Modern Magic City | Shanghai Ancient and Modern Style City Panoramic Tour Guide

1、 Urban landmark · Scenery of Huangpu River on both sides
The Bund World Architecture Complex
The city name card of Shanghai, the 1.5km riverside trail gathers more than 50 century old European buildings such as Gothic, Baroque, and Romanesque buildings, and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai center, and the World Financial Center across the river from Lujiazui on the other side. The collision between the old and the new urban landscape is very powerful. At 19:00 in the evening, the building lights up uniformly, and the night scene is bright. Garden Bridge of Shanghai and Zhapu Road Bridge are small stands for shooting large scenes of unmanned rivers.
Lujiazui Three Piece Set
The modern core of Pudong, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai center and the World Financial Center stand by the Huangpu River. The viewing platform on the 118th floor of Shanghai center can overlook the whole city from 360 °; The riverside trail has a wide view and is suitable for leisurely walking. In the evening, you can watch the sunset shining on the high-rise buildings.
2 yuan river crossing ferry
Excellent cost performance river view experience, the Dongjin Line ferry travels back and forth to Puxi Pudong in just over ten minutes, with a panoramic view of the night scenery on both sides of the river, far lower than the ticket price of sightseeing boats, making it the preferred choice for locals for daily travel.
Nanjing Road Walkway
A century old commercial street, lined with time-honored shops and brand malls, with retro streetcars running through the streets, suitable for short distance shopping and check-in, and directly connected to the Bund.
2、 Old Town, Jiangnan Ancient Charm, Streets and Alleys
Yu Garden&Chenghuang Temple
The 400 year old classical gardens in Jiangnan during the Ming Dynasty feature exquisite layouts of rockeries, ponds, and pavilions, representing the aesthetics of Jiangnan garden design; The red lanterns in the Chenghuang Temple Business Street outside are antique, and collect all kinds of Shanghai snacks and traditional handicrafts, suitable for one-stop punch in Dim sum.
Tianzifang
The original Shikumen alleyway has been transformed into a cultural and artistic district, with old western-style houses interspersed with small cultural and creative shops, cafes, and handicraft workshops. The alleyway is crisscrossed, and retro market scenes can be seen everywhere, making it suitable for leisure photography.
Yunnan South Road Gourmet Old Street
Local people gather private snacks, and hundred year old brands are clustered together. Spare ribs rice cake, raw fried food, and cooked Dim sum are complete and authentic, avoiding premium snacks in the scenic spot.
3、 Xuhui Wenyi wutong Street
Wukang Building&Wukang Road
It is a landmark retro building in Shanghai. The ship shaped Internet Red Mansion has its own French atmosphere. The whole road is shaded by wutong trees. There are garden houses and small cafes all over the road. It is the first choice for city walking and the best scenery in spring and autumn.
Sinan Road, Anfu Road
Quiet and elegant old road, scattered Republic of China villas, dense green plants, few people, and clean environment; Anfu Road gathers trendy small shops and internet famous restaurants, combining artistic and trendy atmosphere.
Sinan Mansions
A cluster of century old garden villas, retro courtyards, and outdoor cafes create a strong atmosphere, providing a peaceful retreat amidst the hustle and bustle, suitable for slow strolling and relaxation.
4、 Humanistic Exhibition Hall and Parent Child Amusement Park
Shanghai Museum
A free national museum located in People's Square, with a collection of bronze, calligraphy, painting, and ceramic national treasures. It provides a complete overview of China's thousand year history and requires online reservation in advance.
Shanghai Disney Resort
A popular theme park in China, with six theme parks suitable for all ages. The castle fireworks show is a landmark highlight, and there are plenty of fairy tale scenes and amusement projects. It is recommended to reserve a full day for play.
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
The original ecological Jiangnan water town in the suburbs is directly accessible by subway, with crisscross rivers and small bridges. You can take a hand boat to cross the water town, and sell Zongzi, Zharou and other water town specialties along the street, with a low degree of commercialization.
5、 Recommended authentic Shanghai cuisine
Classic Benbang hard dishes: Benbang Braised pork belly in brown sauce, Xiangyou eel paste, Sauteed Shrimps in oil, sweet and sour chops, pickled and fresh, and Zabotou
Signature Dim sum: Crab Meat Steamed Dumplings, Stir fried Sauce, Big Pot Spring Dry Fried Dumplings, Fresh Meat Moon Cake
Market breakfast snacks: noodles mixed with scallion oil, ribs rice cake, fried Rice and vegetable roll, crab shell yolk, crabapple cake
Soft Glutinous Cake Dumplings Desserts: Tiaotou Cake, Double Brewed Dumplings, Osmanthus Sugar Lotus Root, International Hotel Butterfly Crisp, Wine Brewed Round Balls
6、 Practical travel tips
Prioritize taking the subway for city travel, download the Metro metropolitan QR code for boarding, and choose the ferry for cross river travel with higher cost-effectiveness; The old street area is suitable for short distance bike sharing tours;
Museums, Disney, and popular observation decks have high traffic during holidays, so it is essential to make an online real name reservation and purchase tickets in advance;
The overall taste of our dishes tends to be sweet. If you don't like sweets, please inform the restaurant in advance to reduce sugar; The dining prices around the scenic area are high, and many authentic old shops hide in the old streets of residential areas;
There are many pedestrian routes in the city, so prepare comfortable flat shoes; There is a large temperature difference between day and night by the river, so it is recommended to bring a thin jacket when blowing in the evening;
Reminder for avoiding the pit: Chenghuang Temple has high price specialties, paid photos on the street, and careful consumption. Local people often go to the food street first;
Best travel season: from March to May and from September to November, the climate is comfortable, and the scenery of wutong Block is beautiful; Summer is rainy and hot, so it is recommended to keep sunscreen and rain gear on hand.