the metro station Da Pu Qiao (打浦桥) 9 branch. Move towards the station Xin Tian Di (新天地).

4. Shanghai Circus "ERA"

I will say briefly. If you want to see one of the most spectacular circus performances in the world - then you are here! Here are incredible tricks that reveal the possibilities of the human body.

5. Shanghai Zoo

The second largest zoo in China (after Beijing). More than 600 species of wild animals live here in comfort and coziness. The “highlights” of the zoo are the panda (I hope you are lucky to catch her awake), the cheerful King Kong and the incredibly funny kangaroos.

The zoo is located at the metro station Shanghai ZOO (上海动物园), line 10.

6. Jade Buddha Temple

This is Holy place- the oldest among the temples of Shanghai. According to legend, Longhua Pagoda appeared in 242. Despite the fact that wood and stone were used as building materials, the then architects managed to build a 40-meter building. It has been preserved, but in a mothballed form: due to the dilapidation of the building, it is dangerous to go inside. But a new temple was erected nearby in the 19th century. You can admire both wonderfully beautiful buildings on Longhua Road.

It is so unusual to meet a piece of Europe in the middle of a Chinese metropolis. They say it's the most romantic place in Shanghai. The French Quarter is located at the intersection of Jiulu and Huaihai streets. Where did this European "oasis" come from? It's simple: a century ago emigrants lived here, by the way, the third part of the then quarter was Russian. The Chinese have preserved the architecture, after the restoration of the building they have a magnificent view. The abundance of old bricks, narrow streets paved with paving stones, an ancient cathedral, many cozy cafes with summer terraces, hundred-year-old trees that save during the sun - all this makes the attraction attractive for tourists. Join us, because Chinese Europe is so unusual and exciting. How to find the French Quarter? Get off at Huangpi subway station.

Imagine, in Shanghai, in the heart of the French Quarter, a monument to Pushkin “settled”, but not because the poet lived here, but as a tribute to Russian emigrants driven from their native land by the October Revolution. There used to be a large Russian society in Shanghai, in honor of the 100th anniversary of the death of the poet, our fellow countrymen asked the local authorities for just such a gift - a monument to Pushkin. True, it was destroyed more than once, but the statue was invariably restored, it is still alive to this day, so come and admire it.

One of the symbols of Shanghai, proof of the lightning-fast development of the country. The height of the tower is almost 500 meters, which makes it possible to rank the Pearl of the East among the tallest buildings in Asia. In appearance, the tower represents 15 spheres of different sizes, connected at different distances from each other. These spheres look like pearls - hence the name of the attraction. In the evening, the tower is transformed, glowing and flashing with colored lights. It is said to be the most mesmerizing light show in Shanghai. Inside, it is no less interesting, especially on the observation decks, which offer a charming view of the city and make great pictures. What else is on the territory of the tower? Museum, restaurants, souvenir shops and shops, galleries and halls, ready to accommodate almost 2 thousand people at the same time. Don't worry, you don't have to walk 500 meters into the sky, there are 6 elevators, and they are so spacious that some of them are capable of transporting 50 visitors at once. The ascent time to the top is only 40 seconds. The attraction is open daily from 8.30 am to 5 pm. The pleasure costs 150 yuan or 24 dollars. You can get to the Pearl of the East both by metro (Lujiazui station) and by bus (No. 81 and 961).

Interested in the history, "biography" of China? Then you should go to the Shanghai Museum, where more than 8 thousand entertaining exhibits have gathered under one roof, opening the veil into the country's past. The exposition is divided into 3 halls and 11 galleries. Here you can find anything - from coins to furniture, because the history is many-sided. Not only the internal content of the museum is interesting, but also the architectural style - the base of the four-story building is square - symbolizing the earth by Taoist standards, and the dome is round, imitating heaven. The Shanghai Museum lives on People's Square, is available for inspection, and, free of charge, from 9 am to 5 pm.

Museum of Science and Technology

This attraction is considered the brightest and most grandiose among its kind. Technogenic design, spectacular presentation, three-dimensional screens, robots and the secrets of inventions seem to take visitors into the future. Opening hours (except Mondays) are: 09.00-17.15. However, please note that the ticket office closes at 16.30. Entrance is 60 RMB or less than $10. Other details at www.sstm.org.cn.

The maritime exposition opened in 2010. Construction and collection of exhibits were carried out for more than one year, because the museum was conceived as a symbol of Shanghai gaining the honorary title of a shipping center. The doors of the Museum of Navigation open at 9.30, you can enter until 16.00. On Monday, the staff rests. It costs 40 yuan or about 6 dollars. Look for a landmark on Shengang Street.

