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Night Attractions
Top 50 Night Attractions in Shanghai [2025]
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The Bund
4.8
/5
157588 reviews
10
Based on 19,588 reviews
The Bund Area | 1.8 km from downtown
Address: Zhongshan East Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai (Close to Huangpu River)
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
View Lujiazui skyscrapers afar
Distant view of Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone
Saved by 10773 users129050 positive reviews
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We boarded the boat at 5 o'clock and had a buffet first. The buffet was not very varied, but it was enough to eat. After eating, we sailed to enjoy the scenery. However, the merchant had enclosed the fourth floor deck as a private seat, 100 per person. The price was good, and it was really comfortable to sit and enjoy the view.
We boarded the boat at 5 o'clock and had a buffet first. The buffet was not very varied, but it was enough to eat. After eating, we sailed to enjoy the scenery. However, the merchant had enclosed the fourth floor deck as a private seat, 100 per person. The price was good, and it was really comfortable to sit and enjoy the view.
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Lujiazui
4.8
/5
3652 reviews
8.2
Based on 6 reviews
Lujiazui Area | 2.8 km from downtown
Address: Shanghai Pudong New Area
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Lujiazui skyscrapers stunning night views | Overlooking the Bund night views
Saved by 2085 users2891 positive reviews
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Lujiazui, located on the banks of the Huangpu River in Pudong New District, Shanghai, is one of the most dazzling business cards in Shanghai, an international metropolis. From Exit 2 of Lujiazui Station of Metro Line 2, it is surrounded by high-rise buildings and is bustling and shocking.
Lujiazui is undoubtedly a shining pearl of Shanghai and even China. This area, nestled along the Huangpu River, has transformed from a former tidal flat into a world-renowned financial center, bearing witness to China's rapid development since the reform and opening-up policy. Its skyline, punctuated by towering skyscrapers, features iconic structures such as the Shanghai Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center, and the Jinmao Tower, awe-inspiring, showcasing the beauty and power of modern architecture. The "Lujiazui Four-Piece Set" has become Shanghai's iconic landmark, attracting countless tourists for photo opportunities. As a core financial hub, it is home to numerous leading domestic and international financial institutions. Its bustling trading floors and bustling financial professionals convey a vibrant business atmosphere and economic vitality, making it a key window into the financial dynamics of China and the world.
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Shanghai Disney Resort
4.7
/5
270024 reviews
10
From JOD 39.390
Based on 2,366 reviews
Shanghai Disney Resort | 20.4 km from downtown
Address: Shanghai Disney Resort, Chuansha New Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Fireworks (Nightly) | Castle lights up at night | ‘Zootopia’ Celebration Projections
Saved by 21556 users164363 positive reviews
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The scenery here is really beautiful, just like in a fairy tale. There are characters everywhere during the day, and the castle is exactly the same as the castle in the fairy tale. The garden is also very beautiful, the flowers are very beautiful, and the nightlife is also very rich. The fireworks at night are very beautiful.
Thank you so much for letting me buy the item I'd always wanted. Thank you so much! Based on my personal experience, this store is reputable. The item is as good as a diamond. Thank you so much!
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Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
4.6
/5
48750 reviews
8.4
From JOD 33.470
Based on 16 reviews
Dishui Lake and Lin-gang Area | 54.2 km from downtown
Phone 4006016699
Address: No.166 Yinfei Road, Nanhui New Town, Pudong New District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Drone & fireworks Performance | 30,000+marine creatures | Popular rides
Saved by 4318 users43695 positive reviews
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In such hot weather, having a car was really cost-effective. I also had an express pass, which saved me a lot of time. By 5 pm, I had basically finished all the activities and had seen everything I wanted to see. It was worth the trip.
Overall, I feel that the price-performance ratio is good, but it would be better to open more 6-person charter cars. In hot weather, the driver is familiar with the route and we can avoid a lot of detours. The killer whale show, sea lion show, and dolphin show are all very exciting. The only shortcoming is that there are three of us, two adults and one child, because the 6-person car is sold out, we can only rent an 8-person car, which feels a bit expensive. The driver also took the initiative to give up his lunch break to ask us if we want to continue the tour. It is particularly good!
