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Top 10 Attractions

There might 100 answers if you ask 100 people about the top 10 Shanghai attractions in their minds. We selected the top 10 attractions in Shanghai based our customers’ inquiries, so we believe you will also like most of them.

Tongli Water Town

Located in Suzhou, Tongli Water Town is only around 100 kilometers away from Shanghai. Although it is not a part of Shanghai, the water town became the most popular day-trip attraction for people who live in Shanghai in recent years. It takes only around 1.5 hours to go to the Tongli Water Town by car or bus and there are less tourists there than most other attractions. People in Shanghai can touch the authentic water town culture in a very convenient way. The Tuisi Garden in the Tongli Water Town is a world heritage listed by the UNESCO, so tourists can enjoy the garden and water town cultures at the same time in Tongli. Learn about Tongli Culture>>

Signboard Bridge Tongli

Sighboard Bridge in Tongli Water Town

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

The 468 meters high tower, which is the highest in Asia and the third highest in the world, was put into construction on July 30th, 1991 and completed on october 1st, 1994. it faces the bund across the Huangpu River. With eleven steel spheres in various sizes Hanging from the blue sky to the green grassland, the body of the tower creates and admirable image, which is described in an ancient chinese verse as: large and small pearls dropping on a plate of jade. Ascend the Tower >>

The Bund

The bund, which extends from Jinling Road in the south to the Waibaidu Bridge in the north, is a 1.5-kilometer-long boulevard on the western bank of the Huangpu River. Walking along Zhongshan Road, not only can visitors enjoy the scenery of Huangpu River but have a glimpse of the development of Lujiazui district on the other side. The architecture along the bund is unanimously honored as a "world architectural fair". Stroll on the Bund >>

Night View of the Bund

Night View of the Bund

Yuyuan Garden

Yuyuan Garden was first established in Ming Dynasty by Pan yunduan who used to be the governor of Sichuan and later expanded greatly. Yuyuan Garden was considered the best garden in southeast China. It enjoys a history of over 400 years since its first establishment by Pan yunduan who had intended to bring happiness and pleasure to his parents and relatives. Enter the Garden>>

Shanghai Disney Resort

Opened in June, 2016, the Shanghai Disney Resort is the first Disney theme park in China mainland. The colorful decoration and top technology make the resort one of the most popular destinations for couples and kids in China. Almost all characters in the Disney cartoons can be found in the resort. They become even more attractive when combined with the light and shadow effects. Exlplore Fairyland>>

Shanghai Tower

The design of the Shanghai Tower was confirmed in 2006. Its construction was finished in 2014. And it has been open to tourists since January, 2017. Sitting 632 meters (2,074 feet) above the ground, the Shanghai Tower is the highest building in China and the second highest in the world. Enjoy the new skyline of Shanghai>>

World Financial Center

The Shanghai World Financial Center is a super tall skyscraper. It is a mixed use skyscraper, which will consist of offices, hotels, conference rooms, observation decks, and shopping malls on the lower floors. The hotel component has 175 rooms and suites and goes by the name: The Park Hyatt, Shanghai. On September 14, 2007, the skyscraper reached 492.3 meters (1,615.2 ft) and became the tallest structure on mainland China. See More >>

Xintiandi

Xintiandi is located downtown nestled between the towering skyscrapers. Tt is one of the busiest urban tourist attractions and imbued with the city's historical and cultural legacies. Shanghai Xintiandi's Shikumen building was created by converting residential blocks into a multifunctional dining, retail and entertainment center flowing with restaurants, boutiques, cafes and bars of an international standard. See More Xintiandi Fashion >>

French Concession Region

The French Concession is an area of Shanghai once designated for the French colonialists and consists of today's Luwan and Xuhui Districts. It is said that the charm of Shanghai lies in the old street and neighborhoods that make up the former French Concession. It is a great area to explore, from the old European buildings in shady avenues to the cafes and restaurants and upmarket shopping area in Huaihu Road. You will find fashionable boutiques selling everything from designer handbags to pricey silks. Step into History and Elegance >>

Former French Concession

Former French Concession

Zhujiajiao Water Town

Zhujiajiao is the best-preserved ancient water town among the four ancient towns in Shanghai with a history of 1700 years. In the period of the Three Kingdoms there were already country fairs in Zhujiajiao and the business prospered in the Ming Dynasty. Now Zhujiajiao is a graceful and quiet town. walking on the zigzag stone pathway and the winding long lanes, you would feel like walking in an elegant and fresh painting. What to See in Zhujiajiao >>

Top Tour Packages

Suzhou Ancient Canal

Suzhou and Tongli Water Town Day Tour from Shanghai

For travelers with limited time, this is a perfect option to visit the essence of Suzhou gardens and a water town in a short time.

From $276

Tongli Bridge

Tongli Water Town Tour from Shanghai

This day tour includes private pickup and drop-off from Shanghai with a private local guide and a driver. Visit eseence of Tongli and enjoy a boat ride along the ancient canal.

From $155

Suzhou Garden

5-Day Shanghai, Suzhou and Tongli Combo by Bullet Train

This package tour covers must-see and must-do in Shanghai, Suzhou and Tongli. Accommodation, breakfasts and lunches are well arranged. A private local guide will lead you to know the area deeper in an interesting way.

From $799

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