7-day itinerary
The Perfect 7 Days in Shanghai
A balanced 7-day plan for Shanghai, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.
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Morning
The Bund
Stroll Shanghai's legendary Bund for stunning skyline views and century-old colonial architecture.
11 min walk · 0.8 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Waibaidu Bridge
Shanghai's iconic 1907 steel truss bridge where the Huangpu River meets the Suzhou Creek.
9 min drive · 1.8 km to the next stop
Evening
Shanghai Tower
Soar to the top of China's tallest skyscraper for breathtaking panoramic views over Shanghai.
Where to eat: Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant — Chinese — a well-loved local spot.
Parks & Slower Moments
Morning
Shanghai World Financial Center
Soar to the top of Shanghai's bottle-opener skyscraper for jaw-dropping 492-meter views.
9 min drive · 1.7 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Yu Yuan Garden
A breathtaking 400-year-old classical garden of pavilions, rockeries, and koi-filled ponds in Shanghai's old city.
1 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
Evening
Yuyuan Tourist Mall
Explore a labyrinth of traditional shops and street food surrounding Shanghai's iconic classical garden.
Where to eat: El Willy — Iberian — a well-loved local spot.
Sights & Experiences
Morning
City God Temple of Shanghai
Incense-filled sanctuary at the heart of old Shanghai, where ancient gods and city bustle collide.
9 min drive · 1.8 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Xintiandi
Stylish lanes blend 1920s Shikumen architecture with trendy cafés, boutiques, and buzzing nightlife.
16 min walk · 1.2 km to the next stop
Evening
Site of the former French Concession Courthouse
Historic building from Shanghai's French Concession era reflecting colonial judicial architecture.
Where to eat: M on the Bund — A well-loved local spot.
Sights & Experiences
Morning
Tianzifang
A labyrinth of creative studios, indie boutiques, and cozy cafés tucked inside Shanghai's charming old shikumen laneways.
12 min drive · 2.8 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Jing'an Temple
A serene Buddhist sanctuary nestled amid Shanghai's skyscrapers, blending ancient spirituality with urban energy.
10 min drive · 2 km to the next stop
Evening
Jade Buddha Temple
Home to a stunning white jade Buddha, this serene temple is Shanghai's most revered spiritual sanctuary.
Where to eat: Isago 县 Sho Domo — Chinese — a well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
Shanghai Natural History Museum
Explore millions of specimens spanning Earth's history at Shanghai's stunning modern natural history museum.
16 min drive · 4.1 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Wukang Mansion
Shanghai's most photographed building, this 1924 prow-shaped landmark channels old-world glamour on a grand tree-lined boulevard.
21 min drive · 5.5 km to the next stop
Evening
Mercedes-Benz Arena
Shanghai's premier entertainment venue hosts global superstars and blockbuster shows in stunning amphitheater style.
Where to eat: Go Kaoru 斋 — A well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
China Art Museum
China's premier art museum, housed in the iconic former Expo Pavilion, showcasing millennia of Chinese artistic heritage.
22 min drive · 5.9 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
Shanghai's premier science destination, packed with hands-on exhibits that dazzle curious minds of all ages.
13 min drive · 3.1 km to the next stop
Evening
Long Museum
Discover bold contemporary art in a striking riverside museum celebrating China's vibrant creative scene.
Where to eat: aoki sushi — Japanese — a well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
In Tatematsu Yoshi 义 举 现 场
Stone memorial marking where Korean independence activist Yoon Bong-gil made history in 1932.
Afternoon
Jinjiang Action Park
Amusement theme park with rides, attractions, and family entertainment.
Evening
Shanghai Disneyland
China's dazzling Disney park blends classic magic with unique cultural flair for unforgettable adventures.
Where to eat: BaoLuo JiuLou — Asian — a well-loved local spot.
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Customize it →Built from Shanghai's top-rated attractions. Opening hours, prices, and whether a spot still delivers can change — double-check anything time-sensitive before you go.