The magic of Shanghai is that once you come, your heart never wants to leave.

Here’s an ultra-detailed Shanghai travel guide covering attractions, food, transportation, accommodation, and off-the-beaten-path experiences to help you conquer the city! --- ### **I. Must-Visit Attractions** **1. The Bund & Lujiazui** - **The Bund**: Century-old architectural complex (best for night photography). Highlights: - Waibaidu Bridge (filming location for *Romance in the Rain*) - Customs House, Peace Hotel - **Lujiazui**: Shanghai’s iconic "Three Giants": - Shanghai Tower (118th-floor "Shanghai Summit" observatory) - Oriental Pearl Tower (glass-bottomed skywalk) - Shanghai World Financial Center - **Transport**: Metro Line 2/10 to East Nanjing Road Station (Bund); Line 2 to Lujiazui Station. **2. Yu Garden & City God Temple** - **Yu Garden**: Ming Dynasty classical garden, ¥40 entry (reservation needed in peak season). - **City God Temple**: Snack street (overpriced, better for browsing than eating). - **Hours**: Yu Garden 8:30 AM–4:30 PM; City God Temple same. **3. Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street** - China’s No. 1 shopping street. Don’t miss: - Time-honored brands: Shen Dacheng (green rice cakes), Shao Wansheng (drunken delicacies) - Modern malls: New World City, Shimao Plaza. **4. Disneyland** - **Must-rides**: TRON Lightcycle Power Run, Soaring Over the Horizon, Pirates of the Caribbean. - **Tips**: Early Entry Pass for 1-hour early access; check wait times on the official app. - **Transport**: Metro Line 11 to Disney Station. **5. Other Highlights** - **Tianzifang**: Artsy alleyways (commercialized but photogenic). - **Xintiandi**: Shikumen architecture + trendy eateries (e.g., Shake Shack). - **Wukang Road**: Century-old sycamore-lined street; spot Wukang Mansion and Ba Jin’s former residence. --- ### **II. Hidden Gems** **1. Museum & Art Tour** - **Shanghai Museum** (free, reservation required): Bronze ware and calligraphy. - **China Art Museum** (former Expo China Pavilion): Free, featuring the animated *Along the River During Qingming Festival*. - **Long Museum (West Bund)**: Industrial-chic space for contemporary art. **2. Local Life** - **Yuyuan Road/Anfu Road**: Cafés (%Arabica), boutique shops. - **Shanyin Road (Hongkou)**: Lu Xun’s former home, old Shanghai lanes. - **Zhujiajiao Water Town**: Direct access via Metro Line 17; canal views. **3. Nightlife** - **Bund Origin**: Historic-building bars (e.g., The Nest). - **Julou 158**: Club hub (Taxx, Found 158). --- ### **III. Food Guide** **1. Shanghainese Cuisine** - **Classic spots**: - Lao Zheng Xing (shrimp in oil, braised pork intestines) - Guangming Cun (fresh meat mooncakes, soy sauce duck) - **Budget picks**: Lan Xin Restaurant (braised pork), Hai Jin Zi (scallion pork chops). **2. Street Food & Night Markets** - **Shengjian**: Yang’s Fry-Dumpling (chain), Da Hu Chun (crispy-bottomed). - **Xiaolongbao**: Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant (Yu Garden), Jia Jia Tang Bao. - **Night markets**: Pengpu (Linfen Road), Zhoupu. **3. Trendy Eateries** - **Crab roe noodles**: Yu Xing Ji (crab yolk noodles). - **Brunch**: RAC Bar (crêpes), O’mills Bakery. --- ### **IV. Transportation** - **Metro**: Citywide coverage; use "Metro Metropolis" app for QR code tickets. - **Bus**: Alipay’s "Shanghai Public Transport QR Code". - **Taxis**: DiDi/Gaode app; avoid rush hours. - **Airports**: - Pudong (Metro Line 2/maglev); - Hongqiao (Metro Line 10). --- ### **V. Accommodation** - **Luxury**: Bund area (The Peninsula, W Hotel). - **Mid-range**: West Nanjing Road/Jing’an Temple (Jinjiang Inn, Atour). - **Hostels**: Together Youth Hostel (metro-adjacent). --- ### **VI. Tips** 1. **Weather**: Humid summers (bring umbrellas); chilly, damp winters. 2. **Language**: Mandarin works; elders may speak Shanghainese. 3. **Tickets**: Book Disney/museum tickets online early. 4. **Avoid scams**: Opt for ¥2 ferry rides (Dongjin Line) over pricey Bund cruises. --- ### **7-Day Itinerary** - **Day1**: Bund→Nanjing Road→Yu Garden→City God Temple - **Day2**: Disneyland - **Day3**: Shanghai Museum→Xintiandi→Tianzifang - **Day4**: Wukang Road→Anfu Road→Xujiahui Library - **Day5**: Zhujiajiao→Hongqiao Night Market - **Day6**: Lujiazui→Pudong Art Museum (sunset views) - **Day7**: Shopping (iapm/IFC Mall) --- Customize this guide to your interests! Shanghai blends skyscrapers with local charm—enjoy your adventure!