Shanghai · 上海
Shanghai is China's most cosmopolitan city: the Bund facing the Huangpu River, Pudong's skyscrapers, and a top-tier food and design scene.
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What to see
The Bund
Riverside promenade with views of the Pudong skyline
Shanghai Tower / Oriental Pearl Tower
Iconic Pudong observation decks
Yu Garden
Classical Chinese garden in the old town
Nanjing Road
The city's main pedestrian shopping street
Tianzifang
Traditional lanes with design studios and cafés
Getting around
Shanghai has the world's longest metro network; almost every fair venue (SNIEC, NECC) has its own station. The Maglev train connects Pudong Airport to the city in 8 minutes.
In mainland China, Google, Gmail, WhatsApp and Instagram aren't accessible without a VPN arranged before you travel (it can't be installed once you've arrived). Hong Kong doesn't have this restriction.
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Frequently asked questions about Shanghai
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
April-May and September-October; avoid the humid heat of July-August and the Chinese New Year weeks.
Do I need a visa to visit Shanghai?
Always check the current visa policy for your nationality before traveling: China has expanded short-stay visa exemptions to several European nationalities in recent years, but the conditions change frequently. For longer stays or multiple entries, consider arranging a business (M) visa in advance.
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Shanghai is part of the Shanghai cluster
The country's logistics, financial and fashion hub. Fewer factories of its own, but the entry point for many trading companies.
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