Shanghai (上海)
Explore 142 spots discovered from 17 YouTube travel videos.
Based on 17 videos
Popular Spots
the Bund
Tianzifang
Yu Garden
Jing'an Temple
Lujiazui
People's Park
Yuyuan Garden
Nanjing Road
People's Square
Shanghai Tower
Yuyuan Bazaar
Jia Jia Tang Bao
Practical tips from creators in Shanghai
Helpful advice mentioned across multiple travel videos
Affordable Robot-Made Coffee in Shanghai
Shanghai offers numerous cafes, with some featuring robot baristas. The Earl Grey and Dirty Matcha coffee drinks are affordable (20 RMB each) and taste good, though the hot version might not be very hot.
Best Time to Visit Shanghai
The best times to visit Shanghai are from March to May and September to October for comfortable weather and fewer crowds. Avoid Golden Week in October due to high travel volumes. August is hot and sticky, while winter is quieter and cheaper for hotels, though temperatures are lower. Consider visiting in winter on a tight budget, but bring layers to keep warm.
Best time to visit East Nanjing Road
East Nanjing Road is a pedestrian-only street that becomes lively in the evenings with shops, street food, and entertainment. Visitors can expect to see performances like flag dancing and Tai Chi sessions in the early mornings.
Book Huangpu River Cruise on Klook
The Huangpu River Cruise costs about $15 on Klook for a 45-minute scenic nighttime experience. It is highly recommended for viewing Shanghai's city lights.
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COVID test requirement for entry
China still requires a COVID test to enter the country, but it can be done at home.
Cheaper Airport Transfer Options
The metro and airport bus are significantly cheaper ways to reach Shanghai city center from the airport compared to taking a taxi. Metro costs around 8 Yuan (approx. $1.10) while a taxi can cost about 200 Yuan (approx. $27).
Come early for restaurant tickets
The popular futuristic restaurant (No.3 Warehouse Restaurant) does not accept reservations, and tickets sell out quickly. Arrive very early, potentially at opening, to secure a queuing number.
Convenient Food Delivery in China
Food delivery in China is extremely convenient, quick, and ideal for saving time, such as ordering breakfast directly to your hotel room. However, ordering can be challenging without knowing Chinese, as it requires translating menus.
Dining alone at No.3 Warehouse Restaurant
Dining alone at No.3 Warehouse Restaurant can be difficult, as staff may be reluctant to seat a single person at tables typically reserved for 5-6 guests, despite available seating.
Diverse Hotel Breakfast Buffets
Hotel breakfast buffets in Shanghai offer an impressive selection of both Asian and Western cuisine, including made-to-order omelets, traditional Chinese dishes like youtiao and dumplings, and various pastries, ensuring plenty of options for guests.
Embrace Spontaneous Exploration in China
Traveling in China as a foreigner often requires a return to spontaneous exploration, similar to travel before the internet. Western apps like Google Maps are often blocked or lack local data (reviews, listings), forcing travelers to discover places by hitting the streets.
Essential Apps and VPN for Shanghai
Download Alipay for cashless transactions and the DiDi app for ride-hailing. A VPN is required to access Google Apps, WhatsApp, and Instagram in China.
Etiquette when filming in restaurants
It is not polite to film people while they are eating in restaurants, even in a busy and visually interesting venue like No.3 Warehouse Restaurant.
Experience Yu Garden Area Day and Night
The Yu Garden area is beautiful both during the day to visit the gardens and at night for its transformed atmosphere. In the evening, the ancient architecture is fully lit up, major streets become pedestrian-only, and there's music playing, creating a lively and stunning ambiance.
Ferry from The Bund to Lujiazui
Take a ferry across the Huangpu River from East Nanjing Road to Lujiazui for a cheap and scenic experience, costing only 2 RMB per person.
Haggling at fake markets
Haggling is the most important skill at fake markets to get a good deal. Prices can be significantly reduced.
High-Tech All-You-Can-Eat Hot Pot Ordering
Hot pot restaurants in China offer a high-tech all-you-can-eat experience where you order meats and dishes via phone. The restaurant provides a self-service vegetable bar, sauce bar, and a drink bar with a wide selection, all included in the price.
Make reservations or come early for Michelin-starred Ren He Guan
Ren He Guan is a Michelin-awarded restaurant that often has long queues. It's recommended to make online reservations or arrive early for walk-in queue tickets. They start accepting walk-ins from 11 AM. For popular dishes like Dongpo pork, coming early is crucial as only the first batch of customers may get it.
Mobile Payments with Alipay/WeChat Pay
Mobile payments via apps like Alipay and WeChat Pay are extremely common in China. You can pay by scanning a merchant's QR code or having them scan your personal barcode. As of 2023, non-Chinese bank or credit cards can be directly linked to these apps.