The Bund
Waterfront icon
Historic façades facing Pudong’s futuristic skyline.
2 hours
Mapping your next journey
China in motion
Shanghai.
Shanghai Municipality
Art deco lanes, ambitious new architecture and riverfront energy make Shanghai endlessly rewarding on foot.
Global cityFood & designAll seasons
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Must-see spots
Iconic places you should not miss.
Former French Concession
Neighbourhood
Plane-tree streets, villas, cafés and independent shops.
Half day
West Bund
Art district
Major museums and long riverfront paths.
Half day
Yu Garden
Classical garden
Pavilions and rockeries in the old Chinese city.
2 hours
Gallery
Real places, real moments.
How to get there
Getting to Shanghai is easier than you think.
By air
Pudong and Hongqiao cover global and domestic routes.
45–70 min to central ShanghaiBy train
Hongqiao is a major high-speed rail hub.
45 min from HangzhouBy road
Metro is excellent; private transfers help with luggage.
1.5h to Suzhou gardensEditor’s picks
Three previews from 15 stays across high, mid-range and value tiers.
The Shanghai EDITION
Nanjing East Road
High-energy design with spectacular Bund views.
From A$438/night
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Traveller perspectives
Original editorial scenarios in short and detailed formats.
“The best city for simply walking and looking up.”
ER
Emily R.Australia
“Our architecture guide connected the Bund, lilong lanes and new galleries into one fascinating story. We covered a lot without feeling as though we were ticking boxes.”
DK
Daniel K.Singapore
“Excellent food, excellent pacing, excellent city.”
MT
Maya T.Canada
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