New Places to Play in Shanghai: Spend a Day at Songcheng and Feel the Charm of the Oriental Broadway

**Trip to Shanghai: A Day of Art, Culture, and Exotic Flavors** **Duration:** 1 day **Time:** May **[...]

**Trip to Shanghai: A Day of Art, Culture, and Exotic Flavors**

**Duration:** 1 day
**Time:** May
**Per Capita Cost:** 399 yuan
**With Whom:** Friends
**Ways to Play:** Food, shopping, photography, self-driving, independent travel, petty bourgeoisie, saving money, weekend tour

**My Journey:**

I embarked on a delightful journey to Shanghai, visiting the Huangpu River and Century Avenue. This trip was published on May 8, 2021, at 20:44. With the world beckoning, I was eager to explore, especially with the convenience of unlimited flight passes. As the privilege was set to expire in two months, I seized the opportunity to enjoy the May Day golden week. The allure of Songcheng Performing Arts, which had opened in Shanghai, was too great to resist, and I found myself immersing in the festive atmosphere.

**Songcheng in Shanghai:**

Located by the Huangpu River and in the Expo area, Songcheng in Shanghai boasts seven distinctive floors, each with its own unique charm, as if stepping into a fantasy world. It’s a leisure destination suitable for all ages, and I highly recommend experiencing a costume change to fully embrace the nostalgic scenes and the feeling of time travel. Expected to become a new popular check-in spot, Songcheng is set to be ‘Asia’s performing arts capital’ and ‘the world’s reception hall’, a prospect that excites me greatly.

**Details:**

– **Business Hours:** 10:00 – 21:00
– **Transportation:** Exit at Century Avenue on Line 13
– **Location:** No. 1750, Expo Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai

**Dining and Performance:**

I opted for the ‘Passionate Samba’ meal show, which offers a taste of South American style. Songcheng’s performing arts are the essence of the experience, with a variety of performances and ticket types catering to all age groups. The main attractions include ‘Eternal Love in Shanghai’, ‘Passionate Samba’, ‘Colors’, and ‘Wa! Dinosaurs’.

**The ‘Passionate Samba’ Experience:**

The ‘Passionate Samba’ is a 60-minute spectacle that combines dining with an exhilarating performance. With actors from South America, the show is a feast for the eyes and the palate. The South American style and Latin dance create an atmosphere of endless joy and excitement. Guests are advised to exchange their tickets early and enter the No. 5 theater before 18:00 for a seamless experience.

**Pre-Show Dining:**

A basket of whole wheat bread, smoked meat and vegetable salad, and red wine is set on each dining table, allowing hungry guests to nibble as they await the show. The South American actors, with their energetic drum dance from Argentina, set the stage for an unforgettable evening. Their infectious enthusiasm and cool moves with the beating drums sway the audience in unison.

**Interactive Performance:**

During the show, actors dancing with table lamps interact with the audience, providing a strong visual impact that keeps you captivated. Following the chef’s impressive roast chicken demonstration, a generous platter of grilled meats and desserts is served, satisfying the taste buds of everyone present.

**Culmination and Interactivity:**

The show reaches its peak with an enthusiastic invitation for audience members to join in a samba dance, enhancing the interactivity and bringing the atmosphere to a climax with dynamic music. This hour-long experience is truly delightful, offering a complete relaxation of both body and mind, allowing all life’s troubles to be momentarily forgotten.

**Song City’s Allure:**

With daily performances and weekly trendy parties, Song City’s vast area blends Chinese and Western cultures, giving it an international flair. The attractions within can keep visitors entertained for a whole day without the need for additional tickets, making it a paradise for both children and adults. The daily schedule and showtimes are clearly published, allowing visitors to plan their time accordingly. Each floor is distinctive, offering a complete range of dining, entertainment, and leisure activities, ensuring that a day spent exploring will not feel tiring.Outdoor performances mainly occur at venues such as the Bird Show Theater, Music Plaza, and Bubble Theater on the 1st floor. Families with children should not miss “The Forest’s Divine Birds.” This show not only educates about avian species but also features actors performing complex stunts with parrots. Various parrots display their talents like singing, rollerblading, cycling, bowling, and dancing, which keeps the audience entertained. “Magic Bubble Show” has a clown-like performer creating numerous bubbles to amuse the crowd. It has strong interactivity as he distributes balloons to visitors for a shared experience. “The Secrets of the Jungle” immerses the audience in a forest-like secret realm. Attractive foreign actors invite children to interact, creating an unstoppable wave of joy. “Miracle” is a magical performance where the magician astonishes everyone with unexpected tricks, captivating the audience’s attention and making them guess what will happen next.

Outdoors, there is a large area of grass and flower fields with many hammocks suitable for lounging in the sun and enjoying leisure time. The “Flower Dance” atop the Cliff Theater is particularly spectacular. A group of elegant ballet dancers gracefully dance with garlands. Their dazzling movements, combined with the views of the Huangpu River, are entrancing.

After enjoying the featured performances, it is recommended to explore each floor if time permits as there are many different surprises to be found. Those with bold spirits can experience the thrills of a haunted house like “Liaozhai Horror.” However, children are advised not to go alone due to the dark lighting and realistic, terrifying settings. Adult accompaniment is required. For those who wish to take photos, the Fairy House on the seventh floor is a must-visit. Ideally, wear long skirts as it offers a Hobbit-like setting without needing to travel to New Zealand. The romantically arranged flowers and plants make it a perfect spot for photos. Inside, the decorations also recreate scenes from the movies, making it ideal for picture-taking. Exiting the house, opposite is a climbing slide that children love, offering a unique fun experience as they climb up the ropes.

My personal favorite is the sixth floor, which is like a treasure trove. The Sky Bazaar displays goods like artworks, reminiscent of the Middle East and Arab regions. Visitors can purchase their favorites. Beams of light and shadow cascade from the transparent glass skylights, creating an ideal atmosphere for photography. Further inside, there is a place to rent costumes. If you wish to immerse in the past, you can rent a cheongsam for 150 yuan and capture a vintage photo session on the old Bund. Surrounded by antique items that exude a sense of history and silently narrate tales of yesteryears. There are also several photography-themed galleries with various styles, including the Upside-Down House, Horizontal House, Slanting House, Invisible House, Kaleidoscope, and more, which should not be missed. For those seeking a quiet space, consider visiting the Arabian Nights to chase the warm light in your heart.

As night falls, Song City’s enchanting atmosphere is accentuated by the colorful lights. It is perfect for a stroll on the terrace to witness the bustling night scene.

Conclusion: If you are in Shanghai and unsure where to visit, spend a day at Song City for a unique holiday experience. This is a brand-new entertainment park that defies imagination and meets all-round needs, allowing you to embark on your own “wonderful journey.”

Practical information on tickets and transportation: Shanghai Song City + Main Show “Shanghai Eternal Love” audience seat adult ticket, retail price: 399 yuan/person. Shanghai Song City + Meal Show “Passionate Samba” adult ticket (excluding Eternal Love), retail price: 399 yuan/person. Shanghai Song City + Family Show “WA! Dinosaur” 1 adult + 1 child ticket (excluding Eternal Love), retail price: 399 yuan/person. Address: No. 1750 World Expo Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. Transportation: Exit from Exit 1 of World Expo Avenue Station on Metro Line 13 and walk 497 meters.