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Shanghai City God Temple
4.7
/5
10010 reviews
7.2
Based on 832 reviews
Yu Garden Area | 1.9 km from downtown
Phone 021-63284494
Address: No. 249 Fangzhu Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 100 – Night Attractions
Highlights:
Sample Shanghai cuisine at Green Ripple Gallery Night Market
Night view of the illuminated ancient buildings
Saved by 6773 users6473 positive reviews
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Jing'an Temple is a Buddhist temple located at No. 1686, Nanjing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China. Its history can be traced back to the Three Kingdoms period in the 3rd century AD. One of the four major Buddhist temples in Shanghai. Jing'an District, Shanghai is a wealthy area. Since Jing'an District is located in the center of Shanghai, the location advantage is extremely obvious. It is the only golden urban area in the city center where each district is located in the inner ring. Jing'an Temple, also known as Jing'an Ancient Temple, is located in Jing'an District, Shanghai. In the first year of Xiangfu in Song Dazhong (1008), it was renamed Jing'an Temple. In the ninth year of Jiading in the Southern Song Dynasty (1216), the temple moved into Lupu Boiling Jingbang (now Nanjing West Road) from the banks of the Wusong River, and the city was built earlier than Shanghai.
Yu Garden is indeed very beautiful. It is a classical Jiangnan garden in the style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, embodying the artistic style of "quiet, beautiful, exquisite and delicate". After restoration, it incorporates the functionality, practicality and decorative characteristics of Shanghai-style gardens.
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Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
4.7
/5
44596 reviews
7.1
Based on 4,710 reviews
People's Square Area | 833m from downtown
Address: Henan Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
No.16 of Best Things to Do in Shanghai
Highlights:
Walking street | Shoppingmalls | The famous street from People’s Square to the Bund
Saved by 6451 users38147 positive reviews
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A must-see attraction in Shanghai, this ancient commercial street is lined with businesses. No. 1 Food and No. 1 Department Store have gone through the changes of the times and keep pace with the times. Business is still booming. No matter when, there are always a lot of people here. The night view is beautiful, and you can feel the prosperity of Shanghai here.
[Shanghai Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street: Happy hometown for shopping and eating, fireworks and modern feeling coexist! ] Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, which must be punched in Shanghai, really deserves its reputation! Walking on this street, one side is the time-honored brands and trendy shops, and the other is the bustling crowd. The lively and lively atmosphere is too exciting. Let’s talk about shopping first, from the time-honored brands to the international brands. If you want to feel the feelings, go to the first food store, Shen Dacheng, buy some butterfly cakes, fresh meat moon cakes as a souvenir, and you have to taste a bite in line! Young friends can rush to various trendy brand stores, cultural and creative shops, and there are retro tuk-tuks on the side of the road when they are tired. Sitting on the street slowly to see the street view, there is an instant feeling of crossing the old Shanghai. Don't worry about eating! In addition to the old-fashioned pastries just said, there are raw fried, soup dumplings, ribs rice cakes on the street, and you will not step on thunder if you find a store. We tried a time-honored soup bag, thin juice, with ginger vinegar, that is, the meal point has to be queued, it is recommended that the pedestrian street is particularly clean, the signs are clear, and it is very comfortable to go shopping. In the evening, the lights were on, and the buildings on both sides were covered with neon. It was more modern than during the day. The photos were more than the film! And the traffic is super convenient, the subway is directly accessible, and you can walk to the Bund to see the night view after shopping. It is very pleasant to blow the wind all the way. The only small drawback may be that there are really too many people on holidays, and you have to squeeze in the store if you want to go shopping, but it is also because there are many people, that kind of hot and lively fireworks. In short, whether it is to feel the historical heritage of Shanghai, or simply want to go shopping and buy, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is worth a visit, recommended to all friends who come to Shanghai!
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Shanghai Romance Park
4.7
/5
3020 reviews
7.6
From JOD 27.450
Pudong New International Expo Center/World Expo Area | 5 km from downtown
Phone 4008888518
Address: No.1750 World Expo Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No.9 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Shanghai
Highlights:
Thousands of Costume Experiences
Spectacular Shanghai history told through song and dance
Saved by 1824 users2807 positive reviews
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A top choice for a trip with the whole family! The Shanghai Eternal Love experience is incredible.
