Shanghai Trip

### Trip to Shanghai: A Day-Long Adventure

#### Duration: 1 Day

Embark on a whirlwind tour of Shanghai, visiting iconic landmarks and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of this bustling city. Here’s a detailed itinerary of the places I explored:

– **Shanghai Captain Youth Hostel People’s Square**
– **Captain Youth Hostel The Bund**
– **Yu Garden**
– **Shanghai Grand Theatre**
– **Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street**
– **Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center**
– **Old City God Temple**
– **Shanghai Old Street**
– **Zhongshan Park**
– **Chen Yi Square**
– **International Convention Center**
– **Oriental Pearl Tower**
– **Happy Valley**
– **Waibaidu Bridge**
– **Xintiandi**
– **Shanghai Museum**
– **Hengshan Road Leisure Street**
– **Zhujiajiao**
– **Fuxing Park**
– **Huangpu River Cruise**
– **Shanghai Wild Animal Park**
– **Oriental Art Center**
– **Tianzifang**
– **Shanghai Film and Television Park**
– **Shanghai Stadium**
– **Yandang Road Leisure Street**
– **Qibao Old Street**
– **Binjiang Avenue**
– **Shanghai World Financial Center**
– **Shanghai Ocean Aquarium**
– **Changfeng Park**
– **Lujiazui Central Green Space**
– **Century Park**
– **Shanghai Science and Technology Museum**
– **Fuzhou Road Cultural Street**

#### Arrival and Accommodation

**Posted on August 7, 2011 at 08:18**

I boarded at Chengdu Shuangliu Airport on April 25 and arrived at Shanghai Pudong Airport. After reaching Pudong Airport at 17:00, I took Metro Line 2 and got off at Nanjing East Road. I checked in at Shanghai Captain Youth Hostel (Yan’an Road Branch), conveniently located at No. 37, East Yan’an Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai. The hotel’s proximity to various attractions is a bonus, being only 0.5 kilometers from People’s Square, 15 kilometers from Hongqiao Airport, 5 kilometers from Shanghai Railway Station, and 25 kilometers from Pudong International Airport. Tel: 021-63235053.

#### Exploring Shanghai

After settling in, I walked to the Bund to immerse myself in the atmosphere of Shanghai as an international metropolis. The Bund’s prime location offers a quick walk to Nanjing Road, People’s Square, and Yu Garden. The China Pavilion, after the closure of the World Expo, is set to reopen on December 1 for a half-year extension, with further extensions to be decided based on the situation.

#### Public Transportation and City Highlights

Applying for a public transportation card at the subway is extremely convenient for navigating the city. On April 26, I started my day at People’s Square, a commercial center with over ten large shopping malls, including Hong Kong Famous Store Street, Dimei Shopping Center, and Raffles City.

#### Cultural and Historical Sites

**Old City God Temple — Yu Garden**: Easily accessible via Metro Line 10, Yu Garden Station, the Old City God Temple is a must-visit. **Zhongshan Park**, served by Metro Lines 2, 3, and 4, is home to several shopping centers, with Longdream Shopping Center being a standout.

#### Entertainment and Leisure

**The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel** operates from 09:00 to 21:30 and is an optional experience for those interested. For a trip to Lujiazui, take Metro Line 2 to Lujiazui Station or enjoy a ferry ride from the Bund Pujiang Wharf at the Sixteen-Pier for just 2 yuan. **Happy Valley**, accessible by Metro Line 9 to Sheshan Station, is the largest and most technologically advanced theme park in the area.

#### Final Thoughts

On April 27th, a visit to the Bund is a must, both during the day and at night, to truly appreciate Shanghai’s grandeur. The buildings along the Pu River, housing banks and other institutions, are open for visits during operating hours. Notably, the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank features a lobby with eight murals, each depicting the architectural styles of eight cities and 24 mythological animal images.

This day-long adventure through Shanghai offers a glimpse into the city’s rich history, culture, and modernity, making it an unforgettable experience.**Shanghai Attractions and Itinerary**

**City Sightseeing Tour**

Embark on a city sightseeing tour to capture the essence of Shanghai. Two lines are available:

**Line 1:**
– Start at the **Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center** and visit the **Shanghai Art Museum**.
– Stroll down **Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street**, from West to East, and admire **Century Square**.
– Cross the historic **Waibaidu Bridge** and explore **The Bund Customs House** and **The Bund Pujiang Wharf**.
– Discover the cultural significance of **Yu Garden City God Temple** and the **Ancient City Wall of Shanghai**.
– Reflect on history at the **Site of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea** and the **Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China**.
– Indulge in the modernity of **Xintiandi** and the bustling **Huaihai Middle Road Commercial Street**.
– End your tour at the **Shanghai Museum Concert Hall** and return to the **Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center**.

**Line 2:**
– Begin at the **Shanghai Museum Concert Hall** and proceed to the iconic **Oriental Pearl Tower**.
– Dive into marine life at the **Shanghai Ocean Aquarium** and marvel at the **Jin Mao Tower** and **Global Financial Center**.
– Complete your loop back at the **Shanghai Museum Concert Hall**.

The ticket, priced at 30 yuan, offers 24-hour validity and hop-on-hop-off privileges, providing excellent value. Skipping this tour would be a regret.

