East China Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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![Jade Buddha Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/42000/42796-Jade-Buddha-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit East China
Where to stay in East China
![Xintiandi showing a bar, street scenes and café scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/47000/47608-Xintiandi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Shanghai
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Three on the Bund, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city.
![Jing An Temple featuring religious aspects and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/42000/42755-Jing-An-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Jing'an
Travellers choose Jing'an for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yanchang Road Station or Circus World Station and check out top sights like Daning Lingshi Park.
![Shanghai Museum featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/47000/47600-Shanghai-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Huangpu
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Old Chinese City, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.
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Hongqiao
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.
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Xuhui
Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.
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Lujiazui
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.
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Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025
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Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025
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Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2024
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Reviewed on 4 Jan. 2025
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Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2024
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Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024
Popular places to visit
![Shanghai Disneyland©](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8866fcea1c98f426a1a58039bfb6ad26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Shanghai Disneyland©
Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.
![The Bund which includes a city and flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/47000/47604-The-Bund.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Bund
The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.
![West Lake which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65854-Hangzhou.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
West Lake
This oasis of spectacular natural beauty has inspired poets and artists with its sparkling water, misty mountains and traditional pagodas.
![People\'s Square which includes flowers and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101613-Peoples-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
![Nanjing Road Shopping District which includes central business district, signage and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101592-Nanjing-Road-Shopping-District.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
![Oriental Pearl Tower which includes modern architecture, a river or creek and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/47000/47614-Oriental-Pearl-Tv-Tower.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Oriental Pearl Tower
Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.
Activities
![Guangzhou Full Day Tour to Gulong Glass Skywalk Bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1328772/91f6e70d-a342-4059-bf6a-00f94aff89a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Guangzhou Full Day Tour to Gulong Glass Skywalk Bridge
![From Guangzhou: Gulong Canyon Private Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48289263/25de1872-c2c4-4de9-b86f-ae24dcc0e468.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Guangzhou: Gulong Canyon Private Day Tour
![Night city view in Shanghai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/227587/45d6bde0-5c65-4477-b2c1-716a626e327b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Moonlit Pearl River Cruise & Waterfront Stroll Evening Tour
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Flexible Private Guangzhou Shopping Tour with Local Shopping Guru
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Best of Guangzhou One Day Tour with Lunch
- Shanghai Disneyland©
- The Bund
- West Lake
- People's Square
- Nanjing Road Shopping District
- Oriental Pearl Tower
- Yu Garden
- Jing'an Temple
- Former French Concession
- Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre
- Shanghai Tower
- Lingyin Temple
- Yiwu International Trade City
- Temple of Confucius
- Jinji Lake
- Shanghai Museum
- May Fourth Square