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Shanghai Travel Guide

Shanghai, Hu for short, is a renowned international metropolis drawing more and more attention from all over the world. Situated on the estuary of Yangtze River, Shanghai serves as the most influential economic, financial, international trade, cultural, science and technology center in East China. Also it is a popular tourist destination, visitors can sense the pulsating development of modern China.

In addition to its modernization, Shanghai's multicultural flair endows Shanghai with a unique glamour. Here, one finds the perfect blend of cultures, the modern and the traditional , and the western and the oriental. New skyscrapers and old Shikumen lanes together draw the skyline of Shanghai. Western customs and Chinese traditions intertwined, form Shanghai's culture, making a visitor's stay truly memorable.

 Shanghai ranks no. 2 in the top 20 China destinations for overseas tourists in 2011. See the latest statitics on China tourism 2011.

 Shanghai Facts
 Geography        Orientation        History        Economy        Events      Expo 2010 Shanghai

 Shanghai Attractions

The Bund of Shanghai
The Bund
Shopping in Nanjing Road, Shanghai
Nanjing Road
Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai
Yuyuan Garden
Shanghai Xin Tian Di
Xin Tian Di
Exhibit in Shanghai Museum
Shanghai Museum
Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai
Oriental Pearl
TV Tower
World Financial Center, Shanghai
World Financial
Center
Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai
Jade Buddha
Temple
Shanghai Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Zhujiajiao
Water Town
Qibao Ancient Town, Shanghai
Qibao
Ancient Town

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Recommended Shanghai Package Tour Itineraries:
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4 Days Shanghai Tour Package: Shanghai - Water Town (Zhujiajiao, Zhouzhuang - No. 1 Water Town of China, Xitang, Tongli, Luzhi, or Wuzhen) - Shanghai

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Best of China: 9 Days Small Group tour of Beijing - Xian - Shanghai
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 Shanghai Transportation
Shanghai Transportation

Shanghai serves as an important air, rail, road and water transport hub in eastern China. The frequent flights, trains and buses make tourists' travel to Shanghai a breeze. The urban transportation is also quite satisfactory. Despite the traffic jam that do happen occasionally, the convenient taxis, buses, subway trains etc. can take you to any corner of the city.

 By Air  By Train  By Subway
 Pudong Airport  Long-Distance Bus  By Maglev
 Pudong Airport Shuttle  By Taxi  By Ship
 Hongqiao Airport  By City-Bus  By Ferry
 Hongqiao Airport Shuttle  Sightseeing Bus

Shanghai Downtown Map
Shanghai Downtown Map

Shanghai Districts Map
Shanghai Districts Map

Nanjing Rd & Huaihai Rd
Map of Nanjing Road and Huaihai Road

Shanghai Subway Map
Shanghai Metro Map

Shanghai Food

Shanghai's restaurants are among the finest in China, offering quality food and superior service. Shanghai has a plethora of food delights focusing on the traditions of Beijing, Sichuan, Hunan, Guangzhou and of course the local Benbang dishes. If visitors are homesick for Western food, this is also available  in the downtown area.

 Shanghai Restaurants Vegetarian Restaurants
 Chinese Restaurants in Shanghai  Muslim Restaurants
 Foreign Restaurants in Shanghai

Shanghai Shopping

Known as the 'Oriental Paris', Shanghai is a shopper's paradise. There are various bustling commercial streets and shopping centers waiting for the shopaholic. One of the musts for tourists is the Nanjing Road. Huaihai Road intrigues those with modern and fashionable tastes, while North Sichuan Road meets the demands of ordinary folk. Xujiahui Shopping Center, Yuyuan Shopping City and Jiali Sleepless City are also thriving and popular destinations.
 East Nanjing Road         West Nanjing Road
 Shanghai Commercial Zones & Shopping Centers

Shanghai Nightlife

Shanghai is fascinating for night owls. The Bund is an absolute must for visitors. The rippling Huangpu River, characteristic buildings on the west bank and extraordinarily futuristic skyscrapers on the east bank all become more enchanting adorned in sparkling colored lights at night. A night cruise on the Huangpu River is highly recommended. For art lovers, Shanghai Grand Theater and Oriental Art Center will delight a visitor's taste. For those seeking relaxation, the ideal choice should be Hengshan Road and Xin Tian Di which are thronged with a variety of nightclubs, discos and bars.
 Bars & Clubs     Shanghai Hotel Bars     Portman Acrobatic Show

Guidepost in Shanghai

This part features practical travel tips on Shanghai for visitors to quickly know the outlines of the city and smooth visitors' sightseeing, business or life in the city. Here lists the topics concerned:

 Foreign Consulates

 Visa

 International Schools

 Currency

 Banks

 Post Office

 Area & Zip Code

 Hospital & Clinics

 Jewish Heritage

 Language Training

 Churches

 Universities & Institutes