Since 2006, a branch of the House of Sculptures has been successfully operating in Shanghai. Here you can get acquainted with wax copies of many stars, as well as take wonderful pictures in an embrace with celebrities. It is convenient to get to the sights by metro, you should get off at the People's Square station. Next, you will see a scarlet sign "Madame Tussauds Museum", go into the building and go up to the 10th floor.

The 400-year-old park, also called the Mandarin Garden, has become famous throughout the world for its beauty and medieval Chinese style. Centuries-old mighty trees, picturesque ponds, bright fish and turtles, an abundance of bridges, cozy gazebos, ancient architecture - can all these beauties leave at least one tourist indifferent?! Yu Yuan Garden is like a museum of history, only natural, come to get acquainted with Chinese flora from 8.30 am to 5 pm. Prepare 40 yuan ($6) for entry. You can get to the park by taking bus number 11, 55, 906 or 926.

Veka Park

No less picturesque, but recently born - at the turn of the century, the park, in fact, which received its name thanks to the opening in 2000, occupies a huge area in the Pudong region. There are gardens, and forests, and lakes, and canals, and gazebos, and cafes, and sports grounds, and sometimes competitions and festivals, the most beautiful of which is the international competition for creating sculptures from flowers. You can ride boats, cars, carousels and, of course, take breathtaking pictures. The entrance to the Park of the Century is symbolic - 10 yuan (1.5 dollars), and there are plenty of pleasures. You can come early - at 7 am, the gates close at exactly 6 pm. More detailed description available here: www.centurypark.com.cn.

shanghai zoo

About 6,000 "residents" peacefully coexist on the territory of the zoo, of which about 10% are rare. The Shanghai Zoo is humane, so the inhabitants are created close to natural living conditions, the number of cells involved is minimal. On the territory you can meet pandas, kangaroos, giraffes, penguins, monkeys and many equally interesting animals. The zoo is not similar to its kind, it is very green, there are many trees, flowers - in total more than 600 species of "representatives" of the flora. The entrance is symbolic - 30 yuan, which does not even reach 5 dollars. The gates of the menagerie open at 8 am, it is allowed to admire the animals until 5 pm.

Oceanarium

The Shanghai Oceanarium is one of the most worthy of its kind on the planet. The live "exposition" is divided into 8 thematic zones, and the 9th hall is dedicated to the culture of different peoples.
Most of the inhabitants of the aquarium, among which there are rare species, are "representatives" of Chinese reservoirs. The aquarium is located in the already familiar Pudong area. A ticket costs 160 yuan ($25), for children the price is 20% lower. You can get to the fish by bus number 81, 85, 82 and 774.

Shanghai is a big box of sights that you have a chance to crack open.

It is most convenient to arrive in today's Shanghai from Beijing on high-speed train G1. Four hours and forty-eight minutes of incredible comfort in a chair that easily turns into a bed, with flying views outside the window and futuristic food (tickets can be bought at english.ctrip.com/trains/beijingnan-to-shanghaihongqiao/g1/). The city of cultural melting pot, whose center was laid out by far-sighted European traders 160 years ago, is today a magnet for people who want to experience tomorrow today. The population is not inferior to Beijing, and the air is much fresher: the proximity of the sea affects. Shanghai has over 6,000 skyscrapers that continue to grow day by day, and as a result, a constant chorus of jackhammers. It seems that this city seeks to set all benchmarks for modern world. In any case, it is interesting and fun to the point of dizziness.

Embankment Bund (Waitan)

The 1100-meter embankment is the backbone of Shanghai. Since the beginning of the 20th century, it has been one of the most prosperous ports in Asia. The buildings overlooking the bay date from 1900–1930. A mixture of styles, stucco facades, designer boutiques, restaurants and bars. While walking around, make sure to try to walk through the revolving door of the former HSBC China office (now Shanghai Pudong Development Bank, 12 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu) and appreciate the original ceiling and wall paintings. In 1925, upon completion of construction, the British declared this building the most exquisite in the Eastern Hemisphere. Pudong business district - the ultra-modern face of Shanghai - appears on the other side in all its neon glory. He defies the old-fashioned arrogant Bund. An underwater tunnel leads to Pudong from the embankment, through which glass trolleys will slowly transport you under special lighting effects. All this is reminiscent of a journey to the center of the Earth, at the core of which, as they say, is the underworld. In general, if you want to understand what kind of China the Chinese dream of, visit Pudong. It is the sanctuary of international financial institutions and a symbol of China's movement towards reform, where vanity has taken the form of glass and concrete.

