Shanghai Attractions
What to visit in Shanghai? What are the top attractions? What are the top things to do in Shanghai? Shanghai Attractions include many exciting sightseeing opportunities for travelers. Shanghai, known as the most developed city in China, offers quiet historical districts and attractions alongside its many new tourist sites. Shanghai also provides opportunities for exploration by water along the Chinese coast and its inland waterways due to the special position-at the estuary of the Yangtze River.
Top Attractions
Shanghai is the most prosperous city in China, even in Asia. To some extent, Shanghai is an epitome of modern urban China with the most intriguing history. Shanghai is gifted with rich tourist attractions related to its long and complicated history due to the special position-the estuary of Yangtze River.
- The Bund
- Yu Garden
- Jin Mao Tower
- Longhua Temple
- Shanghai Disney Park
- Tianzifang in Shanghai
- The China Art Museum
- The Shanghai Museum
- The Jade Buddha Temple
- Nanjing Road in Shanghai
- People's Square in Shanghai
- The Oriental Pearl TV Tower
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
- Huangpu River Night Cruise in Shanghai
Churches in Shanghai
As early as the 16th century, Christianity began to be introduced to Shanghai. Therefore, do not surprise why many churches can be found in Shanghai. Shanghai is a best place to experience the charm of churches.
- St.Peter’s Church in Shanghai
- Christ the King Church in Shanghai
- St. Francis Xavier Church in Shanghai
- Zhabei Church in Shanghai
- Jiangwan Church in Shanghai
- Hudong Church in Shanghai
- Youag John Allen Memorial Church in Shanghai
- Pure Heart Church in Shanghai
- Shanghai Community Church
- Christ All Saints Church in Shanghai
- Grace Church in Shanghai
- Moore Memorial Church in Shanghai
Temples in Shanghai
As of 2010, Shanghai Buddhism has opened 98 temples with 1,163 faculty members. It is difficult to accurately count the number of believers. And they often enter the temples to burn incense and worship Buddha. In 2010, the number of people who went to the temples to participate in various religious activities is more than 7 million. The temples in Shanghai have been another highlight of Shanghai Travel.
Museums in Shanghai
As a city with profound historical background, the number of museums in Shanghai is beyond your imagination. By the end of 2018, there were 131 museums in Shanghai. A museum can let us know what happened in past.
- Shanghai Natural History Museum
- Power Station of Art in Shanghai
- China Art Museum in Shanghai
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
- Shanghai Museum
- Jewish Refugees Museum in Shanghai
- Shanghai Auto Museum
- Chen Yun Memorial Hall in Shanghai
- China Tobacco Museum in Shanghai
- Chinese Martial Arts Museum in Shanghai
- China Maritime Museum in Shanghai
- Shanghai Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Parks, Gardens, Zoos, Aquariums in Shanghai
For people who have kids, these places are good choices. Especially, they are the best places to have a good weekend after busy weekdays.
- Guyi Garden in Shanghai
- Shanghai Natural Wild Insect Kingdom
- Memorial Hall of Fushou Garden in Shanghai
- Grand View Garden in Shanghai
- Zhongshan Park in Shanghai
- Wild Animal Park in Shanghai
- Shanghai Zoo
- People’s Park in Shanghai
- Ocean Aquarium in Shanghai
- Jinjiang Action Park in Shanghai
- Happy Valley in Shanghai
- Dongping Forest Park in Shanghai
- Changfeng Park in Shanghai
- Century Park in Shanghai
- Shanghai Botanical Garden
- Shanghai Disneyland Park
- People’s Square in Shanghai
Landmark Buildings in Shanghai
As the most developed city in China, Shanghai has always attracted people from all over the world. These buildings with oriental characteristics in Shanghai have won the attention of the world. When it comes to Shanghai, which buildings do come to your mind?
- Jin Mao Tower in Shanghai
- Oriental Pearl TV Tower in Shanghai
- Shanghai Tower
- World Financial Center in Shanghai
- Lupu Bridge in Shanghai
- Waibaidu Bridge in Shanghai
- The Bund in Shanghai
Historical & Cultural Sites in Shanghai
The visitors who plan to go to Shanghai will be surprised at the historical and cultural sites in Shanghai. The ancient towns are the first choices for those people who are interested in China's history. What's more, these places are the best choices to take a education tour, which can help students learn more knowledge related to history.
- Soong Ching Ling Memorial Residence in Shanghai
- Former Residence of Sun Yat-sen in Shanghai
- Shikumen Residence in Shanghai
- Ancient Yi Garden in Shanghai
- Fengjing Ancient Town in Shanghai
- Shanghai Old Street
- Qibao Ancient Town in Shanghai
- Zhujiajiao Water Town in Shanghai
- Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai