I. Transportation
External traffic
•Airplane: Hongqiao Airport is close to the city, and you can take subway line 2 or line 10 to the city directly; Pudong Airport is close to Disneyland, and you can take a magnetic levitation train experience. There are also airport buses to the city directly.
•Train: Shanghai Station has the intersection of subway line 1/3/4; Hongqiao railway station has subway line 2/10/17, which is the most convenient to go to the city; Shanghai West and South Station also have subway coverage, but they are relatively far away.
Urban transport
•Subway: It is the first choice for travel in the city, with wide coverage and accurate time. You can download the Metropolitan APP in advance and scan the code to enter the station.
•Bus: Alipay search for the "pass code" and scan the code to get on the bus.
• Taxi: multi-platform price comparison, but it is easy to traffic jam in the city. In case of peak hours, it is better to choose the subway quickly.
II. Attractions
History and culture category
• Bund: Free, it is an iconic scenic spot in Shanghai. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Universal Architecture Expo Group and the Pujiang River. The scenery is particularly spectacular when the lights are on at night. The best viewing time is from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Yuyuan: Located next to Chenghuang Temple, it is a classical garden in the south of the Yangtze River. Ticket prices vary according to different seasons and activities. It is recommended to go to the lantern party on weekday night. The scenery is beautiful and few people.
• Shanghai Museum: It is open for free but needs to be booked in advance. The museum has a rich collection, which can give people an in-depth understanding of Shanghai and Chinese history and culture.
• Wukang Road: Free, known as the "Celebrity Road", which condenses the century-old history of Shanghai, has many historical buildings and celebrity residences, such as Wukang Building, Song Qingling's former residence, etc., which is suitable for strolling and enjoying architectural scenery and taking photos.
Modern urban category
• Oriental Pearl: It is a landmark building in Shanghai. You can take the elevator to the sightseeing platform and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Shencheng 360 degrees. Two-ball tickets start from 199 yuan.
• Lujiazui: Across the river from the Bund, it is the financial center of Shanghai. There are many high-rise buildings, such as Shanghai Central Building, Jinmao Building, Global Financial Center, etc. You can feel the prosperity of a modern metropolis here.
• Shanghai Disney Resort: Ticket prices fluctuate according to different dates. It is a dream park full of happy children's innocence. There are many wonderful amusement projects, float parades and fireworks shows. Download the "Shanghai Disney Resort" APP in advance to view maps and queue time.
• Shanghai Legoland ® Resort: It is a park with the theme of Lego building blocks. There are many creative Lego buildings and amusement facilities, suitable for parent-child play and Lego enthusiasts.
Literature and leisure category
• Anfu Road: Free, there are many Internet celebrity shops, cafes and art exhibitions, full of literary and artistic atmosphere, and is a favorite place for young people.
• Tianzifang: It is converted from the unique Shikumen complex in Shanghai. There are many creative shops, galleries, bars and restaurants, where you can experience the cultural and creative atmosphere of Shanghai.
• Shanghai Film Museum: Located in Building A, No. 595 Caoxi North Road, Xuhui District, the ticket is 29.35 yuan. The museum displays the development history of Shanghai film and related cultural relics and materials, as well as some interactive experience projects, which are suitable for film lovers to visit.
III. Food
Special snacks
• Fried steamed buns: It is recommended to have a large pot of spring. Its raw fried skin is crispy, the filling is full, and the soup is delicious.
• Crab powder steamed buns: The crab powder steamed buns in Lailai Xiaolong, Qiao Ai, Chenglongxing and Crab King's Mansion are very popular. The crab flavor is rich and the skin is thin and juicy.
• Spareribs rice cake: The fresh spareribs rice cake is a time-honored brand in Shanghai. The spareribs are golden and crispy, and the rice cake is soft, glutinous and sticky. With special sweet noodle sauce, it tastes excellent.
This group of dishes
• Renheguan · Shanghai Cuisine: The signature crab noodles are deeply loved by diners, and traditional dishes such as oil eel paste and fried shrimp are also very authentic.
• Fu 1039: The environment is elegant and located in the old foreign-style house. The signature braised pork is red and bright in color, fat but not greasy, and melts in the mouth.
Dessert drinks.
• Ruby: Classic cream cube is its signature product. It is sweet but not greasy, and the taste is delicate.
• Kaisling: Chestnut cake and white cake are specialties of the store. They have a strong milky fragrance and are worth a try.
IV. Accommodation
• Core landmark area (Bund/Lujiazui): The advantage is that you can enjoy the scenery of the Huangpu River and the urban skyline, and walk to the Bund, Oriental Pearl and other scenic spots. Subway Line 2 runs through, and the transportation is convenient. The disadvantage is that the hotel price is high and the peak season has a large flow of people.
• Downtown Business District (People's Square/Nanjing Road): Subway Line 1/2/8 intersects, within walking distance to museums and Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, which is suitable for tourists who come to Shanghai for the first time. However, there is a heavy flow of people on weekends, and some subway stations will be restricted.
• Cultural experience area (Jing'an Temple / Xintiandi): historical buildings are integrated with modern business circles. There are many foreign houses in Tianzifang and French Concession, which are suitable for literary and artistic youth, and rich in catering and shopping resources. However, the consumption level is high, high-end hotels are expensive, and some old foreign-style houses have poor sound insulation.
V. Points to note
Itinerary planning: Pay attention to the weather of the destination, traffic and the opening of scenic spots in advance, reasonably plan the route, and obtain information through the Shanghai weather official website, the relevant APP of Shanghai traffic travel and the official account of each scenic spot. Try to avoid peak hours such as weekends and holidays, such as May Day, National Day, Spring Festival and other holidays. Popular attractions such as the Bund and Oriental Pearl will be very crowded.
Safety and security
•Weather-related: Avoid long-term outdoor activities during high temperatures in summer, pay attention to heatstroke protection, and bring heatstroke-proof drugs and drinking water with you. In extreme weather such as heavy rain and typhoons, find indoor shelters in time and stay away from dangerous objects such as billboards and trees.
•Traffic travel: self-driving requires checking the condition in advance, complying with traffic rules, and eliminating tired driving and drunk driving. Wear your seat belts all the way when taking public transportation, and be sure to wear life jackets as required when taking a sightseeing cruise ship.
•High-risk projects: According to your health, carefully participate in high-risk projects such as boating, rafting and skydiving, strictly abide by safety procedures, and follow professional guidance.
Scenic spot tour
• The Bund is brightly lit at night, but pay attention to safety when traveling at night and take good care of your belongings. When watching the night scene, don't surpass the safety guardrail to prevent falling into the river.
•Shanghai Museum and other cultural venues need to make an appointment to visit in advance, abide by the prohibition of taking photos and touching exhibits in the venue, and take care of cultural relics and monuments.
• Some projects in Shanghai Disney Resort have height and age limits. Pay attention to the relevant requirements when taking children to play. When performing fireworks, choose a suitable viewing place in advance, pay attention to crowding and avoid stampede accidents.
Dietary hygiene: Choose a regular restaurant to eat, and do not buy or eat spoiled, expired and unknown food. When tasting specialties such as pan-fried and steamed buns, you should pay attention to the temperature and be careful of burns. When eating small steamed buns, there is a formula of "tly lift, move slowly, open the window first, and then suck the soup". You can taste it in this way to avoid the juice from overflowing and staining the clothes.
Shopping and consumption: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and other shopping areas are crowded. Pay attention to taking good care of wallets, mobile phones and other property to prevent theft. When buying specialties or souvenirs, choose a regular store and carefully check the quality and price of the goods to avoid impulsive consumption.
Civilized tourism: abide by the regulations of scenic spots, do not spit anywhere, litter, and protect the ecological environment. Respect local customs and religious beliefs, encounter queuing, consciously observe order, do not jump queues or crowd.
Emergency treatment: When checking in the hotel, know the evacuation passage and the location of the safe exit. In case of emergency, call the police in time for help. For travel complaints, you can call the citizen service hotline 12345. In case of an emergency overseas, call the local alarm number and contact Chinese embassies and consulates abroad to obtain consular protection. The global consular protection and service emergency hotline of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is +86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308.