Xintiandi District

This area is also called the "French Quarter" - due to the fact that it was in this part of the city that the French concession used to be, and since 1917, Russians who fled from the revolution began to flock here. By the 20s and 30s Russian population accounted for one third of the total number of foreigners in Shanghai. This place is considered the most beautiful, romantic and unusual corner of Shanghai - it will be especially appreciated by hikers. Doors, paving stones, brick walls, balconies - all this creates an atmosphere of the 1920s in the Xintiandi area. the main street, where all the most bourgeois restaurants, teahouses and bars of the area are located, is called Yandang Liu. Next to it is the house where the "father of the nation" Sun Yat-sen lived, where, ironically, the Chinese Communist Party was founded. Maoming Nan Liu Street is famous for its abundance of clubs and bars, and many of them are open until the morning. Huaihai Zong Liu is considered the main shopping street of Xintiandi district, and at the crossroads of this street and Shaanhi Nan Liu, there is the main market of Shanghai - Sanyang, which sells almost everything: clothes, shoes, souvenirs and appliances.

Open Antique Market on Dongtai Street (Dongtai Lu)

Many of the "antiques" are modern fakes. However, no one really hides this. Posters from the 1930s with glamorous smiling ladies or figurines of Chairman Mao playing table tennis... Here you can buy everything from trinkets to various pieces of furniture, including the former props of old Shanghai theaters. How can you pass up the chance to bring back something truly rare and authentic from China? Laoximen Station, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, daily

Motorcycle city tour with Insiders

One of better ways see Shanghai - from the sidecar of a motorcycle. The rumbling of the Chang Jiang 750, the Chinese version of the Soviet Ural motorcycle, does not interfere with communication with the driver at all. Moreover, all driver-guides are, as a rule, Europeans who have lived in Shanghai for a long time and love old motorcycles. They will gladly show you the tidbits of the city, which are not mentioned in the guidebooks. These people are the best escorts for themed trips such as Shanghai Art Deco, Antique Stores, or a tour of the colonial quarters. shanghaiinsiders.com; [email protected]

Restaurant Din Tai Fung

There are plenty of places in Shanghai where you can taste dim sum, but it is believed that the most delicious ones are molded in a small Taiwanese Din Tai Fung dumpling chain. The place where the institution is located is unremarkable - this is one of the many shopping malls. But usually there is nowhere for an apple to fall: for dim sums and wonton soups, everyone comes here - from Hollywood stars to ordinary Chinese. The dough is the most delicate, there are several dozens of fillings, but the classic version of dim sum is with a juicy minced pork filling that melts in your mouth. Xintiandi South Block, Building 6, Floor 2, Shop 11a

Restaurant Hai Di Lao Hot Pot

Hai Di Lao restaurants are terribly popular throughout the country - especially among the Chinese themselves. Hot Pot ("hot pot") - originally a derivative of Sichuan cuisine. There are three of them in Shanghai, and in each one, most likely, you will have to stand in line. But it's worth it. Hai Di Lao offers to brighten up waiting for a table with a manicure, back massage or shoe shine. And then you are seated at a large round table, on which they immediately put a cauldron with boiling broth (you can take a spicy, generously seasoned with chili pepper, or, for example, mushroom), where you will need to lower the raw beef, lamb, pork, shrimp cut into thin slices with chopsticks , spinach, tofu and other ingredients. The meat is cooked in minutes - it turns out a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner.

Flair Lounge Bar

To the new rooftop bar Hotel The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong (58th floor) The vibrant cosmopolitan crowd likes to go for an aperitif - take a bird's-eye selfie against the backdrop of Shanghai skyscrapers, dine on tapas and ceviche and drink prosecco or signature rose petal cocktail. AT good weather you can sit on the outdoor terrace - unless, of course, you are afraid of heights. ritzcarlton.com

Jing an Shangri-La Hotel

Restaurant Calypso Restaurant   &   Lounge

The two-story wooden pavilion, which houses one of the most fashionable establishments in Shanghai now, was designed by the Japanese architect Shigeru Ban (a Pritzker Prize winner - in architecture it is an analogue of the Nobel Prize - and the author, among many other sensational projects around the world, of one of the pavilions of the Garage Center in Moscow). The restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, primarily Italian. With the light hand of an Italian chef named Bruno Ferrari, cooking here turns into a performance. The pizza is especially good, which is baked in a real Neapolitan wood-fired oven. The restaurant is adjacent to the new Jing An Shangri-La luxury hotel, located in a 60-story skyscraper in the heart of Jin An district. Literally outside the door are the most expensive boutiques, endless malls and sparkling business centers, as well as the most curious house-museum The Mao House, where Mao Zedong once lived. The Jing An Shangri-La Hotel itself also deserves attention. Some giant rooms with panoramic windows and breathtaking views are worth it! Local steakhouse The 1515 West, Chophouse & Bar serve excellent Australian beef, Raw Bar always has fresh oysters and seafood, and the hotel's Chi Spa with a 25-meter pool has already become famous for its holistic treatments. shangri-la.com, calypsoshanghai.com