**Shopping and Leisure**

– **Xujiahui Station Metro Mall** is a must-visit, featuring the charming ‘Alaxie Street’ on the upper floors of the Portman Ritz-Carlton.
– **Hengshan Road Leisure Street**, accessible via metro line 1, is a historic leisure and entertainment destination since 1922.
– **Xujiahui Catholic Church** is open from 13:30 to 16:00 on weekends, offering a peaceful retreat.
– **Wukang Road** in Yangpu District is evolving into a shopping hub with modern malls like Wanda Plaza and Bailian Youyi City.
– **Zhujiajiao**, in Qingpu Town, offers a traditional experience for 85 yuan, including a 60 yuan ticket for the New Water Town Ancient Tour.

**Cultural and Historical Sites**

– **Huangpu River Cruise** in the evening, starting from 80 Wai Ma Road, is not to be missed.
– **China Pavilion** can be visited on April 29th, with the nearest rail transit station being Yaohua Road Station on metro lines 7 and 8.
– **Shanghai Wild Animal Park** is accessible via a direct line from People’s Square.

**Neighborhoods and Markets**

– **Shanghai Old Street** and **Tianzifang**, often dubbed the ‘second Xintiandi’, offer a unique blend of fashion and culture.
– **Shanghai East Sea Film and Television Paradise** can be visited on April 30th, with a special bus service from Shanghai Stadium.

**Educational Institutions and Shopping**

– Take the subway to visit **Tongji University**, **Fudan University**, and **Shanghai University of Finance and Economics** near Dashijie Station.

This itinerary provides a comprehensive exploration of Shanghai’s attractions, ensuring a memorable experience.Dongbaoxing Road Station (Get off at Dongbaoxing Road Station on Metro Line 3).
Duolun Road Cultural Celebrity Street (former site of the Left-wing Writers’ League, former site of Neishan Bookstore, former residences of Ding Ling, Guo Moruo, and Qu Qiubai, Kong Xiangxi’s mansion, etc.).

Qibao Old Street (Get off at Qibao Station on Metro Line 9 or at Caobao Road Station on Metro Line 1). Get off at Qibao Station on Metro Line 9 or at Caobao Road Station on Metro Line 1, and then transfer to buses No. 91 or 92 and get off at Xinzhen Road. It only takes a few minutes to walk to the old street. You can also take a special tourist bus from the tourist distribution center at Shanghai Stadium.

1/5 Lujiazui Binjiang Avenue (Get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2).
Oriental Pearl Radio & TV Tower. It is best to go around 19:00 in the evening for an excellent viewing effect.
Observation Deck on the 88th floor of Jinmao Tower. So-so.
Shanghai World Financial Center. ‘The world’s highest observation deck’. Recommended.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium (Get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2). It is claimed to be the aquarium ranked second in the world and first in Asia. Transportation address is 1388 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New Area. Get off at Lujiazui Station on Rail Transit Line 2. Ticket and opening hours: 9:00 – 17:30 (extended to 20:30 during Golden Week and summer. From May 1 to May 31, 2010, ticket sales and entry end at 20:30). It is an aquarium with popular science knowledge. Its ornamental and entertainment value is so-so. Strongly recommended.
Ocean World Underwater is located at the bottom of Yinchu Lake in Changfeng Park. The ticket of the underwater world is designed as a ‘passport’ with ‘Welcome to Ocean World Underwater’ written in Chinese and English.
Super Brand Mall (Get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2). Located by the Huangpu River, it is situated in the core area of Lujiazui Financial and Trade Center, which enjoys the reputation of ‘Oriental Manhattan’. Adjacent to the Oriental Pearl Tower and Jinmao Tower, it is one of the largest shopping and entertainment centers in Shanghai at present. In design, Super Brand Mall integrates the brand-new ‘four seasons’ concept (different floors adopt symbolic colors of different seasons) and the ‘Golden Avenue’ running from the second floor to the fifth floor, providing modern services and facilities integrating shopping, dining, leisure and entertainment.
Lujiazui Central Green Space (Get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2). Address: 160 Lujiazui East Road. Get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2.
The Pudong New Shanghai Commercial City, located along Zhangyang Road in the central area of the Pudong Lujiazui Financial and Trade Zone (get off at Lujiazui Station on Metro Line 2), is home to the largest retail store in Asia currently.
Century Avenue, located in the Pudong Lujiazui area (get off at Century Avenue Station on Metro Line 2), stretches 5 kilometers from the Oriental Pearl Tower in the west to Century Park in the east, with a width of 100 meters. It is China’s first scenic road and is acclaimed as the ‘Champs-Élysées of the East’. Century Avenue features asymmetrical layout, with eight botanical gardens, two sculpture squares at the intersection of Laoshan Road West and Yanggao Road, as well as leisure facilities and art galleries.
Century Park (get off at Century Park Station on Metro Line 2) is the largest ecological urban park with natural features in the central area of Shanghai’s inner ring road. It is located at the end of Century Avenue, adjacent to Century Square and the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum. The address is 2799 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, with Metro Line 2 stations at Yanggao South Road and Century Park Station to the north and south respectively. Opening hours are from 7:00 to 18:00 (March 16th to November 15th) and from 7:00 to 17:00 (November 16th to March 15th).
The Tourism Distribution Center offers shuttle buses to Wuzhen (departing at 8:30 and returning at 15:Particularly, the history of the Bund has left a deep impression on me.

Although Shanghai residents are not as warm, polite, friendly, and helpful as Beijing residents towards tourists, they are still quite acceptable.

Future trips to Shanghai will surely make up for any regrets left behind.