- Buses #24, #96 from Jianguo West Road
- Coaches #17, #41, #146, #786 from Shaanxi South Road
- Buses #36, #786, #869, #932, #933, #986, and the Bridge Line #1 or Tunnel Line #8 from Chongqing South Road
- Bus #304 to Jianguo Zhonglu Ruijin Erlu Stop
- Buses #104, #301, #864, or #955 to Ruijin Hospital stop
Alternatively, by Metro, use Line #9 to alight at Dapu Road station and walk to the right to reach Tianzifang.
While exploring Tianzifang, consider visiting nearby attractions such as the Shanghai Zoo, Shanghai Botanical Garden, St Ignatius Cathedral, and Zhujiajiao Old Town. Most shops operate between 10 am and 11 pm, with bars staying open late into the morning. Travel Tips: For a hassle-free holiday, plan and manage your time effectively. The subway line #9, exiting at Dapuqiao station through Taikang Road’s Exit #1, is the fastest and easiest route. Start your exploration from the 3-lane intersection or Lane #270-Tianzifang, which is close to the subway station and serves as an ideal starting point. You can also explore Lane #248-Tianchengli and #274-Pingyuanfang, which are the three primary lanes of Tianzifang at the intersection. From Lane #270, you can delve into the area’s art vendors, galleries, designers, and artists reminiscent of the 1980s. This area is rich with studios, craft stores, shikumen-designer houses, bars, cafes, creative industry vendors, and restaurants. Renowned artist Chen Yifei once had his studio here, contributing to the preservation of this traditional area. If shopping isn’t your focus, enjoy the architecture and the old-world charm of the narrow, interconnected lanes and alleys that always lead back to one of the main streets. Start early, hone your bargaining skills, and respect the privacy of the residents living above the commercialized area. Photography is allowed, but be mindful of the local dwellers. A clean toilet is available opposite the Starbucks outlet. Attractions Nearby: Sinan Mansions, an old Shanghai-style residential complex now serving as cafés and art spaces, is within walking distance from Tianzifang. Xintiandi, a fashionable shopping destination, is located south of Middle Huaihai Road in downtown Shanghai. The northern part boasts old Shikumen residences and Chinese tenement architecture from the 1900s, while the southern area is modern and upscale.