Taking the elderly and children to Shanghai Eternal Love on a scorching summer day is a smart choice! The venue is mostly indoors, eliminating the need to brave the scorching sun. It's relaxing for the elderly and fun for the children, making it a delight for the whole family. The performances are incredibly diverse, with exciting magic tricks, thrilling acrobatics, hilarious clown interactions, and adorable animal performances. The children watched with rapt attention, their eyes agape, and their hearts aflutter. Every detail is meticulously crafted, ensuring both relaxation for the elderly and a delight for the children. This is a perfect choice for a family trip, and it deserves a five-star rating!
It was my first time at the Shanghai Romance Scenic Area. With both indoor and outdoor areas, it was perfect for someone like me who doesn't like heat and mostly stayed indoors. The "Shanghai Romance" show was truly a standout performance and was fantastic! It was just that it was crowded during the summer, so food at the area was a bit pricey. Otherwise, everything else was great.
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The Huangpu River Cruise
4.5
/5
1130 reviews
6.5
From JOD 10.860
The Bund Area | 1.8 km from downtown
Phone 021-53089007
Address: No. 141/ No. 481, Zhongshan East 2nd Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Boat ride: Bund & skyscraper views
Enjoy a Huangpu River cruise with dazzling night views
Saved by 2297 users704 positive reviews
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The dragon boat was fantastic, smooth sailings and clear views. There are clean bathrooms on board and enough seating for my trip in early August. I would NOT recommend the buffet, the quality of food is just not very good.
Tickets purchased online can be boarded at the designated pier with a QR code, which is very convenient!
You can arrive at the pier earlier and quickly get on board to find a seat with a good view in the cabin.
The entire tour process has a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Pujiang River, and it is even more beautiful to take pictures on the open deck.
You can bring your own food on board, sit and eat, watch and chat, beautiful, beautiful!
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Shanghai Happy Valley
4.7
/5
29027 reviews
7.2
From JOD 17.770
Based on 537 reviews
Sheshan, Songjiang University Town | 28.8 km from downtown
Phone 4006688022
Address: No.888, Linhu Road, Sheshan Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
No.12 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Shanghai
Highlights:
Live-action water show | Sky Water Polar
Numerous exciting rides & interactive
Saved by 1957 users15275 positive reviews
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The Fourth Shanghai Tourism Investment Promotion Conference, held on June 18th, released the 2025 Shanghai Cultural Tourism "Ten, Hundred, Ten Million" investment blueprint. Shanghai Super Happy Valley, located in the Sheshan National Tourism Resort, was a key project signed.
According to Hu Wei, General Manager of Shanghai Happy Valley, the project plans to invest 2.6 billion yuan to complete the renovation of Shanghai Happy Valley over an eight-year period, including the introduction of new rides and immersive performances. "For example, we plan to introduce Asia's first stand-up roller coaster in Phase 5 of the project."
Phase I of the Shanghai Super Happy Valley project is reportedly an upgrade to the Hurricane Bay area of the existing Happy Valley. Phases III and IV will focus on Chinese-themed and national trend themes. Phase I is expected to be completed in June 2027.
Happy Valley has a wide variety of attractions, including roller coasters, bungee jumping, and pendulums, as well as carousels and spinning tops suitable for children. The environment is beautiful, and the restaurants are especially affordable and delicious. The Shanghai Tang stage play is also very exciting! However, the haunted houses were disappointing and not very scary.
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LEGOLAND®SHANGHAI RESORT
4.4
/5
369 reviews
7.2
From JOD 31.500
LEGOLAND RESORT | 52.4 km from downtown
Address: No.999, Lebin Road, Fengjing Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai
No.13 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Shanghai
Saved by 615 users319 positive reviews
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Officially, this park is suitable for children under 12, so the overall design features high-contrast colors, emphasizing visual appeal over thrills.
The rides are designed to be gentle, perfectly fitting the LEGO theme. It feels like you've transformed into a miniature person and stepped into a world of bricks.
The kids are certainly excited, and recently, there haven't been any long lines.
Go experience the novelty of the world of bricks!
This newly opened park is perfect, except for its location far from downtown Shanghai!
Both children and adults love it! It's not too large, so it's not too strenuous. The centerpiece is the indoor area, perfect for children to build Lego sets while the elderly can relax and relax. It's so cool!
Looking forward to seeing you again! Can't wait for the water play area in the Wukong area to open soon.
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