Start at Yu Garden around opening time, allowing about 1½ hours to enjoy the halls, ponds and rockeries before the busier part of the day. Entry is usually around ¥30–40; check the current schedule and ticket details before setting out. Then stroll through nearby Yuyuan Bazaar for roughly an hour. It’s a handy place to pick up small presents such as tea, decorative items and snacks, though it’s worth comparing a few stalls and checking prices before buying.
Take a taxi or metro to Lujiazui for Shanghai Tower; allow roughly 30–45 minutes door to door, depending on traffic and your route. Give the observation deck about 1½ hours, and book a timed ticket in advance—tickets are often around ¥180–200. If the day is hazy, the view may be less clear, so check conditions before you go up.
From the tower, walk to Apple Store, Shanghai IFC Mall for Apple products or headphones. Buying from the official store is the safer choice for authenticity and warranty; check that any device or accessories suit your home country’s plugs, network bands and warranty terms. Allow 45–60 minutes, with extra time if you want help comparing models.
Stay at IFC Mall for dinner at Din Tai Fung; budget roughly ¥100–200 per person. Then take a taxi to Shiliupu Wharf, allowing about 20–35 minutes in traffic and leaving a good buffer before boarding. Book a specific Huangpu River evening cruise in advance and arrive 20–30 minutes early; sailings and ticket arrangements vary by operator. The cruise usually takes around 1–1½ hours. Bring a light layer for the river breeze, and enjoy the Bund and Pudong skyline after dark.
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