TripSmithShanghai
A curated guide to Shanghai, China: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- The Bund 4.7★ (7,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Shanghai Tower 4.6★ (3,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Oriental Pearl TV Tower 4.6★ (7,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street 4.6★ (2,200 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Yu Garden 4.5★ (5,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Tianzifang 4.2★ (2,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Shanghai Science and Technology Museum 4.2★ (1,900 reviews) · Science museum
- Shanghai Zhujiajiao Ancient Town Tourist Zone 4.4★ (1,700 reviews) · Tourist attraction
Where to eat
- Starbucks Reserve Roastery 星巴克臻选上海烘焙工坊 4.5★ (748 reviews) · Cafe
- Resume Coffee 4.8★ (61 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Skyline Dome rooftop 4.8★ (27 reviews) · Japanese
- Ministry of Crab 4.8★ (23 reviews) · Restaurant
- Mai Coffee 4.8★ (21 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Café del Volcán 4.6★ (78 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Baker & Spice 4.5★ (147 reviews) · Cafe
- The Press 4.5★ (122 reviews) · Restaurant
Where to drink
- Suzu Bar 5.0★ (6 reviews) · Bar
- Botanist 5.0★ (3 reviews) · Bar
- Birds of Paradise 5.0★ (2 reviews) · Cocktail bar
- CAPTAIN BAR 4.6★ (247 reviews) · Bar
- Shanghai-Bund 4.7★ (126 reviews) · Bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: The Bund
- Afternoon: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
- Dinner: Starbucks Reserve Roastery 星巴克臻选上海烘焙工坊
- Nightcap: Suzu Bar
Day 2
- Morning: Shanghai Tower
- Afternoon: Yu Garden
- Dinner: Resume Coffee
- Nightcap: Botanist
Day 3
- Morning: Oriental Pearl TV Tower
- Afternoon: Tianzifang
- Dinner: Skyline Dome rooftop
- Nightcap: Birds of Paradise
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Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
With 24 notable sights and 12 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.